DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 

Office of the Secretary 

14 CFR Chs. I-III

23 CFR Chs. I-III

33 CFR Chs. I and IV 

46 CFR Chs. I-III

48 CFR Ch. 12 

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

OST Docket 99-5129 

Department Regulatory Agenda; Semiannual Summary 

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, DOT. 

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. 

SUMMARY: The Regulatory Agenda is a semiannual summary of all current and 

projected rulemakings, reviews of existing regulations, and completed actions of the 

Department. The intent of the Agenda is to provide the public with information about the 

Department of Transportation’s regulatory activity planned for the next 12 months. It is 

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expected that this information will enable the public to be more aware of and allow it to 

more effectively participate in the Department’s regulatory activity. The public is also 

invited to submit comments on any aspect of this Agenda. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 

General 

You should direct all comments and inquiries on the Agenda in general to Kathryn 

Sinniger, Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of 

Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590; (202) 366-4723. 

Specific 

You should direct all comments and inquiries on particular items in the Agenda to the 

individual listed for the regulation or the general rulemaking contact person for the 

operating administration in appendix B. Individuals who use a telecommunications 

device for the deaf (TDD) may call (202) 755-7687. 

Table of Contents 

 Supplementary Information: 

Background 

Significant/Priority Rulemakings 

Explanation of Information on the Agenda 

Request for Comments 

Purpose 

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Appendix A—Instructions for Obtaining Copies of Regulatory Documents 

Appendix B—General Rulemaking Contact Persons 

Appendix C—Public Rulemaking Dockets 

Appendix D—Review Plans for Section 610 and Other Requirements 

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Background 

 Improvement of our regulations is a prime goal of the Department of Transportation 

(Department or DOT). Our regulations should be clear, simple, timely, fair, reasonable, 

and necessary. They should not be issued without appropriate involvement of the public; 

once issued, they should be periodically reviewed and revised, as needed, to assure that 

they continue to meet the needs for which they originally were designed. To view 

additional information about the Department's regulatory activities online, go to 

http://www.dot.gov/regulations. Among other things, this website provides a report, 

updated monthly, on the status of the DOT significant rulemakings listed in the 

semiannual regulatory agenda. 

 To help the Department achieve these goals and in accordance with Executive Order 

(EO) 12866, “Regulatory Planning and Review,” (58 FR 51735; Oct. 4, 1993) and the 

Department’s Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; Feb. 26, 1979), the 

Department prepares a semiannual regulatory agenda. It summarizes all current and 

projected rulemaking, reviews of existing regulations, and completed actions of the 

Department. These are matters on which action has begun or is projected during the 

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succeeding 12 months or such longer period as may be anticipated or for which action 

has been completed since the last Agenda. 

 On January 17, 2014, President Obama signed into law the Consolidated 

Appropriations Act, 2014 (Pub. L. 113-76), which included language transferring the 

powers and duties, functions, authorities, and personnel of the Research and Innovative 

Technology Administration (RITA) to the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research 

and Technology (OST-R) in the Office of the Secretary. Thus, the Office of the Assistant 

Secretary for Research and Technology is now an office within the Office of the 

Secretary. The bill contained language that any reference in law, regulation, judicial 

proceeding or elsewhere to RITA shall be deemed a reference to the OST-R. Thus, all 

current and future rulemaking actions related to RITA will be published using an OST-R 

regulatory identification number (RIN). 

The Agendas are based on reports submitted by the offices initiating the rulemaking 

and are reviewed by the Department Regulations Council. 

 The Internet is the basic means for disseminating the Unified Agenda. The complete 

Unified Agenda is available online at www.reginfo.gov, in a format that offers users a 

greatly enhanced ability to obtain information from the Agenda database. 

 Because publication in the Federal Register is mandated for the regulatory flexibility 

agendas required by the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 602), DOT’s printed Agenda 

entries include only: 

1. The agency’s Agenda preamble; 

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2. Rules that are in the agency’s regulatory flexibility agenda, in accordance with the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act, because they are likely to have a significant economic impact 

on a substantial number of small entities; and 

3. Any rules that the agency has identified for periodic review under section 610 of the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act. 

 Printing of these entries is limited to fields that contain information required by the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act’s Agenda requirements. These elements are: Sequence 

Number; Title; Section 610 Review, if applicable; Legal Authority; Abstract; Timetable; 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required; Agency Contact; and Regulation Identifier 

Number (RIN). Additional information (for detailed list, see section heading “Explanation 

of Information on the Agenda”) on these entries is available in the Unified Agenda 

published on the Internet. 

Significant/Priority Rulemakings 

 The Agenda covers all rules and regulations of the Department. We have classified 

rules as a DOT agency priority in the Agenda if they are, essentially, very costly, 

beneficial, controversial, or of substantial public interest under our Regulatory Policies 

and Procedures. All DOT agency priority rulemaking documents are subject to review by 

the Secretary of Transportation. If the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) decide 

a rule is subject to its review under Executive Order 12866, we have classified it as 

significant in the Agenda. 

Explanation of Information on the Agenda 

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 An Office of Management and Budget memorandum, dated February 4, 2014, 

requires the format for this Agenda. 

 

 First, the Agenda is divided by initiating offices. Then, the Agenda is divided into five 

categories: (1) Prerule stage, (2) proposed rule stage, (3) final rule stage, (4) long-term 

actions, and (5) completed actions. For each entry, the Agenda provides the following 

information: (1) its “significance”; (2) a short, descriptive title; (3) its legal basis; (4) the 

related regulatory citation in the Code of Federal Regulations; (5) any legal deadline and, 

if so, for what action (e.g., NPRM, final rule); (6) an abstract; (7) a timetable, including the 

earliest expected date for a decision on whether to take the action; (8) whether the 

rulemaking will affect small entities and/or levels of Government and, if so, which 

categories; (9) whether a Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) analysis is required (for rules 

that would have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities); 

(10) a listing of any analyses an office will prepare or has prepared for the action (with 

minor exceptions, DOT requires an economic analysis for all its rulemakings); (11) an 

agency contact office or official who can provide further information; (12) a Regulation 

Identifier Number (RIN) assigned to identify an individual rulemaking in the Agenda and 

facilitate tracing further action on the issue; (13) whether the action is subject to the 

Unfunded Mandates Reform Act; (14) whether the action is subject to the Energy Act; 

and (15) whether the action is major under the congressional review provisions of the 

Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act. If there is information that does 

not fit in the other categories, it will be included under a separate heading entitled 

“Additional Information.” One such example of this is the letters “SB,” “IC,” and “SLT.” 

These refer to information used as part of our required reports on Retrospective Review 

of DOT rulemakings. A “Y” or an “N,” for yes and no, respectively, follow the letters to 

indicate whether or not a particular rulemaking would have effects on: small businesses 

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(SB); information collections (IC); or State, local, or tribal (SLT) governments. 

 For nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as a part of an 

established body of technical requirements (such as the Federal Aviation Administration’s 

Airspace Rules), to keep those requirements operationally current, we only include the 

general category of the regulations, the identity of a contact office or official, and an 

indication of the expected number of regulations; we do not list individual regulations. 

 In the “Timetable” column, we use abbreviations to indicate the particular documents 

being considered. ANPRM stands for Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, SNPRM 

for Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, and NPRM for Notice of Proposed 

Rulemaking. Listing a future date in this column does not mean we have made a 

decision to issue a document; it is the earliest date on which we expect to make a 

decision on whether to issue it. In addition, these dates are based on current schedules. 

Information received subsequent to the issuance of this Agenda could result in a decision 

not to take regulatory action or in changes to proposed publication dates. For example, 

the need for further evaluation could result in a later publication date; evidence of a 

greater need for the regulation could result in an earlier publication date. 

 

Finally, a dot (●) preceding an entry indicates that the entry appears in the Agenda for the 

first time. 

 

Request for Comments 

General 

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 Our agenda is intended primarily for the use of the public. Since its inception, we 

have made modifications and refinements that we believe provide the public with more 

helpful information, as well as make the Agenda easier to use. We would like you, the 

public, to make suggestions or comments on how the Agenda could be further improved. 

Reviews 

 We also seek your suggestions on which of our existing regulations you believe need 

to be reviewed to determine whether they should be revised or revoked. We particularly 

draw your attention to the Department’s review plan in appendix D. In response to 

Executive Order 13563 "Retrospective Review and Analysis of Existing Rules," we have 

prepared a retrospective review plan providing more detail on the process we use to 

conduct reviews of existing rules, including changes in response to Executive Order 

13563. We provided the public opportunities to comment at www.regulations.gov and 

Idea Scale on both our process and any existing DOT rules the public thought needed 

review. The plan and the results of our review can be found at 

http://www.dot.gov/regulations and http://www.dot.gov/mission/open/open-government. 

Regulatory Flexibility Act 

 The Department is especially interested in obtaining information on requirements that 

have a “significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities” and, 

therefore, must be reviewed under the Regulatory Flexibility Act. If you have any 

suggested regulations, please submit them to us, along with your explanation of why they 

should be reviewed.

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 In accordance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act, comments are specifically invited on 

regulations that we have targeted for review under section 610 of the Act. The phrase 

(sec. 610 Review) appears at the end of the title for these reviews. Please see appendix 

D for the Department’s section 610 review plans. 

Consultation with State, Local, and Tribal Governments 

 Executive Orders 13132 and 13175 require us to develop an accountable process to 

ensure “meaningful and timely input” by State, local, and tribal officials in the 

development of regulatory policies that have federalism or tribal implications. These 

policies are defined in the Executive Orders to include regulations that have “substantial 

direct effects” on States or Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal 

Government and them, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities between the 

Federal Government and various levels of Government or Indian tribes. Therefore, we 

encourage State and local Governments or Indian tribes to provide us with information 

about how the Department’s rulemakings impact them. 

Purpose 

 The Department is publishing this regulatory Agenda in the Federal Register to share 

with interested members of the public the Department’s preliminary expectations 

regarding its future regulatory actions. This should enable the public to be more aware of 

the Department’s regulatory activity and should result in more effective public 

participation. This publication in the Federal Register does not impose any binding 

obligation on the Department or any of the offices within the Department with regard to 

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any specific item on the Agenda. Regulatory action, in addition to the items listed, is not 

precluded. 

DATED: February 25, 2014. 

NAME: Anthony R. Foxx, 

Secretary of Transportation. 

Appendix A—Instructions for Obtaining Copies of Regulatory Documents 

 To obtain a copy of a specific regulatory document in the Agenda, you should 

communicate directly with the contact person listed with the regulation at the address 

below. We note that most, if not all, such documents, including the Semiannual 

Regulatory Agenda, are available through the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov. See 

appendix C for more information. 

 (Name of contact person), (Name of the DOT agency), 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590. (For the Federal Aviation Administration, substitute the following 

address: Office of Rulemaking, ARM-1, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, 

DC 20591). 

Appendix B—General Rulemaking Contact Persons 

 The following is a list of persons who can be contacted within the Department for 

general information concerning the rulemaking process within the various operating 

administrations. 

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FAA—Mark Bury, Chief Counsel, International Law, Legislation and Regulations Division, 

800 Independence Avenue SW., Room 915A, Washington, DC 20591; telephone (202) 

267-3110. 

 

FHWA—Jennifer Outhouse, Office of Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-0761. 

FMCSA—Steven J. LaFreniere, Regulatory Ombudsman, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-0596. 

NHTSA—Steve Wood, Office of Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-2992. 

FRA—Kathryn Shelton, Office of Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Room 

W31-214, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 493-6063. 

 

FTA—Bonnie Graves, Office of Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Room 

E56-308, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-0675. 

SLSDC—Carrie Mann Lavigne, Chief Counsel, 180 Andrews Street, Massena, NY 

13662; telephone (315) 764-3200. 

PHMSA—Karin Christian, Office of Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-4400. 

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MARAD—Christine Gurland, Office of Chief Counsel, Maritime Administration, 1200 New 

Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-5157. 

OST—Kathryn Sinniger, Office of Regulation and Enforcement, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-4723. 

Appendix C—Public Rulemaking Dockets 

 All comments via the Internet are submitted through the Federal Docket Management 

System (FDMS) at the following address: http://www.regulations.gov. The FDMS allows 

the public to search, view, download, and comment on all Federal agency rulemaking 

documents in one central online system. The above referenced Internet address also 

allows the public to sign up to receive notification when certain documents are placed in 

the dockets. 

 The public also may review regulatory dockets at, or deliver comments on proposed 

rulemakings to, the Dockets Office at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Room W12-140,

Washington, DC 20590, 1-800-647-5527. Working Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 

Appendix D—Review Plans for Section 610 and Other Requirements 

Part I—The Plan 

General 

 The Department of Transportation has long recognized the importance of regularly 

reviewing its existing regulations to determine whether they need to be revised or 

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revoked. Our 1979 Regulatory Policies and Procedures require such reviews. We also 

have responsibilities under Executive Order 12866, “Regulatory Planning and Review,” 

and section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act to conduct such reviews. This includes 

the use of plain language techniques in new rules and considering its use in existing rules 

when we have the opportunity and resources to permit its use. We are committed to 

continuing our reviews of existing rules and, if needed, will initiate rulemaking actions 

based on these reviews. 

 In accordance with Executive Order 13563, ‘‘Improving Regulation and Regulatory 

Review,’’ issued by the President on January 18, 2011, the Department has added other 

elements to its review plan. The Department has decided to improve its plan by adding 

special oversight processes within the Department; encouraging effective and timely 

reviews, including providing additional guidance on particular problems that warrant 

review; and expanding opportunities for public participation. These new actions are in 

addition to the other steps described in this appendix. 

Section 610 Review Plan 

 Section 610 requires that we conduct reviews of rules that: (1) have been published 

within the last 10 years, and (2) have a “significant economic impact on a substantial 

number of small entities” (SEIOSNOSE). It also requires that we publish in the Federal 

Register each year a list of any such rules that we will review during the next year. The 

Office of the Secretary and each of the Department’s Operating Administrations have a 

10-year review plan. These reviews comply with section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility 

Act. 

Changes to the Review Plan 

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 Some reviews may be conducted earlier than scheduled. For example, to the extent 

resources permit, the plain language reviews will be conducted more quickly. Other 

events, such as accidents, may result in the need to conduct earlier reviews of some 

rules. Other factors may also result in the need to make changes; for example, we may 

make changes in response to public comment on this plan or in response to a 

presidentially mandated review. If there is any change to the review plan, we will note 

the change in the following Agenda. For any section 610 review, we will provide the 

required notice prior to the review. 

Part II—The Review Process 

The Analysis 

 Generally, the agencies have divided their rules into 10 different groups and plan to 

analyze one group each year. For purposes of these reviews, a year will coincide with 

the fall-to-fall schedule for publication of the Agenda. Thus, Year 1 (2008) begins in the 

fall of 2008 and ends in the fall of 2009; Year 2 (2009) begins in the fall of 2009 and ends 

in the fall of 2010, and so on. We request public comment on the timing of the reviews. 

For example, is there a reason for scheduling an analysis and review for a particular rule 

earlier than we have? Any comments concerning the plan or particular analyses should 

be submitted to the regulatory contacts listed in Appendix B, General Rulemaking 

Contact Persons. 

Section 610 Review 

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 The agency will analyze each of the rules in a given year’s group to determine 

whether any rule has a SEIOSNOSE and, thus, requires review in accordance with 

section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The level of analysis will, of course, depend 

on the nature of the rule and its applicability. Publication of agencies’ section 610 

analyses listed each fall in this Agenda provides the public with notice and an opportunity 

to comment consistent with the requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We 

request that public comments be submitted to us early in the analysis year concerning 

the small entity impact of the rules to help us in making our determinations. 

 In each fall Agenda, the agency will publish the results of the analyses it has 

completed during the previous year. For rules that had a negative finding on 

SEIOSNOSE, we will give a short explanation (e.g., “these rules only establish petition 

processes that have no cost impact” or “these rules do not apply to any small entities”). 

For parts, subparts, or other discrete sections of rules that do have a SEIOSNOSE, we 

will announce that we will be conducting a formal section 610 review during the following 

12 months. At this stage, we will add an entry to the Agenda in the prerulemaking 

section describing the review in more detail. We also will seek public comment on how 

best to lessen the impact of these rules and provide a name or docket to which public 

comments can be submitted. In some cases, the section 610 review may be part of 

another unrelated review of the rule. In such a case, we plan to clearly indicate which 

parts of the review are being conducted under section 610. 

Other Reviews 

 The agency will also examine the specified rules to determine whether any other 

reasons exist for revising or revoking the rule or for rewriting the rule in plain language. 

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In each fall Agenda, the agency will also publish information on the results of the 

examinations completed during the previous year. 

Part III—List of Pending Section 610 Reviews 

 The Agenda identifies the pending DOT section 610 Reviews by inserting “(Section 

610 Review),” after the title for the specific entry. For further information on the pending 

reviews, see the Agenda entries at www.reginfo.gov. For example, to obtain a list of all 

entries that are in section 610 Reviews under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, a user would 

select the desired responses on the search screen (by selecting “advanced search”) and, 

in effect, generate the desired “index” of reviews. 

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis

Year

Review 

Year

1 49 CFR parts 91 through 99 and

14 CFR parts 200 through 212

2008 2009

2 48 CFR parts 1201 through 1253 and new parts and 

subparts

2009 2010

3 14 CFR parts 213 through 232

2010 2011

4 14 CFR parts 234 through 254 2011 2012

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

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6 14 CFR parts 300 through 373 2013 2014

7 14 CFR parts 374 through 398 2014 2015

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

9 49 CFR parts 17 through 28 2016 2017

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

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

49 CFR part 91—International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices 

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

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

49 CFR part 99—Employee Responsibilities and Conduct 

14 CFR part 200—Definitions and Instructions 

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

Code [Amended] 

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

14 CFR part 204—Data to Support Fitness Determinations 

14 CFR part 205—Aircraft Accident Liability Insurance 

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

Authorizations and Exemptions 

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

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

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

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

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

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

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

Authorizing Charter Transportation Only 

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

Commuter Air Carriers 

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

14 CFR part 217—Reporting Traffic Statistics by Foreign Air Carriers in Civilian 

Scheduled, Charter, and Nonscheduled Services 

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

Crew 

14 CFR part 221—Tariffs 

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

14 CFR part 223—Free and Reduced-Rate Transportation 

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

Year 4 (fall 2011) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

14 CFR part 240—Inspection of Accounts and Property 

14 CFR part 241—Uniform System of Accounts and Reports for Large Certificated Air 

Carriers 

14 CFR part 243—Passenger Manifest Information 

14 CFR part 247—Direct Airport-to-Airport Mileage Records 

14 CFR part 248—Submission of Audit Reports 

14 CFR part 249—Preservation of Air Carrier Records 

Year 5 (fall 2012) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

14 CFR part 255—Airline Computer Reservations Systems 

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14 CFR part 256—[Reserved] 

14 CFR part 271—Guidelines for Subsidizing Air Carriers Providing Essential Air 

Transportation 

14 CFR part 272—Essential Air Service to the Freely Associated States 

14 CFR part 291—Cargo Operations in Interstate Air Transportation 

14 CFR part 292—International Cargo Transportation 

14 CFR part 293—International Passenger Transportation 

14 CFR part 294—Canadian Charter Air Taxi Operators 

14 CFR part 296—Indirect Air Transportation of Property 

14 CFR part 297—Foreign Air Freight Forwarders and Foreign Cooperative Shippers 

Associations 

14 CFR part 298—Exemptions for Air Taxi and Commuter Air Carrier Operations 

Year 6 (2013) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

14 CFR part 300—Rules of Conduct in DOT Proceedings Under This Chapter 

14 CFR part 302—Rules of Practice in Proceedings 

14 CFR part 303—Review of Air Carrier Agreements 

14 CFR part 305—Rules of Practice in Informal Nonpublic Investigations 

14 CFR part 313—Implementation of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act 

14 CFR part 323—Terminations, Suspensions, and Reductions of Service 

14 CFR part 325—Essential Air Service Procedures 

14 CFR part 330—Procedures For Compensation of Air Carriers 

14 CFR part 372—Overseas Military Personnel Charters 

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Section 610 Review Plan 

 The FAA has elected to use the two-step, 2-year process used by most DOT modes in 

past plans. As such, the FAA has divided its rules into 10 groups as displayed in the 

table below. During the first year (the “analysis year”), all rules published during the 

previous 10 years within a 10 percent block of the regulations will be analyzed to identify 

those with a SEIOSNOSE. During the second year (the “review year”), each rule 

identified in the analysis year as having a SEIONOSE will be reviewed in accordance 

with Section 610 (b) to determine if it should be continued without change or changed to 

minimize impact on small entities. Results of those reviews will be published in the DOT 

Semiannual Regulatory Agenda. 

. 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis 

Year

Review 

Year

1 14 CFR parts 119 through 129 and parts 150 through 

156

2008 2009

2 14 CFR parts 133 through 139 and parts 157 through 

169

2009 2010

3 14 CFR parts 141 through 147 and parts 170 through 

187

2010 2011

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

5 14 CFR parts 17 through 33 2012 2013

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

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

8 14 CFR parts 60 through 77 2015 2016

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9 14 CFR parts 91 through 105 2016 2017

10 14 CFR parts 417 through 460 2017 2018

Year 6 (2013) List of rules analyzed and summary of results 

14 CFR Part 34—Fuel Venting and Exhaust Emission Requirements for Turbine Engine 

Powered Airplanes 

 Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no 

SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FAA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

14 CFR Part 35—Airworthiness Standards: Propellers 

 Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no 

SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FAA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

14 CFR Part 36—Noise Standards: Aircraft Type and Airworthiness Certification 

 Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no 

SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FAA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

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 14 CFR Part 39—Airworthiness Directives 

 Section 610: No amendments to the codified text of this part were promulgated 

during the period of review, thus there is no SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. 

14 CFR Part 400—Basis and Scope 

 Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no 

SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FAA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 14 CFR Part 401—Organization and Definitions 

 Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no 

SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FAA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 14 CFR Part 404—Regulations and Licensing Requirements 

 Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no 

SEIOSNOSE. 

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 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FAA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 14 CFR Part 405—Investigations and Enforcement 

 Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no 

SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FAA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

Year 7 (2014) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

14 CFR part 43—Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration 

14 CFR part 45—Identification and Registration Marking 

14 CFR part 47—Aircraft Registration 

14 CFR part 49—Recording of Aircraft Titles and Security Documents 

14 CFR part 406—Investigations, Enforcement, and Administrative Review 

14 CFR part 413—License Application Procedures 

14 CFR part 414—Safety Approvals 

14 CFR part 415—Launch License 

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Review 

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Year Year

1 None 2008 2009

2 23 CFR parts 1 to 260 2009 2010

3 23 CFR parts 420 to 470 2010 2011

4 23 CFR part 500 2011 2012

5 23 CFR parts 620 to 637 2012 2013

6 23 CFR parts 645 to 669 2013 2014

7 23 CFR parts 710 to 924 2014 2015

8 23 CFR parts 940 to 973 2015 2016

9 23 CFR parts 1200 to 1252 2016 2017

10 New parts and subparts 2017 2018

Federal-Aid Highway Program 

 The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has adopted regulations in title 23 of the 

CFR, chapter I, related to the Federal-Aid Highway Program. These regulations 

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

Federal aid for highways. The primary law authorizing Federal aid for highways is 

chapter I of title 23 of the U.S.C. section 145 of title 23 expressly provides for a federally 

assisted State program. For this reason, the regulations adopted by the FHWA in title 23 

of the CFR primarily relate to the requirements that States must meet to receive Federal 

funds for the construction and other work related to highways. Because the regulations 

in title 23 primarily relate to States, which are not defined as small entities under the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act, the FHWA believes that its regulations in title 23 do not have a 

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significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. The FHWA solicits 

public comment on this preliminary conclusion. 

Year 5 (fall 2012) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

23 CFR part 620—Engineering 

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

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FHWA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 625—Design Standards for Highways 

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

 General: These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s 

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

FHWA will update Section 625.4 (Standards, Policies, and Standard Specifications) to 

reflect the most current information. 

23 CFR part 626—Pavement Policy 

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

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FHWA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 627—Value Engineering 

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

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 General: These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s 

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

regulations are being updated to incorporate changes made to this part by MAP-21. 

23 CFR part 630—Preconstruction Procedures 

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

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FHWA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 633—Required Contract Provisions 

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

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FHWA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 635—Construction and Maintenance 

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

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FHWA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 636—Design-Build Contracting 

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

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 General: These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s 

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

regulations are being updated at 23 CFR 636.209 to allow proposers to submit technical 

and price proposals based on their preapproved alternative technical concepts without 

submitting a base proposal to encourage a wider use of alternative technical concepts in 

design-build project delivery. 

23 CFR part 637—Construction Inspection and Approval 

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

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FHWA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

Year 6 (fall 2013) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

23 CFR part 645—Utilities 

23 CFR part 646—Railroads 

23 CFR part 650—Bridges, structures, and hydraulics 

23 CFR part 652—Pedestrian and bicycle accommodations and projects 

23 CFR part 655—Traffic Operations 

23 CFR part 656—Carpool and vanpool projects 

23 CFR part 657—Certification of size and weight enforcement 

23 CFR part 658—Truck size and weight, route designations—length, width, and weight 

limitations 

23 CFR part 660—Special programs (Direct Federal) 

23 CFR part 661—Indian Reservation Road Bridge Program 

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23 CFR part 667—[Reserved] 

23 CFR part 668—Emergency relief program 

23 CFR part 669—Enforcement of heavy vehicle use tax 

FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year

1 49 CFR part 372, subpart A 2008 2009

2 49 CFR part 386 2009 2010

3 49 CFR parts 325 and 390 (General) 2010 2011

4 49 CFR parts 390 (Small PassengerCarrying Vehicles), 391 to 393 and 396 

to 399 

2011 2012

5 49 CFR part 387 2012 2013

6 49 CFR parts 356, 367, 369 to 371, 

372 (subparts B and C)

2013 2014

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

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

9 49 CFR parts 377, 378 2016 2017

10 49 CFR part 395 2017 2018

Year 3 (Fall 2010) List of Rules with Ongoing Analysis 

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

49 CFR part 390—Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, General 

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Year 4 (Fall 2011) List of Rules with Ongoing Analysis 

49 CFR part 390—Definition of Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) – Requirements for 

Operators of Small Passenger-Carrying CMVs. 

 This rule was moved up from Year 4 as a result of the Department’s Retrospective 

Regulatory Review. 

49 CFR part 391—Driver Qualifications 

49 CFR part 392—Driving of Commercial Motor Vehicles 

49 CFR part 393—Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation 

49 CFR part 396—Inspection, Repair and Maintenance of Commercial Motor Vehicles 

49 CFR part 397—Transportation of Hazardous Materials; Driving and Parking Rules 

49 CFR part 398—Transportation of Migrant Workers 

49 CFR part 399—Employee Safety and Health Standards 

Year 5 (Fall 2012) List of Rule(s) With Ongoing Analysis 

49 CFR part 387—Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility for Motor Carriers 

Year 6 (Fall 2013) List of Rule(s) that will be Analyzed this Year 

49 CFR part 356—Motor Carrier Routing Regulations 

49 CFR part 367—Standards for Registration With States 

49 CFR part 369—Reports of Motor Carriers 

49 CFR part 370—Principles and Practices for the Investigation and Voluntary 

Disposition of Loss and Damage Claims and Processing Salvage 

49 CFR part 371—Brokers of Property 

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49 CFR part 372 (subparts B and C)—Exemptions, Commercial Zones and Terminal 

Areas 

NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis 

Year

Review 

Year

1 49 CFR parts 571.223 through 571.500, and parts 

575 and 579

2008 2009

2 23 CFR parts 1200 through 1300 2009 2010

3 49 CFR parts 501 through 526 and 571.213 2010 2011

4 49 CFR parts 571.131, 571.217, 571.220, 571.221, 

and 571.222

2011 2012

5 49 CFR parts 571.101 through 571.110, and 

571.135, 571.138, and 571.139

2012 2013

6 49 CFR parts 529 through 578, except parts 571 

and 575

2013 2014

7 49 CFR parts 571.111 through 571.129 and parts 

580 through 588

2014 2015

8 49 CFR parts 571.201 through 571.212 2015 2016

9 49 CFR parts 571.214 through 571.219, except 

571.217

2016 2017

10 49 CFR parts 591 through 595 and new parts and 

subparts 

2017 2018

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Year 5 (fall 2012) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results

49 CFR part 571.101—Controls and Displays 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

49 CFR part 571.102—Transmission Shift Position Sequence, Starter Interlock, and 

Transmission Braking Effect 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

49 CFR part 571.103—Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

49 CFR part 571.104—Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

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49 CFR part 571.105—Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

49 CFR part 571.106—Brake Hoses 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

49 CFR part 571.108—Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

49 CFR part 571.109—New Pneumatic and Certain Specialty Tires 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

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49 CFR part 571.110—Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle 

Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 

Kilograms (10,000 Pounds) or Less 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

 

49 CFR part 571.135—Light Vehicle Brake Systems 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 571.138—Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems 

 Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision.

 

49 CFR part 571.139—New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. NHTSA’s plain language review of these rules indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

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Year 6 (fall 2013) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year

49 CFR part 529—Manufacturers of Multistage Automobiles 

49 CFR part 531—Passenger Automobile Average Fuel Economy Standards 

49 CFR part 533—Light Truck Fuel Economy Standards 

49 CFR part 534—Rights and Responsibilities of Manufacturers in the Context of 

Changes in Corporate Relationships 

49 CFR part 535— Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Fuel Efficiency Program 

49 CFR part 536—Transfer and Trading of Fuel Economy Credits 

49 CFR part 537—Automotive Fuel Economy Reports 

49 CFR part 538—Manufacturing Incentives for Alternative Fuel Vehicles 

49 CFR part 541—New Pneumatic and Certain Specialty Tires 

49 CFR part 542—Procedures for Selecting Light Duty Truck Lines to be Covered by the 

Theft Prevention Standard 

49 CFR part 543—Exemption from Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard 

49 CFR part 544—Insurer Reporting Requirements 

49 CFR part 545—Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard Phase-in and SmallVolume Line Reporting Requirements 

 49 CFR part 551—Procedural Rules 

49 CFR part 552—Petitions for Rulemaking, Defect, and Noncompliance Orders 

49 CFR part 553—Rulemaking Procedures 

49 CFR part 554—Standards Enforcement and Defects Investigation 

49 CFR part 555—Temporary Exemption From Motor Vehicle Safety and Bumper 

Standards 

49 CFR part 556—Exemption for Inconsequential Defect or Noncompliance 

49 CFR part 557—Petitions for Hearings on Notification and Remedy of Defects 

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49 CFR part 563—Event Data Recorders 

49 CFR part 564—Replaceable Light Source and Sealed Beam Headlamp Information 

49 CFR part 565—Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Requirements 

49 CFR part 566—Manufacturer Identification 

49 CFR part 567—Certification 

49 CFR part 568—Vehicles Manufactured in Two or More Stages-All Incomplete, 

Intermediate and Final-Stage Manufacturers of Vehicles Manufactured in Two or More 

Stages 

49 CFR part 569—Regrooved Tires 

49 CFR part 570—Vehicle In Use Inspection Standards 

49 CFR part 572—Anthropomorphic Test Devices 

49 CFR part 573—Defect and Noncompliance Responsibility and Reports 

49 CFR part 574—Tire Identification and Recordkeeping 

49 CFR part 576—Record Retention 

49 CFR part 577—Defect and Noncompliance Notification 

49 CFR part 578—Civil and Criminal Penalties 

FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis

Year

Review

Year

1 49 CFR parts 200 and 201 2008 2009

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

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

4 49 CFR part 219 2011 2012

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

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

7 49 CFR parts 223 and 233 2014 2015

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

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

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

Year 5 (Fall 2012) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

49 CFR part 218—Railroad Operating Practices

 Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: The rule prescribes minimum requirements for railroad operating rules and 

practices. No changes are needed. FRA’s plain language review of this rule indicates no 

need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 221—Rear End Marking Device – Passenger, Commuter, and Freight Trains 

 Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: Since the rule prescribes minimum requirements for railroads to equip the 

rear car of passenger, commuter, and freight trains with highly visible markers it will 

provide safety and security not only for railroad employees but also for the general public. 

No changes are needed. FRA’s plain language review of this rule indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

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49 CFR part 241—United States Locational Requirement for Dispatching of United States 

Rail Operations 

 Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. FRA’s plain language review of this rule indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 244—Regulations on Safety Integration Plans Governing Railroad 

Consolidations, Mergers, and Acquisitions of Control 

 Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

 General: No changes are needed. FRA’s plain language review of this rule indicates 

no need for substantial revision. 

Year 6 (Fall 2013) List of rule(s) that will be analyzed during next year 

49 CFR part 216—Special Notice and Emergency Order Procedures: Railroad Track, 

Locomotive, and Equipment 

49 CFR part 228—Hours of Service of Railroad Employees; Recordkeeping and 

Reporting; Sleeping Quarters 

49 CFR part 229—Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards 

FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Review

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Year Year

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

2 49 CFR parts 661 and 665 2009 2010

3 49 CFR part 633 2010 2011

4 49 CFR parts 609 and 611 2011 2012

5 49 CFR parts 613 and 614 2012 2013

6 49 CFR part 622 2013 2014

7 49 CFR part 630 2014 2015

8 49 CFR part 639 2015 2016

9 49 CFR parts 659 and 663 2016 2017

10 49 CFR part 665 2017 2018

Year 4 (fall 2011) List of rules analyzed and summary of results 

49 CFR part 609—Transportation for Elderly and Handicapped Persons 

 Section 610: The agency has determined that the rule does not have a significant 

effect on a substantial number of small entities. 

 General: This rule was promulgated to enact the statutory requirements of sections 

49 U.S.C. 5307(d) and 5308(b) to establish requirements for determining the maximum 

fare that can assessed for the transportation of elderly persons and persons with 

disabilities during a public transportation’s period of off-peak hours. Recently, Congress 

enacted the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21), Public Law

112-141, (2012). The underlying purpose for the rule was unchanged by Map-21; 

however, the reference to maximum fares in section 5308(b) was repealed long ago and 

MAP-21 amended 49 U.S.C. section 5307. Therefore, in Fiscal Year 2014, FTA plans to 

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issue a rulemaking to implement technical corrections to the authority and applicability 

sections of 49 CFR part 609. 

49 CFR part 611—Major Capital Investment Projects 

 Section 610: The agency has determined that the rule does not have a significant 

effect on a substantial number of small entities. FTA recently revised the rule and 

evaluated the likely effects of the final rule on small entities and requested public 

comment during the rulemaking process. FTA determined that the rule does not have a 

significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities because small 

entities do not generally undertake the development of major capital projects. There 

were no public comments submitted on this issue during the rulemaking process. 

 General: FTA revised part 611 via a final rule in January 2013, in order to implement 

recent MAP-21 amendments to 49 U.S.C. section 5309 (see 78 FR 1992). The “New 

Starts” and “Small Starts” programs authorized by section 5309 are FTA’s primary capital 

funding programs for new or extended transit systems. Part 611 of the Code of Federal 

Regulations outlines the process by which FTA rates and evaluates grants proposals for 

these programs. With the revised rule, FTA has significantly streamlined its evaluation 

process for both programs.

Year 5 (fall 2012) List of rule(s) analyzed and summary of results 

49 CFR part 613—Planning Assistance and Standards 

 Section 610: The Agency has determined that the rule does not have a significant 

effect on a substantial number of small entities because it is only applicable to States and 

metropolitan planning organizations that are not included in the definition of small entity 

as set forth in 5 U.S.C. 601. 

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 General: The rule was promulgated to govern the development of metropolitan 

transportation plans and programs for urbanized areas, State transportation plans and 

programs, and the congestion management process. Recently, Congress amended the 

planning statutes when it enacted the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act 

(MAP-21), Public Law 112-141, (2012). In Fiscal Year 2014, FTA will undertake a joint 

notice of proposed rulemaking with FHWA in order to revise the regulations consistent 

with current statutory requirements. In doing so, FHWA and FTA will propose 

establishing a performance-based approach to transportation decisionmaking. 

49 CFR part 614—Transportation Infrastructure Management 

 Section 610: The Agency has determined that the rule does not have a significant 

effect on a substantial number of small entities as it only cross-references 23 CFR part 

500, a FHWA regulation that is applicable to States. 

 General: No changes are needed at this time. However, FTA will continue to work 

with FHWA to assess whether or not technology will warrant revisions to the regulation. 

Year 6: List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

49 CFR part 622—Environmental Impact and Related Procedures 

MARITIME ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year

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1 46 CFR parts 201 through 205 2008 2009

2 46 CFR parts 221 through 232 2009 2010

3 46 CFR parts 249 through 296 2010 2011

4 46 CFR parts 221, 298, 308, 

and 309

2011 2012

5 46 CFR parts 307 through 309 2012 2013

6 46 CFR part 310 2013 2014

7 46 CFR parts 315 through 340 2014 2015

8 46 CFR parts 345 through 381 2015 2016

9 46 CFR parts 382 through 389 2016 2017

10 46 CFR parts 390 through 393 2017 2018

Year 4 (fall 2011) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

46 CFR part 381—Cargo Preference—U.S.-Flag Vessels 

46 CFR part 383—Cargo Preference—Compromise, Assessment, Mitigation, Settlement, 

and Collection of Civil Penalties 

46 CFR part 221—Foreign Transfer Regulations 

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

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

Administering Maintenance and Repair Subsidy 

46 CFR part 287—Establishment of Construction Reserve Funds 

46 CFR part 295—Maritime Security Program (MSP) 

46 CFR part 296—Maritime Security Program (MSP) 

Year 5 (2012) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

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46 CFR part 307—Mandatory Position Report System for Vessels 

46 CFR part 308—War Risk Insurance 

46 CFR part 309—War Risk Ship Valuation 

Year 6 (2013) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

46 CFR part 310—Merchant Marine Training 

PIPELINE AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (PHMSA) 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis

Year

Review

Year

1 49 CFR part 178 2008 2009

2 49 CFR parts 178 through 180 2009 2010

3 49 CFR parts 172 and 175 2010 2011

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

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

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

7 49 CFR parts 176 and 199 2014 2015

8 49 CFR parts 172 through 178 2015 2016

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

10 49 CFR parts 173 and 194 2017 2018

Year 5 (fall 2012) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

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49 CFR part 106—Rulemaking Procedures 

49 CFR part 107—Hazardous Materials Program Procedures 

49 CFR part 171—General Information, Regulations, and Definitions 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. On May 9, 2013 (78 FR 27169) PHMSA 

published the intent to review and analyze regulations in its Unified Agenda and 

Regulatory Plan to identify requirements that may have a significant impact on a 

substantial number of small entities. Specifically, PHMSA provided an initial review and 

requested comments on the impact of the rules in 49 CFR parts 106, 107, and 171 on 

small businesses. In addition, PHMSA asked the following questions of small 

businesses: 

1. How and to what degree these rules affect you; 

2. Any complaints or comments you may have concerning the covered rules; 

3. The complexity of the covered rules; 

4. The extent to which the rules overlap, duplicate, or conflict with other Federal 

rules, and to the extent feasible, with State and local Government rules; and 

5. The extent of the economic impact on you and why you believe the economic 

impact is significant. 

 Two comments were received in response to the notice (notice and comments are 

available for review at: http://www.regulations.gov; under Docket No. PHMSA-2013-

0027). The comments did not directly relate to the rules under review or the impacts of 

those rules on small businesses. Based on PHMSA’s initial review of these rules and 

evaluation of the comments received, the Agency has determined that the rules do not 

have a significant effect on a substantial number of small entities. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. PHMSA’s plain language review of this rule indicates no need for 

substantial revision. 

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49 CFR part 190—Pipeline Safety Programs and Rulemaking Procedures 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. Based on regulated entities, PHMSA found 

that the majority of operators are not small businesses. Therefore, though some small 

entities may be affected, the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. PHMSA’s plain language review indicates no need for substantial 

revision. 

49 CFR part 195—Transportation of Hazardous Liquids by Pipeline 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. Based on regulated entities, PHMSA found 

that the majority of operators are not small businesses. Therefore, though some small 

entities may be affected, the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose 

the least burden. PHMSA’s plain language review indicates no need for substantial 

revision. 

Year 6 (fall 2013) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

49 CFR part 174—Carriage by Rail 

49 CFR part 177—Carriage by Public Highway 

49 CFR part 191—Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline; Annual Reports, 

Incident Reports, and Safety-Related Condition Reports 

49 CFR part 192— Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline: Minimum 

Federal Safety Standards 

RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATION (RITA) 

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SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis

Year

Review

Year

1 14 CFR part 241, form 41 2008 2009

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

3 14 CFR part 298 2010 2011

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

5 14 CFR part 291 2012 2013

6 14 CFR part 234 2013 2014

7 14 CFR part 249 2014 2015

8 14 CFR part 248 2015 2016

9 14 CFR part 250 2016 2017

10 14 CFR part 374a, ICAO 2017 2018

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

14 CFR part 241—Uniform System of Accounts and Reports for Large Certificated Air 

Carriers, Form 41 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

14 CFR part 298, subpart f—Exemptions for Air Taxi and Commuter Air Carrier 

Operations—Reporting Requirements 

Year 4 (fall 2011) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

14 CFR part 241, section 19-7—Passenger Origin-Destination Survey 

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Year 5 (fall 2012) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

14 CFR part 291—Cargo Operations in Interstate Air Transportation 

Year 6 (fall 2013) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

14 CFR Part 234—Airline Service Quality Performance Reports 

SAINT LAWRENCE SEAWAY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed 

Analysis

Year

Review

Year

1 33 CFR parts 401 through 403 2008 2009

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

33 CFR part 401—Seaway Regulations and Rules 

33 CFR part 402—Tariff of Tolls 

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

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The 209 Regulatory Agendas

Office of the Secretary - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities: Passenger Vessel Accessibility Standards 2105-AE23

Use of Mobile Wireless Devices for Voice Calls on Aircraft 2105-AE30

Office of the Secretary - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Enhanced Consumer Protections for Charter Air Transportation 2105-AD66

Aviation Economic Regulation Amendments 2105-AD86

Airline Pricing Transparency and Other Consumer Protection Issues 2105-AE11

Carrier-Supplied Medical Oxygen, Service Animals, Accessible Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft, Service Request

Reporting, and Seating Accommodations With Extra Legroom 2105-AE12

Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs: Revision of Substance Abuse

Professional Credential Requirement 2105-AE24

Transportation Services for Individuals With Disabilities: Over-the-Road Buses (RRR) 2105-AE29

Office of the Secretary - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Protection of Sensitive Security Information 2105-AD59

Accessibility of Airports 2105-AD91

Smoking of Electronic Cigarettes On Commercial Aircraft 2105-AE06

Incidents Involving Death, Loss, or Injury of Animals 2105-AE07

Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities: Reasonable Modification 2105-AE15

Reporting Ancillary Airline Passenger Revenues 2105-AE31

Adoption of Governmentwide Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal

Awards 2105-AE33

Office of the Secretary - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE Program Improvements, Phase 2) 2105-AE08

Revisions to the Transportation Acquisition Regulation 2105-AE26

Office of the Secretary - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Miscellaneous Civil Rights Amendments (RRR) 2105-AE25

Organization and Delegation of Powers and Duties 2105-AE28

Federal Aviation Administration - PreRule

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Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Drug and Alcohol Testing of Certain Maintenance Provider Employees Located Outside of the United States 2120-AK09

Prohibition of Tail-End Ferry in Part 135 (FAA Reauthorization) 2120-AK26

Federal Aviation Administration - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Airspace Actions 2120-AA66

Air Carrier Contract Maintenance Requirements 2120-AJ33

Airport Safety Management System 2120-AJ38

Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) 2120-AJ60

Slot Management and Transparency for LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Newark Liberty

International Airport 2120-AJ89

Effective Tether System (Tether Rule) (RRR) 2120-AJ90

Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) (RRR) 2120-AJ94

Public Risk Criteria for Launch and Reentry (Risk Rule) 2120-AK06

Flight Simulation Training Device (FSTD) Qualification Standards for Extended Envelope and Adverse Weather Event

Training 2120-AK08

Disclosure of Seat Dimensions to Facilitate Use of Child Safety Seats on Airplanes During Passenger-Carrying

Operations (FAA Reauthorization) 2120-AK17

Changes to Production Certificates and Approvals 2120-AK20

Prohibition of Tail End Ferry in Part 121 (Reauthorization) 2120-AK22

Fuel Tank and System Lightning Protection (RRR) 2120-AK24

Part 61 and 91 Recommended Rule Changes (Retrospective Regulatory Review) 2120-AK28

Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards Fire Extinguishers and Class B and F Cargo Compartments 2120-AK29

Requirements for Protection of Fuel Tanks From Flame Propagation Through Fuel Vent Lines 2120-AK30

Acceptance Criteria for Portable Oxygen Concentrators Used Onboard Aircraft (RRR) 2120-AK32

Flammability Requirements for Transport Category Airplanes (RRR) 2120-AK34

Aircraft Registration and Airmen Certification Fees 2120-AK37

Use of the New York North Shore Helicopter Route 2120-AK39

Part 440 Waiver of Claims (RRR) 2120-AK44

Limited Private-Pilot Privileges for Pilots Who Do Not Currently Hold an FAA Airman Medical Certificate (Private-Pilot

Privileges Without a Medical) 2120-AK45

Federal Aviation Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Instrument Flight Rules 2120-AA63

Airworthiness Directives 2120-AA64

Standard Instrument Approach Procedures 2120-AA65

Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions 2120-AJ34

Student Pilot Application Requirements (Formerly Photo Requirements for Pilot Certificates) 2120-AJ42

Flight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements; Supplemental Regulatory Impact Analysis 2120-AJ58

Repair Stations 2120-AJ61

Safety Management Systems for Part 121 Certificate Holders 2120-AJ86

Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards-Gust and Maneuver Load Requirements 2120-AK12

Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards--Miscellaneous Structures Requirements 2120-AK13

Elimination of the Air Traffic Control Tower Operator Certificate for Controllers Who Hold a Federal Aviation

Administration Credential With a Tower Rating (RRR) 2120-AK40

Part 13 Amendment 2120-AK43

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Federal Aviation Administration - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Flight Crewmember Mentoring, Leadership and Professional Development (HR 5900) 2120-AJ87

Part 121 Exiting Icing 2120-AJ95

System Safety Assessment 2120-AJ99

Pilot Records Database (HR 5900) 2120-AK31

Federal Aviation Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Prohibition on Personal Use of Electronic Devices on the Flight Deck (Personal Use of PEDs) 2120-AJ17

Air Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments 2120-AJ53

Stage 3 Helicopter Noise Certification Standards 2120-AJ96

Minimum Altitudes for Use of Autopilots (RRR) 2120-AK11

Flight Data Recorder Airplane Parameter Specification Omission and Correction 2120-AK27

SFAR 106 Amendment to Add Chart Sequal Technologys eQuinox and Vbox Trooper Portable Oxygen System (POC)

(Use of Additional Portable Oxygen Concentrator Devices on Board Aircraft) 2120-AK35

Requirements for Chemical Oxygen Generators Installed on Transport Category Airplanes (Chemical Oxygen Standards) 2120-AK36

Extension of Prohibition Against Certain Flights Within the Tripoli (HILL) Flight Information Region (FIR) (Libya SFAR) 2120-AK42

Federal Highway Administration - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

National Goals and Performance Management Measures (MAP-21) 2125-AF49

Statewide and Nonmetropolitan Transportation Planning; Metropolitan Transportation Planning (MAP-21) 2125-AF52

National Goals and Performance Management Measures (MAP-21) 2125-AF53

National Goals and Performance Management Measures (MAP-21) 2125-AF54

National Bridge Inspection Standards (MAP-21) 2125-AF55

Highway Safety Improvement Program (MAP-21) 2125-AF56

Asset Management Plan (MAP-21) 2125-AF57

Construction Manager, General Contractor (MAP-21) 2125-AF61

Acquisition of Right-of-Way (RRR; MAP-21) 2125-AF62

Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (MAP-21) 2125-AF63

Federal Highway Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

National Tunnel Inspection Standards (MAP-21) 2125-AF24

Administration of Engineering and Design Related Service Contracts (RRR) 2125-AF44

Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program (MAP-21) 2125-AF50

Additional Categorical Exclusions Under NEPA (MAP-21) 2125-AF59

Value Engineering 2125-AF64

Federal Highway Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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Environmental Impact and Related Procedures (MAP-21) 2125-AF48

Design-Build Alternative Technical Concepts 2125-AF58

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Qualifications of Drivers; Diabetes Standard 2126-AA95

Carrier Safety Fitness Determination 2126-AB11

Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (MAP-21) 2126-AB18

Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service Supporting Documents (MAP-21) 2126-AB20

Electronic Signatures and Documents (E-Signatures) (RRR) 2126-AB47

Elimination of Redundant Maintenance Rule (RRR) 2126-AB49

MAP-21 Enhancements and Other Updates to the Unified Registration System 2126-AB56

Prohibition of Coercion (MAP-21) 2126-AB57

Heavy Vehicle Speed Limiters 2126-AB63

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Certification Requirements 2126-AB67

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Medical Examiner's Certification Integration (MAP-21) 2126-AB40

Lease and Interchange of Vehicles; Motor Carriers of Passengers 2126-AB44

Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance; Driver-Vehicle Inspection Report (RRR) 2126-AB46

Definition of Tank Vehicle With Respect to Commercial Driver's License Holders 2126-AB61

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

New Entrant Safety Assurance Process: Implementation of Section 210(b) of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act

of 1999 2126-AB17

Commercial Driver’s License Requirements of MAP-21 and the Military Commercial Driver's License Act of 2012 2126-AB68

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Minimum Training Requirements for Entry Level Commercial Motor Vehicle Operations (MAP-21) 2126-AB06

Patterns of Safety Violations by Motor Carrier Management (MAP-21) 2126-AB42

Hours of Service of Drivers; Amendment of the 30-Minute Rest Break Requirement 2126-AB65

Rescission of Quarterly Financial Reporting Requirements 2126-AB69

Gross Combination Weight Rating; Definition 2126-AB70

Medical Certification Requirements as Part of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); Extension of Certificate Retention

Requirements 2126-AB71

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Alternative Fuel Vehicle Badging and Fuel Compartment Labels on Alternative Fuel Usage 2127-AK75

Heavy Vehicle Speed Limiters 2127-AK92

Establish Side Impact Performance Requirements for Child Restraint Systems (MAP-21) 2127-AK95

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Motorcoach Rollover Structural Integrity (MAP-21) 2127-AK96

FMVSS No. 218 and Enforcement Policy Concerning Novelty Helmets 2127-AL01

Amend FMVSS No. 210 to Incorporate the Use of a New Force Application Device (RRR) 2127-AL05

Importation of Motor Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured to Comply With Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 2127-AL06

Consumer Information on Fuel Economy, Emissions, and Alternative Fuel Usage 2127-AL12

Amend Definition of 3-Wheeled Vehicles 2127-AL15

Upgrade of LATCH Usability Requirements (MAP-21) 2127-AL20

New FMVSS, Lamps and Reflective Devices for Agricultural Equipment (MAP-21) 2127-AL28

Part 575 Vehicle Defect Reporting Requirements 2127-AL33

Rear Seat Belt Reminder System 2127-AL37

MAP-21 Civil Penalties Interpretation 2127-AL38

Electronic Disclosure of Odometer Requirements 2127-AL39

Automotive Fuel Economy Reports: Allowing Electronic Submission of Reports 2127-AL47

Use of ISO Warning Symbol for ABS Failure 2127-AL48

Schedule Of Fees Authorized by 49 U.S.C. 30141 2127-AL51

Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles and Work Trucks: Phase 2 2127-AL52

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

FMVSS 116, Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids, EPDM Rubber 2127-AK58

FMVSS 114, Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention, Keyless Ignition Systems 2127-AK88

Sound for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles 2127-AK93

Electronic Stability Control Systems for Heavy Vehicles (MAP-21) 2127-AK97

Make Inoperative Exemptions, Vehicle Modifications to Accommodate People With Disabilities, From FMVSS No. 226 2127-AL17

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" 2127-AL27

Registered Importers of Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured to Conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 2127-AL43

Organization and Delegation of Duties 2127-AL46

Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard, MY 2015 High-Theft Light-Duty Truck and Exempted Vehicle Line

Listing 2127-AL50

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Q3s 3-Year-Old Side Impact Dummy (MAP-21) 2127-AL04

Upgrade FMVSS No. 213 for Improved Child Occupant Protection 2127-AL34

Advanced Glazing and Anti-Ejection Countermeasures 2127-AL36

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, Rearview Mirrors 2127-AK43

Require Installation of Seat Belts on Motorcoaches, FMVSS No. 208 (MAP-21) 2127-AK56

Upgrade of Event Data Recorder Requirements 2127-AK87

Response to Petitions for Reconsideration (Part 2), Designated Seating Position, and Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages 2127-AL13

Petitions for Reconsideration of 10 Year-Old Dummy Into FMVSS No. 213 2127-AL35

Federal Railroad Administration - Proposed Rule

Regulation 

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Title Identifier 

Number

Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing for Maintenance-of-Way Employees 2130-AC10

Risk Reduction Program 2130-AC11

Passenger Train Door Operation and Door Safety Requirements 2130-AC34

Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers; Miscellaneous Revisions (RRR) 2130-AC40

Hours of Service Recordkeeping; Electronic Recordkeeping Amendments (RRR) 2130-AC41

Use of Locomotive Horns at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings; Miscellaneous Revisions 2130-AC42

Safety Glazing Standards; Miscellaneous Revisions (RRR) 2130-AC43

Passenger Equipment Safety Standards; Standards for Alternative Compliance and High-Speed Trainsets 2130-AC46

Federal Railroad Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Roadway Worker Protection; Miscellaneous Revisions 2130-AB89

Training Standards for Railroad Employees 2130-AC06

Emergency Escape Breathing Apparatus 2130-AC14

National Highway-Rail Crossing Inventory Reporting Requirements 2130-AC26

Railroad System Safety Program 2130-AC31

Positive Train Control Systems: De Minimis Exception, Yard Movements, En Route Failures; Miscellaneous Grade

Crossing/Signal and Train Control Amendments (RRR) 2130-AC32

Revisions to Signal System Reporting Requirements (RRR) 2130-AC44

Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program Application Requirements 2130-AC45

Federal Railroad Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Critical Incident Stress Plan; Critical Incident Definition 2130-AC00

Passenger Train Emergency Systems; Doors, Emergency Lighting, Emergency Signage and Markings for Egress and

Access, and Low-Location Emergency Exit Path Marking; Miscellaneous Amendments 2130-AC22

Track Safety Standards: Improving Rail Integrity 2130-AC28

Revisions to Passenger Train Emergency Preparedness Regulations 2130-AC33

Roadway Worker Protection; Adjacent-Track On-Track Safety--Response to Petitions for Reconsideration 2130-AC37

Federal Transit Administration - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Private Sector Participation 2132-AB06

Statewide and Nonmetropolitan Transportation Planning; Metropolitan Transportation Planning (MAP-21) 2132-AB10

Bus Testing: Pass/Fail and Safety Criteria (MAP-21) 2132-AB11

Buy America: Amendments (MAP-21) 2132-AB16

State Safety Oversight (MAP-21) 2132-AB19

Federal Transit Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program (MAP-21) 2132-AB13

Additional Categorical Exclusions Under NEPA (MAP-21) 2132-AB14

Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program 2132-AB15

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Federal Transit Administration - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Transit Asset Management 2132-AB07

Core Capacity Projects (MAP-21) 2132-AB17

New and Small Start Projects (MAP-21) 2132-AB18

National and Public Transportation Safety Plans (MAP-21) and Transit Asset Management 2132-AB20

Federal Transit Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Environmental Impact and Related Procedures (MAP-21) 2132-AB05

Maritime Administration - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

National Shipping Authority, Ship Manager Citizenship 2133-AB87

Maritime Administration - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Marine Highway Corridor Expansion 2133-AB84

American Fisheries Act 2133-AB86

Maritime Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Maritime Security Program Extension 2133-AB85

Maritime Administration - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Cargo Preference 2133-AB74

Maritime Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Transportation Priority Allocation System (RRR) 2133-AB78

War Risk Ship Valuation (RRR) 2133-AB82

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Seaway Regulations and Rules: Periodic Update, Various Categories 2135-AA33

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - Proposed Rule

Regulation 

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Title Identifier 

Number

Hazardous Materials: Adoption of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

Section XII and the Nat'l Board Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors Code 2137-AE58

Pipeline Safety: Safety of On-Shore Liquid Hazardous Pipelines 2137-AE66

Pipeline Safety: Excess Flow Valves In Applications Other Than Single-Family Residences in Gas Distribution Systems 2137-AE71

Pipeline Safety: Gas Transmission (RRR) 2137-AE72

Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Pressure Vessel Requirements (DOT Spec Cylinders) (RRR) 2137-AE80

Hazardous Materials: Reverse Logistics (RRR) 2137-AE81

Hazardous Materials: Requirements for the Safe Transportation of Bulk Explosives (RRR) 2137-AE86

Hazardous Materials: Enhanced Tank Car Standards and Operational Controls for High-Hazard Flammable Trains 2137-AE91

Pipeline Safety: Issues Related to the use of Plastic Pipe in Gas Pipeline Industry 2137-AE93

Hazardous Materials: Special Permit SOP and Evaluation (MAP-21) 2137-AE99

Hazardous Materials: Incorporation of Special Permits Into the Hazardous Materials Regulations (MAP-21) 2137-AF00

Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Amendments (RRR) 2137-AF04

Hazardous Materials: Harmonization With International Standards (RRR) 2137-AF05

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Hazardous Materials: Compatibility With the Regulations of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) (RRR) 2137-AE38

Pipeline Safety: Enforcement of State Excavation Damage Laws 2137-AE43

Hazardous Materials: Revisions to Requirements for the Transportation of Lithium Batteries 2137-AE44

Hazardous Materials: Safety Requirements for External Product Piping on Cargo Tanks Transporting Flammable Liquids

(Wetlines) (MAP-21) 2137-AE53

Pipeline Safety: Miscellaneous Amendments to the Pipeline Safety Regulations 2137-AE59

Pipeline Safety: Periodic Updates of Regulatory References to Technical Standards and Miscellaneous Amendments

(RRR) 2137-AE85

Hazardous Materials: Failure to Pay Provision (MAP-21) 2137-AE97

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Pipeline Safety: Operator Qualification, Cost Recovery, Accident and Incident Notification, and Other Changes (RRR) 2137-AE94

Pipeline Safety: Amendments to Parts 192 and 195 to Require Valve Installation and Minimum Rupture Detection

Standards 2137-AF06

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Hazardous Materials: Bulk Loading and Unloading Operations 2137-AE37

Hazardous Materials: Incorporation of Certain Special Permits and Competent Authorities Into the HMR (RRR) 2137-AE82

Research and Innovative Technologies Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Reporting Ancillary Airline Passenger Revenues 2139-AA13

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE23

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Title: Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities: Passenger Vessel Accessibility Standards

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Department ́s rules implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by

adopting as its standards revised accessibility guidelines proposed by the Access Board with regard to passenger vessels. The

ADA requires that our standards be consistent with the minimum guidelines set by the Access Board.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 39 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 12149

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 03/17/2014 79 FR 14621

ANPRM Comment Period End 05/16/2014 

Analyzing Comments 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 3014-AA11

Agency Contact: Jill Laptosky

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4723 

E-Mail: jill.laptosky@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE30

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Title: Use of Mobile Wireless Devices for Voice Calls on Aircraft

Abstract: The Department of Transportation (DOT or Department) is seeking comment on the effects and implications of

adopting a rule to restrict voice communications on passengers' mobile wireless devices on flights within, to, and from the

United States. Under the Department's aviation consumer protection authority, we are seeking comment on whether voice calls

on aircraft constitute an unfair practice to consumers pursuant to 49 U.S.C. section 41712, and/or are inconsistent with

adequate air transportation pursuant to 49 U.S.C. section 41702, and if so, whether such calls should e banned or restricted

(e.g., not allow voice calls at night time).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41712; 49 USC 41702

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 02/24/2014 79 FR 10049

ANPRM Comment Period End 03/26/2014 

Analyzing Comments 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Blane A Workie 

Acting Assistant General Counsel

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755-7687

FAX: 202 366-5944

E-Mail: blane.workie@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AD66

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Title: Enhanced Consumer Protections for Charter Air Transportation

Abstract: The U.S. Department of Transportation (Department) is seeking comment on the following proposals to strengthen

the legal protections provided to consumers for charter air transportation: (1) enumerating certain prohibited unfair and

deceptive practices by air taxis registered with the Department under 14 CFR part 298 and, as recommended by the National

Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), requiring air taxis that sell charter air transportation, but rely on others to perform that air

transportation, to disclose, among other things, at the time an air charter contract is arranged and anytime thereafter if such

information changes, the name of the direct air carrier actually operating that service and any other name in which that direct air

carrier holds itself out to the public; (2) creating a new class of indirect air carriers (i.e., air charter brokers) to provide single

entity charter air transportation of passengers aboard large and small aircraft, establishing required disclosures for air charter

brokers to give to their customers, and enumerating certain prohibited unfair and deceptive practices by air charter brokers; (3)

codifying the exemption authority granted in 1983 to the class of indirect air carriers that provide air ambulance services, and

establishing required disclosures by such carriers to the public; and (4) making clear and codifying that the air services

performed under contract with the Federal Government are in common carriage.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 298 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329; 49 USC ch 401, 411, and 417; 49 USC 106(g), ch 447 and 451

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 01/26/2007 72 FR 3773

ANPRM Comment Period End 03/27/2007 

NPRM 09/30/2013 78 FR 59880

NPRM Comment Period End 11/29/2013 

Final Rule 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Blane A Workie 

Acting Assistant General Counsel

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755-7687

FAX: 202 366-5944

E-Mail: blane.workie@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AD86

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Title: Aviation Economic Regulation Amendments

Abstract: This rulemaking action would amend the aviation economic rules by removing or updating any outdated references,

definitions, terminology, and forms. The purpose of these amendments is to make certain the most current and accurate

references to the law are provided within the aviation economic regulations. The amendments would require substantive

changes to the regulations. This rulemaking would make technical amendments to statutory references, update titles and

addresses of offices, and remove certain appendices, sections, and forms that are no longer relevant. RIN 2105-AE04 is

merged with this action.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 200 to 399 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC chs 401 to 417; 5 USC 1008

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jennifer Abdul-Wali 

Senior Regulations Analyst

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-366-4723 

E-Mail: jennifer.abdulwali@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE11

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Title: Airline Pricing Transparency and Other Consumer Protection Issues

Abstract: The Department is seeking comment on a number of proposals to enhance protections for air travelers and to

improve the air travel environment, including a proposal to clarify and codify the Department's interpretation of the statutory

definition of "ticket agent." This NPRM would also require airlines and ticket agents to disclose at all points of sale the fees for

certain basic ancillary services associated with the air transportation consumers are buying or considering buying. Other

proposals in this NPRM to enhance airline passenger protections include: expanding the pool of "reporting" carriers; requiring

enhanced reporting by mainline carriers for their domestic code-share partner operations; requiring large travel agents to adopt

minimum customer service standards; codifying the statutory requirements that carriers and ticket agents disclose any codeshare arrangements on their websites; and prohibiting unfair and deceptive practices such as undisclosed biasing and postpurchase price increases. The Department is also considering whether to require ticket agents to disclose the carriers whose

tickets they sell in order to avoid having consumers mistakenly believe they are searching all possible flight options for a

particular city-pair market when in fact there may be other options available. Additionally, this NPRM would correct drafting

errors and make minor changes to the Department's second Enhancing Airline Passenger Protections rule to conform to

quidance issued by the Department's Office of Aviation Enforcement and Proceedings (Enforcement Office) regarding its

interpretation of the rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 244; 14 CFR 250; 14 CFR 253; 14 CFR 259; 14 CFR 399 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41712; 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 41702

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: Related Final Rule issued on April 25, 2011 (76 FR 23110, RIN 2105-AD92).

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2105-AD72;

Related to 2105-AD92

Agency Contact: Blane A Workie 

Acting Assistant General Counsel

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755-7687

FAX: 202 366-5944

E-Mail: blane.workie@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE12

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Title: Carrier-Supplied Medical Oxygen, Service Animals, Accessible Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft, Service Request

Reporting, and Seating Accommodations With Extra Legroom

Abstract: This is the third of three supplemental notices of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to follow-up on air travel

accessibility issues discussed in the preamble of the 2008 Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) final rule. (The first SNPRM is RIN

2105-AD96, the second is RIN 2105-AE32.) This rulemaking action would consider (1) whether carriers should be required to

supply in-flight medical oxygen for a fee to passengers who require it to access air transportation; (2) whether there are reasons

to preclude the carriage of service animals other than dogs and whether any changes should be made to provisions allowing

carriers to require medical documentation and 48 hours advance notice from users of emotional support and psychiatric service

animals; (3) whether carriers should be required to provide accessible lavatories on certain new single-aisle aircraft; and (4)

whether carriers should be required to report to the Department annually the number of requests for disability assistance they

receive. The proposed rule would also seek public comment on how to best address problems that individuals with disabilities

are having in accessing needed seating accommodations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41702; 49 USC 41712; 49 USC 47105

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Supplemental NPRM 02/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Split From 2105-AD96

Agency Contact: Blane A Workie 

Acting Assistant General Counsel

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755-7687

FAX: 202 366-5944

E-Mail: blane.workie@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE24

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Title: Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs: Revision of Substance Abuse Professional

Credential Requirement

Abstract: This rulemaking would add drug and alcohol counselors certified by the National Association of Forensic Counselors

(NAFC), specifically the Master Addictions Counselor (MAC), Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor (CCDC), and Certified

Addictions Specialist (CFAS), to the list of credentialed professionals eligible to serve as substance abuse professionals (SAPs)

under subpart O of 49 CFR part 40. The intended effect of this proposed rule is to expand the list of credentials in 49 CFR part

40.281 to include the MAC, CCDC, and CFAS certified by the NAFC as an acceptable credential to become a SAP in the

Department of Transportation's (DOT) drug and alcohol testing program.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 40 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 102, 301, 322, 5331, 20140, 31306, and 45101

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Anne Bechdolt

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4723 

E-Mail: anne.bechdolt@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE29

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Title: Transportation Services for Individuals With Disabilities: Over-the-Road Buses (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the Department's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations relating to over-theroad buses (OTRBs). The DOT is required by its regulations to review various requirements within the ADA regulations for

OTRB operators. On February 27, 2013, DOT published a notice seeking comment to help DOT conduct this review. This

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rulemaking would update and revise regulations relating to the purchase and lease requirements of new OTRBs, fleet

accessibility requirements, interline service requirements, special provisions for mixed-service operators, and interim service

requirements.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 37 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 12101 to 13; 49 USC 322

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jill Laptosky

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4723 

E-Mail: jill.laptosky@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AD59

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Title: Protection of Sensitive Security Information

Abstract: This rulemaking would finalize a May 2004 interim final rule, and respond to any comments received on that action.

This is a joint rulemaking between DOT and the Transportation Security Administration. Upon closer review, the Department has

decided the provisions of this rulemaking action are not significant. This rulemaking action will not appear on next month's

report.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 15; 49 CFR 1520 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 46 USC 70102 to 70106; 49 USC 114; 49 USC 44913 to 44914; 49 USC 44942; 49 USC 44901 to 44907; 49

USC 5103; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 44916 to 44918; 49 USC 44935 to 44936

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mohsin Syed

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

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Phone: 202 366-9609 

E-Mail: mohsin.syed@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AD91

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Title: Accessibility of Airports

Abstract: This rulemaking would include new provisions related to service animal relief areas and closed captioning of

televisions and audio-visual displays for airports that mirror the new requirements applicable to airlines set forth in the amended

14 CFR part 382. It would also reorganize the provision in 49 CFR part 27 regarding lifts used to transfer disabled passengers

to and from the tarmac.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 27 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/29/2011 76 FR 60426

NPRM Comment Period End 11/28/2011 

Final Rule 11/00/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Blane A Workie 

Acting Assistant General Counsel

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755-7687

FAX: 202 366-5944

E-Mail: blane.workie@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE06

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Title: Smoking of Electronic Cigarettes On Commercial Aircraft

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the general regulatory language in 14 CFR part 252 to explicitly ban the smoking of

electronic cigarettes on air carrier and foreign air carrier flights in scheduled intrastate, interstate, and foreign air transportation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 252 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 101 to 164; 49 USC 40102; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 41701; 49 USC 41702; 49 USC

41706, as amended by sec 708 of PL 106 to 181; 49 USC 41711; 49 USC 46301

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/15/2011 76 FR 57008

NPRM Comment Period End 11/14/2011 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Blane A Workie 

Acting Assistant General Counsel

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755-7687

FAX: 202 366-5944

E-Mail: blane.workie@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE07

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Title: Incidents Involving Death, Loss, or Injury of Animals

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the existing reporting requirements in 14 CFR 234.13 concerning the loss, injury, or

death of an animal during air transport. Under the existing rule, animal means any warm or cold blooded animal which, at the

time of transportation, is being kept as a pet in a family household in the United States. This rulemaking would expand the

definition of animal to also include all cats and dogs transported by an air carrier, regardless of whether or not it is a kept as a

pet in a family household. In addition, the existing rule applies to air carrier, that account for 1 percent or more of domestic

scheduled-service passenger revenues. The rulemaking would expand this to all U.S. carriers that operate scheduled service

with at least one aircraft with a design capacity of more than 60 seats.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 234.13 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41721

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/29/2012 77 FR 38747

NPRM Comment Period End 08/28/2012 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 09/04/2012 77 FR 53779

Extended Comment Period End 09/27/2012 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2105-AD48;

Related to 2120-

AH55;

Related to 2120-AH69

Agency Contact: Blane A Workie 

Acting Assistant General Counsel

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

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1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755-7687

FAX: 202 366-5944

E-Mail: blane.workie@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE15

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Title: Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities: Reasonable Modification

Abstract: This action would continue a rulemaking initiated under RIN 2105-AD54. It would add to the Department ́s ADA

regulations a requirement, parallel to that in other DOT and Department of Justice ADA rules, that regulated entities reasonable

modification policies and practices where necessary to ensure nondiscriminatory transportation services for individuals with

disabilities, except where doing so would fundamentally alter the service.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 27; 49 CFR 37 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 12101 to 12235; 49 USC 322

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jill Laptosky

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4723 

E-Mail: jill.laptosky@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE31

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Title: Reporting Ancillary Airline Passenger Revenues

Abstract: This rulemaking would collect more detailed revenue information regarding airline-imposed fees from those air

carriers meeting the definition of large certificated air carriers. Many air carriers have adopted fees for such services as checked

baggage, carry-on baggage, meals, on-board entertainment, Internet connections, pillows, blankets, early boarding, canceling or

changing reservations, unaccompanied minors, pet transportation, etc. The rulemaking would also change the way the

Department computes mishandled baggage rates from mishandled baggage reports per domestic enplanement to mishandled

bags per checked bags. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (Pub. L. 113-76) transferred the powers and duties,

functions, authorities, and personnel of the Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) to the Office of the

Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology (OST-R) in the Office of the Secretary. This rulemaking replaces RIN 2139-

AA13.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 14 CFR 234; 14 CFR 241 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329; 41708 and 41709

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 2105-AA13

Agency Contact: Robert Monniere

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-5498 

E-Mail: robert.monniere@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE33

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

Awards

Abstract: DOT will adopt OMB's revised government-wide Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit

Requirements for Federal awards to non-Federal entities. These 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: 49 CFR 18; 49 CFR 19 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 2 CFR 200.106

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 12/00/2014 

Additional Information: This rulemaking is considered to be significant under EO 12866 because OMB's final guidance

provides for OMB review of Federal agency regulations and implementation of 2 CFR part 200 unless otherwise excepted by

OMB.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Ellen Shields

Program Analyst

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-4268 

E-Mail: ellen.shields@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE08

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Title: Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE Program Improvements, Phase 2)

Abstract: This NPRM would propose changes to the DBE rule in such areas as application and personal net worth forms,

transit vehicle manufacturers, and certification standards and procedures.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 23; 49 CFR 26 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 47107; 42 USC 2000d; 49 USC 322; EO 12138; 23 USC 324; 49 USC 47107; 49 USC 47113;; 49

USC 1615; 49 USC 47123; 42 USC 2000d et seq; PL 105–178, sec 1101(b),112 stat 107, 113

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Additional Information: SB - Y IC - N SLT - Y This item covers both OST items on the August RRR plan. The rule is expected

to streamline and clarify regulations, which should ease compliance burdens, but there are no current quantified benefits.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: JoAnne Robinson

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-6984 

E-Mail: joanne.robinson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE26

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Title: Revisions to the Transportation Acquisition Regulation

Abstract: This rulemaking would update the Transportation Acquisition Regulation to reflect changes to the Federal Acquisition

Regulation, to reflect organizational changes in the Department, to incorporate recent statutory changes and government

mandates, and to accomplish editorial changes for clarification.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1201 (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

Next Action Undetermined 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jill Laptosky

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4723 

E-Mail: jill.laptosky@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE25

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Title: Miscellaneous Civil Rights Amendments (RRR)

Abstract: This final rule amends the guidance found in both appendix D to part 37 and the appendix to part 38 by removing

obsolete and inconsistent language. Specifically, guidance language found in the appendix to part 38 concerning public address

systems has become outdated. In addition, a final rule published on May 21, 1996, which amended portions of 49 CFR part 37

concerning equivalent facilitation determinations, inadvertently failed to update language found in appendix D to that part.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 37; 49 CFR 38 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 2000d–2000d–6; sec 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 USC 794); 49 USC 322;

42 USC 12101 to 12213

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 04/16/2014 79 FR 21402

Final Rule Effective 04/16/2014 

Additional Information: SB - No; IC - No; SLT - No.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jill Laptosky

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4723 

E-Mail: jill.laptosky@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Office of the Secretary ( OST ) RIN: 2105-AE28

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Title: Organization and Delegation of Powers and Duties

Abstract: The Secretary of Transportation is authorized to delegate functions, powers, and duties as the Secretary deems

appropriate. This rule amends the existing delegations of authority by relocating two delegations to the Inspector General

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currently found in the Department’s regulations on the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 03/21/2014 79 FR 15704

Final Rule Effective 03/21/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2105-AE19

Agency Contact: Claire McKenna

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0365 

E-Mail: claire.mckenna@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK09

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Title: Drug and Alcohol Testing of Certain Maintenance Provider Employees Located Outside of the United States

Abstract: This rulemaking is required by the FAA Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2012. It would require controlled

substance testing of some employees working in repair stations located outside the United States. The intended effect is to

increase participation by companies outside of the United States in testing of employees who perform safety critical functions

and testing standards similar to those used in the repair stations located in the United States. This action is necessary to

increase the level of safety of the flying public.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 145 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 14 CFR; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49

USC 44717

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 02/14/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 03/17/2014 79 FR 14621

ANPRM Comment Period Extended 05/01/2014 79 FR 24631

ANPRM Comment Period End 05/16/2014 

ANPRM Comment Period Extended End 07/17/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Vicky Dunne Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-8522 

E-Mail: vicky.dunne@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK26

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Title: Prohibition of Tail-End Ferry in Part 135 (FAA Reauthorization)

Abstract: This rulemaking would require a flightcrew member who is employed by an air carrier conducting operations under

part 135, and who accepts an additional assignment for flying under part 91 from the air carrier or from any other air carrier

conducting operations under part 121 or 135, to apply the period of the additional assignment toward any limitation applicable to

the flightcrew member relating to duty periods or flight times under part 135. This rulemaking is mandated by section 345(b) of

the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Public Law 112-95 (Feb. 14, 2012).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 119; 14 CFR 135 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1153; 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40102; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC

41706; 49 USC 44105; 49 USC 44106; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC

44903; 49 USC 44904; 49 USC 44906; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 44914; 49 USC 44936; 49 USC 44938; 49 USC 45101 to

45105; 49 USC 46103

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 02/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Dale Roberts Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-5749 

E-Mail: dale.roberts@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AA66

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Title: Airspace Actions

Abstract: This rulemaking would ensure the safe and efficient use of the National Airspace System and accommodate

Department of Defense operations. Rulemaking airspace actions are used to designate, modify, or revoke airways, routes,

terminal airspace, and special use airspace (SUA) within the United States and its territories. The vast majority of airspace

actions are routine and frequent. 10/00/2013--10/00/2014

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 71; 14 CFR 73 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; EO 10854

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Actions Will Continue Through 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Gary Norek Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-9239 

E-Mail: gary.a.norek@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ33

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Title: Air Carrier Contract Maintenance Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would establish requirements for carriers to include specific guidance in their maintenance manuals

to ensure that all outsourced maintenance is performed in accordance with a carrier's own maintenance program.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1153; 49 USC 40101 to 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 41721; 49 USC 44105; 49

USC 44106; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903; 49 USC 44904; 49 USC

44906; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 44914; 49 USC 44936; 49 USC 44938; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46103; 49 USC

46105

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/13/2012 77 FR 67584

NPRM Comment Period End 02/11/2013 

Comment Period Extended 02/12/2013 78 FR 9865

Comment Period Extension End 03/13/2013 

Analyzing Comments 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: This proposed rule would assist the FAA in its oversight responsibilities and ensure consistency

between contract and in-house air carrier maintenance. Over 10 years, the cost to part 121 and part 135 air carriers and the

FAA would be approximately $2.4 million ($1.6 million, present value at 7%). The FAA believes these benefits have value

exceeding the costs.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Debra Catron Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

950 L'Enfant Plaza North, SE, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

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Phone: 202-385-6446 

E-Mail: debra.j.catron@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ38

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Title: Airport Safety Management System

Abstract: This rulemaking would require airport operators to institute a safety management system at their airports. This action

is necessary to improve safety through conformance with best practices in risk management, and promote international

harmonization with ICAO standards. The rule is intended to facilitate integration of formal risk management processes within the

airport ́s day-to-day operations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 139 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44706

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final rule 11/05/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/07/2010 75 FR 62008

NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/10/2010 75 FR 76928

NPRM Comment Period End 01/05/2011 

End of Extended Comment Period 03/07/2011 

Second Extension of Comment Period 03/07/2011 76 FR 12300

End of Second Extended Comment Period 07/05/2011 

Supplemental NPRM 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: Benefits: $143 million/Costs $150-226 million. This information is preliminary and subject to significant

changes in the final rule that will change the cost and benefit calculations.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AJ15

Agency Contact: Michael Brown Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-7653 

E-Mail: michael.w.brown@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ60

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Title: Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS)

Abstract: This rulemaking would adopt specific rules for the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) in the

national airspace system. These changes would address the classification of small unmanned aircraft, certification of their pilots

and visual observers, registration, approval of operations, and operational limits in order to increase the safety and efficiency of

the national airspace system.

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Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701; PL 112-95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 

Pubic Law 112-95, section 332(b) requires issuance of final rule 18

months after integration plan is submitted to Congress. Integration plan

due Feb. 14, 2013. 

08/14/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Additional Information: Total estimated costs are $168.7M PV. Total estimated benefits are 342.8M PV (based on May 4, 2012

reg. eval. draft).

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Lance Nuckolls

Certification and General Aviation Operations

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-8212 

E-Mail: lance.nuckolls@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ89

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Title: Slot Management and Transparency for LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Newark Liberty

International Airport

Abstract: This rulemaking would replace the current temporary orders limiting scheduled operations at LaGuardia Airport

(LGA), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with a more permanent rule

to address the issues of congestion and delay at the New York area ́s three major commercial airports, while also promoting

fair access and competition. The rulemaking would help ensure that congestion and delays are managed by limiting scheduled

and unscheduled operations. The rulemaking would also establish a secondary market for U.S. and foreign air carriers to buy,

sell, trade, and lease slots amongst each other at each of the three airports. This would allow carriers serving or seeking to

serve the New York area airports to exchange slots as their business models and strategic goals require.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101, 40103, and 40105; 49 USC 41712; 15 USC 21

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Additional Information: This rulemaking is associated with an RRR action.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Molly W Smith 

Federal Aviation Administration

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-3344 

E-Mail: molly.w.smith@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ90

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Title: Effective Tether System (Tether Rule) (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would exclude tethered launches from the licensing requirements of 14 CFR chapter III. This

rulemaking is necessary to maintain public safety for these launches by providing launch vehicle operators with clear and simple

criteria for a safe tethered launch. For tethered launches that satisfy the design and operational criteria, the FAA would not

require a license, permit, or waiver. This action is intended to impose no additional requirements on operators, but provides an

alternative to conducting tethered launches.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 400; 14 CFR 401 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/23/2012 77 FR 50956

NPRM Comment Period End 10/22/2012 

Analyzing Comments 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB: Y; IC: N; SLT: N Cost and Benefits: This action will likely result in cost savings for the FAA and

cost savings or minimal impact for launch operators. This action would relieve operators from the process and financial burdens

of applying for waivers, licenses, and permits. It could save the FAA time and resources required to analyze these applications.

The rulemaking would impose no additional requirements on operators, but provides an alternative to conducting the tethered

launch under Chapter III. Tethered launches that use toxic propellants would not be eligible for exclusion. Status: SNPRM in

FAA coordination.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Shirley McBride Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington , DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-7470 

E-Mail: shirley.mcbride@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ94

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Title: Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) (RRR)

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Abstract: This rulemaking would permit operators to use an EFVS in lieu of natural vision to continue descending from 100 feet

in height above runway touchdown zone elevation to the runway and land on certain straight-in instrument approach procedures

under instrument flight rules. This action would also permit certain operators using EFVS-equipped aircraft to dispatch, release,

or takeoff under instrument flight rules (IFR), and to initiate and continue an approach, when the destination airport weather is

below authorized visibility minimums for the runway of intended landing. Pilot training, recent flight experience, and proficiency

would be required for operators who use EFVS in lieu of natural vision to descend below decision altitude, decision height, or

minimum descent altitude. The FAA believes that an EFVS can provide operational and safety benefits during Category II and

Category III approach operations. The rulemaking would enable expanded EFVS operations, which would increase access and

efficiency in low visibility conditions, and potentially result in fewer missed approaches and delayed take-offs.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91 (To search for a specific CFR, visit

the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC

41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC

44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC

45101 to 45105; 49 USC 45102; 49 USC 45103; 49 USC 45301; 49 USC 45302; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC

46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506; 49 USC 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to

47531

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/11/2013 78 FR 34935

NPRM Comment Period Extended 09/06/2013 78 FR 54790

NPRM Comment Period End 09/09/2013 

Comment Period Extended 10/15/2013 

Analyzing Comments 06/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB: N IC: N SLT: N Anticipated costs/benefits: The FAA estimated the costs of the proposed rule over

10 years would be approximately $5.3 million nominal value.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AH78

Agency Contact: Terry King Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

470 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

Phone: 202 385-4588 

FAX: 202 385-4653

E-Mail: terry.king@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK06

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Title: Public Risk Criteria for Launch and Reentry (Risk Rule)

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the requirements to: 1) establish quantitative public risk acceptability criteria that treat

launch and reentry separately; 2) define the scope of launch and reentry missions for the purposes of quantitative risk analyses

(QRA); and 3) apply QRA requirements, including uncertainty analysis, equally to all types of launch and reentry vehicles. These

revisions would update the current requirements, and are consistent with current practices at the Federal ranges.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 417; 14 CFR 431; 14 CFR 435 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 51 USC 50901 to 50923

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Rene Rey

Licensing and Safety Division, Office of Commercial Space

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 385-4805 

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK08

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Title: Flight Simulation Training Device (FSTD) Qualification Standards for Extended Envelope and Adverse Weather Event

Training

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend evaluation qualifications for simulators to ensure the simulators are technically capable

of performing new flight training tasks as identified in the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of

2010 (PL 111-216) and that are included in a separate rulemaking (2120-AJ00). By ensuring the simulators provide an accurate

and realistic simulation, this rulemaking would allow for training on the following tasks: (1) full/aerodynamic stall, and (2) upset

recognition and recovery, as identified in PL 111-216. Furthermore, this rulemaking would improve the minimum FSTD

evaluation requirements for gusting crosswinds (takeoff/landing), engine and airframe icing, and bounced landing recovery

methods in response to NTSB and Aviation Rulemaking Committee recommendations. The intended effect is to ensure an

adequate level of simulator fidelity.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; PL 111-216

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AJ00

Agency Contact: Larry McDonald Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

PO Box 20636, Atlanta, GA 30320

Atlanta , GA 30320 

Phone: 404-474-5620 

E-Mail: larry.e.mcdonald@faa.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK17

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Title: Disclosure of Seat Dimensions to Facilitate Use of Child Safety Seats on Airplanes During Passenger-Carrying

Operations (FAA Reauthorization)

Abstract: This rulemaking would provide greater information to caregivers to help them determine whether a particular child

restraint system will fit in an airplane seat. This rulemaking does not affect existing regulations regarding the use of child

restraint systems on board airplanes, or a passenger under the age of 2 traveling onboard aircraft with or without the use of a

child restraint system.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; PL 112-95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Initiation date 02/14/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/01/2014 79 FR 18212

NPRM Comment Period End 06/30/2014 

Additional Information: The economic impact of this regulation is undetermined at this time.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Catherine Burnett Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-493-5575 

E-Mail: catherine.burnett@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK20

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Title: Changes to Production Certificates and Approvals

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise requirements for certification procedures, and identification of aeronautical products

and articles. This action would allow manufacture of certain airframe components by engine manufacturers; add a requirement

that an accountable person be named for certain production approval holders; and add a minor change to marking

requirements for certain wood propellers. These changes reflect the current global manufacturing environment, thereby

promoting aviation safety. This rulemaking replaces RIN 2120-AK04. This rulemaking was recently designated as non-signficant,

and will not appear on next month ́s report.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC

44704; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 45303

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/27/2014 79 FR 11004

NPRM Comment Period End 05/28/2014 

Analyzing Comments 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: .

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AJ44;

Previously Reported as

2120-AK04

Agency Contact: Priscilla Steward Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

950 L'Enfant Plaza North, SW, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

Phone: 202 385-6367 

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK22

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Title: Prohibition of Tail End Ferry in Part 121 (Reauthorization)

Abstract: This rulemaking would require a flightcrew member who accepts an additional assignment for flying under part 91

from the air carrier or from any other air carrier conducting operations under part 121 or 135 of such title, to apply the period of

the additional assignment toward any limitation applicable to the flightcrew member relating to duty periods or flight times. This

rule is necessary as it will make part 121 flight, duty, and rest limits applicable to tail-end ferries that follow an all-cargo flight.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 119; 14 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Initiation date 08/14/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Dale Roberts Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-5749 

E-Mail: dale.roberts@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK24

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Title: Fuel Tank and System Lightning Protection (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would remove the requirement covering lightning ignition sources for fuel tank ignition prevention. It

would also restate the intention to prevent catastrophic fuel tank vapor ignition due to lightning in the broader fuel system lighting

protection requirements. This action is necessary because of the impracticality of controlling structural lightning ignition sources,

which has resulted in a series of exemptions. This action would be cost-relieving as it would remove the need to comply with a

specific requirement that has provided little or no safety benefits.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: This is a relieving rulemaking project so no significant costs are anticipated. Based on historical

numbers of related exemptions and type certification applications, we estimate that we would not have to process 40

exemptions over the next 20 years. This RIN is related to 2120-ZA06.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Massoud Sadeghi

Aircraft Certification Service

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Avenue SW. , Renton, WA 98055-4056

Renton , WA 98055-4056 

Phone: 425 227-2117 

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK28

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Title: Part 61 and 91 Recommended Rule Changes (Retrospective Regulatory Review)

Abstract: This rulemaking would relieve burdens on pilots seeking to obtain aeronautical experience for certification and

recency by promoting increased use of aviation training devices which have proven an effective, safe, and affordable means of

obtaining pilot experience. The rulemaking also addresses changing technologies by accommodating the use of electronic

logbooks and providing an alternative that permits pilots to train in technologically-advanced airplanes in place of older complex

single engine airplanes. Additionally, the rulemaking broadens the opportunities for military instructors to obtain civilian ratings

based on military experience, expands opportunities for logging pilot time, and removes a burden on sport pilot instructors by

permitting them to serve as safety pilots. Finally, this rulemaking corrects several unintended burdens resulting from a 2009 final

rule and codifies several exemptions.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 141; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC

44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44704; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44712; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC

45102; 49 USC 45103; 49 USC 45301; 49 USC 45302; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49

USC 46506 and 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 49 USC 47508; Article 12 of Convention on ICA; Article 29 of

Convention on ICA

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB: N, IC: N, SLT: N Anticipated Costs/Benefits: The costs and benefits related to this action have not

been determined at this time. However, this is a nonsignificant regulatory action whose benefits will be great enough to

outweigh any costs. Progress Update: FAA is drafting NPRM.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Marcel Bernard Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

55 M St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Washington , DC 20003 

Phone: 202-385-9616 

E-Mail: marcel.bernard@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK29

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Title: Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards Fire Extinguishers and Class B and F Cargo Compartments

Abstract: This rulemaking would harmonize several part 25 fire extinguisher and cargo compartment requirements with those in

the EASA Certification Specifications for Large Aeroplanes (CS-25). It would limit the size of an existing cargo compartment,

add a new defininition for a class of cargo compartments without size limitation, update associated fire extinguisher

requirements, and propose cargo liner and floor panel requirements, and their material testing criteria for the narrow cargo

compartments. This action would benefit manufacturers who would only need to consider one single set of certification

requirements.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: This rulemaking has no cost associated.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mahinder Wahi Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Ave, SW, Renton, WA 98057

Renton , WA 98057 

Phone: 425-227-1262 

E-Mail: mahinder.wahi@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK30

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Title: Requirements for Protection of Fuel Tanks From Flame Propagation Through Fuel Vent Lines

Abstract: This rulemaking would modify the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes to require fuel tank

designs that prevent a fuel tank explosion caused by flame propagation through the vent system from a post-crash ground fire or

from lightning strikes. Preventing a fuel tank explosion following an accident provides additional time for the safe evacuation of

passengers.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 26 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC

44722; 49 USC 46105

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mike Dostert

Federal Aviation Administration

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Avenue SW , Renton, WA 98055-4056

Renton , WA 98055-4056 

Phone: 425-227-2132 

FAX: 425-227-1320

E-Mail: mike.dostert@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK32

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Title: Acceptance Criteria for Portable Oxygen Concentrators Used Onboard Aircraft (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would establish acceptance criteria for portable oxygen concentrators to be used by passengers

onboard aircraft. This rulemaking would apply only to any portable oxygen concentrators not already listed for use onboard

aircraft whose manufacturers wish them to be able to be used onboard aircraft. The use of previously-listed portable oxygen

concentrators would not be affected by this rule. Previously, the FAA would examine each portable oxygen concentrator to

determine its suitability for use onboard aircraft. This rulemaking would relieve burdens for passengers who would no longer be

required to obtain a statement from their physician regarding the use of the portable oxygen concentrator. It would also relieve

burdens for domestic, flag, supplemental, commuter, on-demand, and fractional owner operators that would no longer be

required to specifically have their flightcrew members notified of the use of such portable oxygen concentrators onboard aircraft.

Finally, it would relieve burdens for portable oxygen concentrator manufacturers who would no longer be required to have their

portable oxygen concentrators specifically considered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration and the

FAA before those portable oxygen concentrators could be permitted to be used onboard aircraft.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 11; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 91 (To search for a specific CFR, visit

the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(f); 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC

40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44110; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44502; 49

USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC

44722; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46102; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC

46504; 49 USC 46506; 49 USC 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 61 Stat 1180 - Articles 12 and

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Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB: N; IC: Y; SLT: N Costs/benefits: This rule relieves regulatory burdens for manufacturers of POCs

and passengers who use these devices while traveling. It also reduces burdens for part 119 certificate holders conducting

operations under parts 121, 125, and 135. Progress: This rule is being developed by FAA.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Denise K Deaderick 

Air Transportation Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-8166 

E-Mail: dk.deaderick@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK34

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Title: Flammability Requirements for Transport Category Airplanes (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations on compartment interior fire protection to eliminate unnecessary

testing, improve safety in inaccessible areas, and present the requirements as performance standards on the basis of threat.

These changes are necessary as the current requirements result in unnecessary testing, are lacking in the areas most

vulnerable to in-flight fire, and lack standardization. These changes will improve safety and reduce costs.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB:N, IC: N, SLT: N This RIN is related to 2120-ZA04.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jeff Gardlin

Federal Aviation Administration

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Avenue SW , Renton, WA 98055-4056

Renton , WA 98055-4056 

Phone: 425-227-2136 

E-Mail: jeff.gardlin@faa.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK37

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Title: Aircraft Registration and Airmen Certification Fees

Abstract: This rulemaking would establish fees for airman certificates, medical certificates, and provision by the FAA of a legal

opinion pertaining to aircraft registration or recordation. This rulemaking also would revise existing fees for aircraft registration,

recording of security interests in aircraft or aircraft parts, and replacement of an airman certificate. This rulemaking addresses

provisions of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. This rulemaking is intended to recover the estimated costs of the

various services and activities for which fees would be established or revised.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 187; 14 CFR 47; 14 CFR 49; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 67 (To search for a specific

CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 31 USC 9701; 4 UST 1830; 49 USC 106(f); 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 106(l)(6); 49 USC 40104; 49 USC

40105; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40114; 49 USC 44101 to 44108; 49 USC 44110 to 44113; 49 USC 44701 to

44704; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 45102; 49 USC 45103; 49 USC 45301; 49 USC

45302; 49 USC 45305; 49 USC 46104; 49 USC 46301; PL 108-297, 118 Stat 1095

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mary Lu Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-7965 

E-Mail: mary.lu@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK39

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Title: Use of the New York North Shore Helicopter Route

Abstract: This rulemaking would delete the expiration date and make permanent the requirement to use the New York North

Shore Helicopter Route. The current rule requiring use of the route expires on August 6, 2014. This rulemaking would protect

and enhance public welfare by making the current rule permanent, thereby continuing to reduce helicopter overflights and

attendant noise disturbance over nearby communities.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC

44514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 46301

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AJ75

Agency Contact: David Maddox Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Indpendence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-7414 

E-Mail: david.maddox@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK44

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Title: Part 440 Waiver of Claims (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would extend the waiver of claims for all the customers involved in a launch or reentry, amend the

requirement describing which entities are required to sign the statutorily-mandated waiver of claims, and add a new waiver

template for the customer ́s use. This rulemaking would ease the administrative burden on the customers, licensees, permittees,

and the FAA, especially when a new customer is added only a short time before the scheduled launch or reentry.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 440 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 51 USC 50914

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Shirley McBride Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington , DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-7470 

E-Mail: shirley.mcbride@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK45

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Title: Limited Private-Pilot Privileges for Pilots Who Do Not Currently Hold an FAA Airman Medical Certificate (Private-Pilot

Privileges Without a Medical)

Abstract: This rulemaking would allow certain operations for individuals exercising private-pilot privileges without holding a

current FAA airman medical certificate. The intended effect of this action is to provide relief from having to obtain a medical

certificate for pilots engaged in low-risk flying, such as private pilots operating small, general aviation aircrafts.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(f); 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 45102; 49

USC 45103; 49 USC 45301; 49 USC 45302

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AE71;

Related to 2120-

AH19;Related to 2120-AI91

Agency Contact: Judi Citrenbaum

Office of Aerospace Medicine

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202 267-9689 

E-Mail: judi.m.citrenbaum@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AA63

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Title: Instrument Flight Rules

Abstract: This is a nonsignificant body of regulations that prescribes altitudes governing the operation of aircraft under

Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) on Air Traffic System (ATS) routes or other direct routes that have a designated Minimum Enroute

Altitude (MEA). In addition, it designates mountainous areas and changeover points as they relate to route altitudes. These

regulations are an established body of technical requirements that are issued routinely and frequently to maintain operational

efficiency. Total actions expected-270. 10/00/2013--10/00/2014.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 95 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 44721; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC

40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40114

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Actions Will Continue Through 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Gary Powell Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

470 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

Phone: 202-385-4589 

E-Mail: gary.l.powell@faa.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AA64

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Title: Airworthiness Directives

Abstract: This rule would provide for the issuance of Airworthiness Directives (ADs) as needed to address any unsafe

condition in a type-certificated product, if that unsafe condition is likely to exist or develop in products of the same type design.

ADs are legally enforceable rules that apply to the following type-certificated products: aircraft, aircraft engines, propellers, and

appliances. Part 39 of CFR title 14 requires each operator of a product affected by an AD to comply with the terms of the AD, to

continue to operate that product. The AD may mandate operational limitations, maintenance, or alterations for the affected

product. The vast majority of routine and frequent ADs are nonsignificant. Total actions expected--550. 10/00/2013--10/00/2014.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 39 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Actions Will Continue Through 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: David Hempe

Aircraft Certification Service

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-3394 

E-Mail: david.hempe@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AA65

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Title: Standard Instrument Approach Procedures

Abstract: This rule would provide for instrument descent to airports in the United States. Standard Instrument Approach

Procedures (SIAPs) are a nonsignificant body of regulations that are complex and technical in nature, and require routine and

frequent rulemaking to maintain efficiency. The FAA issues, revises, and cancels SIAPs by adopting amendments that are

incorporated into 14 CFR part 97. Contemporaneously with publication in the Federal Register, the SIAPs are made available to

the Aeronautical Charting and Cartography Office in the FAA and other publishers of aeronautical charts, where they are

published as approach procedure charts or approach plates. These charts are made available to the members of the aviation

community for use by pilots in making instrument approaches. Total actions expected--3300. 10/00/2013--10/00/2014.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 97 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49

USC 44701; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 44721 to 44722; 49 USC 106(g)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Actions Will Continue Through 10/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Gary Powell Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

470 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

Phone: 202-385-4589 

E-Mail: gary.l.powell@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ34

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Title: Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards applicable to certain transport category airplanes

certificated for flight in icing conditions, and the icing airworthiness standards applicable to certain aircraft engines. The

rulemaking would improve safety by addressing supercooled large drop icing conditions for transport category airplanes most

affected by supercooled large drop icing conditions, mixed phase and ice crystal conditions for all transport category airplanes,

and supercooled large drop, mixed phase, and ice crystal icing conditions for all turbine engines. This rulemaking is the result of

information gathered from a review of icing accidents and incidents.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 23; 14 CFR 25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44704

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 11/29/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/29/2010 75 FR 37311

Comment Period Extended 08/16/2010 75 FR 49865

NPRM Comment Period End 08/30/2010 

End of Extended Comment Period 09/29/2010 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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.

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Robert Hettman

ANM-112, Transport Airplane Directorate

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057

Renton , WA 98057 

Phone: 425-227-2683 

E-Mail: robert.hettman@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ42

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Title: Student Pilot Application Requirements (Formerly Photo Requirements for Pilot Certificates)

Abstract: This rulemaking would require digital photos on all pilot certificates. This action is necessary to update regulations

about pilot plastic certificates. The intended effect of this action is to meet all requirements of the Intelligence Reform and

Terrorism Prevention Act. Since the close of the comment period, FAA reauthorization was passed. Section 321 of Public Law

112-95 imposes additional requirements for the issuance of improved pilot certificates. The FAA is currently evaluating this

rulemaking in light of these requirements.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 45301; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to

44711; 49 USC 45102; 49 USC 45103; 49 USC 45302; PL 108-458, secs 4012 and 4022

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 06/17/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/19/2010 75 FR 70871

NPRM Comment Period End 02/17/2011 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Bradley Palmer Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington , DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-385-9617 

E-Mail: bradley.palmer@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ58

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Title: Flight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements; Supplemental Regulatory Impact Analysis

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to correct an error in the final regulatory evaluation used to support a January 4, 2012

final rule. FAA will seek comments on a draft supplemental regulatory evaluation before issuing a final correction. The rule

amended existing flight, duty, and rest regulations applicable to certificate holders conducting passenger-carrying operations

and their flightcrew members operating under 14 CFR part 121. The rule eliminated distinctions between domestic, flag, and

supplemental operations. Also, the rule provided different requirements based on the time of day, whether an individual is

acclimated to a new time zone, and the likelihood of being able to sleep under different circumstances. This rule improved

aviation safety by providing applicable persons with the opportunity for sufficient rest.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 117 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44710; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49

USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 45101; 49 USC 45102; 49 USC 45103; 49 USC 45104;

49 USC 45105; 49 USC 46105

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 08/01/2011 

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/14/2010 75 FR 55852

NPRM Comment Period End 11/15/2010 

Final Rule 01/04/2012 77 FR 330

Correction 05/16/2012 77 FR 28763

Notice of Availability of Initial Supplemental Regulatory Impact 12/12/2012 77 FR 73911

Correction 02/06/2013 78 FR 8361

Comment Period End 02/11/2013 

Correction 02/15/2013 78 FR 11090

Clarification 03/05/2013 78 FR 14166

Final Rule Effective 01/04/2014 

Final Supplemental Regulatory Impact Analysis 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AF63;

Related to 2120-AI93

Agency Contact: Dale Roberts Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-5749 

E-Mail: dale.roberts@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ61

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Title: Repair Stations

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the FAA’s repair station regulations to allow the FAA to deny an application for a new

repair station certificate if the applicant or certain associated key individuals had materially contributed to the circumstances that

caused a previous repair station certificate revocation action. The rulemaking modifies the regulation to state that certificate

surrender is not complete until the FAA accepts the certificate for surrender. The rulemaking also adds a new section prohibiting

fraudulent or intentionally false entries or omissions of material facts in any application, record, or report made under the repair

station rules, and provides that making the fraudulent or intentionally false entry or omitting or concealing the material fact is

grounds for suspending or revoking any certificate, approval, or authorization issued by the FAA to the person who made or

caused the entry or omission. Additionally, the rulemaking adopts several administrative changes to clarify the intent of the

current rule and correct minor errors.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 145 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44707; 49

USC 44709; 49 USC 44717

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final rule 03/19/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/21/2012 77 FR 30054

NPRM Comment Period Extended 08/17/2012 77 FR 49740

Comment Period End 08/20/2012 

Comment Period Extended 11/19/2012 

Final Rule 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: FAA estimates this action to be minimal costs.

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: John J Goodwin Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

950 L'Enfant Plaza North, SW, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

Phone: 202 385-6417 

E-Mail: john.j.goodwin@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ86

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Title: Safety Management Systems for Part 121 Certificate Holders

Abstract: This rulemaking would require each certificate holder operating under 14 CFR part 121 to develop and implement a

safety management system (SMS) to improve the safety of its aviation related activities. A safety management system is a

comprehensive, process-oriented approach to managing safety throughout an organization. An SMS includes an organizationwide safety policy; formal methods for identifying hazards, controlling, and continually assessing risk and safety performance;

and promotion of a safety culture. SMS stresses not only compliance with technical standards but increased emphasis on the

overall safety performance of the organization. This rulemaking is required under Public Law 111-216, section 215.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 5 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC

46105; PL 111-216, sec. 215

Legal Deadline: Congress passed Public Law 111-216 that instructs FAA to conduct a rulemaking to require all part 121 air

carriers to implement a Safety Management System (SMS). This Act further states that the FAA shall consider at a minimum

each of the following as part of the SMS rulemaking: (1) An Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP); (2) a Flight Operations

Quality Assurance Program (FOQA); (3) a Line Operations Safety Audit (LOSA); and (4) an Advance Qualifications Program.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 10/29/2010 

Other Statutory Final Rule 07/30/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/05/2010 75 FR 68224

NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/31/2011 76 FR 5296

NPRM Comment Period End 02/03/2011 

Comment Period Extended 03/07/2011 

Final Rule 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Split From 2120-AJ15

Agency Contact: Scott VanBuren Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-494-8417 

E-Mail: scott.vanburen@faa.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK12

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Title: Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards-Gust and Maneuver Load Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the manufacturing design requirements for transport category aircraft; specifically, the

design criteria for calculating gust and maneuver loads, as well as engine failure loads. The revisions would allow for the

determination of the appropriate gust loads during the design phase of the aircraft to account for the effects of new flight control

systems, and the increased weights and sizes of modern aircraft and engines. These requirements would be consistent with

current requirements already imposed on manufacturers seeking aircraft certification through EASA. These revisions are further

supported by FAA ́s Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee, which was tasked with reviewing and suggesting areas to

eliminate differences between EASA and FAA transport category aircraft certification standards. Thus, this rulemaking would

benefit manufacturers who would only need to consider one single set of certification requirements in designing transport

category aircraft.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/28/2013 78 FR 31851

Correction 06/24/2013 78 FR 37722

Correction 07/15/2013 78 FR 42480

NPRM Comment Period End 08/26/2013 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: No costs are associated with this action because all manufacturers of transport category airplanes,

certified under part 25, are expected to continue their current practice of compliances under both part 25 and EASA's CS-25.

Since this rule simply adopts the same requirements as CS-25, FAA estimates that manufacturers would not incur additional

costs resulting from this action. They may receive cost savings because they will not have to build and certificate transport

category airplanes to two different certification standards.

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Todd Martin Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Ave., SW, Renton, WA 98057

Renton , WA 98057 

Phone: 425-227-1178 

FAX: 425-227-1232

E-Mail: todd.martin@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK13

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Title: Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards--Miscellaneous Structures Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would harmonize regulatory differences between the airworthiness standards of the FAA and

European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) by revising the structural test requirements necessary when analysis has not been

found reliable; clarifying the quality control, inspection, and testing requirements for critical and non-critical castings; adding

control system requirements that consider structural deflection and vibration loads; expanding the fuel tank structural and

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system requirements regarding emergency landing conditions and landing gear failure conditions; adding a requirement that

engine mount failure due to overload must not cause hazardous fuel spillage; and revising the inertial forces requirements for

cargo compartments by removing the exclusion of compartments located below or forward of all occupants in the airplane. This

action is based on recommendations from the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC). The intended effect is for

future certificated transport airplanes to meet one single set of requirements.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 14 USC 106(g); 14 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/01/2013 78 FR 13835

NPRM Comment Period End 05/30/2013 

Final Action 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: No costs are associated with this proposed rule because all manufacturers of transport category

airplanes, certified under part 25, are expected to continue their current practice of compliance under both part 25 and EASA's

CS-25. Since this rule simply adopts the same requirements as CS-25, the FAA estimates that manufacturers would not incur

additional costs resulting from this rule. They may, in fact, receive cost-savings because they will not have to build and

certificate transport category airplanes to two different authorities' certification specifications, paperwork requirements, and rules.

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Todd Martin Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Ave., SW, Renton, WA 98057

Renton , WA 98057 

Phone: 425-227-1178 

FAX: 425-227-1232

E-Mail: todd.martin@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK40

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Title: Elimination of the Air Traffic Control Tower Operator Certificate for Controllers Who Hold a Federal Aviation

Administration Credential With a Tower Rating (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would eliminate the requirement for air traffic control tower operators to hold a Control Tower

Operator (CTO) certificate if the individual holds an FAA Credential with a tower rating issued by the Administrator. The FAA

currently issues the CTO and the Credential with a tower rating to qualified FAA controllers who work in FAA towers. The

requirements of this Credentialing program encompass the underlying qualifications of the CTO certificate. The intended effect

of this action is to reduce the FAA ́s requirement of administering overlapping programs.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 65 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC

45102; 49 USC 45103; 49 USC 45301; 49 USC 45302

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

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Additional Information: Cost-savings to be determined.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Michelle Cappelle Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington , DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-493-5253 

FAX: 202-267-9133

E-Mail: michelle.cappelle@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK43

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Title: Part 13 Amendment

Abstract: This rulemaking would provide the opportunity for an informal conference with an FAA attorney before an order is

issued under section 13.20. This change is necessary to provide additional fairness and process to those persons who would be

subject to such an order, and would be consistent with other enforcement actions. These conferences may result in a resolution

of the matter, thereby conserving resources for respondents and the FAA.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 13 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 18 USC 6002; 28 USC 2461; 49 CFR 1.47; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40114; 49 USC 46101

to 46111; 49 USC 46301; 49 USC 46302; 49 USC 46304 to 46316; 49 USC 46318; 49 USC 46501; 49 USC 46502; 49 USC

46504 to 46507; 49 USC 47106; 49 USC 47107; 49 USC 47111; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47306; 49 USC 47531; 49 USC

47532; 49 USC 5121 to 5128

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Ed Averman Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-3147 

E-Mail: ed.averman@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ87

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Title: Flight Crewmember Mentoring, Leadership and Professional Development (HR 5900)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations for air carrier training programs under part 121. The action is

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necessary to ensure that air carriers establish or modify training programs that address mentoring, leadership, and professional

development of flight crewmembers in part 121 operations. The amendments are intended to contribute significantly to airline

safety by reducing aviation accidents and respond to the mandate in Public Law 111-216.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701(a)(5); PL 111-216, sec 206

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 07/29/2011 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AJ00

Agency Contact: Deke Abbott Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-8266 

E-Mail: deke.abbott@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ95

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Title: Part 121 Exiting Icing

Abstract: This rulemaking would establish the standards for when flightcrews need to take action to exit icing conditions. If

adopted, this rulemaking would apply to aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight of less than 60,000 pounds. This rulemaking is

based on recommendations from an Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC) working group after reviewing certain

accidents and incidents. The intended affect of this action is to avoid similar accidents and incidents in the future. This

rulemaking replaces RIN 2120-AJ74, for which an NPRM had originally been scheduled for 11/02/2011. This rulemaking has

expanded the scope of RIN 2120-AJ74 to include requirements for design approval holders.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44710; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49

USC 44722; 49 USC 46105

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

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Agency Contact: Robert Hettman

ANM-112, Transport Airplane Directorate

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057

Renton , WA 98057 

Phone: 425-227-2683 

E-Mail: robert.hettman@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ99

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Title: System Safety Assessment

Abstract: This rulemaking would standardize regulations and guidance for conducting airplane-level safety assessments of

various critical systems installed on transport category airplanes. Current differences happened over time as system safety rules

and policies were developed independently. This rulemaking would adopt Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee

recommendations and harmonize with the European Aviation Safety Agency CS-25.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 35 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Linh Le Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Ave., SW, Renton, WA 98057

Renton , WA 98057 

Phone: 425-227-1105 

E-Mail: linh.le@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK31

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Title: Pilot Records Database (HR 5900)

Abstract: This rulemaking would implement a Pilot Records Database as required by Public Law 111-216 (Aug. 1, 2010).

Section 203 amends the Pilot Records Improvement Act (PRIA) by requiring the FAA to create a pilot records database that

contains various types of pilot records. These records would be provided by the FAA, air carriers, and other persons who

employ pilots. The FAA must maintain these records until it receives notice that a pilot is deceased. Air carriers would use this

database to perform a record check on a pilot prior to making a hiring decision.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 14 CFR 118; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 91 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC

41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC

44722; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC

46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2015 

Additional Information: Costs and benefits are not yet determined.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Bryan Brown Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

6424 S. Denning Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73169

Oklahoma City , OK 73169 

Phone: 405-954-4513 

E-Mail: bryan.w.brown@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ17

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Title: Prohibition on Personal Use of Electronic Devices on the Flight Deck (Personal Use of PEDs)

Abstract: This rulemaking will prohibit flight crewmembers in part 121 operations from using a wireless communications device

or laptop computer for personal use while at their duty station while the aircraft is being operated. This rulemaking will also

clarify that this prohibition does not apply to the use of wireless communications devices for a purpose directly related to

operation of the aircraft. The action is necessary to mitigate distractions in the cockpit, increase situational awareness, and

reinforce sterile cockpit procedures, as recommended by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Additionally, this

action is necessary to conform with the requirements of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (Pub. L. 112-95, sec.

307).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC

46105

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 11/16/2012 

Other Statutory Final Rule 02/14/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/15/2013 78 FR 2912

NPRM Comment Period End 03/18/2013 

Final Rule 02/12/2014 79 FR 8257

Final Rule Effective 04/14/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Nancy L Claussen 

Federal Aviation Administration

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-8166 

E-Mail: nancy.claussen@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ53

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Title: Air Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments

Abstract: This rulemaking would change equipment and operating requirements for commercial helicopter operations, including

many specifically for helicopter air ambulance operations. This rulemaking is necessary to increase crew, passenger, and patient

safety. The intended effect is to implement National Transportation Safety Board, Aviation Rulemaking Committee, and internal

FAA recommendations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 120 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40101 to 40103; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 41721; 49

USC 44101; 49 USC 44106; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506;

49 USC 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 49 USC 44701

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 49 U.S.C. 44730(b), as enacted under Public Law 112-95, section

306(b) (Feb. 14, 2012) 06/01/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/12/2010 75 FR 62640

NPRM Comment Period End 01/10/2011 

Final Rule 02/21/2014 79 FR 9932

Final Action Effective 04/22/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Andy Pierce Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-8238 

E-Mail: andy.pierce@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AJ96

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Title: Stage 3 Helicopter Noise Certification Standards

Abstract: This rulemaking would adopt noise standards for helicopters. This noise standard would ensure that the latest

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available noise reduction technology is incorporated into new helicopter designs. The noise standard would apply to any

applicant seeking to noise certify a new helicopter type design on and after the effective date of the final rule. It is intended to

provide uniform noise certification standards for Stage 3 helicopters certificated in the U.S. and for helicopters that meet the

ICAO Annex 16 Helicopter Chapter 8 and Chapter 11 noise standards adopted on June 29, 2001.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 36 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 45303

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final rule 03/19/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/18/2012 77 FR 57524

NPRM Comment Period End 11/19/2012 

Final Rule 03/04/2014 79 FR 12040

Correction Effective Date 04/14/2014 

Correction 04/14/2014 79 FR 20769

Final Rule Effective Date 05/05/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Sandy Liu

Office of Environment and Energy

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202 493-4864 

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK11

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Title: Minimum Altitudes for Use of Autopilots (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking will modify the way pilots operate an aircraft ́s autopilot capabilities during flight. This action is

necessary because evolving aircraft technologies have outpaced current FAA ́s operational guidance for use of autopilots. The

intended effect of this rulemaking is to allow movement of aircraft in safer and more efficient flight patterns, resulting in operator

efficiency, while smoothly incorporating ever-increasing related technological changes.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC

44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44710; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49

USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46105

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/04/2012 77 FR 71735

NPRM Comment Period End 02/04/2013 

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Final Rule 02/03/2014 79 FR 6082 

Final Rule Effective 04/04/2014 

Additional Information: SB: N, IC: N, SLT: N Anticipated costs/benefits: This rulemaking would allow operators the option to

operate as they currently do, or pursue the proposed lower minimum use heights based on their aircraft certification. Status: This

rule is effective April 4, 2014.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AE15;

Related to 2120-AF19

Agency Contact: Kel Christianson Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

470 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

Phone: 202-385-4702 

E-Mail: kel.christianson@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK27

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Title: Flight Data Recorder Airplane Parameter Specification Omission and Correction

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the operating regulations for flight data recorders by correcting errors in recording rates

in three different appendices. These errors create requirements that could not be met by certain aircraft without extensive

modification, which was not intended when the requirements were adopted. The corrected recording rates mirror what was

discussed in the preamble to the final rule when the applicable flight data recorder parameter requirements were adopted;

however, the requirements were accidentally omitted from the current publication of the regulatory text.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 91 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC

41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to

44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC

46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC

47528 to 47531; 61 STAT 1180

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 07/03/2013 78 FR 39968

Comment Period End 08/02/2013 

Final Rule Effective 09/03/2013 

Disposition of Comments 01/13/2014 79 FR 2088

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Chris Parfitt Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

950 L'Enfant Plaza North, SW, Washington, DC 20024

Washington , DC 20024 

Phone: 202-385-6398 

E-Mail: chris.parfitt@faa.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK35

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Title: SFAR 106 Amendment to Add Chart Sequal Technologys eQuinox and Vbox Trooper Portable Oxygen System (POC)

(Use of Additional Portable Oxygen Concentrator Devices on Board Aircraft)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend SFAR 106 to allow the addition of two new models of Portable Oxygen Concentrators

(POCs). This amendment, combined with the approval of aircraft operators, is necessary to properly add these new POC

models to the existing list of POC options, and to expand the number of options available for the traveling public in need of

oxygen therapy.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC sec 44701

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 02/03/2014 79 FR 6078

Final Rule Effective 02/18/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AK18;

Related to 2120-AK32

Agency Contact: Denise K Deaderick 

Air Transportation Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

Phone: 202-267-8166 

E-Mail: dk.deaderick@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK36

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Title: Requirements for Chemical Oxygen Generators Installed on Transport Category Airplanes (Chemical Oxygen Standards)

Abstract: This rulemaking would introduce type certification requirements for chemical oxygen generator (COG) installations

installed on transport category airplanes. This action is necessary to address potential security vulnerabilities with COGs and

provide performance-based options for acceptable installations. The intended effect would increase the level of security and

safety for future transport airplane designs. The NPRM for this rulemaking was originally issued under RIN 2120-AK14. That RIN

was inadvertently closed as a completed action for a rulemaking that was originally initiated under RIN 2120-AK21. RIN 2120-

AK14 will continue under this new RIN.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final 07/11/2014 

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/09/2013 78 FR 1765

NPRM Comment Period End 03/11/2013 

Final Rule 03/11/2014 79 FR 13515

Final Rule Effective Date 05/12/2014 

Additional Information: This action would impose minimal costs because it only applies to new type certificated airplanes,

which would allow the manufacturer the maximum flexibility in designing the most cost-effective emerging oxygen system.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 2120-AK14

Agency Contact: Jeff Gardlin

Federal Aviation Administration

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

1601 Lind Avenue SW , Renton, WA 98055-4056

Renton , WA 98055-4056 

Phone: 425-227-2136 

E-Mail: jeff.gardlin@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) RIN: 2120-AK42

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Title: Extension of Prohibition Against Certain Flights Within the Tripoli (HILL) Flight Information Region (FIR) (Libya SFAR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would extend the expiration date (March 21, 2014) of SFAR 112 for two years from the current

expiration date. This action is necessary to provide additional required time to evaluate the extent of instability and violence in

Libya. The intended effect of this action is to prevent U.S. operators from operating in a potentially unsafe environment while the

FAA determines what amendments to the SFAR (if any) would be appropriate, given current conditions in Libya. On March 21,

2014, this rulemaking was inadvertently published in the Federal Register under RIN 2120-AJ93 [79 FR 15679].

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC

44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC

44722; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506; 49 USC 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49

USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 49 USC 47534

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 03/21/2014 79 FR 15679

Final Rule Amendment 2 to section 91.1603 Effective Date 03/21/2014 

Final Rule; Extension of Expiration Date; Correction 04/08/2014 79 FR 19288

Final Rule Amendment 3 to section 91.1603 Effective Date 03/20/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2120-AI46

Agency Contact: Will Gonzalez Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW C-48, Washington, DC 20591

Washington , DC 20591 

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Phone: 202-267-4080 

E-Mail: will.gonzalez@faa.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF49

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Title: National Goals and Performance Management Measures (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would create national performance management measures and standards to be used by the States

to meet the national transportation goals identified in Section 1203 of MAP-21. This rulemaking would also establish the process

to be used by States to set performance targets that reflect their performance measures. The FHWA anticipates publishing up to

three separate rulemakings to address the different areas covered by this section. This rulemaking, the first, will cover safety.

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: 23 USC 150

Legal Deadline: Section 1203 of MAP-21 requires the Secretary to promulgate a rulemaking within 18 months after the date of

enactment.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 04/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/11/2014 79 FR 13846

NPRM Comment Period End 06/09/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Francine Shaw-Whitson Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8028 

E-Mail: Francine.Shaw-whitson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF52

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Title: Statewide and Nonmetropolitan Transportation Planning; Metropolitan Transportation Planning (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose amendments to the regulation 23 CFR part 450 and 49 CFR part 613 under which

the FHWA and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) respectively administer the Metropolitan Transportation Planning

program authorized by 23 USC 134 and 49 USC section 5303 and the Statewide Non-Metropolitan Transportation Planning

program authorized by 23 USC 135 and 49 USC 5304. Sections 1201 and 1202 of MAP-21 replace 23 USC 134 and 135, to

require a continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated transportation planning and programming process in metropolitan areas,

nonmetropolitan areas, and Statewide.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 450; 23 CFR 500; 49 CFR 613 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1201, 1202, 1310, and 1320, PL 112-141

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Harlan Miller Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0847 

E-Mail: Harlan.Miller@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF53

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Title: National Goals and Performance Management Measures (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would create national performance management measures and standards to be used by the States

to meet the national transportation goals identified in section 1203 of MAP-21. This rulemaking would also establish the process

to be used by States to set performance targets that reflect their performance measures. The FHWA anticipates issuing up to

three rulemakings in this area. This rulemaking, number two, will cover the bridges and pavement.

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: sec 1203 PL 112-141; 49 CFR 1.85.

Legal Deadline: Section 1203 of MAP-21 requires the Secretary to promulgate a rulemaking within 18 months after the date of

enactment.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 04/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Francine Shaw-Whitson Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8028 

E-Mail: Francine.Shaw-whitson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF54

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Title: National Goals and Performance Management Measures (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would create national performance management measures and standards to be used by the States

to meet the national transportation goals identified in section 1203 of MAP-21. This rulemaking would also establish the process

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to be used by States to set performance targets that reflect their performance measures. The FHWA anticipates issuing up to

three rulemakings in this area. This rulemaking covers Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) and Freight issues.

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: sec 1203, PL 112-141; 49 FR 1.85.

Legal Deadline: Section 1203 of MAP-21 requires the Secretary to promulgate a rulemaking within 18 months after the date of

enactment.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 04/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Francine Shaw-Whitson Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8028 

E-Mail: Francine.Shaw-whitson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF55

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Title: National Bridge Inspection Standards (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would update 23 CFR part 650, subpart C, National Bridge Inspection Standards, to incorporate

changes made by section 1111 of MAP-21. This rulemaking would also update this subpart to provide clarification of the

requirements related to complex structures, critical findings, and inspection intervals.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 650 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1111, PL 112-141; 49 CFR 1.85

Legal Deadline: MAP-21 requires the Secretary of Transportation to update inspection standards not later than 3 years after

the date of enactment.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/01/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Gary Moss Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4654 

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E-Mail: Gary.Moss@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF56

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Title: Highway Safety Improvement Program (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would update 23 CFR 924 to incorporate changes made by MAP-21. Specifically, MAP-21 removed

the requirement for States to prepare a Transparency Report, removed the High Risk Rural Roads set-aside, and removed the

10% flexibility provision for States to use safety funding in accordance with 23 U.S.C. 148(e). MAP-21 also adds data system

and improvement requirements, State Strategic Highway Safety Plan update requirements, special rules, and State performance

targets.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 924 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1112, PL 112-141; 49 CFR 1.85.

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/28/2014 79 FR 17464

NPRM Comment Period End 05/27/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Karen Scurry Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

840 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 202, West Trenton, NJ 08628

West Trenton , NJ 08628 

Phone: 609-637-4207 

E-Mail: Karen.Scurry@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF57

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Title: Asset Management Plan (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a process for the development of a State risk-based asset management plan in

accordance with section 1106 of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21). This rulemaking would define

a process for developing asset management plans that lead to a strategic program of projects that would make progress toward

achievement of the States ́ targets for asset condition and performance of the National Highway System in accordance with 23

U.S.C. 150(d), and support the progress toward the achievement of the national goals identified in 23 U.S.C. 150(b). This

rulemaking would also define the minimum standards for States to use in developing and operating highway bridge and

pavement management systems required under 23 U.S.C. 150(c)(3)(A)(i).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 515 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1106 of MAP-21, 23 USC 150

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 04/01/2014 

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Stephen Gaj Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1336 

E-Mail: Stephen.Gaj@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF61

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Title: Construction Manager, General Contractor (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would update FHWA regulations to reflect the statutory language in section 1303 of MAP-21 allowing

two-phase contracting to a construction manager or general contractor for preconstruction and construction services.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant 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: sec 1303 PL 112-141 (126 Stat 405)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Gerald Yakowenko Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1562 

E-Mail: gerald.yakowenko@fhwa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF62

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Title: Acquisition of Right-of-Way (RRR; MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would update 23 CFR 710 to conform with MAP-21 and make some additional changes to

streamline and clarify 23 CFR 710. Section 1302 of MAP-21 amends 23 U.S.C. 108 to provide States with new flexibility for

reimbursements of costs of State-funded acquisitions of interests in real property incurred before completion of the NEPA

environmental review process for the entire project. MAP-21 also allows the Secretary to authorize a State to use Federal funds

for early acquisition of a real property interest if certain conditions are met, including completion of the NEPA environmental

review process for the acquisition only.

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Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 710 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1302 PL 112-141 (126 Stat 405)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Arnold Feldman Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2028 

E-Mail: Arnold.Feldman@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF63

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Title: Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would implement section 1113(b)(6) of MAP-21. That section requires priority use of Congestion

Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program funds in areas that are designated nonattainment or maintenance for

fine particulate matter (PM 2.5) National Ambient Air Quality Standards under the Clean Air Act. That section did not specify the

values to be applied to determine the weighted population. This rulemaking would establish the appropriate weighting factor for

determining the weighted population of a PM 2.5 nonattainment area.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 790 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 23 USC 149; 49 CFR 1.85

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Cecilia Ho Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-9862 

E-Mail: Cecilia.Ho@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF24

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Title: National Tunnel Inspection Standards (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise 23 CFR part 650--Bridges, Structures, and Hydraulics, by adding the National Tunnel

Inspection Standards (NTIS) under subpart E. We anticipate that the NTIS may be modeled after the existing National Bridge

Inspection Standards and may include requirements for, among other things, inspection procedures, the qualifications and

training of inspectors, and a National Tunnel Inventory. The FHWA has changed the stage from a final rule to a SNPRM

because MAP-21 broadened FHWA ́s authority to include all highway tunnels. In addition, it made a number of changes to the

NBIS, upon which this rulemaking is based. In order to conform the two processes and to reassess the cost benefit analysis of

this rulemaking, a supplemental NPRM is being pursued.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 650 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Sec 1111, MAP-21 (PL 112-141); 23 USC 116; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory sec 1111, MAP-21 (Pub. L. 112-141) 10/01/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 11/18/2008 73 FR 68365

ANPRM Comment Period End 02/17/2009 

NPRM 07/22/2010 75 FR 42643

NPRM Comment Period End 09/20/2010 

Supplemental NPRM 07/30/2013 78 FR 46118

Second NPRM Comment Period End 09/30/2013 78 FR 46118

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jesus Rohena Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-4593 

E-Mail: jesus.rohena@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF44

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Title: Administration of Engineering and Design Related Service Contracts (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise and update regulations governing the procurement, management, and administration of

engineering- and design-related services directly related to a highway construction project and reimbursed with Federal-aid

highway program funding. To comply with statutory amendments, this rulemaking would remove all references to alternative or

equivalent procedures contained in the existing regulations. This rulemaking proposes to revise existing small purchase

procurement procedures to reflect an increase in the Federal threshold. This rulemaking would also address certain findings and

recommendations contained in a 2008 Government Accountability Office regarding increased State DOT reliance on consultants

and a 2009 DOT Office of the Inspector General audit regarding consultant indirect costs. This rulemaking would clarify existing

Federal requirements in support of enhancing consistency with other Federal laws and applicable regulations, and addressing

evolutions in industry practices to improve the procurement, management, and administration of consultant services.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 172 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 23 USC 106, 112, 114(a), 302, 315, and 402; 40 USC 1101; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

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Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/04/2012 77 FR 53802

Comment Period End 11/05/2012 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB - No; IC - No; SLT - No. Actual or Target Completion Date - An NPRM was published on 9/4/12 at

77 FR 53902. Progress Updates and Anticipated Accomplishments - An NPRM has been published. Anticipated savings in costs

and/or information collection burdens, together with any anticipated changes in benefits - The proposed changes to part 172 will

provide additional clarification, guidance, and flexibility to stakeholders implementing these regulations. As these proposed

amendments are required by changes in authorizing legislation, other applicable regulations, and industry practices, the FHWA

anticipates that the economic impact of this rulemaking would be minimal. Notes - None.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Scott Wolf Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1332 

E-Mail: scott.wolf@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF50

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Title: Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program (MAP-21)

Abstract: MAP-21 amends section 327 of title 23 U.S.C. to make the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program a

permanent option for all States, adds multimodal projects, authorizes the use of Federal funds for related legal fees, and limits

the renewable option to a period of five years. This rulemaking will amend 23 CFR part 773 to conform with MAP-21. This is a

joint rulemaking with FTA and FRA.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 773 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 23 USC 327, sec 1113 of MAP-21 (PL 112-141)

Legal Deadline: Section 1313(c)(2) modifies 23 USC 327(c) to require the Secretary promulgate a rulemaking within 270 days

from the date of enactment.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory MAP-21 section 1313 requires the Secretary to amend its regulations at

23 CFR 773 to reflect the changes made therein. 06/28/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/30/2013 78 FR 53712

NPRM Comment Period End 10/29/2013 78 FR 53712

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Carol Braegelmann Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

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Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1701 

E-Mail: carol.braegelmann@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF59

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Title: Additional Categorical Exclusions Under NEPA (MAP-21)

Abstract: Under MAP-21, section 1318, the Department of Transportation was mandated to survey categorical exclusions (CE)

use on transportation projects since 2005, and to solicit requests from transit agencies and State departments of transportation

for new CEs. This rulemaking pertains to the new categorical exclusions; FHWA and FTA are proposing to add CEs to its

environmental regulations (23 CFR 771) in order to comply with MAP-21, as well as to improve the efficiency of the

environmental review process. The additional CEs make the least intensive form of review available for those actions that

typically do not have the potential for significant environmental effects, and, therefore, do not merit additional analysis and

documentation associated with an environmental assessment (EA) or an environmental impact statement (EIS). This provision

also allows for the transfer of some existing CEs from subsection (d) of 23 CFR 771.117 to subsection (c) of that section.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1318 PL 112-141 (126 Stat 405)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory MAP-21 section 1318 requires the publication of an NPRM within 120

days of the effective date of MAP-21. 01/29/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/19/2013 78 FR 57587

NPRM Comment Period End 11/18/2013 78 FR 57587

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Duplicate of 2132-AB14 Related Agencies: Joint: FTA

Agency Contact: Owen Lindauer Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2655 

E-Mail: Owen.Lindauer@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF64

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Title: Value Engineering

Abstract: This rulemaking will update 23 CFR part 627 to implement the changes made by section 1503 of the Moving Ahead

for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21). The general intent and requirements of the Value Engineering (VE) regulation

will remain the same. Specific changes to the regulation include: specifying that a VE analysis is required for each project on the

National Highway System (NHS) with an estimated total project cost of $50 million or more that utilizes Federal-aid highway

funding; specifying that a VE analysis is required for each bridge project on the NHS with an estimated total project cost of $40

million or more that utilizes Federal-aid highway funding; removing the VE analysis requirement for bridges off the NHS;

clarifying that a VE analysis is no longer required for projects delivered using the design-build method of construction; and

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clarifying when a VE analysis should be conducted on projects delivered using the Construction Manager/General Contractor

(CM/GC) method of contracting.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 627 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 23 USC 106; sec 1503 of MAP-21

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/29/2013 78 FR 53380

NPRM Comment Period End 10/28/2013 

Final Rule 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jon Obenberger Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2221 

E-Mail: jon.obenberger@fhwa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF48

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Title: Environmental Impact and Related Procedures (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would change FTA and FHWA joint procedures that implement NEPA. It would add two new

categorical exclusions under 23 CFR 771.117(c) for actions eligible for assistance under Title 23, within an existing operational

right-of-way and actions with limited Federal assistance as described in section 1316 and 1317 of MAP-21, respectively.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771; 49 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1316 and 1317 of MAP-21 (Pub. L. 112-141)

Legal Deadline: MAP-21 requires the secretary to promulgate regulations within 150 days of the date of enactment for section

1316.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 02/28/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/28/2013 78 FR 13609

NPRM Comment Period End 04/29/2013 78 FR 13609

Final Rule 01/13/2014 79 FR 2107

Final Rule Effective 02/12/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Merge with 2132-AB05 Related Agencies: Joint: FTA

Agency Contact: Gerald Solomon Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

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1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2037 

E-Mail: Gerald.Solomon@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Highway Administration ( FHWA ) RIN: 2125-AF58

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Title: Design-Build Alternative Technical Concepts

Abstract: The FHWA proposes to revise its regulatory provisions in 23 CFR 636 to encourage wider use of alternative technical

concepts in design-build project delivery. Specifically, 23 CFR 636.209(b) will be revised to allow proposers to submit technical

and price proposals based on their preapproved alternate technical concepts without submitting a base proposal. The current

policy allows the use of supplemental alternative technical concept proposals, but not as a substitute for base proposals that

respond to the Request for Proposal solicitation requirements.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 636 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1503 of PL 109-59; 119 Stat 1144; sec 1307 of PL 105-178; 112 Stat 107; 23 USC 101, 109, 112 to

115, 119, 128, and 315; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/01/2013 78 FR 46546

NPRM Comment Period End 09/30/2013 78 FR 46546

Final Rule 02/12/2014 79 FR 8263

Final Action Effective 03/14/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Gerald Yakowenko Department of Transportation

Federal Highway Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1562 

E-Mail: gerald.yakowenko@fhwa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AA95

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Title: Qualifications of Drivers; Diabetes Standard

Abstract: This rulemaking action would amend FMCSA ́s medical qualification standards to allow drivers with insulin-treated

diabetes mellitus to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce, without seeking an exemption from the

FMCSRs. This action is required by the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users

(SAFETEA-LU).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 109-59 (2005), sec 4129

Legal Deadline: 

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NPRM Statutory Initiate change 11/10/2005 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 03/17/2006 71 FR 13801

ANPRM Comment Period End 06/15/2006 

NPRM 02/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-2005-23151

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Elaine Papp Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-0421 

E-Mail: elaine.papp@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB11

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Title: Carrier Safety Fitness Determination

Abstract: FMCSA proposes to amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to adopt revised methodologies

that would result in a safety fitness determination (SFD). The proposed methodologies would determine when a motor carrier is

not fit to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in or affecting interstate commerce based on (1) the carrier's performance

in relation to five of the Agency's Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs); (2) an investigation; or (3)

a combination of on-road safety data and investigation information. The intended effect of this action is to reduce crashes

caused by CMV drivers and motor carriers, resulting in death, injuries, and property damage on U.S. highways, by more

effectively using FMCSA data and resources to identify unfit motor carriers, and to remove them from the Nation's roadways.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 4009 of TEA-21

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: David Miller

Regulatory Development Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5370 

E-Mail: fmcsaregs@dot.gov

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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB18

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Title: Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would create a central database for verified positive controlled substances and alcohol test results

for commercial driver ́s license (CDL) holders and refusals by such drivers to submit to testing. This rulemaking would require

employers of CDL holders and service agents to report positive test results and refusals to test into the Clearinghouse.

Prospective employers, acting on an application for a CDL driver position with the applicant ́s written consent to access the

Clearinghouse, would query the Clearinghouse to determine if any specific information about the driver applicant is in the

Clearinghouse before allowing the applicant to be hired and to drive CMVs. This rulemaking is intended to increase highway

safety by ensuring CDL holders, who have tested positive or have refused to submit to testing, have completed the U.S. DOT ́s

return-to-duty process before driving CMVs in interstate or intrastate commerce. It is also intended to ensure that employers are

meeting their drug and alcohol testing responsibilities. Additionally, provisions in this rulemaking would also be responsive to

requirements of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act. MAP-21 requires creation of the

Clearinghouse by 10/1/14.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 382 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31306

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Clearinghouse required to be established by 10/01/2014. 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/20/2014 79 FR 9703

NPRM Comment Period End 04/21/2014 

Analyzing Comments 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: MAP-21 included provisions for a Drug and Alcohol Test Clearinghouse that affect this rulemaking.

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

Small Entities Affected: Business; Organizations Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Juan Moya Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-4844 

E-Mail: juan.moya@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB20

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Title: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service Supporting Documents (MAP-21)

Abstract: This SNPRM would establish: (1) minimum performance and design standards for hours-of-service (HOS) electronic

logging devices (ELDs); (2) requirements for the mandatory use of these devices by drivers currently required to prepare HOS

records of duty status (RODS); (3) requirements concerning HOS supporting documents; and (4) measures to address concerns

about harassment resulting from the mandatory use of ELDs. This rulemaking supplements the Agency’s February 1, 2011,

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) and addresses issues raised by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in its

2011 decision vacating the Agency’s April 5, 2010, final rule concerning ELDs as well as subsequent statutory developments.

The proposed requirements for ELDs would improve compliance with the HOS rules.

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Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 350; 49 CFR 385; 49 CFR 396; 49 CFR 395 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31502; 31136(a); PL 103.311; 49 USC 31137(a)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Notice of Proposed Rulemaking 01/31/2011 

NPRM Statutory 

MAP-21 requires FMCSA to issue a final rule by October 1, 2013, a

deadline that FMCSA will not be able to meet, due to the need for

notice and comment on these proposals. 

10/01/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 02/01/2011 76 FR 5537

NPRM Comment Period End 02/28/2011 

Comment Period Extended 03/10/2011 76 FR 13121

Extended Comment Period End 05/23/2011 

Supplemental NPRM 03/28/2014 79 FR 17656

SNPRM Comment Period End 05/27/2014 

Additional Information: The Agency previously published an NPRM on this subject under RIN 2126-AA76, "Hours of Service

of Drivers; Supporting Documents" (63 FR 19457, Apr. 20, 1998) and an SNPRM, "Hours of Service of Drivers: Supporting

Documents" (69 FR 63997, Nov. 3, 2004). The Agency withdrew the SNPRM on October 25, 2007, 72 FR 60614. The previous

proceeding can be found in docket No. FMCSA-1998-3706.

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AA89;

Related to 2126-AA76

Agency Contact: Deborah M Freund 

Senior Transportation Specialist

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5370 

E-Mail: deborah.freund@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB47

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Title: Electronic Signatures and Documents (E-Signatures) (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would incorporate the principles of FMCSA ́s regulatory guidance concerning e-signatures and

electronic documents by amending various sections of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to enable the

use of e-signatures and e-documents in support of electronic recordkeeping. This would provide possible paperwork reductions,

and be less burdensome to the motor carrier industry.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 395; 49 CFR 396; 49 CFR 379 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/28/2014 79 FR 23306

NPRM Comment Period End 06/27/2014 

Additional Information: SB - Y; IC - Y, SLT - N Target date TBD

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Alan W Strasser 

Office of Chief Counsel

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Room 8201, 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-0286 

E-Mail: alan.strasser@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB49

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Title: Elimination of Redundant Maintenance Rule (RRR)

Abstract: The FMCSA would amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to eliminate redundant inspection, repair,

and maintenance requirements. Specifically, the FMCSA would amend the regulations to include within 49 CFR 396.3,

concerning general maintenance rules, requirements that vehicles be properly lubricated, and free of oil and grease leaks.

Currently, the requirements addressing oil and grease leaks, and lubrication are covered in a separate section. The Agency

believes combining the requirements in a single section of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations would improve the

clarity of the safety regulations, and eliminate a redundancy in the maintenance rules.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 396.3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB - Y, IC - N, SLT - N Costs/Benefits - consolidating the regulations will have minimal benefit. Target

Date TBD.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mike Huntley

Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9209 

E-Mail: michael.huntley@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB56

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Title: MAP-21 Enhancements and Other Updates to the Unified Registration System

Abstract: In accordance with section 32106 of MAP-21, FMCSA proposes to: 1) adjust the URS registration fee for new

interstate motor carriers, freight forwarders, brokers, intermodal equipment providers (IEPs), hazardous materials safety permit

(HMSP) applicants, and cargo tank facilities under FMCSA jurisdiction that must register with the Agency to operate in interstate

commerce; 2) to implement several MAP-21 provisions that require changes to the URS regulations, the online Application for

USDOT Number/Operating Authority Registration (Form MCSA-1) and MCSA-1 Instructions; 3) to prohibit transfers of operating

authority registration; 4) and to make several technical amendments to the MCSA-1 Form and Instructions for purposes of

clarification.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 49 CFR CFR 360; 49 CFR CFR 365; 49 CFR CFR 371; 49 CFR CFR 390 (To search for a specific CFR, visit

the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 112-141, 126 Stat 777 July 6, 2012; 49 USC 13301; 49 USC 13301; 49 USC 13304; 49 USC 13901; 49

USC 13902; 49 USC 13903; 49 USC 13904; 49 USC 13905; 49 USC 13908; 49 USC 31133; 49 USC 31133; 49 USC 31134;

49 USC 503

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions;

Organizations Federalism: Undetermined

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AA22

Agency Contact: Genevieve Sapir

Management Analyst

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Office of Policy (MC-CCR), 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-7056 

E-Mail: genevieve.sapir@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB57

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Title: Prohibition of Coercion (MAP-21)

Abstract: Section 32911 of MAP-21 amended 49 U.S.C. section 31136(a) to require that regulations governing commercial

motor vehicle safety "ensure ... an operator of a commercial motor vehicle is not coerced by a motor carrier, shipper, receiver,

or transportation intermediary to operate a commercial vehicle in violation of a regulation promulgated under 49 U.S.C. section

31136, or chapters 51 or 313 of title 49, U.S.C.." This rulemaking would implement the statutory requirement to consider

whether coercion of drivers is a concern when developing a rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 386; 49 CFR 390 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: sec 32911 of MAP-21

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Charles Medalen

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-1354 

E-Mail: charles.medalen@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB63

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Title: Heavy Vehicle Speed Limiters

Abstract: This joint rulemaking with NHTSA would respond to petitions from ATA and Roadsafe America to require the

installation of speed limiting devices on heavy trucks. In response to the petitions, NHTSA requested public comment on the

subject and received thousands of comments supporting the petitioner ́s request. We believe this rule would have minimal cost,

as all heavy trucks already have these devices installed, although some vehicles do not have the limit set. This rule would

decrease the estimated 1,115 fatal crashes annually involving vehicles with a GVWR of over 11,793.4 kg (26,000 lb) on roads

with posted speed limits of 55 mph or above.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571, 393 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111, 30115, 30116, 30117, 322, and delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AK92 Related Agencies: Joint: NHTSA

Agency Contact: Brian Routhier Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-1225 

E-Mail: brian.routhier@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB67

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Title: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Certification Requirements

Abstract: This rule will require U.S. domiciled motor carriers to operate vehicles that have been certified according to Federal

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSSs). It will also explain how the FMVSS certification would be confirmed when

inspections are conducted. This rule is necessary because the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has no

authority to enforce the FMVSS or importation regulations. This rule will help to ensure that only vehicles subject to the FMVSSs

at the time of manufacture, or vehicles that are legally imported into the U.S. in accordance with the National Highway Traffic

Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, are used by U.S. domiciled carriers.

This rulemaking is a response to an Office of the Inspector General recommendation, “Work with the National Highway Traffic

Safety Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to develop and implement a risk-based solution, in compliance

with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966, to target enforcement against U.S. domiciled passenger carriers

whose vehicles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.”

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions;

Organizations Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Gary Siekmann Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 493-0442 

E-Mail: garry.siekmann@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB40

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Title: Medical Examiner's Certification Integration (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would build upon the National Registry (2126-AA97) and Medical Certification (2126-AA10) final

rules. This rulemaking would (1) require certified medical examiners (MEs) performing physical examinations on drivers of

commercial motor vehicles (CMV) to use a newly developed Medical Examination Report (MER) Form; (2) require MEs to use a

prescribed form for the medical examiner ́s certificate; (3) require MEs to report results of all completed commercial drivers ́

physical examinations (including the results of examinations where the driver was found not to be qualified) to FMCSA by close

of business on the day of the examination; (4) transmit information from the Medical Examiner ́s Certificate electronically from

the National Registry system to the State Driver Licensing Agencies (SDLAs); (5) transmit to the SDLAs information about

Medical Examiner ́s Certificates that have been invalidated because a subsequent examination has found that the driver is not

physically qualified; and (6) require the Agency to transmit medical variance information for such drivers electronically to the

SDLAs.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384; 49 CFR 391 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136 (a); 49 USC 31149; 49 USC 31052(b); 49 USC 31302; 49 USC 31311; 49 USC 31314

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/10/2013 78 FR 27343

NPRM Comment Period End 07/09/2013 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AA10;

Related to 2126-AA97

Agency Contact: Elaine Papp Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-0421 

E-Mail: elaine.papp@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB44

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Title: Lease and Interchange of Vehicles; Motor Carriers of Passengers

Abstract: FMCSA proposes to adopt regulations governing the lease and interchange of passenger-carrying commercial motor

vehicles (CMVs) to: (1) identify the motor carrier operating a passenger-carrying CMV and responsible for compliance with the

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and all other applicable Federal regulations; (2) ensure that a lessor

surrenders control of the CMV for the full term of the lease or temporary exchange of CMVs and drivers; and (3) require motor

carriers subject to a prohibition on operating in interstate commerce to notify the FMCSA in writing before leasing or otherwise

transferring control of their vehicles to other carriers. This action is necessary to ensure that unsafe passenger carriers cannot

evade FMCSA oversight and enforcement by operating under the authority of another carrier that exercises no actual control

over those operations. This action will enable the FMCSA, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and our Federal

and State partners to identify motor carriers transporting passengers in interstate commerce, and correctly assign responsibility

to these entities for regulatory violations during inspections, compliance investigations, and crash studies. It also provides the

general public with the means to identify the responsible motor carrier at the time of transportation. While detailed lease and

interchange regulations for cargo-carrying vehicles have been in effect since 1950, these proposed rules for passenger-carrying

CMVs are focused entirely on operational safety.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 376; 49 CFR 390 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 13301; 49 USC 31136

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/20/2013 78 FR 57822

NPRM Comment Period End 11/19/2013 

Final Rule 04/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: David Miller

Regulatory Development Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

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Phone: 202-366-5370 

E-Mail: fmcsaregs@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB46

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Title: Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance; Driver-Vehicle Inspection Report (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would rescind the requirement that commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers operating in interstate

commerce submit, and motor carriers retain, driver-vehicle inspection reports when the driver has neither found nor been made

aware of any vehicle defects or deficiencies. Specifically, this rulemaking would remove a significant information collection

burden without adversely impacting safety. This rulemaking responds in part to the President ́s January 2012 Regulatory

Review and Reform initiative.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 396 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31502(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/07/2013 78 FR 48125

Comment Period End 10/07/2013 

Final Rule 11/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB - Y, IC - Y; SLT - N 1. Actual or Target Completion Date - Final Rule 10/14 2. Anticipated savings

in costs and/or information collection burdens, together with any anticipated changes in benefits (please quantify, to the extent

feasible, and also specify baseline, time horizon, and affected groups) - This rule is expected to reduce paperwork costs by $1.7

billion annually. 3. Progress updates and anticipated accomplishments - NPRM published 8/7/13, comment period ended

10/7/13 4. Notes - None.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Sean Gallagher

MC-PRR

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-3740 

E-Mail: sean.gallagher@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB61

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Title: Definition of Tank Vehicle With Respect to Commercial Driver's License Holders

Abstract: This rule would revise the definition of “tank vehicle” with respect to the applicability of the requirement for certain

commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders to obtain an endorsement to operate tank vehicles. On May 9, 2011, FMCSA

published the “Commercial Driver’s License Testing and Commercial Learner’s Permit Standards” final rule. As a result of the

rulemaking, FMCSA received numerous petitions regarding the definition of a “tank vehicle” found in 49 CFR 383.5. The new

definition of “tank vehicle” became effective on July 11, 2011, and required additional drivers to secure tank vehicle

endorsements on their commercial learners’ permits (CLPs) and CDLs. This rulemaking responds to those petitions by seeking

public comment on a proposed revision of the definition and the impacts this revised definition would have on the industry.

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Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986; Motor Carrier Act of 1935; Motor Carrier Safety Act of 1984;

Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for U; Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century;

49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31302; 49 USC 31305; 49 USC 31308; 49 USC 31309; 49 USC 31502

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/26/2013 78 FR 59328

NPRM Comment Period End 11/25/2013 

Final Rule 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AB02

Agency Contact: Christine Hydock Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-1220 

E-Mail: christine.hydock@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB17

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Title: New Entrant Safety Assurance Process: Implementation of Section 210(b) of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act

of 1999

Abstract: This rulemaking would consider methods for ensuring a new applicant carrier is knowledgeable about the applicable

safety requirements before being granted New Entrant authority. The agency is considering whether to implement a proficiency

examination as part of its revised New Entrant Safety Assurance Process as well as other alternatives. This rulemaking

responds to issues raised in a petition from Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety regarding new entrant applicant knowledge.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 113 Stat 1748 (1999); 49 USC 31144; PL 106-159, sec 210

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

ANPRM 08/25/2009 74 FR 42833

ANPRM Comment Period End 10/26/2009 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AA59

Agency Contact: Valerie Height

Management Analyst

Department of Transportation

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Office of Policy (MC-PRR), 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0901 

E-Mail: valerie.height@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB68

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Title: Commercial Driver’s License Requirements of MAP-21 and the Military Commercial Driver's License Act of 2012

Abstract: This rulemaking would grant military veterans an exemption from the domicile requirement, allowing the State they

are stationed in to issue them a commercial driver's license. In addition, this rule would establish the requirements for the States

to submit the State CDL Program Plans required under section 32305 of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act

(MAP-21). This rule would explain the Agency's review and evaluation process so that the annual comparison report required

under MAP-21 could be completed. In addition, this rule would require States to exchange driver records electronically, and

report convictions of foreign commercial vehicle drivers.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Military Commercial Driver’s License Act of 2012; Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21)

Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Charles Medalen

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-1354 

E-Mail: charles.medalen@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB06

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Title: Minimum Training Requirements for Entry Level Commercial Motor Vehicle Operations (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would require behind-the-wheel and classroom training for persons who must hold a commercial

driver ́s license to operate commercial motor vehicles. This action is in response to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of

Columbia Circuit ́s December 2005 decision remanding the May 21, 2004, Final Rule, Minimum Training Requirements for

Entry-Level Commercial Motor Vehicle Operators to the Agency for further consideration. The rulemaking will consider the

effectiveness of Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driver training in reducing crashes, the appropriate types and levels of

training that should be mandated, and related costs. Additionally, provisions in this rulemaking would also be responsive to

requirements of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act. MAP-21 requires a final rule by October 1,

2013. This rulemaking was withdrawn to allow time to further study this issue.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

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Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 380; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 CFR 1.73; 49 USC 31502

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory MAP-21 to issue final rule within 12 months of enactment 10/01/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/26/2007 72 FR 73226

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/24/2008 73 FR 15471

NPRM Comment Period End 03/25/2008 

NPRM Comment Period Extension End 05/23/2008 

NPRM; Notice of Withdrawal 09/19/2013 78 FR 57585

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AA09

Agency Contact: Thomas Yager

Driver and Carrier Operations Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4325 

E-Mail: tom.yager@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB42

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Title: Patterns of Safety Violations by Motor Carrier Management (MAP-21)

Abstract: FMCSA amends its regulations to enable the Agency to suspend or revoke the operating authority registration of

motor carriers that show egregious disregard for safety compliance, permit persons who have shown egregious disregard for

safety compliance to exercise controlling influence over their operations, or operate multiple entities under common control to

conceal noncompliance with safety regulations. These amendments implement section 4113 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible,

Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), as amended by section 32112 of the Moving Ahead for

Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21), and are designed to enhance the safety of commercial motor vehicle (CMV)

operations on our nation ́s highways.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136 (a) and 31502(b)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Final Rule 08/10/2006 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/13/2012 77 FR 67613

NPRM Comment Period End 01/14/2013 

Final Rule 01/22/2014 79 FR 3520

Final Rule Effective 02/21/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Sean Gallagher

MC-PRR

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-3740 

E-Mail: sean.gallagher@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB65

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Title: Hours of Service of Drivers; Amendment of the 30-Minute Rest Break Requirement

Abstract: The FMCSA amends its December 27, 2011, final rule titled "Hours of Service of Drivers" to provide an exception

from the 30-minute rest break requirement for short-haul drivers who are not required to prepare records of duty status (RODS).

The Agency also removes regulatory text from 49 CFR 395.3 made obsolete by the passing of the July 1, 2013, compliance

date for the final rule. This action responds to a decision of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia

Circuit.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 395 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 10/28/2013 78 FR 64179

Final Rule Effective 10/28/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AB26

Agency Contact: David Miller

Regulatory Development Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5370 

E-Mail: fmcsaregs@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB69

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Title: Rescission of Quarterly Financial Reporting Requirements

Abstract: FMCSA eliminates the quarterly financial reporting requirements for certain for-hire motor carriers of property (Form

QFR) and for-hire motor carriers of passengers (Form MP-1). This paperwork burden is removed without an adverse impact on

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carrying industries. The annual reporting requirements remain.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 369 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 14123

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 12/17/2013 78 FR 76241

Final Rule Effective 01/16/2014 

Additional Information: This RIN results from the current RIN 2126-AB48. FMCSA withdrew the direct final rule for 2126-AB48,

but published an NPRM with RIN 2126-AB48 on May 24, 2013 (78 FR 31475). This RIN will replace 2126-AB48 for the same

proceeding.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 2126-AB48

Agency Contact: David Miller

Regulatory Development Division

Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5370 

E-Mail: fmcsaregs@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB70

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Title: Gross Combination Weight Rating; Definition

Abstract: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) amends the definitions of "gross combination weight

rating" (GCWR) in 49 CFR 383.5 and 390.5 to make the GCWR the greater of: (1) the GCWR specified by the manufacturer of

the power unit, or (2) the sum of the gross vehicle weight ratings or gross vehicle weights of the power unit and towed unit(s) or

any combination thereof, that produces the highest value. On February 14, 2008, the CVSA petitioned FMCSA, to change the

definition of GCWR which it said was "proving problematic for inspectors and industry when determining what is considered to

be a CMV and when a CDL is required." The Agency granted the petition on August 18, 2011, and agreed to initiate a

rulemaking. On August 27, 2012, FMCSA published a direct final rule (DFR), RIN 2126-AB53 to amend the definition of GCWR

(77 FR 51706). The FMCSA received several adverse comments, resulting in the withdrawal of the DFR (77 FR 65497, Oct. 29,

2012) and the subsequent re-publication of the proposed GCWR definition as a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), 78 FR

26575, May 7, 2013. The adverse comments to the DFR were addressed in the NPRM. This rulemaking effort continues actions

to address requested changes to the current definition of GCWR, and a new rulemaking identification number must be assigned

to separate subsequent rulemaking actions from the DFR that had been officially withdrawn on October 29, 2012 (77 FR 65497).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383.5; 49 CFR 390.5 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 109-347; PL 109-59; PL 112-141; PL 98-554; PL 99-570

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 03/19/2014 79 FR 15245

Final Rule Effective Date 04/18/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 2126-AB53

Agency Contact: Stephanie Dunlap Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-3536 

E-Mail: stephanie.dunlap@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) RIN: 2126-AB71

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Title: Medical Certification Requirements as Part of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); Extension of Certificate Retention

Requirements

Abstract: The FMCSA amends its regulations to keep in effect until January 30, 2015, the requirement that interstate drivers

subject to the commercial driver’s license (CDL) regulations, and the Federal physical qualification requirements, must retain

paper copies of their medical examiner’s certificate. Interstate motor carriers are also required to retain copies of their drivers’

medical certificates in their driver qualification files. This action is being taken to ensure the medical qualification of CDL holders

until all States are able to post the medical self-certification and medical examiner’s certificate data on the Commercial Driver’s

License Information System (CDLIS) driver record. This rule does not, however, extend the compliance dates for States to

collect and to post to the CDLIS driver record data from a CDL holder’s medical self-certification and medical examiner’s

certificate.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391.23; 49 CFR 391.41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31132; 49 USC 31132; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31301; 49 USC 31302; 49 USC 31311; 49 USC

31314; 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 31305

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/14/2014 79 FR 2377

Final Rule Effective 01/14/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2126-AA10;

Related to 2126-AB39

Agency Contact: Christine Hydock Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-1220 

E-Mail: christine.hydock@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK75

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Title: Alternative Fuel Vehicle Badging and Fuel Compartment Labels on Alternative Fuel Usage

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to requirements of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), title 1,

subtitle A, section 105, as it amends 49 USC section 32908, to implement Consumer Information and Consumer Education

programs related to fuel economy, greenhouse gases (GHG), other emissions, and alternative fuels. EISA directs the Secretary

of Transportation to label vehicles with a permanent and prominent display that an automobile is capable of operating on

alternative fuels, and to include in the owner ́s manual for vehicles capable of operating on alternative fuels information that

describes that capability and the benefits of using alternative fuels, including the renewable nature and environmental benefits

of using alternative fuels. Additionally, EISA requires a label to be attached to the fuel compartment of vehicles capable of

operating on alternative fuels, with the form of alternative fuel stated on the label. EISA, signed into Law on December 19, 2007,

requires that the Secretary issue a final rule not later than 42 months after the date of the enactment.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 575 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32908; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final rule 06/19/2011 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/20/2014 79 FR 9791

NPRM Comment Period End 04/21/2014 

Analyzing Public Comments 06/00/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AK73

Agency Contact: Gregory Powell Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5206 

E-Mail: gregory.powell@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK92

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Title: Heavy Vehicle Speed Limiters

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to petitions from ATA and Roadsafe America to require the installation of speed

limiting devices on heavy trucks. In response to the petitions, NHTSA requested public comment on the subject, and received

thousands of comments supporting the petitioner ́s request. Based on the available safety data and the ancillary benefit of

reduced fuel consumption, this rulemaking would consider a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard that would require the

installation of speed limiting devices on heavy trucks. We believe this rule would have minimal cost, as all heavy trucks already

have these devices installed, although some vehicles do not have the limit set. This rule would decrease the estimated 1,115

fatal crashes annually involving vehicles with a GVWR of over 11,793.4 kg (26,000 lb) on roads with posted speed limits of 55

mph or above.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30116; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Markus Price

Safety Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0098 

E-Mail: markus.price@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK95

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Title: Establish Side Impact Performance Requirements for Child Restraint Systems (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would include side impact performance requirements, a side impact test procedure, and the use of a

new side impact dummy in FMVSS No. 213, Child Restraint Systems, to evaluate the performance of child restraint systems in

side impacts. It is estimated that the costs and benefits of this rulemaking will be minimal. This rulemaking would be responsive

to requirements of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/28/2014 79 FR 4569

NPRM Comment Period End 04/28/2014 

Analyzing Comments 06/00/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Cristina Echemendia

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-6345 

E-Mail: cristina.echemendia@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK96

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Title: Motorcoach Rollover Structural Integrity (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would promulgate a new FMVSS for rollover structural integrity requirements for motorcoaches. In

August 2007, NHTSA published a motorcoach safety plan identifying four specific priority items: seat belts on motorcoaches,

rollover structural integrity, emergency evacuation, and fire safety. The DOT published a comprehensive motorcoach safety

action plan in November 2009, that reiterated NHTSA ́s motorcoach safety priorities. This rulemaking also addresses six

recommendations issued by the NTSB on motorcoach roof strength and structural integrity, and is responsive to requirements of

the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Publish Final Rule 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Shashi Kuppa

Chief, Special Vehicles and Systems Division

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-3827 

FAX: 202-493-7002

E-Mail: shashi.kuppa@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL01

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Title: FMVSS No. 218 and Enforcement Policy Concerning Novelty Helmets

Abstract: This rulemaking would clarify which helmets are motor vehicle equipment subject to the minimum requirements of

FMVSS No. 218. In addition, this rulemaking would employ certain criteria to more readily identify helmets that do not comply.

The rulemaking would provide an alternative compliance process to provide manufacturers employing innovative technologies

with an opportunity to establish compliance with FMVSS No. 218 if their products do not meet the aforementioned criteria. This

rulemaking would be responsive to requirements of MAP-21 legislation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.218 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30102; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of

authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Shashi Kuppa

Chief, Special Vehicles and Systems Division

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-3827 

FAX: 202-493-7002

E-Mail: shashi.kuppa@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL05

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Title: Amend FMVSS No. 210 to Incorporate the Use of a New Force Application Device (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 210, Seat belt assembly

anchorages, to replace the existing body blocks for testing the strength of seat belts with a new Force Application Device and

associated positioning procedure. Because the device is easier to use than the current body blocks, this rulemaking would

simplify the compliance test of the standard and make NHTSA ́s evaluation of seat belt anchorage strength more effective. We

estimate the one-time cost of purchasing a set of these devices (approximately $40,000) would be offset by the continual labor

cost savings in setting up the devices for testing. NHTSA ́s testing has demonstrated that the proposed force application

devices do not appear to affect the stringency of the standard.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.210 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30102; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of

authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/30/2012 77 FR 19155

NPRM Comment Period End 05/29/2012 

Supplemental NPRM 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB: Y IC: N SLT: N We anticipate that this rule will reduce testing costs compared to current standard.

This rule will also reduce NHTSA compliance costs and industry testing costs annually, starting with the effective date. We

estimate the cost of each of the two sizes of the Force Application Device to be approximately $8,000 each. Assuming a vehicle

manufacturer or testing facility purchases a set of two FAD1s and three FAD2s, the principal cost associated with this NPRM is

the one-time purchase cost of the set, totaling $40,000. The FADs require significantly less effort, time, and personnel to install

in the test vehicle. Thus, we believe there would be associated cost savings which could offset the purchase cost of the FADs.

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

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Agency Contact: Carla Rush 

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4583 

E-Mail: carla.cuentas@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL06

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Title: Importation of Motor Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured to Comply With Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

Abstract: This rulemaking would set forth a draft new interpretation, and related proposed amendments to an existing

regulation, concerning the statutes and regulations governing the importation of motor vehicles. It addresses motor vehicles (in

new or used condition) that were originally manufactured as completed vehicles outside the United States but did not comply

with and were not certified to applicable United States motor vehicle and motor vehicle equipment standards as so

manufactured, and subsequently were partially disassembled and, in total, or, in part, offered for entry into the United States as

motor vehicle equipment, instead of as a motor vehicle.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 591 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30141 to 30147; 49 USC 322a

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: William Shakely

Attorney-Advisor

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1723 

E-Mail: william.shakely@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL12

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Title: Consumer Information on Fuel Economy, Emissions, and Alternative Fuel Usage

Abstract: This rulemaking would, as required by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) and promulgated

under 49 USC section 32908(g), develop and implement a consumer information campaign to: (1) improve understanding of

automobile performance related to fuel economy, greenhouse gas emissions, and other pollutant emissions; (2) inform

consumers of the benefits of using alternative fuels, and the location of alternative fueling stations; (3) and increase awareness

of automotive thermal management technologies. This rulemaking is the third, and final, phase of consumer information

initiatives required by EISA. The first phase promulgated new Fuel Economy and Environment labels for new automobiles, and

was finalized in May 2011 (2127-AK73). The second phase (2127-AK75), currently being developed, addresses EISA

requirements to: affix a permanent and prominent display that identifies new automobiles that are capable of operating on

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alternative fuels; attach a label to the fuel tank filler compartment of alternative fuel vehicles; and include in the owner ́s manual

for vehicles capable of operating on alternative fuels information describing the benefits of using alternative fuels, including their

renewable nature and environmental benefits .

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: None (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32908; Delegation of Authority 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory EISA statutory deadline 06/16/2011 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AK73;

Related to 2127-AK75

Agency Contact: James Tamm

Fuel Economy Division Chief

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-0515 

E-Mail: james.tamm@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL15

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Title: Amend Definition of 3-Wheeled Vehicles

Abstract: This rulemaking would change the regulatory definition of motorcycle to exclude three-wheeled vehicles that are

configured like passenger cars. Under the existing regulatory definition of motorcycle in part 571.3, three-wheeled motor

vehicles are classified as motorcycles. This is appropriate for motorcycles with sidecars, trikes, and other three-wheeled vehicles

that are based on a motorcycle-like configuration. However, other three-wheeled vehicles have passenger-car characteristics

such as fully enclosed cabins, hinged doors with roll-up windows, steering wheels, and side-by-side seating. Because these

car-like vehicles ride on three wheels instead of four, they are not required to meet Federal safety standards for passenger cars

(although they are subject to motorcycle safety standards). Various car-like three-wheeled vehicle models have been imported

into the U.S., and have been available for sale to the public. NHTSA believes consumers who purchase these vehicles are likely

to assume that these vehicles have the same safety features and crash protection as passenger cars certified to Federal safety

standards.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mike Pyne

Office of Crash Avoidance Standards

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4931 

E-Mail: mike.pyne@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL20

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Title: Upgrade of LATCH Usability Requirements (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend FMVSS No. 225, Child restraint anchorage systems, to improve the ease of use for

lower anchorages and tether in all rear seating positions in accordance with the "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century

Act" (MAP-21), Public Law 112-141, address comments on LATCH usability received in response to the LATCH public meeting

held on February 8, 2007, and standardize features of LATCH for enabling simple and standardized consumer messaging to

facilitate increased LATCH use and correct child seat installation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.225 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Initiate NPRM 10/01/2013 

Other Statutory Publish Final Rule 10/01/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Cristina Echemendia

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-6345 

E-Mail: cristina.echemendia@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL28

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Title: New FMVSS, Lamps and Reflective Devices for Agricultural Equipment (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise regulations in order to meet the requirements of the Congressional directive provided

through the MAP-21 Act, subtitle F, section 31601, Rulemaking on Visibility of Agricultural Equipment. This is a statutory

mandate. The costs and benefits have not yet been determined. The purpose of this rule would be to improve the daytime and

nighttime visibility of agricultural equipment that may be operated on a public road. Agricultural equipment has the meaning

given the term agricultural field equipment in the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Standard

390.4: Agricultural tractors, self-propelled machines, implements, and combinations thereof designed primarily for agricultural

field operations. The rule would establish minimum lighting and marking standards for applicable agricultural equipment

according to the directive in MAP-21. According to section 31505 of the Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Improvement Act of

2012, if the Secretary determines that any deadline for issuing a final rule under this act cannot be met, a new deadline may be

established, and a letter must be submitted to Congress explaining why the deadline cannot be met.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 112-141; sec 31601; 126 Stat 775 and 776

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: David Hines

General Engineer Office of Crash Avoidance Standards

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2720 

E-Mail: dhines@nhtsa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL33

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Title: Part 575 Vehicle Defect Reporting Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would require passenger motor vehicle manufacturers (a) to affix, in the glove compartment or in

another readily accessible location on the vehicle, a sticker, decal, or other device that provides, in simple and understandable

language, information about how to submit a safety-related motor vehicle defect complaint to the National Highway Traffic

Safety Administration; (b) to prominently print the information described in subparagraph (A) within the owner ́s manual; and (c)

to not place such information on the label required under section 3 of the Automobile Information Disclosure Act (15 U.S.C.

1232). These requirements will apply to passenger motor vehicles manufactured in any model year beginning more than one

year after the date on which a final rule is published.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 575 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33101; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: MAP-21 requires a final rule or Letter to Congress by July 6, 2013.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule or Letter to Congress 10/01/2013 

Other Statutory Final Rule per Letter to Congress 09/30/2015 

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Hisham Mohamed Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-0307 

E-Mail: hisham.mohamed@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL37

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Title: Rear Seat Belt Reminder System

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, Occupant Crash Protection to require

automobile manufacturers to install a seat belt reminder system for the front passenger, and rear designated seating positions in

passenger vehicles. The seat belt reminder system is intended to increase belt usage and, thereby, improve the crash protection

of vehicle occupants who would otherwise have been unbelted. This rulemaking would respond in part to a petition for

rulemaking submitted by Public Citizen and Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, as well as to requirements in MAP-21.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30101; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Initiate 10/01/2014 

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/01/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Carla Rush

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4583 

E-Mail: carla.cuentas@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL38

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Title: MAP-21 Civil Penalties Interpretation

Abstract: This rulemaking would provide interpretation for the added civil penalties factors pursuant to requirements in MAP21.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 578 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30101; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/01/2013 

Other Statutory FR per Letter to Congress 01/30/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Russell Ian Krupen 

Attorney Advisor

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-1834 

FAX: 202 366-3820

E-Mail: russell.krupen@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL39

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Title: Electronic Disclosure of Odometer Requirements

Abstract: Pursuant to MAP-21, this rulemaking would permit any written disclosures, or notices, and matters related to

odometer information produced for the transfer of a vehicle to be provided electronically.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30101; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 04/01/2014 

Other Statutory FR per Letter to Congress 12/30/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mary Versailles

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Office of Planning and Consumer Standards

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2057 

E-Mail: mary.versailles@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL47

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Title: Automotive Fuel Economy Reports: Allowing Electronic Submission of Reports

Abstract: This rulemaking would enable automakers, engine manufacturers, trailer manufacturers, and other parties regulated

by the light, medium, and heavy duty fuel economy programs, to submit their required reports to NHTSA in an electronic format.

NHTSA is currently developing an updated fuel economy database to allow for manufacturers to submit their fuel economy

reports electronically through a website or via email.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 537.5 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 CFR 537.5

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kenneth R Katz 

Lead Engineer, Consumer Program Division

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4936 

FAX: 202-366-4329

E-Mail: kkatz@nhtsa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL48

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Title: Use of ISO Warning Symbol for ABS Failure

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the subject labeling requirement to accept the ISO warning symbol for ABS failure as

an alternative to labeling on the indicator. Pursuant to the United States ́ recent adoption of GTR No. 3 on motorcycle brake

system performance, NHTSA extensively revised FMVSS 122 to harmonize with GTR No. 3. The revised FMVSS is due to take

effect on Sept. 1, 2014. Subsequent to the publication of the new FMVSS 122, NHTSA became aware that Motorcycle OEMs

are unable to comply with a requirement in the revised standard by the effective date. The requirement at issue is that an ABS

failure indicator lamp must be labeled with letters that are 3/32 inches high. As most current motorcycles will not meet this

requirement, the OEMs would incur significant cost to re-manufacture their indicators, and there is insufficient lead time to

comply when the new requirement takes effect next year. Most OEMs currently use the ISO symbol, and they suggested this

course of action to NHTSA. This rulemaking would allow the use of the ISO symbol as an alternative to meet S5.1.10.2(c) of

FMVSS 122, and would make a corresponding amendment to include the ISO symbol in table 3 of FMVSS 123 since the symbol

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is not currently identified in any NHTSA standard.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.122; 49 CFR 571.123 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mike Pyne

Office of Crash Avoidance Standards

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4931 

E-Mail: mike.pyne@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL51

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Title: Schedule Of Fees Authorized by 49 U.S.C. 30141

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend NHTSA's regulations establishing fees authorized by 49 U.S.C. section 30141 for the

purpose of reimbursing the government for certain costs incurred in administering the vehicle importation program. The

amendments will adjust the fees to the level necessary for the government to recover the Agency's actual costs. The Agency is

required under 49 U.S.C. 30141(e) to review and adjust these fees at least every two years. The fees were last adjusted in

September 2012.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 594 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30141; 49 USC 322

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Coleman R Sachs 

Chief, Import and Certification Division, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-3151 

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FAX: 202-366-1024

E-Mail: coleman.sachs@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL52

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Title: Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles and Work Trucks: Phase 2

Abstract: This rulemaking would address fuel efficiency standards for medium- and heavy-duty on-highway vehicles and work

trucks for model years beyond 2018. This rulemaking would respond to requirements of the Energy Independence and Security

Act of 2007 (EISA), title 1, subtitle A, sections 102 and 108, as they amend 49 USC section 32902, which was signed into law

December 19, 2007. The statute requires that NHTSA establish a medium- and heavy-duty on-highway vehicle and work truck

fuel efficiency improvement program that achieves the maximum feasible improvement, including standards that are appropriate,

cost-effective, and technologically feasible. The law requires that the new standards provide at least 4 full model years of

regulatory lead-time and 3 full model years of regulatory stability (i.e., the standards must remain in effect for 3 years before they

may be amended). This action would follow the first ever Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards and Fuel Efficiency Standards

for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles (Phase 1) (76 FR 57106, September 15, 2011). In June, 2013, the

President's Climate Action Plan called for the Department of Transportation to develop fuel efficiency standards and the

Environmental Protection Agency to develop greenhouse gas emission standards in joint rulemaking within the President's

second term. In February, 2014, the President directed DOT and EPA to complete the second phase of Greenhouse Gas

Emissions Standards and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles during his second

term.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 523; 49 CFR 534; 49 CFR 534 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32902(k)(2); 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2015 

Final Action 03/00/2016 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Yes

Related Agencies: Joint : EPA

Agency Contact: James Tamm

Fuel Economy Division Chief

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-0515 

E-Mail: james.tamm@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK58

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Title: FMVSS 116, Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids, EPDM Rubber

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend FMVSS No. 116, Motor vehicle brake fluids, so that brake fluids would be tested with

ethylene propylene diene terpolymer (EPDM) rubber, as this type of rubber is increasingly used in brake fluid seals. This

rulemaking would also update references to voluntary standards issued by the SAE International and the American Society for

Testing and Materials.

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Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.116 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.50

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/03/2010 75 FR 5553

NPRM Comment Period End 04/05/2010 

Final Action 11/00/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: George Soodoo

Chief, Vehicle Safety Dynamics Division (NVS-122)

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2720 

FAX: 202-366-4329

E-Mail: george.soodoo@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK88

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Title: FMVSS 114, Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention, Keyless Ignition Systems

Abstract: FMVSS No. 114, Theft protection and rollaway prevention, has provisions that govern the operation of ignition

systems in vehicles. This rulemaking would address emerging safety concerns that NHTSA has identified using consumer

compliance data regarding keyless ignition controls that are not directly addressed by this standard. The concerns are drivers

who are unable to shut down the propulsion system of their vehicle in the event of any on-road emergency; drivers who shut off

the propulsion system without putting their vehicle in park and walk away from the vehicle, leaving it prone to roll away; and

drivers who do put their vehicle in park, but inadvertently leave the propulsion system active increasing the risk of carbon

monoxide poisoning in a closed environment. We anticipate that these new requirements would have little or no anticipated cost

as they are based on a new Society of Automotive Engineers Recommended Practice J2948-20110. We believe that

manufacturers already intend to follow that Practice voluntarily. The benefits for these new provisions would be reduced

consumer confusion with these new controls and reduction of potential risk of death or injury. However, because these systems

are not widespread in current vehicles, their benefits cannot yet be readily quantified.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.114 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/12/2011 76 FR 77183

NPRM Comment Period End 03/12/2012 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/15/2012 77 FR 15351

NPRM Extended Comment Period End 03/22/2012 

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Final Rule 02/00/2015 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: John Finneran

Chief, Vehicle Controls and Adapted Vehicle Division

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5559 

E-Mail: john.finneran@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK93

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Title: Sound for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to The Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act of 2010, which directs the Secretary of

Transportation to study and establish a motor vehicle safety standard that provides for a means of alerting blind, and other

pedestrians of motor vehicle operation for hybrid and electric vehicles. The PRIA contains an estimate of 2800 fewer injured

pedestrians and pedalcyclists (35 equivalent lives saved) at a total estimated cost of $23.5 million at the 3% discount rate, and

$22.9 million at the 7% discount rate, should the requirements of the NPRM be made final.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final 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: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: Legislation requires the Secretary of Transportation to initiate rulemaking by July 2012, and issue a final rule

not later than January 2014.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Initiate rulemaking 07/05/2012 

Other Statutory Final Rule 01/03/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/14/2013 78 FR 2797

NPRM Comment Period End 03/15/2013 

Final Rule 04/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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.

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Marisol Medri

Safety Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-6987 

E-Mail: marisol.medri@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK97

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Title: Electronic Stability Control Systems for Heavy Vehicles (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would promulgate a new Federal standard that would require stability control systems on truck

tractors and motorcoaches that address both rollover and loss-of-control crashes, after an extensive research program to

evaluate the available technologies, an evaluation of the costs and benefits, and a review of manufacturer ́s product plans.

Rollover and loss-of-control crashes involving heavy vehicles is a serious safety issue that is responsible for 304 fatalities and

2,738 injuries annually. They are also a major cause of traffic tie-ups, resulting in millions of dollars of lost productivity, and

excess energy consumption each year. Suppliers and truck and motorcoach manufacturers have developed stability control

technology for heavy vehicles to mitigate these types of crashes. Our preliminary estimate produces an effectiveness range of

37 to 56 percent against single-vehicle tractor-trailer rollover crashes and 3 to 14 percent against loss-of-control crashes that

result from skidding on the road surface. With these effectiveness estimates, annually, we estimate 29-66 lives would be saved,

517-979 MAIS 1-5 injuries would be reduced, and 810-1,693 crashes that involved property damage only would be eliminated.

Additionally, it would save $10-$26 million in property damage and travel delays. Based on the technology unit costs and

affected vehicles, we estimate technology costs would be $55 to 107 million, annually. However, the costs savings from

reducing travel delay and property damage would produce net benefits of $128-$372 million. This rulemaking is responsive to

requirements of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/23/2012 77 FR 30766

NPRM Comment Period End 08/21/2012 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: George Soodoo

Chief, Vehicle Safety Dynamics Division (NVS-122)

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-2720 

FAX: 202-366-4329

E-Mail: george.soodoo@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL17

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Title: Make Inoperative Exemptions, Vehicle Modifications to Accommodate People With Disabilities, From FMVSS No. 226

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to a petition from Bruno Independent Living Aids to amend 49 CFR part 595, subpart

C, Make Inoperative Exemptions, Vehicle Modifications to Accommodate People With Disabilities. Bruno is requesting that the

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Agency include a new exemption relating to the Federal motor vehicle safety standard for ejection mitigation that would allow

them to modify vehicles without taking the vehicle out of compliance to facilitate the mobility of physically disabled drivers and

passengers. This request is similar to others already granted by the Agency.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.226; 49 CFR 595; 49 CFR 571.3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority 49 CFR

1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/26/2012 77 FR 65352

NPRM Comment Period End 12/26/2012 

Final Rule 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AI94;

Related to 2127-AK65

Agency Contact: Christopher Wiacek

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4801 

FAX: 202-493-2739

E-Mail: chris.wiacek@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL27

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Title: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment"

Abstract: This rulemaking would restore the side marker lamp requirements for vehicles that are over 80 inches wide, and also

less than 30 feet in overall length, to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices and

Associated Equipment. The requirements were modified when the agency published a final rule reorganizing the standard on

December 4, 2007. A 1980 final rule created a relaxed requirement for vehicles that are less than 30 feet in overall length, so

that dual-wheeled pickup trucks that share components with regular pickup trucks did not have to meet separate requirements.

This relaxed requirement was inadvertently omitted when the rule was reorganized in 2007, so this rulemaking would restore the

1980 language.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/04/2012 77 FR 71752

NPRM Comment Period End 01/03/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Markus Price

Safety Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0098 

E-Mail: markus.price@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL43

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Title: Registered Importers of Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured to Conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend NHTSA ́s regulations that pertain to the importation by registered importers (RIs) of

motor vehicles that were not originally manufactured to comply with all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety, bumper, and

theft prevention standards. The amendments would require RIs to certify to NHTSA, as appropriate, that an imported vehicle

either is not required to comply with the parts marking requirements of the Theft Prevention Standard, or that the vehicle

complies with those requirements as manufactured, or as modified prior to importation. The amendment would replace text that

was inadvertently omitted when the regulations were last revised.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 592 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30141 to 47; 49 USC 322

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/05/2013 78 FR 73169

NPRM Comment Period End 01/06/2014 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Coleman R Sachs 

Chief, Import and Certification Division, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-3151 

FAX: 202-366-1024

E-Mail: coleman.sachs@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL46

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Title: Organization and Delegation of Duties

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Abstract: This rulemaking would make one update and one procedural change to 49 CFR Part 501, the chapter of the Code of

Federal Regulations that sets forth the organization of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and

delegations of authority from the NHTSA Administrator to other Departmental officials, including the Deputy Administrator, Chief

Counsel, and Senior Associate Administrators. This rule is ministerial in nature, and relates only to Agency management,

organization, procedure, and practice. As this rule would not have a substantive impact on the public, the Agency does not

expect to receive significant comments on the substance of the rule.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 501 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 105; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Dana Sade

Attorney-Advisor

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1834 

E-Mail: dana.sade@nhtsa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL50

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Title: Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard, MY 2015 High-Theft Light-Duty Truck and Exempted Vehicle Line

Listing

Abstract: This rulemaking would update the regulation to amend appendix A to list the likely high-theft light duty truck lines that

are subject to the parts-marking requirements of the theft prevention standard, and to amend appendix A-I to include vehicle

lines that are exempted from the parts-marking requirements beginning with model year 2015.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 541; 49 CFR 542; 49 CFR 543 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33101-06; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor

Division Chief, Consumer Standards

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0846 

FAX: 202-493-2290

E-Mail: rosalind.proctor@nhtsa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL04

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Title: Q3s 3-Year-Old Side Impact Dummy (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would apply to a new anthropomorphic test device to be specified in title 49, part 572 of the CFR.

The new device is a crash test dummy that represents a 3-year-old-child. The dummy, known as the Q3s, was developed to

evaluate injuries to children in side impact crashes. If adopted into part 572, NHTSA would be able to propose the new dummy

 ́s use in future side impact upgrades of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child restraint systems. This

rulemaking would be responsive to requirements of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Publish Final Rule 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 11/21/2013 78 FR 69943

NPRM Comment Period End 01/24/2014 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AK95

Agency Contact: Peter Martin

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5668 

E-Mail: peter.martin@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL34

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Title: Upgrade FMVSS No. 213 for Improved Child Occupant Protection

Abstract: In accordance with section 31501(b) of MAP-21, this rulemaking would upgrade FMVSS No. 213 seat assembly and

test parameters. NHTSA is considering updates to the standard seat geometry, seat cushion stiffness, and seat belt assembly

that better replicate real world conditions. In addition, revision to the frontal crash sled pulse is being considered to be more

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representative of crash pulses of the current vehicle fleet. Prior to MAP-21, the agency had expressed its intention of examining

potential upgrades to the frontal sled test in FMVSS No. 213 in its 2009-2011 Priority Plan (76 FR 17808 Docket NHTSA-2009-

0108).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30101; PL 112-141, sec 31501; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: MAP-21 requires a final rule by October 1, 2016.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Initiate Rulemaking 10/01/2014 

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/01/2016 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Cristina Echemendia

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-6345 

E-Mail: cristina.echemendia@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL36

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Title: Advanced Glazing and Anti-Ejection Countermeasures

Abstract: In accordance with section 32703(b)(2) of MAP-21, this rulemaking would require motorcoach advanced glazing and

anti-ejection safety countermeasures. NHTSA is considering portal improvements, such as advanced glazing, to prevent partial

and complete ejection of motorcoach passengers, including children. In prescribing such standards, NHTSA will consider the

impact of such standards on the use of motorcoach portals as a means of emergency egress. In 2007, NHTSA published its

Approach to Motorcoach Safety describing the agency ́s comprehensive strategy to improve motorcoach safety. NHTSA ́s

approach to motorcoach safety included four priority areas: reducing the risk of passenger ejection by requiring seat belts,

improving rollover structural integrity, enhancing emergency evacuation, and upgrading fire safety. The U.S. Department of

Transportation ́s (DOT) Motor Coach Safety Action Plan, issued in 2009 and updated in 2012, reasserted NHTSA ́s 2007 plan

to reduce the risk of motorcoach passenger ejection by implementing new test procedures and more stringent window retention

performance requirements for passenger ejection mitigation.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.205 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30101; PL 112-141, sec 32703; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: Subtitle G of MAP-21 titled "Motorcoach Enhanced Safety Act of 2012," includes section 32703(b)(2) which

directs the Secretary of Transportation to prescribe regulations that address anti-ejection safety countermeasures, including

advanced glazing within two years of the enactment of MAP-21, if such a standard meets the requirements and considerations

set forth in subsections (a) and (b) of section 30111 of title 49, United States Code.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule or Letter to Congress 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Check Kam

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0247 

E-Mail: check.kam@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK43

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Title: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, Rearview Mirrors

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend Federal Motor Vehicle Standard No. 111; Rearview Mirrors, to reflect requirements

contained in the Cameron Gulbransen Kids Transportation Safety Act of 2007 (Act). The Act requires that NHTSA expand the

required field of view to enable the driver of a motor vehicle to detect areas behind the motor vehicle to reduce death and injury

resulting from backing incidents, particularly incidents involving small children and disabled persons. According to the Act, such

a standard may be met by the provision of additional mirrors, sensors, cameras, or other technology to expand the driver ́s field

of view.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.111 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Initiate rulemaking 02/28/2009 

Other Statutory Final Rule 02/28/2011 

Other Statutory FR per Letter to Congress 12/31/2011 

Other Statutory FR per 2nd Letter to Congress 02/29/2012 

Other Statutory FR per 3nd Letter to Congress 12/31/2012 

Other Statutory Final Rule 01/02/2013 

Other Statutory FR per 4th Letter to Congress 01/02/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 03/04/2009 74 FR 9477

ANPRM Comment Period End 05/04/2009 

NPRM 12/07/2010 75 FR 76185

NPRM Comment Period End 02/07/2011 

NPRM Comment Period Reopened 03/02/2011 76 FR 11417

NPRM Comment Period Reopened End 04/18/2011 

Final Action 04/07/2014 79 FR 19178

Final Action Effective 06/06/2014 

Additional Information: The comment entitled 'Safety on Garbage Trucks' found in DOT's August 2011 Retrospective

Regulatory Review Plan has been considered as part of this rulemaking. In considering several factors, the Agency has

proposed to limit the scope of this rulemaking to light vehicles. The monetized costs outweigh the monetized benefits and,

therefore, the net impact is a cost of between $677 million and $1,048 million. SB: N, IC: N, SLT: N

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Markus Price

Safety Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0098 

E-Mail: markus.price@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK56

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Title: Require Installation of Seat Belts on Motorcoaches, FMVSS No. 208 (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would require the installation of lap/shoulder belts in newly-manufactured motorcoaches.

Specifically, this rulemaking would establish a new definition for motorcoaches in 49 CFR part 571.3. It would also amend

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, Occupant Crash Protection, to require the installation of lap/shoulder belts at

all driver and passenger seating positions. It would also require the installation of lap/shoulder belts at driver seating positions of

large school buses in FMVSS No. 208. This rulemaking responds, in part, to recommendations made by the National

Transportation Safety Board for improving bus safety, and to a newly enacted statutory mandate in MAP-21 to require seat belts

in certain buses.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208; 49 CFR 571.3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/05/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/18/2010 75 FR 50958

NPRM Comment Period End 10/18/2010 

Final Rule 11/25/2013 78 FR 70415

Final Rule Effective 11/28/2016 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Shashi Kuppa

Chief, Special Vehicles and Systems Division

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-3827 

FAX: 202-493-7002

E-Mail: shashi.kuppa@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AK87

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Title: Upgrade of Event Data Recorder Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would expand the utility of the amount and type of data Event Data Recorders (EDRs) capture in

light vehicles in the event of a crash. The rulemaking would consider requiring some of the optional data elements specified in

49 CFR part 563. Part 563 established the current reporting requirement of voluntarily installed EDRs in light vehicles. In

addition, this rulemaking would make revisions to the optional data elements to account for the latest advances in vehicle safety.

Part 563 presently requires vehicle manufacturers who are voluntarily installing EDRs to be in compliance with the regulation by

September 1, 2012. In a separate rulemaking (2127-AK86 Mandatory part 563 Event Data Recorder Requirements), the agency

would propose requiring that all light vehicles comply with the requirements specified in current 49 CFR 563. This rulemaking

would seek additional information from the public and expand upon that initiative. Moreover, this rulemaking would contribute to

advancements in vehicle designs, advanced restraints, and other safety countermeasures. The costs are expected to be minimal

since some vehicle manufacturers presently capture additional data beyond part 563 in their EDRs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.563 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.50

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Terminated 02/21/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AJ10;

Related to 2127-AK27

Agency Contact: David Sutula

Safety Standards Engineer

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-3273 

FAX: 202-366-4329

E-Mail: david.sutula@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL13

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Title: Response to Petitions for Reconsideration (Part 2), Designated Seating Position, and Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to remaining issues regarding petitions for reconsideration received in response to a

final rule. On October 8, 2008, NHTSA published a final rule amending the definition of the term, "designated seating position,"

as used in the Federal motor vehicle safety standards, to more clearly indicate which areas within the interior of a vehicle meet

that definition. The final rule also established a calculation procedure for determining the number of designated seating positions

at a seat location based upon seating surface width for passenger cars, buses, and light trucks and multipurpose passenger

vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) less than 4,536 kilograms (kg) or 10,000 pounds (lb). On December 23,

2009 (74 FR 68185), a partial final rule responding to petitions for reconsideration was published that allowed one additional

year of lead time so that vehicle manufacturers would need to start complying with the final rule on September 1, 2011. This

final rule would address the remaining petitions for reconsideration and requests for interpretation of the October 2008 final rule.

These include changes to the adopted definition of a DSP, the seating surface measuring procedure, countermeasure definition,

and the DSP calculation. It would also address technical corrections, similitude with draft SAE J1100:2009, consumer

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information labels for non-DSPs and petitions on preemption.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; delegation of authority at 49

CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 11/15/2013 78 FR 68748

Final Action Effective 12/16/2013 

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AI94;

Related to 2127-AK65

Agency Contact: Shashi Kuppa

Chief, Special Vehicles and Systems Division

Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-3827 

FAX: 202-493-7002

E-Mail: shashi.kuppa@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) RIN: 2127-AL35

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Title: Petitions for Reconsideration of 10 Year-Old Dummy Into FMVSS No. 213

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to the petitions for reconsideration of the February 27, 2012 final rule. Most of the

comments were regarding the new label requirement for child restraint with internal harness specifying the maximum child

weight for lower anchorage usage to attach the child restraint to the vehicle seat.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30101; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 02/25/2014 79 FR 10396

Final Action Effective Date 02/27/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2127-AL10

Agency Contact: Cristina Echemendia

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Department of Transportation

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-6345 

E-Mail: cristina.echemendia@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC10

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Title: Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing for Maintenance-of-Way Employees

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the Federal Railroad Administration ́s (FRA) alcohol and drug regulations to cover all

employees of railroads, railroad contractors, and subcontractors who perform maintenance-of-way activities. The FRA alcohol

and drug regulations (49 CFR part 219) contain certain prohibitions on the use and possession of alcohol and drugs. The

regulations also contain requirements for post-accident toxicological (PAT) testing, random testing, reasonable cause testing,

reasonable suspicion testing, co-worker and voluntary referral policies, pre-employment drug testing, and reporting. Currently,

the regulations only apply to covered employees (defined as employees assigned to perform covered service subject to the

Hours-of-Service Act, 49 CFR chapter 211). In response to a statutory mandate, the proposed rulemaking would expand

coverage of part 219 to employees who perform maintenance-of-way (MOW) activities. This rulemaking would also make other

miscellaneous updates to 14 CFR part 219.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 226 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 220-432, Div A, 122 Stat 4848 et seq; Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008; sec 412 (uncodified)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/16/2010 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC11

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Title: Risk Reduction Program

Abstract: This rulemaking would consider appropriate contents for Risk Reduction Programs, and how they should be

implemented and reviewed by FRA.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 237 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-432, Div A, 122 Stat 4848 et seq.; Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008; sec 103, 49 USC 20156

"Railroad Safety Risk Reduction Program"

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/16/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 12/08/2010 75 FR 76345

ANPRM Comment Period End 02/07/2011 

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB - N, IC - N, SLT - N A comment on this rulemaking was received during the RRR process.

Following publication of an ANPRM, hearings were held on July 19, 2011 (Chicago, IL) and July 21, 2011 (Washington, DC).

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC34

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Title: Passenger Train Door Operation and Door Safety Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the passenger equipment safety standards to enhance safety standards as they relate

to passenger door securement while a passenger train is in service, based on research and experiences of FRA safety

inspectors. Specifically, FRA would incorporate by reference APTA standard: "APTA SS-M-18-10 Standard for Powered Exterior

Side Door System Design for New Passenger Cars."

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 238 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461, note; 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20133; 49 USC 20141; 49 USC

20302 and 20303; 49 USC 20306; 49 USC 20701 and 20702; 49 USC 21301 and 21302; 49 USC 21304

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/26/2014 79 FR 16978

NPRM Comment Period End 05/27/2014 

Final Rule 02/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

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Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC40

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Title: Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers; Miscellaneous Revisions (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would make conforming revisions to part 240 "Qualification and certification of locomotive engineers"

consistent with part 242 "Qualification and Certification of Conductors". The promulgation of the conductor certification regulation

highlighted areas in the regulation governing locomotive engineer certification that may require conforming changes. Such

changes could include amending the program submission process, adding 49 CFR 218, subpart F violations as revocable

offenses, handling engineer and conductor petitions for review with a single FRA board, and revising filing requirements for

petitions to the Locomotive Engineer Review Board.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 240 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461, note; 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20135; 49 USC 21301; 49 USC

21304; 49 USC 21311

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC41

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Title: Hours of Service Recordkeeping; Electronic Recordkeeping Amendments (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose to provide simplified recordkeeping requirements to allow Class III and commuter

railroads to utilize electronic recordkeeping. It would propose to permit railroads without electronic recordkeeping systems to

manage reports of excess service internally without submitting them to the FRA, as currently required. The rule would not

require the use of electronic recordkeeping, would be better tailored to small operations, and is expected to decrease the

burden hours spent on recordkeeping.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 49 CFR 228 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 21101 to 21109

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC42

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Title: Use of Locomotive Horns at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings; Miscellaneous Revisions

Abstract: This rulemaking would make miscellaneous revisions to the existing regulations to address pedestrian crossings and

alternatives to train horns in unique situations.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 222 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20153

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC43

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Title: Safety Glazing Standards; Miscellaneous Revisions (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose to eliminate the requirement to stencil the interior wall of a locomotive, passenger

car, or caboose which has compliant FRA glazing (section 223.17), update FRA ́s interpretation of "historical or antiquated

equipment[,]", add a definition of the term to the rule text, and generally update the part to remove passed compliance dates.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 223 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20701

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC46

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Title: Passenger Equipment Safety Standards; Standards for Alternative Compliance and High-Speed Trainsets

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend 49 CFR part 238 to update existing safety standards for passenger rail equipment.

Specifically, the proposed rulemaking would add standards for alternative compliance with requirements for tier I passenger

equipment, increase the maximum authorized speed for tier II passenger equipment, and add requirements for a new tier III

category of passenger equipment.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 238 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

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Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AB89

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Title: Roadway Worker Protection; Miscellaneous Revisions

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise FRA ́s Roadway Worker Protection regulations in 49 CFR, part 214, to further advance

the on-track safety of railroad employees and contractors engaged in maintenance-of-way activities throughout the general

railroad system of transportation, including clarification of existing regulations. In doing so, FRA will review existing technical

bulletins and a safety advisory dealing with on-track safety to consider implications, and as appropriate, consider enhancements

to the existing regulations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 214 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461; 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 21301; 49 USC 21304

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/20/2012 77 FR 50324

NPRM Comment Period End 10/19/2012 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2130-AA86

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC06

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Title: Training Standards for Railroad Employees

Abstract: This rulemaking would: (1) establish minimum training standards for each class or craft of safety-related employee

and equivalent railroad contractor and subcontractor employee by requiring railroads, contractors, and subcontractors to qualify

and document the proficiency of such employees on their knowledge and ability to comply with Federal railroad safety laws and

regulations, and railroad rules, and procedures intended to implement those laws and regulations, etc.; (2) require submission of

the training and qualification programs for FRA approval; and (3) establish a minimum training curriculum, and ongoing training

criteria, testing, and skills evaluation measures.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 243 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-432, Div A, 122 Stat 4848 et seq; Railroad Safety Improvement Act of 2008; sec 401 (49 USC 20162)

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Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/16/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/07/2012 77 FR 6412

NPRM Comment Period End 04/09/2012 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: With respect to the RFA Analysis, please note the following: Businesses: Affected businesses include

any employer of a safety-related railroad employee, including railroads and any contractor to a railroad. For profit training

organizations and learning institutions that train safety-related railroad employees would also be affected. Organizations:

Associations and other organizations that voluntarily develop model training programs for their members may also be affected.

Governmental Jurisdictions: This category is only affected to the extent that a State or local jurisdiction is the owner or operator

of a passenger or commuter railroad, and none of the impacted governmental jurisdictions are considered to be small entities.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions; Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC14

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Title: Emergency Escape Breathing Apparatus

Abstract: This rulemaking would prescribe regulations that require railroads to provide a specified emergency escape breathing

apparatus for all crew members in locomotive cabs on freight trains carrying poison-inhalation-hazard hazardous material, and

provide training in its use.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-432, Div A, 122 Stat 4848 et seq; Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008; sec 413 49 USC 20166

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 04/16/2010 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/05/2010 75 FR 61386

NPRM Comment Period End 12/06/2010 

Final Rule 12/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB - N, IC - N, SLT - N A comment on this rulemaking was received during the RRR process.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC26

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Title: National Highway-Rail Crossing Inventory Reporting Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would require railroads to provide and periodically update information about the characteristics of

public, private, and pathway crossings over which they operate. This rulemaking is being prompted by Section 204 of the Rail

Safety Improvement Act of 2008.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 222 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20160

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/18/2012 77 FR 64077

NPRM Comment Period End 12/17/2012 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC31

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Title: Railroad System Safety Program

Abstract: This rulemaking would improve passenger railroad safety through structured, proactive processes and procedures

developed by passenger railroad operators. It would require passenger railroads to establish a System Safety Program that

would systematically evaluate and manage risks in order to reduce the number and rates of railroad accidents, incidents,

injuries, and fatalities. This rulemaking was bifurcated from 2130-AC11.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

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Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 270 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461, note; 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20106 and 20107; 49 USC 20118 and 20119; 49

USC 20156; 49 USC 21301; 49 USC 21304; 49 USC 21311

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 10/16/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/07/2012 77 FR 55372

NPRM Comment Period End 11/06/2012 

NPRM Comment Period Reopened 11/26/2012 77 FR 70409

Comment Period End 12/07/2012 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC32

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Title: Positive Train Control Systems: De Minimis Exception, Yard Movements, En Route Failures; Miscellaneous Grade

Crossing/Signal and Train Control Amendments (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise Positive Train Control regulations by defining the de minimis exception and en route

failures, proposing exceptions relating to yard movements that may not be considered on the main line system, and amending

regulations governing grade crossing and signal and train control systems. The rulemaking is in response to a petition for

rulemaking from the Association of American Railroads.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 234; 49 CFR 236 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20102 and 20103; 28 USC 2461, note; 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20133; 49 USC

20141; 49 USC 20157; 49 USC 20301 to 20303; 49 USC 20306; 49 USC 21301 and 21302; 49 USC 21304

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/11/2012 77 FR 73589

NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/28/2013 78 FR 5767

NPRM Comment Period End 02/11/2013 

Comment Period End 03/11/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB - N SLT - N IC - N This rulemaking could have positive net benefits of $156.2 million when

discounted at 7% over 20 years and $211 million over 20 years, when discounted at 3%.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC44

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Title: Revisions to Signal System Reporting Requirements (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose the elimination of the requirement to submit a signal system report every five years.

FRA believes that the information contained in such reports is available to FRA through other sources, and the need for a

separate and somewhat duplicative report every five years is unnecessary.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 233 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20503

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/19/2013 78 FR 36738

NPRM Comment Period End 08/19/2013 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB: N, IC: N, SLT: N

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC45

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Title: Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program Application Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking would govern the application requirements for the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program.

The revisions are prompted by enactment of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act, which converted the

Surface Transportation Project Delivery Pilot Program into a permanent program, allowed any State to apply for the Program,

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expanded the scope of the Secretary's responsibilities that may be assigned and assumed under the Program, and created a

renewal process for Program participation.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 773; 49 CFR 42 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1313 of MAP-21

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 06/28/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/30/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 10/29/2013 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC00

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Title: Critical Incident Stress Plan; Critical Incident Definition

Abstract: This rulemaking defines the term "critical incident." This rulemaking defines program elements appropriate for the rail

environment for certain railroads' critical incident response programs so that appropriate action is taken when a railroad

employee is involved in or directly witnesses a critical incident.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 272 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-432, div, sec 410(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/28/2013 78 FR 38878

NPRM Comment Period End 08/27/2013 

Final Rule 03/25/2014 79 FR 16218

Final Rule Effective Date 06/23/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

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Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC22

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Title: Passenger Train Emergency Systems; Doors, Emergency Lighting, Emergency Signage and Markings for Egress and

Access, and Low-Location Emergency Exit Path Marking; Miscellaneous Amendments

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the passenger equipment safety standards to enhance standards for passenger train

emergency systems, and would clarify the passenger train emergency preparedness standards. Specifically, FRA would

incorporate by reference three APTA emergency system standards: "Standard for Emergency Lighting System Design for

Passenger Cars," "Standard for Emergency Signage for Egress/Access of Passenger Rail Equipment," and "Standard for LowLocation Exit Path Marking." Miscellaneous amendments to FRA's existing regulations would include: (1) clarifying that new

passenger cars must have at least two exterior side doors, one on each side; (2) requiring removable panels/windows in

vestibule doors for new passenger cars; (3) consolidating various door requirements into one section for easier reference; and

(4) revising part 239 to explicitly address train crew participation in debrief and critique sessions.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 238; 49 CFR 239 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 28 USC 241, note; 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20103, 20107, 20133, 20141, 20302 and 20303, 20306, 20701 and

20702; 49 USC 21301 and 21302, 21304

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/03/2012 77 FR 154

NPRM Comment Period End 03/05/2012 

Final Rule 11/29/2013 78 FR 71786

Final Action Effective 01/28/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC28

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Title: Track Safety Standards: Improving Rail Integrity

Abstract: This rulemaking would prescribe specific requirements for effective rail inspection frequencies, rail flaw remedial

actions, minimum operator qualifications, and requirements for rail inspection records. In addition, it would remove the regulatory

requirements concerning joint bar fracture reporting. Section 403(c) of the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 mandates that

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FRA promulgate regulations addressing rail flaw detection inspections.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 213 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461, note; 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20102 to 20114; 49 USC 20142; sec 403, div. A; PL 110-432,

122 Stat 4885

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Final Rule 10/18/2010 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/19/2012 77 FR 64249

Comment Period End 12/18/2012 

Final Rule 01/24/2014 79 FR 4234

Final Rule Effective 03/25/2014 

Additional Information: SB - N, IC - N, SLT - N This rulemaking will address a comment on DOT's Retrospective Regulatory

Review.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC33

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Title: Revisions to Passenger Train Emergency Preparedness Regulations

Abstract: The rulemaking would propose a series of unrelated revisions to 49 CFR part 239. These proposed revisions would:

(1) create a definition for emergency response communication centers to ensure that railroad personnel who coordinate first

responders receive control center employee training provided by part 239; (2) require railroads develop procedures to promote

the safe evacuation of disabled passengers; (3) make the FRA emergency preparedness plan approval process more efficient;

and (4) create new testing and inspection requirements for railroads covered by part 239. These revisions are based on a

recommendation made to FRA by the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 239 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20133; 49 USC 20141; 49 USC 20302 and 20303; 49 USC 20306;

49 USC 20701 and 20702; 49 USC 21301 and 21302; 49 USC 21304; 28 USC 2461, note; 49 CFR 1.49

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/27/2012 77 FR 38248

NPRM Comment Period End 08/27/2012 

Final Rule 03/31/2014 79 FR 18128

Final Rule Effective Date 07/29/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) RIN: 2130-AC37

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Title: Roadway Worker Protection; Adjacent-Track On-Track Safety--Response to Petitions for Reconsideration

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to petitions for reconsideration of the final rule published on November 30, 2011. This

Final Rule will make amendments to the original Adjacent-Track On-Track Safety Final Rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 214 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/10/2014 79 FR 1743

Final Rule Effective 07/01/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2130-AB96

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Railroad Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-493-6063 

E-Mail: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB06

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Title: Private Sector Participation

Abstract: This rulemaking will address the impediments to the private sector's participation in public transportation capital

projects through public private partnerships (P3s) and private investment. It will also address the protection of the public interest

and public investment in public transportation projects involving private participants.

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Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sect 20012(b)(5) of MAP-21; 49 USC 5315

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory The Secretary shall issue a rule including procedures and approaches

regarding private sector participation in public transportation projects. 10/01/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jayme Blakesley

Attorney-Advisor

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-0304 

E-Mail: jayme.blakesley@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB10

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Title: Statewide and Nonmetropolitan Transportation Planning; Metropolitan Transportation Planning (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose amendments 49 CFR part 613 and 23 CFR part 450 under which the FTA and the

FHWA respectively administer the Metropolitan Transportation Planning program and the Statewide Nonmetropolitan

Transportation Planning program. MAP-21 requires a continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated transportation planning and

programming process in metropolitan areas, nonmetropolitan areas, and Statewide.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 450; 23 CFR 500; 49 CFR 613 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1201, 1202, 1310, and 1320, PL 112 to 141

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2125-AF52

Agency Contact: Dana Nifosi

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4000 

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E-Mail: dana.nifosi@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB11

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Title: Bus Testing: Pass/Fail and Safety Criteria (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend FTA ́s Bus Testing regulation (49 CFR part 665) to implement 49 USC section 5318,

as amended by MAP-21, specifically, to establish a pass/fail standard and minimum safety performance standards pursuant to

49 USC 5329(b).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 665 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5318

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 10/01/2014 10/01/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Bruce Walker

Attorney-Advisor

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4011 

FAX: 202-366-3809

E-Mail: Bruce.Walker@fta.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB16

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Title: Buy America: Amendments (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend 49 CFR part 661 to incorporate changes to the waiver process made by MAP-21, and

to make other conforming updates and amendments.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 661 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5323(j) and (m)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Jayme Blakesley

Attorney-Advisor

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0304 

E-Mail: jayme.blakesley@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB19

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Title: State Safety Oversight (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking will set standards for State Safety Oversight of rail transit systems and criteria for award of FTA

grant funds to help the States develop and carry out their oversight programs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 659 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 112 to 141, sec 20021

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Scott Biehl

Senior Counsel

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington , DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0826 

E-Mail: scott.biehl@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB13

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Title: Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would implement 49 U.S.C. 5324, as amended by MAP-21, the public transportation emergency

relief program. The rulemaking would establish eligible activities and ineligible activities, processes, and procedures for applying

for grants.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 602 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 49 USC 5324; 49 USC 5334

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final 12/31/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 03/29/2013 78 FR 19136

Interim Final Rule Effective 03/29/2013 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 05/28/2013 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Bonnie Graves

Attorney Advisor

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0644 

E-Mail: bonnie.graves@fta.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB14

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Title: Additional Categorical Exclusions Under NEPA (MAP-21)

Abstract: Under MAP-21, section 1318, the Department of Transportation was mandated to survey categorical exclusions (CE)

use on transportation projects since 2005, and to solicit requests from transit agencies and state departments of transportation

for new CEs. This rulemaking pertains to the new categorical exclusions; FTA is proposing to add CEs to its environmental

regulations (23 CFR 771) in order to comply with MAP-21, as well as to improve the efficiency of the environmental review

process. The additional CEs make the least intensive form of review available for those actions that typically do not have the

potential for significant environmental effects, and, therefore, do not merit additional analysis and documentation associated with

an environmental assessment (EA), or an environmental impact statement (EIS).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771; 49 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 1318 of MAP-21 (PL 112 to 141)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Statutory deadline within MAP-21 for NPRM. 01/29/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/19/2013 78 FR 57587

NPRM Comment Period End 11/18/2013 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Christopher VanWyk

Attorney-Advisor

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Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-1733 

E-Mail: christopher.vanwyk@fta.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB15

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Title: Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program

Abstract: This rulemaking will implement changes to the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program (23 U.S.C. 327)

established by SAFETEA-LU, which originally enabled the Secretary of Transportation to assign NEPA responsibilities for

highway projects to five specific States. Section 1313 of MAP-21 made several key modifications to this program, including:

removing the "pilot" designation and making the program permanent; extending eligibility to all States; allowing assignment of

NEPA responsbilities for transit, railroad, and multimodal projects in addition to highway projects; and providing transit agencies

the option to request opting out of the program. MAP-21 requires that the Secretary of Transportation amend the regulation that

establishes application requirements of a State requesting to participate in the program. A joint rulemaking effort between FTA,

FHW, and FRA to amend the existing regulation at 23 CFR 773 would satisfy these requirements of MAP-21.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 773 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 23 USC 327, sec 1313 of MAP-21 (PL 112 to 141)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Statutory deadline in 23 U.S.C. 327 06/27/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/30/2013 78 FR 53712

NPRM Comment Period End 10/29/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2125-AF50

Agency Contact: Dana Nifosi

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4000 

E-Mail: dana.nifosi@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB07

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Title: Transit Asset Management

Abstract: This ANPRM has been consolidated with the ANPRM for the National and Public Transportation Agency Safety

Plans. See 2132-AB20. This rule will establish a system for Transit Asset Management (TAM) for all operators of public

transportation and for all modes of transportation throughout the United States. This national system will be based on the term

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"State of Good Repair" to be developed through rulemaking, which will generate accurate data about the condition of the transit

agencies ́ assets, and performance measures for improving the conditions of those assets.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5326(d)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Secretary must issue rule to implement the Transit Asset Management

System by October 1, 2013. 10/01/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

ANPRM 10/03/2013 78 FR 61251

ANPRM Comment Period End 01/02/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Merge with 2132-AB20

Agency Contact: Scott Biehl

Senior Counsel

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington , DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0826 

E-Mail: scott.biehl@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB17

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Title: Core Capacity Projects (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would address a new category of eligible capital investment projects created by MAP-21 called core

capacity projects. The proposed projects must increase capacity in the corridor by at least 10 percent.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5309

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Candace Key Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

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Phone: 202-366-4000 

E-Mail: candace.key@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB18

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Title: New and Small Start Projects (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would establish the steps in the process for New and Small Starts projects. The final rule published

in January 2013 made final most of the MAP-21 evaluation criteria, except for the congestion relief criterion. This new

rulemaking would build on that work by establishing the requirements for advancing through the steps in the process, and

outlining the congestion relief criterion that will be used by FTA.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 611 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5309

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Dana Nifosi

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4000 

E-Mail: dana.nifosi@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB20

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Title: National and Public Transportation Safety Plans (MAP-21) and Transit Asset Management

Abstract: This is a joint ANPRM for certain requirements of the Public Transportation Safety Program and the National Transit

Asset Management System. SAFETY This rule, mandated by MAP-21, will create and implement a National Public

Transportation Safety Plan that will include: (1) safety performance criteria for all modes of public transportation; (2) the

definition of State of Good Repair established under separate rulemaking; (3) minimum safety performance standards for public

transportation vehicles used in revenue operations that do not apply to vehicles regulated by another Federal agency; and (4) a

public transportation safety certification training program. This rule will also establish requirements for each 5307 and 5311

recipient in developing and implementing individual agency safety plans. This rule will ultimately be broken into three separate

rulemakings for the National Plan and the Agency Plans and the training certification program. TRANSIT ASSET MANAGMENT

See 2132-AB07

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5326 and 5329

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

ANPRM 10/03/2013 78 FR 61251

ANPRM Comment Period End 01/02/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2132-AB07

Agency Contact: Scott Biehl

Senior Counsel

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington , DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0826 

E-Mail: scott.biehl@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) RIN: 2132-AB05

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Title: Environmental Impact and Related Procedures (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking changes FTA and FHWA joint procedures that implement NEPA. This action also adds two new

categorical exclusions under 23 CFR 771.117(c) for actions eligible for assistance under 23 USC, within an existing operational

right-of-way, and actions with limited Federal assistance as described in section 1316 and 1317 of MAP-21, respectively.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771; 49 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: section 1316 and 1317 of MAP-21 (PL 112 to 141)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory NPRM 02/28/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/28/2013 78 FR 13609

NPRM Comment Period End 04/29/2013 

Final Rule 01/13/2014 79 FR 2107

Final Rule Effective 02/12/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Merge with 2125-AF48

Agency Contact: Dana Nifosi

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4000 

E-Mail: dana.nifosi@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Maritime Administration ( MARAD ) RIN: 2133-AB87

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Title: National Shipping Authority, Ship Manager Citizenship

Abstract: The agency is considering whether to revise its longstanding citizenship requirements for Ready Reserve Fleet and

National Defense Reserve Fleet Ship Managers and General Agents. The criteria are over 50 years old. It has been 20 years

since we last queried the public on this issue. Our decision then was to leave the requirement unchanged. We are seeking to

ensure whether the citizenship criteria are relevant and current with US maritime commerce today.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 315 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 46 USC 121; 46 USC 50501

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kevin Tokarski

Associate Administrator for National Security

Department of Transportation

Maritime Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-0084 

E-Mail: kevin.tokarski@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Maritime Administration ( MARAD ) RIN: 2133-AB84

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Title: Marine Highway Corridor Expansion

Abstract: This rulemaking would broaden the definition of short sea transportation routes to include routes that do not have

parallel landside routes. Previously, because the purpose of the law was limited to reducing landside congestion, it applied only

to waterways that paralleled landside transportation routes, thus excluding routes between islands. Pursuant to section 405, of

the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012, the amended definition allows for the expansion of Marine Highway

routes to include the Hawaiian Islands and other U.S. ports.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 393 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 405 Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012, PL 112-213

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mitch Hudson

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Maritime Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9373 

E-Mail: mitch.hudson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Maritime Administration ( MARAD ) RIN: 2133-AB86

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Title: American Fisheries Act

Abstract: This rulemaking would update 46 CFR section 356.51 and 356.47 to conform to the amendments made to 46 U.S.C.

12113 by sections 601(b)(2) and 602(a) of Public Law 111 to 281, respectively. This rule would also update 46 CFR 356.47(e)

to conform to amendments made to 46 USC 12113 by section 307 of Public Law 112 to 213. These updates provide additional

criteria necessary for MARAD to issue fishery endorsement eligibility determinations under the AFA.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 356 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 46 USC 12113(d); sec 602 of PL111-281, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010.; sec 307 PL 112 to

213, The Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act 2012

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mitch Hudson

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Maritime Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9373 

E-Mail: mitch.hudson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Maritime Administration ( MARAD ) RIN: 2133-AB85

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Title: Maritime Security Program Extension

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend 46 CFR part 296 to conform to the technical changes made to 46 U.S.C. chapter 531

pursuant to section 3508 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2013. It would allow for the extension of the Maritime

Security Program by updating 46 CFR part 296, the current MSP implementing regulations.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 46 CFR 296 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 46 USC Chapter 531; sec 3508 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2013

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mitch Hudson

Attorney

Department of Transportation

Maritime Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-9373 

E-Mail: mitch.hudson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Maritime Administration ( MARAD ) RIN: 2133-AB74

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Title: Cargo Preference

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise and clarify the cargo preference regulations that have not been revised substantially

since 1971. The rulemaking would also implement statutory changes, including section 3511, Public Law 110 to 417, of The

National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2009, which provides enforcement authority.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 381 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 CFR 1.66; 46 app USC 1101; 46 app USC 1241; 46 USC 2302 (e)(1); PL 91-469

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Additional Information: SB no, IC unknown, SLT no, Cost/benefits unknown, Notes: draft sent to OMB 12/16/11

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2133-AB75

Agency Contact: Christine Gurland Department of Transportation

Maritime Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-5157 

E-Mail: christine.gurland@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

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Maritime Administration ( MARAD ) RIN: 2133-AB78

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Title: Transportation Priority Allocation System (RRR)

Abstract: This action is terminated, the agency will combine this initiative with a larger Departmental TPAS regulation. These

regulations would complement DOT ́s Defense Production Act regulations.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 341 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Defense Production Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Terminated 02/10/2014 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Christine Gurland Department of Transportation

Maritime Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-5157 

E-Mail: christine.gurland@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Maritime Administration ( MARAD ) RIN: 2133-AB82

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Title: War Risk Ship Valuation (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would remove outdated information related to War Risk Evaluation. Certain parts of these regulations

refer to a War Valuation Committee that no longer exists, and specify methods for valuation that are not being used by MARAD.

Pursuant to DOT’s retrospective review plan under Executive Order 13563, this action would eliminate requirements that no

longer address current issues.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 308; 46 CFR 309 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Merchant Marine Act of 1936 as amended (46 USC 1101 to 1294)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 03/31/2014 79 FR 17896

Final Rule Effective 04/30/2014 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563. SB - N, IC - N, SLT - N

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

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Agency Contact: Christine Gurland Department of Transportation

Maritime Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-5157 

E-Mail: christine.gurland@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation ( SLSDC ) RIN: 2135-AA33

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Title: Seaway Regulations and Rules: Periodic Update, Various Categories

Abstract: The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) and the St. Lawrence Seaway Management

Corporation (SLSMC) of Canada, under international agreement, jointly publish and presently administer the St. Lawrence

Seaway Regulations and Rules (Practices and Procedures in Canada) in their respective jurisdictions. Under agreement with

the SLSMC, the SLSDC is amending the joint regulations by updating the Seaway Regulations and Rules in various categories.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 401 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 983(a) and 33 USC 984(a)(4)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/28/2014 79 FR 4433

NPRM Comment Period End 02/27/2014 

Final Rule 03/06/2014 79 FR 12658

Final Rule Effective 03/31/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Carrie Lynn Lavigne 

Chief Counsel

Department of Transportation

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation

180 Andrews Street, Massena, NY 13662

Massena , NY 13662 

Phone: 315 764-3231 

E-Mail: carrie.lavigne@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE58

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Adoption of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

Section XII and the Nat'l Board Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors Code

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the HMR to revise existing requirements applicable to the design, construction, and

certification of cargo tank motor vehicles and cryogenic portable tanks, and to reference the standards in the American Society

of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code section XII. The rule would also amend the continuing

qualification and maintenance requirements for cargo tank motor vehicles and portable tanks to reference the National Board

Boiler and Pressure Inspectors' National Board Inspection Code. We would solicit comments to identify gaps or inconsistencies

between current requirements and the consensus standards which would be considered for adoption into the HMR. This

rulemaking would address two petitions for rulemaking to incorporate the above-referenced consensus standards for transport

tanks.

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Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 180 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 12/23/2010 75 FR 80765

ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 05/23/2011 03/01/2011 76 FR 11191

ANPRM Comment Period End 03/23/2011 

ANPRM Extended Comment Period End 05/23/2011 

NPRM 12/30/2013 78 FR 79363

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/14/2014 79 FR 14465

NPRM Comment Period End 03/31/2014 

NPRM Comment Period Extension End 04/30/2014 

Analyzing Comments 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-241

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Lisa Winter O'Donnell 

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: lisa.o'donnell@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE66

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Safety of On-Shore Liquid Hazardous Pipelines

Abstract: This rulemaking would address effective procedures that hazardous liquid operators can use to improve the

protection of High Consequence Areas (HCA) and other vulnerable areas along their hazardous liquid onshore pipelines.

PHMSA is considering whether changes are needed to the regulations covering hazardous liquid onshore pipelines, whether

other areas should be included as HCAs for integrity management (IM) protections, what the repair timeframes should be for

areas outside the HCAs that are assessed as part of the IM program, whether leak detection standards are necessary, valve

spacing requirements are needed on new construction or existing pipelines, and PHMSA should extend regulation to certain

pipelines currently exempt from regulation. The agency would also address the public safety and environmental aspects of any

new requirements, as well as the cost implications and regulatory burden.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 10/18/2010 75 FR 63774

ANPRM Comment Period Extended 01/04/2011 76 FR 303

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ANPRM Comment Period End 01/18/2011 

ANPRM Extended Comment Period End 02/18/2011 

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: John A Gale 

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0434 

E-Mail: john.gale@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE71

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Excess Flow Valves In Applications Other Than Single-Family Residences in Gas Distribution Systems

Abstract: This rulemaking would consider whether PHMSA should require excess flow valves (EFVs) be installed in all new

and renewed gas service lines, for structures other than single family dwellings, when the operating conditions are compatible

with readily available valves. These changes would be in response to NTSB and PHMSA investigations of current EFV

installation practices. The intended effect of the rule is to increase the level of safety for structures other than single family

dwellings currently subject to Federal pipeline safety regulation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 11/25/2011 76 FR 72666

Comment Period Extended 02/03/2012 77 FR 5472

ANPRM Comment Period End 02/18/2012 

NPRM 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: DOT Docket #: PHMSA-2011-0009

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions;

Organizations Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mike Israni

General Engineer

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4571 

E-Mail: mike.israni@rpsa.dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE72

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Gas Transmission (RRR)

Abstract: In this rulemaking, PHMSA will be revisiting the requirements in the Pipeline Safety Regulations, addressing integrity

management principles for Gas Transmission pipelines. In particular, PHMSA will be reviewing the definition of an HCA

(including the concept of a potential impact radius), the repair criteria for both HCA and non-HCA areas, requiring the use of

automatic and remote-controlled shut off valves, valve spacing, and whether applying the integrity management program

requirements to additional areas would mitigate the need for class location requirements.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 08/25/2011 76 FR 5308

ANPRM Comment Period Extended 11/16/2011 76 FR 70953

ANPRM Comment Period End 12/02/2011 

End of Extended Comment Period 01/20/2012 

NPRM 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB- Y IC-N SLT-N;

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Cameron H. Satterthwaite 

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: cameron.satterthwaite@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE80

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Pressure Vessel Requirements (DOT Spec Cylinders) (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise certain requirements of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) applicable to the

manufacture, maintenance, and use of DOT specification cylinders. These revisions clarify certain important safety

requirements, incorporate industry consensus standards and, where appropriate, decrease the regulatory burden without

compromising the safe transportation of compressed gases in commerce. This rulemaking responds to 11 petitions for

rulemaking, incorporates 2 special permits into the HMR, and addresses the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)

Recommendation I-93-1. Among other provisions, PHMSA would provide requirements for the transport of fire suppression

systems, clarify cylinder specification and requalification requirements, and adopt new and update current incorporations by

reference of industry consensus standards issued by the Compressed Gas Association.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 180 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5128

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/29/2012 77 FR 31551

ANPRM Comment Period End 08/27/2012 

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-234; SB - Y, SLT - N, IC - N; PHMSA anticipates that this NPRM will generally reduce burdens for

most stakeholders and eliminate the need to apply for special permits, as three special permits may be incorporated, and lower

paperwork burden. Other benefits include simplifying hazard communication requirements and increased filling density for

certain gases, leading to potentially fewer vehicle trips. A future rulemaking may result in a decrease in the annual burden and

costs under certain OMB Control Numbers.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kevin Leary

Transportation Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: kevin.leary@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE81

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Reverse Logistics (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would address changes to the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) that are applicable to

reverse logistics based on petitions received by PHMSA. The issue of reverse logistics involves the transportation of hazardous

materials that have been damaged or returned from the retailer to a return center. Specifically, the rulemaking would establish a

regulatory definition of "reverse logistics", and outline the responsibilities of those that offer hazardous materials returned by

retail customers.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 178 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 07/05/2012 77 FR 39662

ANPRM Comment Period End 10/03/2012 

NPRM 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-253; SB - Y, SLT - N, IC - N; The NPRM aims to identify ways to reduce the burden on the

regulated community when returning retail products that pose a low hazard in transportation. These actions possibly include the

return of damaged retail products from the consumer back to the distribution facility. Further, this action is in support of

governmental efforts to provide regulatory relief to the regulated community, while enhancing existing safety.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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Agency Contact: Steven Andrews

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: steven.andrews@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE86

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Requirements for the Safe Transportation of Bulk Explosives (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) by establishing standards for the safe

transportation of bulk explosives. This rulemaking would be responsive to two petitions for rulemaking submitted by industry

representatives, requesting this action. Developing requirements for the HMR would provide wider access to the regulatory

flexibility currently only offered by special permit and competent authorities. The HMR would authorize the transportation of

certain explosives, ammonium nitrate, ammonium nitrate emulsions, and other specific hazardous materials in bulk packagings,

which are not otherwise authorized under the HMR. These hazardous materials are used in blasting operations on specialized

vehicles, multi-purpose bulk trucks (MBTs). MBTs are used as mobile work platforms to create blends of explosives that are

unique for each blast site.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 177 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-233D; SB - N, SLT - N, IC - N; This NPRM is responsive to two petitions for rulemaking submitted

by industry representatives, requesting action. Developing requirements for the HMR would provide wider access to the

regulatory flexibility currently only offered by special permit and competent authorities. This rulemaking is expected to result in a

decrease of $10.6 million in the annual burden and cost to multiple OMB Control Numbers due to decreased paperwork

burdens.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Matthew Nickels

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: matthew.nickels@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE91

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Enhanced Tank Car Standards and Operational Controls for High-Hazard Flammable Trains

Abstract: This rulemaking would require new operational requirements for certain trains transporting a large volume of

flammable materials, improvements in tank car standards, and revision of the general requirements for offerors to ensure proper

classification and characterization of mined gases and liquids. These new requirements would be designed to lessen the

frequency and consequences of derailments involving ethanol, crude oil, and certain trains transporting a large volume of

flammable materials.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 130; 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 179 (To search for a specific CFR,

visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 09/06/2013 78 FR 54849

ANPRM Comment Period End 11/05/2013 

Comment Period Extended 11/05/2013 78 FR 66326

Comment Period End 12/05/2013 

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-251; SB-Y; IC-Y; SLT-N; This NPRM will provide the greatest opportunity for public participation in

the development of regulatory amendments, and promote greater exchange of information and perspectives among the various

stakeholders. The NPRM will lead to more focused and well-developed amendments that reflect the views of all regulated

entities. Comments received will be used in our evaluation and development of future regulatory action on these issues.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Ben Supko

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: ben.supko@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE93

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Issues Related to the use of Plastic Pipe in Gas Pipeline Industry

Abstract: This rulemaking would address a number of topics related to the use of plastic pipe in the gas pipeline industry.

These topics include: PE, PA11, PA12, 50-year markings, design factors, risers, incorporation by reference of certain plastic

pipe related standards, and tracking and traceability.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Governmental

Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Cameron H. Satterthwaite 

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: cameron.satterthwaite@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE99

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Special Permit SOP and Evaluation (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to the enactment of Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21). MAP21 requires PHMSA to issue regulations that establish: (1) standard operating procedures to support administration of the

special permit and approval programs; and (2) objective criteria to support the evaluation of special permit and approval

applications.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 105 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101-5108

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-233E

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Eileen Edmonson

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: Eileen.Edmonson@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AF00

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Incorporation of Special Permits Into the Hazardous Materials Regulations (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking addresses Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), which requires an initial review

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and analysis of special permits that have been in continuous effect for a 10-year period to determine which ones may be

converted into the hazmat regulations. MAP-21 also requires the issuance of regulations to incorporate into the hazmat

regulations any special permits identified in the initial review and analysis that PHMSA determines are appropriate for

incorporation based on the review factors, which this rule proposes. Factors the rule considers: (1) the safety record of hazmats

transported under the special permit; (2) the application of a special permit; (3) the suitability of provisions in the special permit

for incorporation into the hazmat regulations; and (4) rulemaking activity in related areas. This rulemaking is the first in a series

of rulemakings to incorporate aged Special Permits.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 175; 49 CFR 176; 49 CFR 177; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 179; 49

CFR 180 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5128

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory This rulemaking is required by section 33012(b) of MAP-21, and must

be codified into the 49 CFR by 10/1/2015. 10/01/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-233F

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Glenn Foster Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: Glenn.Foster@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AF04

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Amendments (RRR)

Abstract: PHMSA is amending the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) to make miscellaneous amendments to update

and clarify certain regulatory requirements. The amendments in this rulemaking have been identified through PHMSA's own

initiatives and review of previously-issued letters of interpretation. These amendments promote safer transportation practices,

eliminate unnecessary regulatory requirements, address petitions for rulemaking, facilitate international commerce, and simplify

the regulations. These amendments also update various entries in the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) and corresponding

special provisions, make minor amendments to the labeling requirements, revise the marking requirements applicable to

odorization, make amendments for the continuing qualification of specification cargo tanks, and revise the exceptions for

smokeless powder and black powder.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 110; 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 175; 49 CFR 176; 49 CFR 177; 49

CFR 178; 49 CFR 180 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5128

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

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Additional Information: HM-218H: SB - N, SLT - N, IC - N;

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Neal Suchak

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: Neal.Suchak@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AF05

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Harmonization With International Standards (RRR)

Abstract: Harmonization enhances safety, facilitates compliance, and improves the efficiency of the global transportation

system by minimizing the regulatory burden on the public, thus promoting trade. After a thorough review of the provisions

recently adopted by various international regulatory bodies, PHMSA has identified areas in the Hazardous Materials Regulations

(HMR) in which harmonization with international regulations will provide an enhanced level of safety, an economic benefit or, in

many instances, both safety and economic benefits. As a result, this rulemaking would amend the HMR, where appropriate, to

maintain alignment with international standards that will become effective as of January 1, 2015, and consequently, facilitate the

safe global trade of hazardous materials. Proposals in this rulemaking include, but are not limited to; the introduction of

regulatory requirements to address adsorbed gasses, exceptions for small quantities of marine pollutants, provisions for the safe

transport of damaged or defective batteries, the revision of various entries in the hazardous materials table to maintain global

alignment, and the incorporation by reference of various international standards.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 175; 49 CFR 176; 49 CFR 177; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 180 (To

search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-215M: SB - N, SLT - N, IC - Y;

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Steve Webb

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: steven.webb@dot.gov

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE38

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Compatibility With the Regulations of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the HMR requirements for the transportation of Class 7 (radioactive materials) based

on recent changes contained in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regulations. This rulemaking would more fully

align the HMR with the international standards, and would update, clarify, correct, and provide relief of certain regulatory

requirements applicable to the transportation of radioactive materials.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 175; 49 CFR 176; 49 CFR 177; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 171 (To

search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/12/2011 76 FR 50332

NPRM Comment Period End 11/10/2011 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-250; SB - Y, IC - N, SLT - N; PHMSA initiated this rulemaking to harmonize with NRC and reduce

regulatory burden. NRC's NPRM published May 16, 2013. PHMSA has coordinated with NRC to develop the final rule.

Annualized cost estimate ranging from $161K-487K over a 5-year period at a 3% discount rate. This rulemaking may result in a

decrease in the annual burden and costs of OMB Control Number 2137-0034 due to reductions in the shipping paper

requirements for excepted quantities of RAM shipments.

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: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Steve Webb

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: steven.webb@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE43

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Enforcement of State Excavation Damage Laws

Abstract: The PIPES Act provides PHMSA with the authority to enforce excavation damage laws in those states that have

inadequate enforcement. This rulemaking would consider standards for excavators and operators to follow when conducting

excavation in a vicinity of a pipeline, and the administrative procedures to be used for enforcement proceedings.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 190 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101

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Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 10/29/2009 74 FR 55797

ANPRM Comment Period End 12/14/2009 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/30/2012 77 FR 31827

NPRM 04/02/2012 77 FR 19800

NPRM Comment Period End 07/09/2012 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Tewabe Asebe Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-5523 

E-Mail: tewabe.asebe@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE44

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Revisions to Requirements for the Transportation of Lithium Batteries

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to comprehensively address the safe

transportation of lithium cells and batteries. The intent of the rulemaking is to strengthen the current regulatory framework by

imposing more effective safeguards, including design testing to address risks related to internal short circuits, and enhanced

packaging, hazard communication, and operational measures for various types and sizes of lithium batteries in specific

transportation contexts. The rulemaking would respond to several recommendations issued by the National Transportation

Safety Board.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 175 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/11/2010 75 FR 1302

NPRM Comment Period End 03/12/2010 

Notice 04/11/2012 77 FR 21714

Comment Period End 05/11/2012 

NPRM; Request for Additional Comments 01/07/2013 78 FR 1119

Comment Period End 03/08/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-224F

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Kevin Leary

Transportation Specialist

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Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: kevin.leary@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE53

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Safety Requirements for External Product Piping on Cargo Tanks Transporting Flammable Liquids

(Wetlines) (MAP-21)

Abstract: The rulemaking would amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to prohibit flammable liquids (wetlines) from

being transported in unprotected product piping on existing and newly-manufactured DOT specification cargo tank motor

vehicles.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 173 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5128, 44701; 49 CFR 1.45, 1.53

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/27/2011 76 FR 4847

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/17/2011 76 FR 14643

NPRM Comment Period End 03/28/2011 

End of Extension of Comment Period 04/27/2011 

Final Rule 01/00/2015 

Additional Information: HM-213D

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Yes

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Dirk Der Kinderen 

Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: Dirk.DerKinderen@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE59

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Miscellaneous Amendments to the Pipeline Safety Regulations

Abstract: This rulemaking would make minor changes to various provisions in the pipeline safety regulations to help clarify

them by making editorial corrections, correcting inconsistent regulatory language, and responding to several petitions for

rulemaking, such as providing for an updated standard. The primary intended effect of this rule is to enhance the accuracy, and

reduce misunderstandings of the regulations. The amendments contained in this rule are non-substantive changes.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 191; 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60137

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/29/2011 76 FR 73570

NPRM Comment Period End 02/03/2012 

Comment Period Extended 02/03/2012 77 FR 5472

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: John A Gale 

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0434 

E-Mail: john.gale@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE85

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Periodic Updates of Regulatory References to Technical Standards and Miscellaneous Amendments

(RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the pipeline safety regulations to incorporate by reference all or parts of new, updated,

or reaffirmed editions of voluntary consensus standards. The use of voluntary consensus standards allows pipeline operators to

use the most current industry technologies, materials, and management practices available in today ́s market. It also would

make non-substantive edits and clarify regulatory language in certain provisions. These amendments to the pipeline safety

regulations would not require pipeline operators to undertake any significant new pipeline safety initiatives.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 193; 49 CFR 195 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/16/2013 78 FR 49996

NPRM Comment Period End 10/15/2013 78 FR 49996

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: SB - N SLT - N IC - N

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mike Israni

General Engineer

Department of Transportation

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1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-4571 

E-Mail: mike.israni@rpsa.dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE97

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Failure to Pay Provision (MAP-21)

Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to the enactment of Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21). MAP21 provides that PHMSA prohibit a person from conducting regulated hazardous material operations if the person fails to pay a

civil penalty. The regulations must: (1) set forth procedures to require a person who is delinquent in paying civil penalties to

cease any regulated activity until payment has been made, or an acceptable payment plan has been arranged; and (2) ensures

that the person is notified in writing, and is given an opportunity to respond before the person is required to cease the activity.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 109 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5108

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/24/2013 78 FR 58501

NPRM Comment Period End 11/25/2013 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Additional Information: HM-258A

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Ben Supko

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: ben.supko@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE94

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Operator Qualification, Cost Recovery, Accident and Incident Notification, and Other Changes (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking would address miscellaneous issues that have been raised because of the reauthorization of the

pipeline safety program in 2012, and petitions for rulemaking from many affected stakeholders. Some of the issues that this

rulemaking would address include: renewal process for special permits, cost recovery for design reviews, and incident reporting.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2015 

Additional Information: SB-Y IC-N SLT-N;

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Governmental

Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: John A Gale 

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-0434 

E-Mail: john.gale@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AF06

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Title: Pipeline Safety: Amendments to Parts 192 and 195 to Require Valve Installation and Minimum Rupture Detection

Standards

Abstract: This proposed rule would require mandatory installation of automatic shutoff valves, remote controlled valves, or

equivalent technology, and establish performance-based meaningful metrics for rupture detection for gas and liquid transmission

pipelines. The overall intent is that rupture detection metrics will be integrated with ASV and RCV placement, with the objective

of improving overall incident response. Rupture response metrics would focus on mitigating large, unsafe, uncontrolled release

events that have a greater potential consequence. The areas proposed to be covered include High Consequence Areas (HCA)

for hazardous liquids and HCA, Class 3 and 4 for natural gas (including could affect areas).

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Lawrence White

Attorney-Advisor

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

400 Seventh Street, SW , Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366-4400 

FAX: 292 366-7041

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Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE37

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Bulk Loading and Unloading Operations

Abstract: This regulatory action is being withdrawn and replaced with a guidance document that will address safe loading and

unloading practices. In addition to guidance, PHMSA plans to conduct research to evaluate the safety impacts of human factors

on loading and unloading operations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 177 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/11/2011 76 FR 13313

NPRM Comment Period End 05/10/2011 

Comment Period Extended to June 9, 2011. 05/11/2011 76 FR 27300

Extension of NPRM Comment Period 05/11/2011 76 FR 27300

NPRM Comment Period End 06/09/2011 76 FR 13313

Closing of Extension of Comment Period 06/09/2011 

Comment Period Extended 06/09/2011 76 FR 27300

Notice of Withdrawal; Effective Date 02/25/2014 

Withdrawn 02/25/2014 79 FR 10461

Additional Information: HM-247

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Ben Supko

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: ben.supko@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration ( PHMSA ) RIN: 2137-AE82

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Title: Hazardous Materials: Incorporation of Certain Special Permits and Competent Authorities Into the HMR (RRR)

Abstract: This rulemaking amended the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) to incorporate provisions contained in certain

widely used or longstanding special permits and competent authorities that have established safety records. Incorporating such

provisions into the HMR are intended to provide wider access to the regulatory flexibility offered in the special permits and

competent authorities. The adoption of the provisions eliminated the need for numerous application and renewal requests. Key

special permits allow the transportation of "Self-heating" solid, organic n.o.s. (spent bleaching earth)" in sift-proof bulk

packaging; allow the use of regulated medical waste shipping names and markings that differ from those prescribed in the HMR;

allow for the transportation of Class 9 solid coal pitch compounds in non-specification open top or closed-top sift proof metal

cans or fiber drums; and allow for the transportation of self-inflating life-saving appliances that contain non-specification steel

cylinders when being transported between a vessel and an authorized facility for servicing.

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Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 175 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/22/2012 77 FR 64450

NPRM Comment Period End 12/21/2012 

Final Rule 03/18/2014 79 FR 15033

Final Rule Effective 04/17/2014 

Additional Information: HM-233C; SB - N, SLT - N, IC - N; This final rule will incorporate over 20 special permits and

competent authority approvals into regulations. It will provide an economic benefit to the hazardous materials transportation

industry as a whole while maintaining an appropriate level of safety. We estimate that this final rule will reduce the paperwork

burden identified under OMB Control No. 2137-0051 by $4,682 per year. PHMSA will also have nominal savings since it will no

longer need to process, review, and maintain these special permits and CA approvals.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Steven Andrews

Transportation Regulations Specialist

Department of Transportation

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-8553 

E-Mail: steven.andrews@dot.gov

Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Research and Innovative Technologies Administration ( RITA ) RIN: 2139-AA13

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Title: Reporting Ancillary Airline Passenger Revenues

Abstract: This rulemaking would collect more detailed revenue information regarding airline-imposed fees from those air

carriers meeting the definition of "large certificated air carriers." Many air carriers have adopted fees for such services as

checked baggage, carry-on baggage, meals, on-board entertainment, internet connections, pillows, blankets, early boarding,

canceling or changing reservations, unaccompanied minors, pet transportation, etc. The rulemaking would also change the way

the Department computes mishandled baggage rates from mishandled baggage reports per domestic enplanement to

mishandled bags per checked bags. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (Pub. L. 113 to 76) transferred the powers and

duties, functions, authorities, and personnel of the Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) to the Office of

the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology (OST-R) in the Office of the Secretary. Thus, this rulemaking action is

transferred to RIN 2105-AE31.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 234; 14 CFR 241 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329; 41708 and 41709

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/15/2011 76 FR 41726

NPRM Comment Period End 09/13/2011 

NPRM Comment Period End 09/13/2011 

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Public Meeting 05/17/2012 77 FR 25105 

Transferred to RIN 2105-AE31 02/13/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2105-AE31

Agency Contact: Marianne Seguin Department of Transportation

Research and Innovative Technologies Administration

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590

Washington , DC 20590 

Phone: 202-366-1457 

E-Mail: marianne.seguin@dot.gov

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