6560-50-S 

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

40 CFR Ch. I 

[EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0313 

EPA-HQ-OW-2012-0813 

EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0642; FRL 9900-64-OP] 

Fall 2013 Regulatory Agenda 

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency. 

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory flexibility agenda and semiannual regulatory agenda. 

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

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

• Regulations and major policies currently under development, 

• Reviews of existing regulations and major policies, and 

• Rules and major policymakings completed or canceled since the last agenda. 

Definitions: 

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

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

is only available through an online database. 

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

may have a significant impact on a substantial number of small entities. We continue to publish it in the 

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

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

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

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

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

 “Regulatory Development and Retrospective Review Tracker” refers to an online portal to EPA’s 

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

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

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions or comments about a particular 

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

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

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

Table of Contents 

A. Links to EPA’s Regulatory Information 

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

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

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

E. How Is the E-Agenda Organized? 

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

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

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

and Policies? 

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

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

Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations? 

K. Thank You for Collaborating With Us 

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

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A. Links To EPA’s Regulatory Information 

• Semiannual Regulatory Agenda: www.reginfo.gov/ and www.regulations.gov 

• Semiannual Regulatory Flexibility Agenda: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/search/home.action 

• Regulatory Development and Retrospective Review Tracker: www.epa.gov/regdarrt/ 

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

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

• Clean Air Act (CAA), 

• Clean Water Act (CWA), 

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

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

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

• Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), 

• Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), and 

• Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use” (66 FR 28355, May 22, 2001). 

In addition to meeting its mission goals and priorities as described above, EPA has begun reviewing 

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

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Review.” This EO provides for periodic retrospective review of existing significant regulations and is 

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

repealed, so as to make the Agency's regulatory program more effective or less burdensome in achieving 

the regulatory objectives. More information about this review is described in EPA’s Statement of Priorities 

in the Regulatory Plan. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

and offer specific alternatives. 

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

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

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

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

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

 EPA includes regulations and certain major policy documents in the e-Agenda. However, there is no 

legal significance to the omission of an item from the agenda, and EPA generally does not include the 

following categories of actions: 

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

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

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

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

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

pesticides, and data call-ins; 

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

additive regulations; 

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

petitions; 

• Under the CWA: State Water Quality Standards; deletions from the section 307(a) list of toxic 

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

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

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

The Regulatory Flexibility Agenda includes: 

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

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

EPA is opening one 610 review and concluding one other in fall 2013. One 610 review remains 

ongoing during this time. 

E. How Is the E-Agenda Organized? 

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

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

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

sub agency; stage of rulemaking, which is explained below; alphabetically by title; and by the Regulation 

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

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

1. Prerule Stage – This section includes EPA actions generally intended to determine whether the 

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

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

possible need for regulatory action. 

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

(publication of Notices of Proposed Rulemakings [NPRMs]). 

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

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

is after December 2012. We urge you to explore becoming involved even if an action is listed in the 

Long-Term category. By the time an action is listed in the Proposed Rules category you may have 

missed the opportunity to participate in certain public meetings or policy dialogues. 

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

Federal Register since publication of the spring 2013 Agenda. It also includes actions that EPA is no 

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

610 review in this section of the agenda. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

 E-Agenda entries include: 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tribal governments or communities. 

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

other reasons. This category includes rules that may: 

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

agency; 

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

and obligations of recipients; or 

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

principles in Executive Order 12866. 

c. Substantive, Nonsignificant: A rulemaking that has substantive impacts but is not Significant, Routine 

and Frequent, or Informational/Administrative/Other. 

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

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

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

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

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

“Economically Significant” or “Other Significant.” 

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

outside the scope of EO 12866. 

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

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

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

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

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

sector of more than $100 million in 1 year. 

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

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

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

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

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

some other action. 

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

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

step for the regulatory action. A date displayed in the form 06/00/14 means the agency is predicting the 

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

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

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

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

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

significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. 

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

small governments or small nonprofit organizations. 

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

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

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

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

power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. 

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

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

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

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

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

services, and public administration. 

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

investment effects, or otherwise be of international interest.

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

knowledgeable about the regulation. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

search for materials.) 

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

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

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

Signed? 

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

that to develop. This list is also distributed via email. You can find the current list, known as the Action 

Initiation List (AIL), at http://www2.epa.gov/laws-regulations/actions-initiated-month where you will also 

find information about how to get an email notification when a new list is posted. 

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

Rules and Policies? 

1. The http://www.reginfo.gov/ Searchable Database 

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

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

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

options. Subject Matter EPA Websites 

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

action. 

3. Public Dockets 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

activities. Docket information should be in that action’s agenda entry. All of EPA’s public dockets can be 

located at www.regulations.gov.

4. EPA’s Regulatory Development and Retrospective Review Tracker 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

has or will have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. EPA is opening 

one 610 review and concluding one other in fall 2013. One 610 review remains ongoing during this time. 

Review Title RIN Docket ID # 

Section 610 Review of Control of Emissions of Air 

Pollution from Nonroad Diesel Engines and Fuel 

2060-AR91 EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0642 

Section 610 Review of National Pollutant Discharge 

Elimination System Permit Regulation and Effluent 

Limitations Guidelines Standards for Concentrated 

Animal Feeding Operations 

2040-AF46 EPA-HQ-OW-2012-0813 

Section 610 Review of Heavy-Duty Engine and 

Vehicle Standards and Highway Diesel Fuel Sulfur 

Control Requirements (Completed) 

2060-AR83 EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0313 

 EPA established an official public dockets for each 610 Review under the docket identification (ID) 

numbers indicated above. All documents in the dockets are listed on the www.regulations.gov Web site. 

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Although listed in the index, some information is not publicly available; e.g., confidential business 

information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Certain other material, 

such as copyrighted material, is not placed on the Internet and will be publicly available only in hard copy 

form. Publicly available docket materials are available either electronically through www.regulations.gov 

or in hard copy at the Air or Water dockets, EPA/DC, EPA West, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Avenue 

NW., Washington, DC 20460. The Public Reading Room is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday 

through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Public Reading Room is (202) 

566-1744. 

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

Small Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations? 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

K. Thank You for Collaborating With Us 

 Finally, we would like to thank those of you who choose to join with us in making progress on the 

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

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

regulatory agenda is an important part of that process. 

DATED: August 28, 2013. 

NAME: Shannon Kenny,

Principal Deputy Associate Administrator, Office of Policy.

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The 179 Regulatory Agendas

Regional Office Chicago - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

Regional Office Seattle - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

Washington 2012-AA02

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule 2020-AA47

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Amendments to the Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustment Rule 2020-AA49

Office of Environmental Information - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Toxics Release Inventory; Addition of Six Phthalates 2025-AA37

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

Office of Environmental Information - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Toxics Release Inventory; Addition of Nonylphenol 2025-AA34

Office of Environmental Information - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Modification of Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting Requirements Primarily Associated with Metal Mining 2025-AA11

Office of Environmental Information - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Electronic Reporting of Toxics Release Inventory Data Under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know

Act (EPCRA) 2025-AA30

Toxics Release Inventory; Addition of Ortho-Nitrotoluene 2025-AA35

Updating the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Codes

to 2012 NAICS 2025-AA36

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Water - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

Section 610 Review of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Regulation and Effluent Limitations

Guidelines Standards for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations 2040-AF46

Water - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

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

Water Quality Standards Regulatory Clarifications 2040-AF16

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

Definition of "Waters of the United States" Under the Clean Water Act 2040-AF30

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

Sampling Procedures 2040-AF48

Water - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES): Use of Sufficiently Sensitive Test Methods for Permit

Applications and Reporting 2040-AC84

Criteria and Standards for Cooling Water Intake Structures 2040-AE95

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

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

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

Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Construction and Development Point Source Category 2040-AF44

Water - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Underground Injection Control: Update of State Programs 2040-AD40

Oil and Gas Construction Stormwater Rule 2040-AF05

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

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

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

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

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

Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Unconventional Oil and Gas Extraction Including Coalbed Methane and Shale

Gas Extraction 2040-AF35

Water - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Regulation Revision: Removal of the Pesticide Discharge Permitting

Exemption in Response to Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Decision 2040-AF47

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Hazardous Waste Requirements for the Retail Sector; Clarifying and Making the Program More Effective 2050-AG72

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Proposed Rule

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Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

Listing Requirements 2050-AE87

Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals 2050-AG39

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

Improvements to the Hazardous Waste Generator Regulatory Program (Parts 261 - 265) 2050-AG70

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

Revisions to RCRA Subtitle D Research, Demonstration & Development Permit Rule 2050-AG75

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

Hazardous Waste Export-Import Revisions Rule 2050-AG77

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

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Hazardous Waste Manifest Revisions--Standards and Procedures for Electronic Manifests 2050-AG20

Revising Underground Storage Tank Regulations--Revisions to Existing Requirements and New Requirements for

Secondary Containment and Operator Training 2050-AG46

Hazardous Waste Management System: Conditional Exclusion for Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Streams in Geologic

Sequestration Activities 2050-AG60

Rulemaking on the Definition of Solid Waste 2050-AG62

Revisions to the Export Requirements of the Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) Rule 2050-AG68

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

RCRA Smarter Waste Reporting 2050-AF01

Revisions to Land Disposal Restrictions Treatment Standards and Amendments to Recycling Requirements for Spent

Petroleum Refining Hydrotreating and Hydrorefining Catalysts 2050-AG34

Financial Responsibility Requirements under CERCLA Section 108(b) for Classes of Facilities in the Hard Rock Mining

Industry 2050-AG61

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Modifications to RCRA Rules Associated With Solvent-Contaminated Industrial Wipes 2050-AE51

Air and Radiation - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

Revised Regulation for Environmental Radiation Protection Standard for Nuclear Power Operations--40 CFR Part 190 2060-AR12

Section 610 Review of Control of Emissions of Air Pollution from Nonroad Diesel Engines and Fuel 2060-AR91

Air and Radiation - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Review of New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Amendments to Emissions Guidelines (EG) for Municipal

Solid Waste Landfills (WWW and Cc) 2060-AM08

New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) Review under CAA Section111(b)(1)(B) 2060-AO60

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

New Source Performance Standards for Grain Elevators--Amendments 2060-AP06

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) Subpart W: Standards for Radon Emissions From

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Operating Uranium Mill Tailings: Review 2060-AP26

Revision of 40 CFR Part 192--Health and Environmental Protection Standards for Uranium and Thorium Mill Tailings

and Uranium In Situ Leaching Processing Facilities 2060-AP43

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

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Brick and Structural Clay Products Manufacturing

and Clay Ceramics Manufacturing 2060-AP69

Standards of Performance for New Residential Wood Heaters, New Residential Hydronic Heaters and Forced-Air

Furnaces, and New Residential Masonry Heaters 2060-AP93

Withdr.of the Prior Deter. or Presump. That Compl. w/CAIR or the NOx SIP Call Const. RACT or RACM for the 97 8-Hr

Ozone & 97Fine Part. NAAQS; & Rev. to RACT Guid. & RFP Req. for the 97Fine Part. NAAQS 2060-AQ07

Risk and Technology Review for Ferroalloys Production 2060-AQ11

Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Secondary Aluminum Production National Emission

Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) 2060-AQ40

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

Implementation Rule for 2012 PM2.5 NAAQS 2060-AQ48

Petroleum Refinery Sector Risk and Technology Review and NSPS 2060-AQ75

Revisions to Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements, and Proposed Confidentiality Determinations Under the

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program 2060-AQ81

Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from New Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units 2060-AQ91

Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Primary Aluminum Reduction National Emission Standard for

Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) 2060-AQ92

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

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

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Adjustments to the Allowance System for Controlling HCFC Production, Import, and

Export for 2015 Through 2019 2060-AR04

Data Requirements Rule for the 1-Hour Sulfur Dioxide Primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) 2060-AR19

New Source Review and Title V Operating Permit Programs--Reconsideration of PSD Requirements for Particulate

Matter Less Than 2.5 Micrometers (PM2.5) and Revision to Public Notice Requirements 2060-AR28

Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Existing Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units 2060-AR33

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) from Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations

RTR 2060-AR47

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) Emissions: Manufacture of Amino/Phenolic Resins,

Acrylic and Modacrylic Fibers Production, and Polycarbonate Production RTR 2060-AR49

Identification of Additional Qualifying Renewable Fuel Pathways III and Modification to the Renewable Fuels Program 2060-AR50

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Residual Risk and Technology Review for Flexible

Polyurethane Foam Production 2060-AR58

Criteria for the Certification and Recertification of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant's Compliance With the Disposal

Regulations; Panel Closure Redesign 2060-AR60

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

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

Renewable Fuel 2014 Volume Standards 2060-AR76

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

Amendments and Confidentiality Determinations for Subpart L (Fluorinated Gas Production) and Amendments to

Subpart A 2060-AR78

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: The 2014 Critical Use Exemption From the Phaseout of Methyl Bromide 2060-AR80

Performance Specification 18 for Hydrogen Chloride Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems 2060-AR81

Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Modified Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units 2060-AR88

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Technical Updates to HTS Codes and Party Ratification Status Under the Montreal

Protocol 2060-AR89

NESHAP for Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines; New Source Performance Standards for Stationary Internal

Combustion Engines; Notice of Reconsideration 2060-AR90

Air Quality: Revisions to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of 2-Amino-2-Methyl-1-Propanol (AMP) 2060-AR92

Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of Benzotrifluoride 2060-AR93

Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of 1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoro-1-(2,2,2-

trifluoroethoxy) ethane (HFE-347pc-f) 2060-AR94

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

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

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

Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Additional Provisions of New Source Performance Standards 2060-AS01

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

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Air and Radiation - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Procedure 3 - Quality Assurance Requirements for Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems at Stationary Sources 2060-AH23

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

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Revision to the Venting Prohibition for Specific Substitute Refrigerants 2060-AM49

Requirements for Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) Under the 8-hour Ozone Standard for Bump-up Areas Designated

Attainment for the 1-hour Ozone Standard Prior to Revocation 2060-AN63

Revisions to Test Method for Determining Stack Gas Velocity Taking Into Account Velocity Decay Near the Stack Walls 2060-AP08

Revisions to Test Methods and Testing Regulations 2060-AQ01

Stationary Combustion Turbine New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) Amendments to Address UARG

Reconsideration Petition 2060-AQ29

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

Amendments to Tribal Delegation of Authority Provisions in the Prevention of Significant Deterioration Program 2060-AQ55

Amendments to Compliance Certification Content Requirements for State and Federal Operating Permits Programs 2060-AQ71

Control of Air Pollution From Motor Vehicles: Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission and Fuel Standards 2060-AQ86

NESHAP Risk and Technology Review for the Mineral Wool and Wool Fiberglass Industries; NESHAP for Wool

Fiberglass Area Sources 2060-AQ90

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Group IV Polymers and Resins, Pesticide Active

Ingredient Production, and Polyether Polyols Production Risk and Technology Review 2060-AR02

RFS Pathways II and Amendments to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2) 2060-AR21

Review of New Sources and Modifications in Indian Country; Definitions and Exempted Units and Activities 2060-AR25

Revisions to the Air Emissions Reporting Requirements: Revisions to Lead (Pb) Reporting Threshold and Clarifications

to Technical Reporting Details 2060-AR29

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

Heavy-Duty Highway Program: Revisions for Emergency Vehicles and SCR Maintenance 2060-AR46

Heavy-Duty GHG On-Highway and Non-Road Engine and Vehicle Regulation Streamlining and Technical Amendments 2060-AR48

2013 Revisions to the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule and Proposed Confidentiality Determinations for New or

Substantially Revised Data Elements 2060-AR52

Kraft Pulp Mills NSPS Review 2060-AR64

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Secondary Lead Smelters; Amendments 2060-AR66

State Implementation Plans: Response to Petition; Findings of Substantial Inadequacy; and SIP Calls to Amend

Provisions Applying to Excess Emissions During Periods of Startup, Shutdown and Malfunction 2060-AR68

RFS Renewable Identification Number (RIN) Quality Assurance Program 2060-AR72

Clarification of Requirements for Method 303 Certification Training 2060-AR97

Vacatur of the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) of PM2.5 Significant Impact Levels (SILs) and Significant

Monitoring Concentration (SMC) 2060-AR99

Air and Radiation - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

(MWCs). 2060-AO18

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

Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reasonable Possibility in

Recordkeeping; Reconsideration 2060-AP71

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Startup, Shutdown, and Malfunction Amendments to Part 63

Standards 2060-AP96

Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing and Phosphate Fertilizer

Production National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) 2060-AQ20

Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reconsideration of

Inclusion of Fugitive Emissions; Reconsideration 2060-AQ47

NESHAP Emissions for Primary Lead Processing: Residual Risk and Technology Review and NESHAP from Secondary

Lead Smelting: Residual Risk and Technology Review; Reconsiderations 2060-AR79

Air and Radiation - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Labeling of Products Using HCFCs 2060-AO68

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Federal Reference Method for Lead in Total Suspended Particulate Matter 2060-AP89

Air Quality Designations for the 2010 Sulfur Dioxide Primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard 2060-AR18

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: The 2013 Critical Use Exemption From the Phaseout of Methyl Bromide 2060-AR41

Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Volume Standards for 2013 2060-AR43

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program: Final Amendments and Confidentiality Determinations for Electronics

Manufacturing 2060-AR61

Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of trans 1-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1-ene

[SolsticeTM 1233zd(E)] 2060-AR67

Petroleum Refinery Sector Amendment for Flares 2060-AR69

Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene 2060-AR70

Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Certain Provisions of New Source Performance Standards 2060-AR75

Section 610 Review of Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards and Highway Diesel Fuel Sulfur Control

Requirements 2060-AR83

Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Additional Qualifying Renewable Fuel Pathways under Renewable Fuel

Standard Program; Addressing Invasive Species Concerns for Giant Reed and Napier Grass 2060-AR85

Amendment to the Renewable Fuel Standard Definition of Heating Oil 2060-AR87

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals; Chemical Information Reporting under TSCA section 8(a) and Health and Safety Data

Reporting under TSCA section 8(d) 2070-AJ93

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Pesticides; Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Revisions 2070-AJ22

Pesticides; Expansion of Crop Grouping Program 2070-AJ28

Nanoscale Materials; Chemical Substances When Manufactured, Imported, or Processed as Nanoscale Materials;

Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements; Significant New Use Rule 2070-AJ54

Pesticides; Clarifying Changes to Labeling 2070-AJ61

CBI: PMN Amendments Claiming Chemical and Microorganism Identity as Confidential in Data from Health and Safety

Studies Submitted Under TSCA Prior to the Commencement of Manufacture 2070-AJ87

CBI; Reassertion and Resubstantiation of Confidentiality Claims Submitted Under TSCA 2070-AJ90

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

Significant New Use Rules; Amendment of Hazard Communication Program and Worker Protection Requirements 2070-AJ94

Certain Nonylphenols and Nonylphenol Ethoxylates; Significant New Use Rule 2070-AJ96

MDI and TDI; Health and Safety Data Reporting under TSCA 8(d) 2070-AJ97

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

Pesticides; Technical Amendments to Data Requirements 2070-AK00

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

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

Significant New Use Rule for Glymes 2070-AJ52

Pesticides; Satisfaction of Data Requirements; Minor Revisions to the Procedures to Ensure Protection of Data

Submitters' Rights 2070-AJ58

Microorganisms: General Exemptions from Reporting Requirements; Revisions of Recipient Organisms Eligible for Tier I

and Tier II Exemptions 2070-AJ65

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

Electronic Reporting under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 2070-AJ75

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

Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products 2070-AJ92

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

Notification 2070-AJ98

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Response to Request for Exemption of Certain Food-Related Chemical Substances From TSCA Chemical Data

Reporting (CDR) Processing and Use Information Reporting Requirements in 2016 2070-AK01

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

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

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

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Chemicals of Concern List Under Section 5(b)(4) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 2070-AJ70

Significant New Use Rule for Perfluoroalkyl Sulfonates and Long-Chain Perfluoroalkyl Carboxylates Used as Part of

Carpets 2070-AJ95

Office of the Administrator - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

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

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Regional Office Chicago ( ROCHICAGO ) RIN: 2005-AA02

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

Abstract: On August 4, 2000, EPA specified at 40 CFR 132.6(c) that certain requirements set forth in the Water Quality

Guidance for the Great Lakes System (Guidance) at 40 CFR Part 132 apply to discharges within the Great Lakes System in the

States of Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio because those states had not adopted requirements pertaining to whole effluent toxicity

(WET) consistent with the Guidance. On September 19, 2005, Michigan submitted to EPA revisions to the rules that addressed

WET requirement.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 132.6(c) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Direct Final Rule

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Robert Pepin Environmental Protection Agency

Regional Office Chicago

WT-15J, Chicago, IL 60604

Chicago , IL 60604 

Phone: 312 886-1505

FAX: 312 886-0168

E-Mail: pepin.robert@.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Regional Office Seattle ( ROSEATTLE ) RIN: 2012-AA02

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

Abstract: After seven years of experience implementing the Federal Air Rules for Reservations, EPA plans to revise the

original rules to apply to all Indian Country, including new reservations in the Pacific NW. EPA also plans to revise the rules to

improve implementation and to better address sources of air pollution on Indian Reservations in Idaho, Oregon, and

Washington.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

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

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/r10earth/FARR.htm

Agency Contact: Nancy Helm Environmental Protection Agency

Regional Office Seattle

USEPA REGION 10, 1200 Sixth Avenue, Mail Code: AWT-107, Seattle, WA 98101

Seattle , WA 98101 

Phone: 206 553-6908

FAX: 206 330-6967

E-Mail: helm.nancy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance ( OECA ) RIN: 2020-AA47

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Title: NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule

Abstract: The EPA has responsibility to ensure that the Clean Water Act's (CWA) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination

System (NPDES) program is effectively and consistently implemented across the country. This regulation would identify the

essential information that EPA needs to receive electronically, primarily from NPDES permittees with some data required from

NPDES agencies (NPDES-authorized States, territories and tribes) to manage the national NPDES permitting and enforcement

program. Through this regulation, EPA seeks to ensure that such facility-specific information would be readily available,

accurate, timely and nationally consistent on the facilities that are regulated by the NPDES program. In the past, EPA primarily

obtained this information from the Permit Compliance System (PCS). However, the evolution of the NPDES program since the

inception of PCS has created an increasing need to better reflect a more complete picture of the NPDES program and the

diverse universe of regulated sources. In addition, information technology has advanced significantly so that PCS no longer

meets EPA's national needs to manage the full scope of the NPDES program or the needs of individual States that use PCS to

implement and enforce the NPDES program.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 123, 403, and 501 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(i) and 1361(a) CWA sec 304(i) and 501(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 07/01/2010 75 FR 38068 

Notice 06/23/2011 76 FR 36919 

NPRM 07/30/2013 78 FR 46005 

NPRM Comment Period End 10/28/2013 

Final Rule 12/00/2014 

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

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/exchange/topic/npdes

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOECA-2009-0274-0097

Agency Contact: Andrew Hudock Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance

2222A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-6032

E-Mail: Hudock.Andrew@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: John Dombrowski Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance

2222A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0742

E-Mail: Dombrowski.John@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance ( OECA ) RIN: 2020-AA49

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Title: Amendments to the Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustment Rule

Abstract: EPA has promulgated a final rule that amends the Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustment Rule. This action is

mandated by the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996 (DCIA) to adjust for inflation certain statutory civil monetary penalties

that may be assessed for violations of EPA-administered statutes and their implementing regulations. EPA is required to review

the civil monetary penalties under the statutes it administers at least once every four years and to adjust such penalties as

necessary for inflation according to a formula prescribed by the DCIA. The regulations contain a list of all civil monetary penalty

authorities under EPA-administered statutes and the applicable statutory amounts, as adjusted for inflation, since 1996.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 19.4 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 31 USC 3701

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 11/06/2013 78 FR 66643 

Final Rule Effective 12/06/2013 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5325.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Caroline Hermann Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance

2248A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-2876

E-Mail: hermann.caroline@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Susan O'Keefe Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance

2248A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-4021

E-Mail: OKeefe.Susan@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA37

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Title: Toxics Release Inventory; Addition of Six Phthalates

Abstract: EPA is evaluating whether to add 6 phthalates (diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP), butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP), di-n-pentyl

phthalate (DnPP), di-n-octyl phthalate (DnOP), diisononyl phthalate (DINP), and diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP)) to the list of

chemicals reportable under section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (i.e., the Toxics Release

Inventory (TRI)). Phthalate exposure can produce a variety of adverse effects in laboratory animals especially on the

development of the male reproductive system, and therefore there are implications for human health. Phthalates are produced in

high volume and they are used in numerous industrial and consumer products. Phthalates appear in biomonitoring surveys, such

as the National Health and Nutrition Examination survey, that provide evidence of widespread human exposure. Phthalates are

also found in the environment and wildlife species. EPA is concerned with phthalates based on toxicity, particularly to the

development of the male reproductive system, prevalence in the environment, widespread use and human exposure, and recent

work focusing on the potential cumulative effect of mixtures of phthalates.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 11023(d)(2)(B)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Agency Contact: Daniel Bushman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2842T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0743

FAX: 202 566-0677

E-Mail: bushman.daniel@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Larry Reisman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2844T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0751

E-Mail: reisman.larry@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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

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Title: Environmental Protection Agency Freedom of Information Act Regulations Update

Abstract: The Environmental Protection Agency is revising its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regulations, 40 CFR part 2,

subpart A, which were last updated in 2002 in order to comply with the 2007 Open Government Act, reflect EPA's business

process, and correct obsolete information.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 2 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Larry Gottesman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2822T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-2162

E-Mail: gottesman.larry@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA34

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Title: Toxics Release Inventory; Addition of Nonylphenol

Abstract: EPA is evaluating whether to add nonylphenol to the list of chemicals reportable under section 313 of the

Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (i.e., the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)). Nonylphenol is persistent in

the aquatic environment and extremely toxic to aquatic organisms. Nonylphenol has been found in environmental samples taken

from freshwater, saltwater, groundwater, sediment, soil, and aquatic biota. EPA has developed an Action Plan to address

concerns for releases of nonylphenol to the environment (http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/npnpe.html). The Action Plan includes the initiation of rulemaking to add nonylphenol to the TRI.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 11023(d)(2)(B)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/20/2013 78 FR 37176 

Final Rule 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Agency Contact: Daniel Bushman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2842T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0743

FAX: 202 566-0677

E-Mail: bushman.daniel@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Larry Reisman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2844T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0751

E-Mail: reisman.larry@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA11

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Title: Modification of Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting Requirements Primarily Associated with Metal Mining

Abstract: The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) currently requires reporting from metal mining facilities if they manufacture or

process 25,000 pounds or more of a listed chemical or otherwise use 10,000 pounds or more of a listed chemical. These mining

facilities engage in the removal of naturally occurring materials from the earth. EPA had considered naturally occurring materials

to be manufactured by natural processes. A recent court order set aside EPA's interpretation of manufacture in the mining

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context, stating that naturally occurring ores in situ have not been manufactured within the meaning of Emergency Planning and

Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA) section 313. EPA is considering clarifying how the definitions of manufacturing and

processing under EPCRA section 313 apply to the mining sector processes of extraction and beneficiation. This action will not

affect the coal extraction activities exemption.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 11001 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OEI-2009-0453. Facilities included in the following NAICS manufacturing codes

(corresponding to SIC codes 20 through 39): 311*,312*, 313*, 314*, 315*, 316, 321, 322, 323*, 324, 325*, 326*, 327, 331, 332,

333, 334*, 335*, 336, 337*, 339*,111998*, 211112*, 212234*, 212235*, 212393*, 212399*, 488390*, 511110, 511120, 511130,

511140*, 511191,511199, 511220, 512230*, 516110*, 541710*, or 811490*. *Exceptions and/or limitations exist for these

NAICS codes. Facilities included in the following NAICS codes (corresponding to SIC codes other than SIC codes 20 through

39): 212111, 212112, 212113 (correspond to SIC 12, Coal Mining (except 1241)); or 212221, 212222, 212231, 212234, 212299

(correspond to SIC 10, Metal Mining (except 1011, 1081, and 1094)); or 221111, 221112, 221113, 221119, 221121, 221122

(Limited to facilities that combust coal and/or oil for the purpose of generating power for distribution in commerce) (correspond

to SIC 4911, 4931, and 4939, Electric Utilities); or 424690, 425110, 425120 (Limited to facilities previously classified in SIC

5169, Chemicals and Allied Products, Not Elsewhere Classified); or 424710 (corresponds to SIC 5171, Petroleum Bulk

Terminals and Plants); or 562112 (Limited to facilities primarily engaged in solvent recovery services on a contract or fee basis

(previously classified under SIC 7389, Business Services, NEC)); or 562211, 562212, 562213, 562219, 562920 (Limited to

facilities regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, subtitle C, 42 U.S.C. 6921 et seq.) (correspond to SIC

4953, Refuse Systems).

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: www.epa.gov/tri/programs/mining/index.htm

Agency Contact: Daniel Teitelbaum Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2844T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0964

FAX: 202 566-0741

E-Mail: Teitelbaum.Daniel@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Gilbert Mears Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2844T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0954

FAX: 202 566-0741

E-Mail: mears.gilbert@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA30

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Title: Electronic Reporting of Toxics Release Inventory Data Under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act

(EPCRA)

Abstract: Currently, facilities must report to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) program electronically via the Toxics Release

Inventory-Made Easy Web application (TRI-MEweb) or by paper. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed to

require facilities to report non-confidential information via TRI-MEweb. Facilities reporting trade secrets would continue to file

paper forms. The use of TRI-MEweb will help ensure data accuracy, while also enabling the Agency to more effectively provide

the public with access to the latest TRI data on toxic chemical releases and other waste management within communities. This

rule promotes EPA efforts to eliminate paper-based submissions in favor of electronic reporting following the direction providing

by the Government Paperwork Elimination Act, which requires Federal agencies to provide for electronic reporting when

practicable. For over a decade, EPA has promoted the use of electronic reporting for TRI data, with 95 percent of TRI facilities

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reporting TRI data electronically for RY 2010. This rule is a continuation of this policy to promote electronic reporting.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372.85 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: EPCRA sec 313

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/05/2012 77 FR 13061 

Final Rule 08/27/2013 78 FR 52860 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-TRI-2011-0174. Facilities included in the following NAICS manufacturing codes

(corresponding to SIC codes 20 through 39): 311*,312*, 313*, 314*, 315*, 316, 321, 322, 323*, 324, 325*, 326*, 327, 331, 332,

333, 334*, 335*, 336, 337*, 339*,111998*, 211112*, 212234*, 212235*, 212393*, 212399*, 488390*, 511110, 511120, 511130,

511140*, 511191,511199, 511220, 512230*, 516110*, 541710*, or 811490*. *Exceptions and/or limitations exist for these

NAICS codes. Facilities included in the following NAICS codes (corresponding to SIC codes other than SIC codes 20 through

39): 212111, 212112, 212113 (correspond to SIC 12, Coal Mining (except 1241)); or 212221, 212222, 212231, 212234, 212299

(correspond to SIC 10, Metal Mining (except 1011, 1081, and 1094)); or 221111, 221112, 221113, 221119, 221121, 221122

(Limited to facilities that combust coal and/or oil for the purpose of generating power for distribution in commerce) (correspond

to SIC 4911, 4931, and 4939, Electric Utilities); or 424690, 425110, 425120 (Limited to facilities previously classified in SIC

5169, Chemicals and Allied Products, Not Elsewhere Classified); or 424710 (corresponds to SIC 5171, Petroleum Bulk

Terminals and Plants); or 562112 (Limited to facilities primarily engaged in solvent recovery services on a contract or fee basis

(previously classified under SIC 7389, Business Services, NEC)); or 562211, 562212, 562213, 562219, 562920 (Limited to

facilities regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, subtitle C, 42 U.S.C. 6921 et seq.) (correspond to SIC

4953, Refuse Systems)

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQTRI-2011-0174-0005

Sectors Affected: 111998; 212399; 511199; 315; 312; 511130; 325; 334; 212234; 511140; 335; 332; 311; 337; 511191; 316;

333; 339; 512230; 211112; 511110; 327; 212393; 811490; 488390; 322; 511120; 324; 326; 331; 323; 313; 314; 336; 321

Agency Contact: David Turk Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2844T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1527

E-Mail: Turk.David@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA35

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Title: Toxics Release Inventory; Addition of Ortho-Nitrotoluene

Abstract: On November 7, 2013, EPA added ortho-nitrotoluene (o-nitrotoluene) to the list of toxic chemicals subject to

reporting under section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to- Know Act (EPCRA) of 1986 and section 6607

of the Pollution Prevention Act (PPA) of 1990. o-Nitrotoluene has been classified by the National Toxicology Program in its 12th

Report on Carcinogens as ''reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.'' EPA determined that o-nitrotoluene meets the

EPCRA section 313(d)(2)(B) criteria because it can reasonably be anticipated to cause cancer in humans.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 11023(d)(2)(B)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/13/2013 78 FR 15913 

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NPRM Comment Period End 05/13/2013 

Final Rule 11/07/2013 78 FR 66848 

Final Rule Effective 11/29/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Agency Contact: Daniel Bushman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2842T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0743

FAX: 202 566-0677

E-Mail: bushman.daniel@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Larry Reisman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

2844T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0751

E-Mail: reisman.larry@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA36

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Title: Updating the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Codes to

2012 NAICS

Abstract: The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Program issued a direct final rule to incorporate the 2012 North American

Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes for TRI reporting purposes. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

updates the NAICS codes every 5 years. OMB approved the 2012 NAICS codes on August 17, 2011 (76 FR 51240) and the

new NAICS codes are effective for calendar year 2012. The actual data required by a TRI form has not changed as a result of

this rulemaking, nor does the rule affect the universe of TRI reporting facilities that are required to submit reports to the Agency

under EPCRA section 313.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: EPCRA 313

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/18/2013 78 FR 42910 

Direct Final Rule 07/18/2013 78 FR 42875 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OEI-2011-0979

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Judith Kendall Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Environmental Information

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0750

FAX: 202 566-0741

E-Mail: kendall.judith@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF43

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

Abstract: The EPA is exploring the use flexible non-permitting approaches under the Clean Water Act to regulate certain

discharges of stormwater from forest roads, including logging roads, in order to address water quality impacts from those

discharges. The EPA recognizes that effective best management practices (BMPs) exist that protect receiving waters and

minimize impacts. The EPA is considering approaches that leverage effective BMP programs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.26 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 01/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

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

Related RINs: Related to 2040-AF42

Agency Contact: Connie Bosma Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-6773

FAX: 202 564-6431

E-Mail: bosma.connie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF46

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Title: Section 610 Review of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Regulation and Effluent Limitations

Guidelines Standards for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations

Abstract: The EPA promulgated revised regulations for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) on February 12,

2003 (68 FR 7175). The "2003 CAFO Rule" expanded the number of operations covered by the CAFO regulations and included

requirements to address the land application of manure from CAFOs. The 2003 CAFO Rule required all CAFOs to seek NPDES

permit coverage. The EPA developed a Final Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (FRFA) for the 2003 CAFO Rule. The EPA took

several steps to minimize the impacts of the 2003 CAFO Rule on small businesses, including regulatory revisions designed to

focus on the largest producers, eliminating the "mixed" animal calculation for operations with more than a single animal type for

determining which Animal Feeding Operations (AFOs) are CAFOs, raising the duck threshold for dry manure handling duck

operations, and adopting a dry-litter chicken threshold higher than proposed. There have been a number of changes to the

2003 regulations due to court decisions based on legal challenges to the rulemaking; however, this action only pertains to the

2003 rule. Pursuant to section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, on October 31, 2012, the EPA initiated a review of the 2003

CAFO rule to determine if the provisions as they relate to small entities should be continued without change, or should be

rescinded or amended to minimize adverse economic impacts on small entities (77 FR 65840). The EPA has solicited comments

on, and will consider, the following factors: (1) The continued need for the rule; (2) the nature of complaints or comments

received from the public concerning the rule; (3) the complexity of the rule; (4) the extent to which the rule overlaps, duplicates,

or conflicts with other Federal, State, or local Government rules; and (5) the degree to which technology, economic conditions,

or other factors have changed in the area affected by the rule. After publication, the EPA received requests for additional time

to submit comments and extended the public comment period until March 1, 2013 (78 FR 277). The results of the EPA's review

will be summarized in a report and placed in the rulemaking docket at the conclusion of this review. This review's Docket ID

number is EPA-HQ-OW-2012-0813; the docket can be accessed at www.regulations.gov.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: None (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 5 USC 610

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 02/12/2003 68 FR 7176 

Begin Review 10/31/2012 77 FR 65840 

Comment Period Extended 01/03/2013 78 FR 277 

End Review 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2012-0813

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/rfa/section-610.html

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOW-2012-0813-0001

Sectors Affected: 11299; 112111; 11232; 112112; 11231; 11212; 11242; 11221; 11292; 11239; 11234; 11241; 11233

Agency Contact: Hema Subramanian Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-5041

FAX: 202 564-6384

E-Mail: subramanian.hema@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AD39

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

Abstract: CWA section 312(n) directs EPA and DoD to establish national discharge standards for discharges incidental to the

normal operation of a vessel of the Armed Forces. The proposed standards will apply to approximately 6,000 vessels of the

Armed Forces and are intended to reduce the adverse environmental impacts associated with the discharges, stimulate the

development of improved pollution control devices, and advance the development of environmentally sound ships by the military.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 1700 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1322; 33 USC 1361

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/waterscience/rules/UNDS

Agency Contact: Katherine Weiler Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4504T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1280

E-Mail: Weiler.Katherine@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Redford Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4504T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

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Phone: 202 566-1288 

FAX: 202 566-1546

E-Mail: Redford.David@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF03

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

Abstract: This action is for the development of regulations by EPA to implement the Clean Boating Act (Public Law 110-288),

which was signed by the President on July 29, 2008. The Clean Boating Act amends section 402 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)

to exclude recreational vessels from National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permitting requirements. In addition, it

adds a new CWA section 312(o) directing EPA to develop regulations that identify the discharges incidental to the normal

operation of recreational vessels (other than a discharge of sewage) for which it is reasonable and practicable to develop

management practices to mitigate adverse impacts on waters of the United States. The regulations also need to include those

management practices, including performance standards for each such practice. Following promulgation of the EPA

performance standards, new CWA section 312(o) directs the Coast Guard to promulgate regulations governing the design,

construction, installation, and use of the management practices. Following promulgation of the Coast Guard regulations, the

Clean Boating Act prohibits the operation of a recreational vessel or any discharge incidental to their normal operation in waters

of the United States and waters of the contiguous zone (i.e., 12 miles into the ocean), unless the vessel owner or operator is

using an applicable management practice meeting the EPA-developed performance standards.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 140 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Final Rule 09/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 713990; 336612; 441222; 483212; 713930; 441221; 488330; 487210

Agency Contact: Brian Rappoli Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4504T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1548

E-Mail: Rappoli.Brian@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Redford Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4504T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1288

FAX: 202 566-1546

E-Mail: Redford.David@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF16

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Title: Water Quality Standards Regulatory Clarifications

Abstract: EPA proposed changes to the water quality standards (WQS) regulation to improve its effectiveness in helping

restore and maintain the Nation's Waters. The core of the current WQS regulation has been in place since 1983. Since then, a

number of issues have been raised by stakeholders or identified by EPA in the implementation process that will benefit from

clarification and greater specificity. The proposed rule addresses the following six key areas: 1) Administrator's determination

that new or revised WQS are necessary, 2) designated uses, 3) triennial review requirements, 4) antidegradation, 5) variances

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to water quality standards, and 6) compliance schedule authorizing provisions. These revisions will allow EPA, States, and

authorized tribes to better achieve program goals by providing clearer more streamlined requirements to facilitate enhanced

water resource protection.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 07/30/2010 75 FR 44930 

NPRM 09/04/2013 78 FR 54517 

NPRM Comment Period End 12/03/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

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

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://epa.gov/waterscience/standards

Agency Contact: Shari Barash Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4305T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0996

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: barash.shari@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Janita Aguirre Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4305T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1149

FAX: 202 566-0409

E-Mail: aguirre.janita@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF25

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

Abstract: EPA plans to propose regulations that would update specific elements of the existing National Pollutant Discharge

Elimination System (NPDES) in order to better harmonize regulations and application forms, improve permit documentation and

transparency, and provide clarifications to the existing regulations. In this effort EPA plans to address application, permitting,

monitoring, and reporting requirements that have become obsolete or outdated due to programmatic, technical or other changes

that have occurred over the past 35 years. Specifically, EPA plans to focus on revising the NPDES permit application forms to

specifically include all final Agency data standards, improving the consistency between the application forms, updating the

applications to better reflect current program practices, and specifically incorporate new program areas into the forms (e.g.,

Clean Water Act section 316(b) requirements for cooling water intake structures). EPA also plans to address other program

elements including permit documentation, EPA State permit objection, and public participation procedures to improve the quality

and transparency of permit development. As an example of a regulation which could be proposed to change to reduce burden,

as well as improve transparency and public access to information, EPA is considering whether to revise the public notice

requirements to allow a State to post notices of draft NPDES permits and other permit actions under the Clean Water Act on

their State Agency websites in lieu of traditional newspaper posting.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 125; 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 124 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Final Rule 03/00/2015 

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see:

http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Kathryn Kelley Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-7004

FAX: 202 564-9544

E-Mail: Kelley.Kathryn@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Hair Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-2287

FAX: 202 564-9544

E-Mail: Hair.David@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF30

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Title: Definition of "Waters of the United States" Under the Clean Water Act

Abstract: After U.S. Supreme Court decisions in SWANCC and Rapanos, the scope of "waters of the US" protected under all

CWA programs has been an issue of considerable debate and uncertainty. The Act has a single definition for "waters of the

United States." As a result, these decisions affect the geographic scope of all CWA programs. SWANCC and Rapanos did not

invalidate the current regulatory definition of "waters of the United States." However, the decisions established important

considerations for how those regulations should be interpreted, and experience implementing the regulations has identified

several areas that could benefit from additional clarification through rulemaking. U.S. EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of

Engineers are developing a proposed rule for determining whether a water is protected by the Clean Water Act. This rule would

make clear which waterbodies are protected under the Clean Water Act.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

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

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: After U.S. Supreme Court decisions in SWANCC and Rapanos, the scope of "waters of the US"

protected under all CWA programs has been an issue of considerable debate and uncertainty. The Act has a single definition

for "waters of the United States." As a result, these decisions affect the geographic scope of all CWA programs. SWANCC and

Rapanos did not invalidate the current regulatory definition of "waters of the United States." However, the decisions established

important considerations for how those regulations should be interpreted, and experience implementing the regulations has

identified several areas that could benefit from additional clarification through rulemaking. EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of

Engineers are developing a proposed rule for determining whether a water is protected by the Clean Water Act. This rule would

clarify which water bodies are protected under the Clean Water Act.

Legal Basis: To be determined.

Alternatives: To be determined.

Costs and Benefits: To be determined.

Risks: To be determined.

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Downing Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4502T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1367

E-Mail: Downing.Donna@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rachel Fertik Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4502T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1452

E-Mail: Fertik.Rachel@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF48

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

Procedures

Abstract: This regulatory action would amend "Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants" at 40

CFR part 136 to approve test procedures (analytical methods) for use by testing laboratories for water monitoring. These test

procedures are used to implement the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program unless an alternate

procedure is approved by a Regional Administrator. The regulation would also revise, clarify, and correct errors and ambiguities

in existing methods and the water monitoring regulations.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 423 revision; 40 CFR 435 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of

Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311(a); 33 USC 1314; 33 USC 1361; CWA 301; CWA 304; CWA 501

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Final Rule 05/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Robin Oshiro Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1075

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: Oshiro.Robin@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AC84

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Title: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES): Use of Sufficiently Sensitive Test Methods for Permit

Applications and Reporting

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Abstract: EPA is launching an effort to update specific elements of the existing NPDES regulations in order to provide

clarifications related to the NPDES permit application and NPDES permit monitoring analytical detection level requirements.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 136 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311 CWA 301; 33 USC 1312 CWA 302; 33 USC 1314 CWA 304; 33 USC 1316 CWA 306; 33 USC

1318 CWA 308; 33 USC 1342 CWA 402; 33 USC 1361 CWA 501

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/23/2010 75 FR 35712 

Final Rule 04/00/2014 

Additional Information: EPA publication information: NPRM - http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/pdf/2010-15254.pdf

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Kathryn Kelley Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-7004

FAX: 202 564-9544

E-Mail: Kelley.Kathryn@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Hair Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-2287

FAX: 202 564-9544

E-Mail: Hair.David@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AE95

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Title: Criteria and Standards for Cooling Water Intake Structures

Abstract: Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act (CWA) requires EPA to ensure that the location, design, construction, and

capacity of cooling water intake structures reflect the best technology available (BTA) for minimizing adverse environmental

impacts. Under a consent decree with environmental organizations, EPA divided the 316(b) rulemaking into three phases. All

new facilities except offshore oil and gas exploration facilities were addressed in Phase I in December 2001. In July, 2004, EPA

promulgated Phase II which covered large existing electric generating plants. In July 2007, EPA suspended the Phase II rule

following the Second Circuit decision. Several parties petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review that decision, and the

Supreme Court granted the petitions, limited to the issue of whether the Clean Water Act authorized EPA to consider the

relationship of costs and benefits in establishing 316(b) standards. On April 1, 2009, the Supreme Court reversed and remanded

the case to the Second Circuit. The Second Circuit subsequently granted a request from EPA that the case be returned to the

Agency for further consideration. In June 2006, EPA promulgated the Phase III regulation, covering existing electric generating

plants using less than 50 MGD of cooling water, new offshore oil and gas facilities, and all existing manufacturing facilities.

Petitions to review this rule were filed in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. In July 2010, the U. S. Court of Appeals

for the Fifth Circuit issued a decision upholding EPA's rule for new offshore oil and gas extraction facilities. The court also

granted the request of EPA and environmental petitioners to remand the existing facility portion of the rule to the Agency. EPA

entered a settlement agreement with the plaintiffs in two lawsuits related to Section 316(b) rulemakings. Under the settlement

agreement EPA agreed to sign a notice of a proposed rulemaking implementing section 316(b) of the CWA at existing facilities

no later than March 28, 2011 and to sign a notice taking final action on the proposed rule no later than November 4, 2013 as

discussed below. Plaintiffs agreed to seek dismissal of both their suits, subject to a request to reopen one of the lawsuits in the

event EPA failed to meet the deadlines. EPA's proposed regulation includes uniform controls at all existing facilities to prevent

fish from being trapped against screens (impingement), site-specific controls for existing facilities other than new units to

prevent fish from being drawn through cooling systems (entrainment), and uniform controls equivalent to closed cycle cooling for

new units at existing facilities (entrainment). Other regulatory options analyzed included similar uniform impingement controls,

and progressively more stringent requirements for entrainment controls. Another option considered would imposed the uniform

impingement controls only for facilities withdrawing 50 or more MGD of cooling water, with site-specific impingement controls for

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facilities withdrawing less than 50 MGD. EPA issued two Notices of Data Availability in June 2012 that described measures to

provide additional flexibility that EPA is considering as part of the impingement mortality standard and that described the

preliminary results of surveys of households' willingness to pay for incremental reductions in fish mortality. In light of the

Supreme Court 2009 decision and its recognition that EPA has broad discretion in its 316(b) regulations, EPA initiated

consultation with the Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service under Section 7 of the Endangered

Species Act. EPA and the Services began informal consultation in 2012, but concluded in 2013 that formal consultation was

necessary. In order to accommodate the regulatory 135-day time frame for formal consultation, plaintiffs agreed to a

modification to the settlement agreement, extending final rule deadline to November 4, 2013.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 125 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CWA 101; CWA 301; CWA 304; CWA 308; CWA 316; CWA 401; CWA 402; CWA 501; CWA 510

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial 

NPRM: 3/28/2011 - Settlement Agreement - As per 14 day extension

granted 3/10 (or 4 days if no CR). Riverkeeper v. EPA, 06-12987,

SDNY (signed 11/22/2010). 

03/28/2011 

Other Judicial Settlement Agreement 01/14/2014 

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Cooling water is withdrawn for the purpose of dissipating waste heat from industrial processes. Over half

of all water withdrawn in the United States each year is for cooling purposes. The withdrawal of cooling water removes and kills

hundreds of billions of aquatic organisms from waters of the United States each year, including plankton, fish, crustaceans,

shellfish, sea turtles, and marine mammals. In addition to direct loss of organisms, a number of indirect, ecosystem-level effects

may also occur, and environmental degradation can result from the cumulative impacts. The long life of the capital equipment in

industries withdrawing cooling water implies that these adverse environmental impacts could continue for decades. Private

decision making at facilities that use cooling water may not take society's preferences for fish protection into account. The

beneficiaries of fish protection at cooling water intakes include fisherman, and citizens interested in well-functioning and healthy

aquatic ecosystems. In addition, deregulation in the electric industry has made it more difficult for merchant power producers to

both remain competitive and pass along to consumers costs associated with fish protection, putting them at a disadvantage to

rate-regulated electric utilities that are vertically integrated.

Legal Basis: The Clean Water Act requires EPA to establish best technology available standards to minimize adverse

environmental impacts from cooling water intake structures. On February 16, 2004, EPA took final action on regulations

governing cooling water intake structures at certain existing power producing facilities under section 316(b) of the Clean Water

Act (Phase II rule). 69 FR 41576 (July 9, 2004). These regulations were challenged, and the Second Circuit remanded several

provisions of the Phase II rule on various grounds. Riverkeeper, Inc. v. EPA, 475F.3d83, (2d Cir., 2007). EPA suspended most

of the rule in response to the remand. 72 FR 37107 (July 9, 2007). The remand of Phase III does not change permitting

requirements for these facilities. Until the new rule is issued, permit directors continue to issue permits on a case-by-case, Best

Professional Judgment basis for existing facilities.

Alternatives: This analysis will cover various sizes and types of potentially regulated facilities and control technologies. EPA is

considering whether to regulate on a national basis, by subcategory, by broad water body category, or some other basis.

Costs and Benefits: The technologies under consideration in this rulemaking are similar to the technologies considered for

the original Phase II and Phase III rules, and costs have been updated to 2009. The annual social costs associated with EPA's

proposed regulation are $384 million, plus an additional $15 million in costs associated with the new units provision. The annual

social costs of the other options ranged from $327 million to $4.63 billion. EPA monetized only a portion of the expected annual

benefits of the rule, amounting to $18 million. The monetized benefits for the other options ranged from $17 million to $126

million. EPA also conducted a stated preference survey to provide a more comprehensive estimate of the monetized benefits

and expects to have the Science Advisory Board review this study.

Risks: Cooling water intake structures may pose significant risks for aquatic ecosystems.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/20/2011 76 FR 22174 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/20/2011 76 FR 43230 

Notice 06/11/2012 77 FR 34315 

Notice 06/12/2012 77 FR 34927 

Final Rule 01/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2008-0667

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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RIN Information

URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/316b/index.cfm

Sectors Affected: 336412; 332999; 321999; 324199; 326299; 331521; 331524; 331315; 311313; 313210; 311312; 327310;

611310; 333120; 333922; 331525; 339914; 211111; 321912; 332211; 312140; 221121; 221122; 331112; 313320; 333111;

311225; 221112; 332212; 332510; 221111; 212210; 331111; 221210; 211112; 221113; 332323; 221119; 332618; 332439;

332919; 321918; 312229; 333923; 322130; 324110; 325992; 333315; 212391; 332117; 331312; 331419; 333911; 336510;

321219; 326192; 331221; 322291; 321113; 331492; 337215; 321212; 311222; 221330; 331222; 111991; 111930; 311311;

326211; 312210; 311221

Agency Contact: Tom Born Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1001

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: born.tom@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Julie Hewitt Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1031

E-Mail: hewitt.julie@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF14

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

Abstract: EPA establishes national technology-based regulations, called effluent limitations guidelines and standards, to

reduce discharges of pollutants from industries to waters of the U.S. These requirements are incorporated into National

Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) discharge permits issued by EPA and States and through the national

pretreatment program. The steam electric effluent limitations guidelines and standards apply to steam electric power plants using

nuclear or fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas. There are about 1,200 nuclear- and fossil-fueled steam electric power

plants nationwide; approximately 500 of these power plants are coal-fired. In a study completed in 2009, EPA found that the

current regulations, which were last updated in 1982, do not adequately address the pollutants being discharged and have not

kept pace with changes that have occurred in the electric power industry over the last three decades. The rulemaking may

address discharges associated with coal ash waste and flue gas desulfurization (FGD) air pollution controls, as well as other

power plant waste streams. Power plant discharges can have major impacts on water quality, including reduced organism

abundance and species diversity, contamination of drinking water sources, and other effects. Pollutants of concern include

metals (e.g., mercury, arsenic and selenium), nutrients, and total dissolved solids. The proposed rule was published in the

Federal Register on June 17, 2013 ("Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating

Point Source Category," 78 Federal Register 110 (7 June 2013), pp. 34432 - pp. 34543).

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 423 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311; 33 USC 1314; 33 USC 1316; 33 USC 1317; 33 USC 1318; 33 USC 1342; 33 USC 1361

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Consent Decree 04/19/2013 

Other Judicial 5/22/2014 - Consent Decree deadline for Final Action - Defenders of

Wildlife v. Jackson, 10-1915, D. D.C. 05/22/2014 

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Steam electric power plants contribute over half of all toxic pollutants discharged to surface waters by all

industrial categories currently regulated in the United States under the Clean Water Act. For example, steam electric plants

annually discharge: • 64,400 lb. of lead • 2,820 lb. of mercury • 79,200 lb. of arsenic • 225,000 lb. of selenium • 1,970,000 lb. of

aluminum • 4,990,000 lb. of zinc • 30,000,000 lb. of nitrogen • 682,000 lb. of phosphorus • 14,500,000 lb. of manganese •

158,000 lb. of vanadium; and • 27 other pollutants. Discharges of these toxic pollutants are linked to cancer, neurological

damage, and ecological damage. Many of these toxic pollutants, once in the environment, remain there for years. These

pollutant discharges contribute to: • over 160 water bodies not meeting State quality standards • 185 waters for which there are

fish consumption advisories; and • degradation of 399 water bodies across the country that are drinking water supplies. The

revised steam electric rule would strengthen the existing controls on discharges from these plants. It would set the first Federal

limits on the levels of toxic metals in wastewater that can be discharged from power plants, based on technology improvements

in the industry over the last three decades.

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Legal Basis: Section 301(b)(2) of the Clean Water Act requires EPA to promulgate effluent limitations for categories of point

sources, using technology-based standards that govern the sources' discharge of certain pollutants. 33 USC Section 1311(b).

Section 304(b) of the Act directs EPA to develop effluent limitations guidelines (ELGs) that identify certain technologies and

control measures available to achieve effluent reductions for each point source category, specifying factors to be taken into

account in identifying those technologies and control measures. 33 U.S.C. Section 1314(b). Since the 1970s, EPA has

formulated effluent limitations and ELGs in tandem through a single administrative process. Am. Frozen Food Inst. v. Train, 539

F.2d 107 (D.C. Cir. 1976). The CWA also requires EPA to perform an annual review of existing ELGs and to revise them, if

appropriate. 33 U.S.C. Section 1314(b); see also 33 U.S.C. Section 1314(m)(1)(A). EPA originally established effluent

limitations and guidelines for the steam electric generating industry in 1974 and last updated them in 1982. 47 Fed. Reg. 52,290

(Nov. 19, 1982). As described above, EPA determined the existing regulations do not adequately address the pollutants being

discharged and that revisions are appropriate.

Alternatives: Due to the widespread discharge of pollutants in steam electric discharges, EPA has not identified alternatives

to regulation.

Costs and Benefits: EPA recently proposed revisions to the steam electric rule and identified a range of preferred regulatory

options. EPA's estimates of the annual social costs of the steam electric rule range from $185 million to $954 million with

associated annual pollutant discharge reductions of 470 million to 2.62 billion pounds and water use reductions of 50 billion to

103 billion gallons. EPA's estimate of the monetized benefits, which only includes a portion of the benefits, range from $139

million to $483 million.

Risks: Effluent limitations guidelines and standards are technology based discharge requirements. As such, EPA has not

assessed risk associated with this action. However, as detailed in the Statement of Need, toxic pollutant discharges from steam

electric plants are linked to cancer, neurological damage, and ecological damage.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/07/2013 78 FR 34431 

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

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 22111; 221112; 221113

Agency Contact: Ronald Jordan Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1003

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: Jordan.Ronald@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jezebele Alicea Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1755

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: alicea.jezebele@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF21

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

Abstract: EPA is under a Consent Decree deadline to sign a notice of final rulemaking for numeric nutrient water quality

criteria (which are elements of water quality standards) for the State of Florida's estuaries and coastal waters by September 30,

2013. Pursuant to a judicial order, EPA's obligation to sign a notice of final rulemaking for numeric nutrient water quality criteria

for flowing waters in south Florida (including canals), tidally influence segments, and the downstream protection values for

flowing waters into estuaries by September 30, 2013 has been stayed until 30 days after the court rules on EPA's motion to

modify the Consent Decree to relieve EPA of its obligation to finalize criteria for those waters. Per the terms of the Consent

Decree, EPA signed for publication in the Federal register proposed criteria for these three categories on November 30, 2012.

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EPA has approved as Water Quality Standards numeric nutrient criteria for certain estuaries, certain coastal waters and

quantitative procedures for downstream protection developed by the State of Florida. For any estuaries and/or coastal waters for

which Florida adopts and EPA approves numeric nutrient water quality criteria by September 30, 2013, EPA is relieved of its

obligation to sign a notice of final rulemaking for those waters.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial 

11/30/2012- Consent Decree. As per extension approved 7/16/2012

(Florida Wildlife Federation v. EPA #08-324 USDC Northern District of

Florida). Original deadline was 11/14/2011. 

11/30/2012 

Other Judicial 

9/30/2013 - Consent Decree. As per extension approved 7/16/2012

(Florida Wildlife Federation v. EPA#08-324 USDC Northern District of

Florida). 

09/30/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/18/2012 77 FR 74924 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2010-0222. http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/florida_coastal.cfm

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Erica Fleisig Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4305T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1057

E-Mail: Fleisig.Erica@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Corey Buffo Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4305T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1279

E-Mail: Buffo.Corey@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF39

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

Abstract: This final rule addresses an order by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida from February 18,

2012, which remanded to the EPA two portions of its numeric water quality standards for nutrients in Florida that were

promulgated and published on December 6, 2010. This rule promulgates criteria for the remanded provisions and provides

additional explanation: the flowing waters criteria derived using the reference condition approach for Florida streams and for the

derivation of the downstream protective values (DPVs) for unimpaired lakes. Per the terms of the Consent Decree, EPA signed

for publication in the Federal Register proposed criteria on November 30, 2012. EPA has approved as Water Quality Standards

numeric nutrient criteria for streams and quantitative procedures for downstream protection developed by the State of Florida

and there is uncertainty as whether finalization of this rule will be necessary. This is because EPA has amended its

Determination to state that NNC are no longer necessary for water management Conveyances and DPVs, which are the

remaining waters subject to this Phase I rule. EPA has filed a motion to modify the CD with the court asking the judge to modify

the CD to relieve EPA of the obligation to Promulgate NNC for these waters. The judge has scheduled a hearing for September

24, 2013 and has stayed the August 31, 2013 deadline for these waters to 30 days after his ruling on EPA's motion.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq

Legal Deadline: Per court order the final rule must be signed 30 days after the judge's ruling unless the judge grants EPA's

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motion to modify the CD for these waters

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial 11/30/2012 - Consent Decree deadline for NPRM - Florida Wildlife

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

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/18/2012 77 FR 74985 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 31-33; 2123; 22132

Agency Contact: Mario Sengco Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4305T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-2676

FAX: 202 566-9981

E-Mail: sengco.mario@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Corey Buffo Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4305T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1279

E-Mail: Buffo.Corey@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF44

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Title: Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Construction and Development Point Source Category

Abstract: This action will address revisions to the effluent guidelines and standards for the construction and development (C &

D) point source category 40 CFR 450. The C&D rule was issued on December 1, 2009 and became effective on February 1,

2010. This action would revise several of the non-numeric portions of the rule in response to litigation.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 450 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311; 33 USC 1312 CWA 302; 33 USC 1314; 33 USC 1316; 33 USC 1341; 33 USC 1342; 33 USC

1361; 33 USC 1370

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial 

02/28/2014 - Settlement Agreement deadline for Final Action - Wisconsin

Builders Ass'n v. EPA, 7th Cir., No. 09-4113, as per 12/21/2012

settlement agreement. 

02/28/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/01/2013 78 FR 19434 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 236; 237

Agency Contact: Jesse Pritts Environmental Protection Agency

Water

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4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1038

E-Mail: Pritts.Jesse@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Janet Goodwin Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1060

E-Mail: Goodwin.Janet@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AD40

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Title: Underground Injection Control: Update of State Programs

Abstract: The regulations at 40 CFR part 147 codify each State's UIC program description and incorporate by reference the

rules and regulations that the respective primacy State will implement. This includes codifying programs upon which EPA

directly implements. The primary reason for part 147 is to incorporate by reference into the Code of Federal Regulations the

State program authorities and regulations so EPA may bring a direct enforcement action if the State fails to comply with the

State UIC program. This update is necessary to ensure that the CFR accurately reflects current approved State UIC programs

and that requirements of those programs are federally enforceable. EPA Regional Offices will be submitting State revision

packages as they are completed. Part 147 will then be updated in several stages. This is the first stage. This effort should have

no impact on the regulated community because EPA will merely be incorporating by reference elements of already approved

State programs.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 147 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 300h-1 SDWA 1422; 42 USC 300h-4 SDWA 1425

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule

Additional Information: SAN No. 4236

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Robert-Eu Smith Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4606M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3895

FAX: 202 564-3756

E-Mail: Smith.Robert-Eu@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jeff Jollie Environmental Protection Agency

Water

WTR9, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3886

FAX: 415 947-3549

E-Mail: Jollie.Jeff@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF05

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Title: Oil and Gas Construction Stormwater Rule

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Abstract: On June 12, 2006, EPA published a final rule to address a new provision added by the Energy Policy Act of 2005.

The 2006 regulation effectively exempted from National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements

stormwater discharges of sediment from construction activities associated with oil and gas exploration, production, processing,

or treatment operations or transmission facilities unless the relevant facility had a discharge of stormwater resulting in a

discharge of a reportable quantity of oil or hazardous substances. Shortly thereafter, the Natural Resources Defense Council

(NRDC) petitioned the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (Ninth Circuit) for direct review of EPA's action. On May 23, 2008, the

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in NRDC v. U.S. EPA, 526 F.3d 591 (9th Cir. 2008), vacating EPA's 2006 oil

and gas construction stormwater regulation. On July 21, 2008, EPA filed a petition for rehearing in this case. On November 3,

2008, the Ninth Circuit issued its order denying EPA's request for rehearing of the Court's decision vacating EPA's 2006 oil and

gas construction stormwater regulation. This action will be included as part of EPA's Stormwater Regulations Revision to

Address Discharges from Developed Sites (RIN 2040-AD13). EPA will (1) remove the codified 2006 rule from the Code of

Federal Regulations consistent with the court vacatur and (2) codify the revised 2005 Energy Policy Act definition of "oil and gas

exploration, production, processing, treatment, and transmission operations" to clarify that certain uncontaminated discharges

from oil and gas construction activities are exempt from permitting as identified in section 402(I)(2) of the Clean Water Act.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.26(a)(2)(ii) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1342(l) and 1362(24)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5330

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Bryan Rittenhouse Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-0577

FAX: 202 564-6431

E-Mail: rittenhouse.bryan@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Connie Bosma Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-6773

FAX: 202 564-6431

E-Mail: bosma.connie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF13

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Title: Stormwater Regulations Revision to Address Discharges from Developed Sites

Abstract: Stormwater discharges from developed areas are a major cause of degradation of surface waters. Stormwater

conveys pollutants to nearby waterbodies and can impact the hydrology of waterbodies because of increased stormwater

discharge volumes and velocities. Current stormwater regulations were promulgated in 1990 and 1999. In 2006, the Office of

Water asked the National Research Council (NRC) to review the stormwater program and recommend ways to strengthen it.

The NRC Report, which was finalized in October 2008, found that the current stormwater program "...is not likely to adequately

control stormwater's contribution to waterbody impairment" and recommended that EPA take action to address the harmful

effects of stormwater. This action could propose requirements for managing stormwater discharges from newly developed and

redeveloped sites and may propose regulating additional municipal separate storm sewer systems

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.26 and 40 CFR 122.30-37 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq

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Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial 6/17/2013 - Settlement Agreement deadline for NPRM - Fowler, et al. v.

EPA; # 09-0005; D. D.C.; as per 6/10/2013 modification 06/17/2013 

Other Judicial 12/10/2014 - Settlement Agreement deadline for Final Action - Fowler, et

al. v. EPA; # 09-0005; D. D.C.; as per 6/28/2012 modification 12/10/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

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

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

Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: Undetermined

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater

Agency Contact: Connie Bosma Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-6773

FAX: 202 564-6431

E-Mail: bosma.connie@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Janet Goodwin Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1060

E-Mail: Goodwin.Janet@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF15

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

Abstract: Beginning in 2004, EPA conducted a wide-ranging review of implementation of the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) to

determine if there is a national problem related to elevated lead levels. EPA's comprehensive review consisted of several

elements, including a series of workshops designed to solicit issues, comments, and suggestions from stakeholders on

particular issues; a review of monitoring data to evaluate the effectiveness of the LCR; and a review of the LCR implementation

by States and water utilities. As a result of this multi-part review, EPA identified seven targeted rule changes and EPA

promulgated a set of short-term regulatory revisions and clarifications on October 10, 2007, to strengthen implementation of the

existing Lead and Copper Rule. In developing the short-term revisions, EPA identified several regulatory changes to be

considered as part of identifying more comprehensive changes to the rule. These considerations are longer-term in nature as

they require additional data collection, research, analysis, and stakeholder involvement to support decisions. This action

addresses the remaining regulatory revisions to be completed in the 2013/2014 time frame. Changes will be made to make the

rule more cost effective and more protective of public health.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2015 

Final Rule 03/00/2017 

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see:

http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/lcr/index.cfm

Agency Contact: Jeffrey Kempic Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4607M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-4880

FAX: 202 564-3760

E-Mail: Kempic.Jeffrey@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF26

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

Abstract: EPA is developing pretreatment standards for pollutant discharges from dental offices. When dentists place or

remove amalgam fillings, mercury and other contaminants are flushed into the sewer. Dental amalgam contains mercury and

other metals that have the potential to pass through or interfere with municipal wastewater treatment at Publicly Owned

Treatment Works (POTWs). EPA's technology assessment will focus on best management practices, such as use of amalgam

separators, as a regulatory requirement.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 441 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314 33 USC 1317(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

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

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 339116; 621210

Agency Contact: Damon Highsmith Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-2504

E-Mail: Highsmith.Damon@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jan Matuszko Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1035

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: matuszko.jan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF28

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Title: National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Regulation of Perchlorate

Abstract: The Agency is developing a national regulation for perchlorate in drinking water. The Safe Drinking Water Act

describes EPA's requirements for regulating contaminants. In accordance with these requirements, EPA will consider the

Science Advisory Board's guidance on how to best interpret perchlorate health information to derive a Maximum Contaminant

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Level Goal for perchlorate. The Agency is also evaluating the feasibility and affordability of treatment technologies to remove

perchlorate from drinking water and will examine the costs and benefits of a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) and alternative

MCLs. EPA is also seeking input through informal and formal processes from the National Drinking Water Advisory Council, the

Department of Health and Human Services, State and tribal drinking water programs, the regulated community (public water

systems), public health organizations, academia, environmental and public interest groups, and other interested stakeholders on

a number of issues relating to the regulation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141 40 CFR 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory SDWA requires NPRM not later than 24 months after determination to

regulate. 02/11/2013 

Other Statutory SDWA requires Final Action within 18 months of NPRM; may be

extended up to 9 months. 08/11/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Final Rule 09/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2011-03331

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://water.epa.gov/drink/contaminants/unregulated/perchlorate.cfm

Agency Contact: Daniel Olson Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4607M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-5239

E-Mail: Olson.Daniel@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Eric Burneson Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4607M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-5250

E-Mail: burneson.eric@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF29

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

Abstract: EPA announced in February 2011 that it plans to develop one national primary drinking water regulation (NPDWR)

covering up to 16 carcinogenic volatile organic compounds (VOCs). EPA will propose a regulation to address carcinogenic VOC

contaminants as a group rather than individually in order to provide public health protections more quickly and also allow utilities

to more effectively and efficiently plan for improvements. PCE and TCE, which the Agency determined were candidates for

regulatory revision under the second 6-year review of the existing NPDWRs, will be included in the VOC drinking water

standard. Besides PCE and TCE, the group may include up to six additional regulated VOCs and up to eight unregulated VOCs

from the EPA's Contaminant Candidate List 3. SDWA section 1412(b)(1)-(6) describes EPA's requirements for regulating

contaminants. In accordance with these requirements, the Agency will evaluate the health effects of carcinogenic VOCs, the

feasibility of treatment, the affordability of treatment for small systems, and the costs and the benefits (as part of the Health Risk

Reduction Cost Analysis). EPA has reached out to stakeholders via multiple meetings and the Web before deciding to develop

the carcinogenic VOC group rule. EPA also plans to seek input from the Science Advisory Board, the National Drinking Water

Advisory Council, the Department of Health and Human Services, and State and tribal drinking water programs prior to issuing a

proposed rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq.

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2016 

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see:

http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/dwstrategy/index.cfm

Agency Contact: Kesha Forrest Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4607M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3632

FAX: 202 564-3760

E-Mail: forrest.kesha@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rajiv Khera Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4607M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-4881

E-Mail: Khera.Rajiv@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF35

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Title: Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Unconventional Oil and Gas Extraction Including Coalbed Methane and Shale Gas

Extraction

Abstract: In recent years there has been substantial growth in extraction and production of oil and gas resources including

shale gas using unconventional technologies. Part of this growth can be attributed to advances in directional drilling and

hydraulic fracturing. This unconventional oil and gas production can generate substantial volumes of wastewater. These

wastewaters have been found to contain elevated concentrations of some or all of the following pollutants: fracturing fluid

additives, salt content (often expressed as total dissolved solids or TDS), conventional pollutants, organics, metals, and NORM

(naturally occurring radioactive material) which, if discharged, can directly impact aquatic life and drinking water sources. The

current state of regulations for discharges associated with these unconventional activities varies. This action will collect

information, review existing technologies, and develop regulatory options to control discharges of pollutants from these sources.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 435 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311; 1314; 1316; 1317; 1318; 1342; 1361

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

Final Rule 04/00/2016 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Undetermined

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 213111; 213112

Agency Contact: Lisa Biddle Environmental Protection Agency

Water

3028C, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0350

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: biddle.lisa@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jan Matuszko Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4303T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1035

FAX: 202 566-1053

E-Mail: matuszko.jan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF47

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Title: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Regulation Revision: Removal of the Pesticide Discharge Permitting

Exemption in Response to Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Decision

Abstract: This action removes 40 CFR 122.3(h) from the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), where EPA had codified

exclusions to NPDES permitting for application of pesticides to waters of the United States on November 27, 2006 and which

were subsequently vacated by the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals on January 7, 2009. The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of

Appeals held in National Cotton Council, et al., v. EPA, that the 2006 final rule was not a reasonable interpretation of the Clean

Water Act and that NPDES permits are required for all biological pesticide applications and chemical pesticide applications that

leave a residue in water when such applications are made in or over, including near, waters of the U.S. As of October 31, 2011,

NPDES permits are required for application of pesticides to waters of the United States.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.3(h) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 06/27/2013 78 FR 38591 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2003-0063

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Prasad Chumble Environmental Protection Agency

Water

4203M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-0021

E-Mail: chumble.prasad@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Katherine Telleen Environmental Protection Agency

Water

Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-7933

E-Mail: telleen.katherine@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG72

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Title: Hazardous Waste Requirements for the Retail Sector; Clarifying and Making the Program More Effective

Abstract: In response to public comments submitted in connection with the EPA's periodic retrospective review of regulations

under Executive Order 13563 and following substantial dialogue with representatives of the Retail Sector, the EPA is exploring

ways to clarify and make the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste regulations more effective for

managing waste generated in the retail sector. The EPA has stated its intent to analyze relevant information to determine what

the retail RCRA issues of concern are and what options may exist for addressing the issues. The EPA expects this Notice of

Data Availability (NODA) to: 1) present data and information the EPA has gathered thus far from stakeholders and other

sources; 2) request additional relevant data and information from the public; and 3) request comment on issues of concern for

managing waste generated in the retail sector and options for addressing the issues. The EPA will use this information to

evaluate possible next steps.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6901 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see:

http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Richard Huggins Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-0017

E-Mail: huggins.richard@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jessica Young Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-0026

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: Young.Jessica@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AE87

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

Requirements

Abstract: The Clean Water Act requires EPA to prepare a schedule identifying dispersants, other chemicals, and other spill

mitigating devices and substances, if any, that may be used in carrying out the National Contingency Plan (NCP); and the

waters and quantities in which they may be used. EPA is considering revising Subpart J of the NCP to address the efficacy,

toxicity, and environmental monitoring of dispersants, other chemical and biological agents, and other spill mitigating

substances, as well as public, State, local, and Federal officials concerns on their authorization and use. Specifically, the Agency

is considering revisions to the technical product requirements under Subpart J, including amendments to the effectiveness and

toxicity testing protocols, and establishing new effectiveness and toxicity thresholds for listing certain products on the Schedule.

Additionally, the Agency is considering amendments to area planning requirements for agent use authorization and advanced

monitoring techniques. The Agency is also considering revisions to harmonize 40 CFR part 110.4 with the definitions for

chemical and biological agents proposed for Subpart J. These changes, if finalized, will help ensure that chemical and biological

agents have met rigorous efficacy and toxicity requirements, that product manufacturers provide important use and safety

information, and that the planning and response community is equipped with the proper information to authorize and use the

products in a judicious and effective manner.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300; 40 CFR 110 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321(d)(2); 33 USC 1321(b)(3); 33 USC 1321(j)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563.

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 325; 424; 211; 541; 562

Agency Contact: William Nichols Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5104A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1970

FAX: 202 564-2625

E-Mail: nichols.nick@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Craig Matthiessen Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5104A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8016

FAX: 202 564-2625

E-Mail: mattheissen.craig@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG39

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Title: Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals

Abstract: A small portion of pharmaceuticals are regulated as hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and

Recovery Act when discarded. Healthcare (and associated) facilities that generate hazardous waste pharmaceuticals have

reported having difficulties complying with the manufacturing-oriented framework of the Subtitle C hazardous waste regulations

for a number of reasons. First, under the current hazardous waste regulatory scheme, healthcare workers, whose primary focus

is to provide care for patients, are often involved in the implementation of the regulations. Second, a healthcare facility can have

thousands of items in its formulary, making it difficult to ascertain which ones are hazardous wastes when disposed. Third, some

active pharmaceutical ingredients are listed as acute hazardous wastes, which are stringently regulated even in small amounts.

To facilitate compliance and to respond to these concerns, EPA is proposing to revise the regulations to improve management

and disposal of hazardous waste pharmaceuticals. The revisions are also intended to clarify regulation of a major mechanism

used by healthcare facilities for management of unused and/or expired pharmaceuticals, known as reverse distribution. In 2008,

the Agency proposed to address pharmaceutical hazardous waste management issues by adding them to the Universal Waste

rule. However, in order to address the adverse comments received on the 2008 proposal, EPA is now considering re-proposing

healthcare facility-specific regulations for the management of hazardous waste pharmaceuticals in order to provide a regulatory

scheme that is adapted to the unique issues that hospitals, pharmacies and other healthcare-related facilities face.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 266; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 270 (To

search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921-6939

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/02/2008 73 FR 73520 

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

Second NPRM 08/00/2014 

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Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2007-0932

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/waste/hazard/generation/pharmaceuticals.htm

Public Comment URL: NPRM:

http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPAWASTE/2008/December/Day-02/f28161.pdf

Sectors Affected: 622110; 562112; 562211; 562219; 562119; 446110; 562111; 562213; 562212; 541940

Agency Contact: Mary Jackson Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8453

E-Mail: Jackson.Mary@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Kristin Fitzgerald Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8286

FAX: 703 308-0522

E-Mail: fitzgerald.kristin@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG67

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

Abstract: The Hazard Ranking System (HRS), required by the Superfund statute, is the primary mechanism used by EPA to

assess the relative threat associated with actual or potential releases of hazardous substances. As a matter of Agency policy,

those sites that score 28.50 or greater under the HRS are eligible for inclusion on the National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL is

intended primarily to guide the EPA in determining which sites warrant further investigation. A score of 28.50 does not represent

a specified level of risk but is a cutoff point that serves as a screening-level indicator of the highest priority releases or

threatened releases. The HRS includes four scoring pathways--ground water, surface water, air, and soil exposure. Additional

pathways have been identified as posing significant threats to human health and the environment that should be considered

when evaluating sites for the NPL. One such pathway is subsurface intrusion. Subsurface intrusion occurs when contaminants

are released, enter the subsurface environment and move into occupied structures (e.g., residences, workplaces, and other

buildings) as a gas, vapor, or liquid. Over the past decade EPA and State environmental programs have learned significantly

more information regarding the risk that this pathway poses to human health. Historically, EPA's Superfund program has

responded to vapor intrusion contamination by two mechanisms: (1) through its emergency response program at sites not on the

NPL, or (2) through sites placed on the NPL because of other pathway-related risks. In a May 2010 report, the Government

Accountability Office (GAO) concluded that if vapor intrusion sites are not assessed and, if needed, listed on the NPL, some

seriously contaminated hazardous waste sites with unacceptable human exposure may not otherwise be cleaned up. Thus, EPA

is working toward a proposed rulemaking to add a new screening component to the HRS that would allow sites with vapor

intrusion contamination to be evaluated for placement on the NPL. This addition would enable the HRS to directly consider the

human exposure to contaminants that enter building structures through the subsurface environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 9601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 01/31/2011 76 FR 5370 

NPRM 04/00/2014 

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

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

Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/superfund/sites/npl/hrsaddition.htm#addition

Agency Contact: Terry Jeng Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5204P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 603-8852

E-Mail: Jeng.Terry@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Brenda Cook Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

USEPA REGION 6, 1445 Ross Avenue, Suite 1200, 6SF, Dallas, TX 75202

Dallas , TX 75202 

Phone: 214 665-7436

FAX: 214 665-6660

E-Mail: cook.brenda@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG70

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Title: Improvements to the Hazardous Waste Generator Regulatory Program (Parts 261 - 265)

Abstract: This rule would make several changes to the hazardous waste generator regulatory program to improve its clarity

and effectiveness. One improvement under consideration would consolidate all of the hazardous waste generator regulations,

where appropriate, in part 262 of title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Other possible improvements would modify

various regulatory provisions, such as requirements for marking tanks and closing waste accumulation units by large quantity

generators, as well as improve the effectiveness of the hazardous waste generator program. Finally, another change being

considered involves addressing situations where a generator has either a planned or unplanned episodic event resulting in a

temporary change in regulatory status.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258, 260-265, 268, 270, and 273 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations )

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907, 6912, 6921, 6922, 6923, 6924, 6927, and 6930

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 31-33; 44-45; 48-49; 22

Agency Contact: Jim O'Leary Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8827

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: oleary.jim@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Richard Huggins Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-0017

E-Mail: huggins.richard@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG74

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

Abstract: In the 2013 Non-Hazardous Secondary Materials (NHSM) final rule, the Agency established a rulemaking process for

categorical determinations for adding NHSMs as non-waste fuels. In addition, EPA identified several NHSMs that it considered

to be good candidates for a categorical listing. Rulemakings for adding NHSMs to the list of categorical non-wastes will have to

demonstrate how the NHSMs successfully meet the criteria listed in 40 CFR 241.4(b)(5).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 241 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6903; 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 7429

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 32731; 236; 561730; 31-33; 713930; 322; 488310; 482; 321113; 487110; 238910; 562111; 562213; 562212;

221; 321114; 321

Agency Contact: Tab Tesnau Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 605-0636

E-Mail: tesnau.tab@epa.gov

Agency Contact: George Faison Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5303P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 305-7652

FAX: 703 308-0509

E-Mail: faison.george@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG75

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Title: Revisions to RCRA Subtitle D Research, Demonstration & Development Permit Rule

Abstract: EPA is considering modifying the permit term provision of the Research, Demonstration and Development (RD&D)

rule in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills. EPA

originally promulgated the RD&D rule in 2004. One of the issues that has arisen is the 12 year time limitation on RD&D permits.

States that have issued RD&D permits indicate to EPA that this limitation discourages long-term research and shortens the

investment period needed to recoup costs, because the lag time from design to operation can be as much as three years. The

majority of state stakeholders believe that removing the time limit is appropriate. EPA is not considering changes to any other

provisions of the RD&D rule as part of this effort.

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

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC sec 6907; 6912(a); 6944; 6945(c); 6949a; 6981(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

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Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/waste/nonhaz/municipal/landfill/mswlficr/index.htm

Agency Contact: Craig Dufficy Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5306W, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-9037

FAX: 703 308-8686

E-Mail: dufficy.craig@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG76

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

Abstract: EPA is considering amending the National Oil and Hazardous Substance Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) to add

language to broaden ways the Agency can inform the public of site-related activities. By modifying the NCP, it will allow the

regions to adopt a communications approach that is most appropriate for the community and stage of the Superfund process. In

some cases, publishing a public notice in a major local newspaper may be the most economical and effective way to inform the

public. However, in other cases, other outreach methods may be more appropriate, e.g., direct mailings to individual homes, email notifications, etc.. These changes will give Superfund site teams the flexibility to design a communications approach

suitable for the community and the situation.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321(c)(2); 42 USC 9601-9657; EO 12777; 56 FR 54757; 3 CFR; 1991 Comp p 351; EO 12580; 52

FR 2923; 3 CFR; 1987 Comp p 193

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/osweroe1/content/lawsregs/ncpover.htm

Agency Contact: Jean Farrell Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5204P, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 603-8780

E-Mail: farrell.jean@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Suzanne Wells Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5204G, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 603-8863

FAX: 703 603-9100

E-Mail: wells.suzanne@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG77

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Title: Hazardous Waste Export-Import Revisions Rule

Abstract: EPA is considering the development of proposed revisions to the hazardous waste export-import related

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requirements in 40 CFR parts 262-265 for the purpose of (1) making existing export and import related requirements more

consistent with the current import-export requirements required for shipments between members of the Organization for

Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD); (2) enabling electronic submittal of all export and import-related documents

(e.g., export notices, export annual reports); and (3) enabling electronic validation of export shipment data prior to exit.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 262-265 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6901 et seq; 42 USC 6938

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2014 

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Sectors Affected: 325199; 452990; 441310; 483113; 334; 483111; 2211; 335; 332; 484121; 562112; 482111; 333; 713930;

562920; 325411; 339; 423120; 441110; 481212; 562119; 324; 331; 423930; 481112; 562111; 484230; 4842; 335911; 441320;

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Agency Contact: Laura Coughlan Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-0005

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: coughlan.laura@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG78

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

Abstract: The purpose of this regulation is to revise the National Contingency Plan (NCP) to align it with the National

Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The purpose of the NCP is to provide the

organizational structure and procedures for preparing for and responding to discharges of oil and releases of hazardous

substance, pollutants, and contaminants. The purpose of the NRF is to provide a guide that describes how the Nation conducts

all-hazard response to domestic incidents. The NRF does not alter the existing authorities of Federal departments and

agencies, but rather, establishes the coordinating framework to integrate the authorities of various agencies into an all-hazard

approach to incident management. The NRF is based on NIMS, which provides a consistent nationwide template for the

management of domestic incidents. The NRF and NIMS were developed by the Department of Homeland Security, in

consultation with other Federal agencies (including EPA) and incident response organizations. Alignment of the NCP with the

NRF and NIMS will facilitate smooth integration of emergency response activities under the NCP with the NRF and NIMS. EPA

is making other minor revisions to the NCP. The revisions will update the description of Federal agency organizational

structures and capabilities and how they operate, as well as, recognize the establishment of the Department of Homeland

Security.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321; 42 USC 9601 to 9657

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Lynn Beasley Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5104A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1965

FAX: 202 564-2625

E-Mail: beasley.lynn@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jean Schumann Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5104A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1977

FAX: 202 564-2620

E-Mail: schumann.jean@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG20

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Title: Hazardous Waste Manifest Revisions--Standards and Procedures for Electronic Manifests

Abstract: The "Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment Act," signed into law by the President on October 5, 2012,

established the authority for an electronic manifest program, including the development of a system collection of user fees and

the establishment of an advisory group. The Act requires that the EPA issue regulations by October 5, 2013 that authorize the

use of electronic manifests in lieu of the current manifest form (i.e., EPA Form 8700-22 and 8700-22A). There are between 4.6

to 5.6 million manifests processed each year, including manifests for State-defined hazardous wastes. Pursuant to the Act, this

action is aimed at finalizing the development of EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulatory standards

and procedures that will govern the initiation, signing, transmittal, and retention of hazardous waste manifests using electronic

documents and systems. EPA proposed electronic manifest standards in May 2001 as part of a more general manifest revision

action that also addressed standardizing the paper manifest form's data elements and procedures (EPA Form 8700-22). The

May 2001 electronic manifest proposed rule was a standards-based decentralized approach under which EPA would establish

and maintain the standards that would guide the development of electronic manifest systems by private sector entities that

chose to participate in the system. Since the proposal, the Agency has (1) continued its engagement with affected industry,

States, and the general public to solicit input on the development of a nationwide e-manifest system, and (2) published an emanifest approach in an April 18, 2006, Notice of Data Availability. EPA envisions that an e-manifest system will facilitate the

electronic transmittal of manifests throughout the hazardous waste shipping process, including enabling better transparency by

sharing data with the public at appropriate stages. This rule does not address the collection of fees, which will be dealt with in a

subsequent rulemaking.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 263; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 271 (To search for a specific CFR,

visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6922; 42 USC 6923; 42 USC 6924; 42 USC 6926; PL 105-277

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 

The Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment Act of 2012

requires the EPA to authorize the use of e-manifests by October 5,

2013. 

10/05/2013 

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Federal and State laws for the current paper-based manifest system require hazardous waste handlers

(i.e., generators, transporter, and treatment, storage, and disposal facilities) to track hazardous waste shipments from cradle-tograve using the uniform hazardous waste manifest form (EPA Form 8700-22). Currently, hazardous waste handlers prepare

between 4.6 to 5.6 million manifests annually. The current paper-based manifest system is inefficient and waste handlers incur

substantial costs to comply with the current requirements to complete, carry, sign, file, and mail paper manifest copies. EPA

has been exploring ways to reduce burden for hazardous waste handlers by transitioning from a paper-based reporting system

to an electronic reporting system. This is consistent with EO 13563's directive to reduce regulatory burden. This action also

codifies new statutory provisions contained in the "Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment Act," which directs EPA

to issue a regulation that authorizes use of electronic manifests for tracking hazardous wastes."

Legal Basis: The President signed the "Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment Act" into law on October 5,

2012. The Act amended RCRA to direct the EPA Administrator to establish a hazardous waste electronic manifest system.

Section 2(g)(1)(A) of the Act directs EPA to promulgate final regulations, after consultation with the Secretary of Transportation,

authorizing the use of electronic manifests within one year of enactment (i.e., by October 5, 2013). Section 2(b) directs the

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Agency to establish an e-Manifest system that may be used by any user within three years from the date of enactment of the

Act (i.e., by October 5, 2015). This action simply codifies several of the provisions of the e-Manifest Act and authorizes the use

of the electronic manifests that will be available when the information technology (IT) system is developed and operational.

Alternatives: EPA has explored various electronic manifest approaches for tracking hazardous wastes. In May 2001, EPA

proposed a standards-based decentralized approach under which EPA would establish and maintain the standards that would

guide the development of electronic manifest systems by private sector entities that chose to participate in the system. In May

2004, EPA held a two-day public meeting to solicit input and preferences from stakeholders and other interested persons on

the development and implementation of the e-Manifest. Based on comments to the 2001 proposed rule and input received from

stakeholders at the public meeting, EPA published a follow-up notice in April 2006, which announced and requested comment

on EPA's preferred approach for electronically completing and transmitting manifests through a national, centralized web-based

IT system.

Costs and Benefits: This action does not establish a system for the collection of electronic manifests, nor does it compel

industry or State stakeholders now using the paper manifest system to change their behavior and thus incur costs or benefits.

This action simply establishes the legal and policy framework for the national e-Manifest system and by itself will not result in

any tangible costs, benefits, or other impacts to the regulated community or the Government at this time. The e-Manifest option

will only become available when EPA develops and implements this new electronic system and establishes a program of fees

to be imposed upon users of the e-manifest system. A subsequent rulemaking will establish the schedule of user fees for the

system and announce the date on which the e-Manifest will be implemented and available to users. While this action does not

quantify the economic benefits for an e-Manifest system, EPA expects that the non-economic benefits will be significant as the

system will provide (1) much improved data quality from the manifest creation and editing aids that will be available in an

electronic system; (2) greater inspection and oversight efficiencies for regulators who can access manifests more readily with

electronic search aids; (3) greater transparency for and empowerment of communities with more accurate information about

completed waste shipments and management trends; and (4) the efficiencies of consolidating duplicative Federal and State

waste data reporting requirements with one-stop reporting.

Risks: This action does not address any particular risks in EPA's jurisdiction as it does not change existing requirements for

manifesting hazardous waste shipments. It merely authorizes the use of electronic manifests at such time as the system to

receive them is built and operational.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/22/2001 66 FR 28240 

Notice 04/01/2004 69 FR 17145 

Notice 04/18/2006 71 FR 19842 

Notice 02/26/2008 73 FR 10204 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

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

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: www.epa.gov/epaoswer/hazwaste/gener/manifest/

Sectors Affected: 325; 2211; 332; 2122; 2111; 326; 331; 323; 3221; 482; 484; 5621; 5622; 483

Agency Contact: Rich LaShier Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8796

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: LaShier.Rich@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Bryan Groce Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8750

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: Groce.Bryan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG46

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Title: Revising Underground Storage Tank Regulations--Revisions to Existing Requirements and New Requirements for

Secondary Containment and Operator Training

Abstract: The Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations were first promulgated in 1988 primarily to prevent releases from

retail petroleum marketers (gas stations) and other facilities into the environment. These regulations have reduced the incidents

of contamination. However, there is a need to revise the regulations to incorporate changes to the UST program from the

Energy Policy Act of 2005, as well as to update outdated portions of the regulations due to changes in technology since the

1980s. On August 8, 2005, President Bush signed the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct). Title XV, Subtitle B of this act

(entitled the Underground Storage Tank Compliance Act of 2005), amends Subtitle I of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, the

original legislation that created the UST program. There are key provisions of the EPAct that apply to States receiving Federal

UST funding but do not apply in Indian Country, including requirements for secondary containment and operator training. EPA

will also use our knowledge of the program gained over the last 20 years to update and revise the regulations to make targeted

changes to improve implementation and prevent UST releases. In the NPRM, EPA proposed: adding secondary containment

requirements for new and replaced tanks and piping; adding operator training requirements; adding periodic operation and

maintenance requirements for UST systems; removing certain deferrals; adding new release prevention and detection

technologies; updating codes of practice; making editorial and technical corrections; and updating State program approval

requirements to incorporate these new changes.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 280-281 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6991et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/18/2011 76 FR 71708 

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

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

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

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oust/fedlaws/proposedregs.html

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQUST-2011-0301-0001

Sectors Affected: 72; 481; 48811; 112; 111; 2211; 447; 622; 31-33; 486; 44-45; 485; 484; 483; 42

Agency Contact: Elizabeth McDermott Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5401P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 603-7175

FAX: 703 603-0175

E-Mail: McDermott.Elizabeth@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Paul Miller Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5401P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 603-7165

FAX: 703 603-0175

E-Mail: Miller.Paul@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG60

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Title: Hazardous Waste Management System: Conditional Exclusion for Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Streams in Geologic

Sequestration Activities

Abstract: On July 25, 2008, EPA published a proposed rule under the Safe Drinking Water Act Underground Injection Control

Program to create a new class of injection wells (Class VI) for geologic sequestration (GS) of carbon dioxide (CO2). In

response to that proposal, EPA received numerous comments asking for clarification on how the Resource Conservation and

Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste requirements apply to CO2 streams. EPA published a proposed rule under RCRA and

is now considering a final a rule that would conditionally exclude from the RCRA requirements CO2 streams that otherwise

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meet the definition of hazardous waste, in order to facilitate implementation of GS, while protecting human health and the

environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 260 to 261 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 6921-29; 42 USC 6934

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/08/2011 76 FR 48073 

Notice 09/09/2011 76 FR 55846 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2010-0695

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/nonhaz/industrial/geosequester/index.htm

Public Comment URL: NPRM -

http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail; D=EPA-HQRCRA-2010-0695-0001

Sectors Affected: 211111; 22; 31-33; 48-49

Agency Contact: Ross Elliott Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8748

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: elliott.ross@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Melissa Kaps Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-6787

E-Mail: kaps.melissa@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG62

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Title: Rulemaking on the Definition of Solid Waste

Abstract: EPA's reexamination of the 2008 definition of solid waste final rule identified areas that could be improved to better

protect public health and the environment with a particular focus on communities adjacent to hazardous waste recycling

facilities. Potential regulatory changes should improve accountability and oversight of hazardous materials recycling, while

allowing flexibility to promote economic and environmental benefits. Facilities affected include those that send hazardous waste

off-site to be recycled and those that recycle hazardous waste on-site.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261.2 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6903; RCRA sec 1004

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial The settlement agreement requires signature of the proposed rule by

June 30, 2011. 06/30/2011 

Other Judicial The settlement agreement requires signature of the final rule by

December 31, 2012. 12/31/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/22/2011 76 FR 44094 

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Notice 08/26/2011 76 FR 53376 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

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

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/dsw/rulemaking.htm

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQRCRA-2010-0742-0001

Sectors Affected: 61; 31-33; 54; 92

Agency Contact: Tracy Atagi Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304-P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8672

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: atagi.tracy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG68

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Title: Revisions to the Export Requirements of the Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) Rule

Abstract: The Agency is considering revising the cathode ray tube (CRT) final rule published on July 28, 2006 (71 FR 42927)

to address certain implementation concerns. We are considering adding a definition of "exporter," which will clarify the liabilities

of intermediaries, such as brokers, in fulfilling the export-related requirements of the rule. We are also considering including

additional items to the notification required for CRTs exported for reuse. These requirements will make it easier to implement the

export requirements of the rule and will enable the Agency to obtain additional information on the export of this class of used

electronics.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921 to 6925

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/15/2012 77 FR 15336 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2011-1014

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/osw/hazard/international/crts/index.htm

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQRCRA-2011-1014-0001

Agency Contact: Amanda Kohler Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 347-8975

E-Mail: kohler.amanda@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Tracy Atagi Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304-P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

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Phone: 703 308-8672 

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: atagi.tracy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AE81

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Title: Standards for the Management of Coal Combustion Residuals Generated by Commercial Electric Power Producers

Abstract: On June 21, 2010, EPA proposed to regulate coal combustion residuals generated from the combustion of coal at

electric utilities and independent power producers to address risks from the disposal of coal combustion residuals in surface

impoundments and landfills. EPA sought public comments on two approaches available under the Resource Conservation and

Recovery Act (RCRA). One proposed option would be to list these residuals as "special wastes," and draws from remedies

available under Subtitle C of RCRA, which creates a comprehensive program of federally enforceable requirements for waste

management and disposal. The other proposed option included remedies under Subtitle D of RCRA, which gives EPA authority

to set disposal standards for waste management facilities. Under both options, EPA proposed not to regulate the beneficial use

of coal combustion residuals, such as its use in concrete. In addition, this rule would not address coal combustion residuals

generated from non-utility boilers burning coal, nor would it address the placement of coal combustion residuals in mines or

non-minefill uses of coal combustion residuals at coal mine sites. Since the publication of the proposed rule, EPA has issued

three Notices of Data Availability (NODAs) seeking public comment on additional data and information obtained by EPA. In the

most recent NODA, issued on August 2, 2013, EPA is inviting comment on additional information to supplement the Regulatory

Impact Analysis and risk assessment; information on large scale fill; and data on the surface impoundment structural integrity

assessments. With this NODA, EPA is also seeking comment on two issues associated with the requirements for coal

combustion residual management units.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: State, Local, Or Tribal

Governments; Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 257; 261; 264; 265; 268; 271; 302 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations

) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6906; 42 USC 6907(a)(3); 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6912(a)(1); 42

USC 6921; 42 USC 6922; 42 USC 6923; 42 USC 6924; 42 USC 6925; 42 USC 6925(j); 42 USC 6935; 42 USC 6936; 42 USC

6937; 42 USC 6944(a); 42 USC 6949a(c); 33 USC 1345(d); 33 USC 1345(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

Notice 08/29/2007 72 FR 49714 

NPRM 06/21/2010 75 FR 35128 

Notice 10/12/2011 76 FR 63252 

Notice 08/02/2013 78 FR 46940 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2009-0640, EPA-HQ-RCRA-2011-0392.

http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQ-RCRA-2009-0640

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

Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/nonhaz/industrial/special/fossil/ccrrule/index.htm

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPAHQ-RCRA-2011-0392

Sectors Affected: 221112

Agency Contact: Alexander Livnat Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-7251

FAX: 703 605-0595

E-Mail: Livnat.Alexander@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Steve Souders Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

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Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8431

FAX: 703 605-0595

E-Mail: souders.steve@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AF01

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Title: RCRA Smarter Waste Reporting

Abstract: By implementing the Smarter Waste Reporting initiative, EPA hopes to decrease the regulatory burden on

respondents completing the Biennial Report (BR) by eliminating the form for waste shipped offsite. We plan to do this by

proposing to: (1) substitute the BR data with the more-timely data from the eManifest system and (2) improve the information

we currently receive from respondents who manage their waste onsite, in an effort to improve the quality of BR data.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 262.41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6922(a)(6)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563.

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 325; 2211; 332; 2122; 2111; 326; 331; 323; 3221; 482; 484; 5621; 5622; 483

Agency Contact: Peggy Vyas Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5303P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-5477

FAX: 703 308-8433

E-Mail: vyas.peggy@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lori Furr Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5303P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 603-0596

FAX: 703 308-8433

E-Mail: furr.lori@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG34

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Title: Revisions to Land Disposal Restrictions Treatment Standards and Amendments to Recycling Requirements for Spent

Petroleum Refining Hydrotreating and Hydrorefining Catalysts

Abstract: In response to a rulemaking petition, the Environmental Protection Agency is considering amending the Land

Disposal Restriction (LDR) treatment requirements for EPA Waste Codes K172 and F037. EPA is also responding to other

elements of the rulemaking petition in the notice. Finally, in response to separate comments received from petroleum industry

representatives, EPA is considering proposing a rule to help encourage consistent levels of recycling of spent hydrotreating and

hydrorefining catalysts, in a manner that protects human health and the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 271 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 42 USC 1006; 42 USC 2002(a); 42 USC 3001-3009; 42 USC 3014; 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6906; 42 CFR

6912; 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922; 42 USC 6924-6927; 42 USC 6934; 42 USC 6937; 42 USC 6938

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Notice 10/20/2003 68 FR 59935 

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

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 324110; 562211

Agency Contact: Ross Elliott Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8748

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: elliott.ross@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG61

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

Industry

Abstract: Section 108(b) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) of 1980,

as amended, establishes certain authorities concerning financial responsibility requirements. The Agency has identified classes

of facilities within the Hard Rock mining industry as those for which financial responsibility requirements will be first developed.

EPA intends to include requirements for financial responsibility, as well as notification and implementation.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

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

Legal Authority: 42 USC 9601 et seq; 42 USC 9608 (b)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 07/28/2009 74 FR 37213 

NPRM 08/00/2016 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/superfund/policy/financialresponsibility/

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQSFUND-2009-0265-0001

Sectors Affected: 212; 331

Agency Contact: Ben Lesser Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5302P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-0314

E-Mail: Lesser.Ben@epa.gov

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Agency Contact: David Hockey Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5303P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8846

E-Mail: Hockey.David@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AE51

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Title: Modifications to RCRA Rules Associated With Solvent-Contaminated Industrial Wipes

Abstract: EPA published a final rule that modified its hazardous waste management regulations for solvent-contaminated wipes under the

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Specifically, this rule revised (1) the definition of solid waste to conditionally exclude solventcontaminated wipes that are cleaned and reused, and (2) the definition of hazardous waste to conditionally exclude solvent-contaminated

wipes that are disposed. The final rule provides a consistent regulatory framework that is appropriate to the level of risk posed by solventcontaminated wipes in a way that maintains protection of human health and the environment, while reducing overall compliance costs for

industry, many of which are small businesses.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6921

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/20/2003 68 FR 65586 

Notice 10/27/2009 74 FR 55163 

Final Rule 07/31/2013 78 FR 46447 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2003-0004

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

Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/wastes/hazard/wastetypes/wasteid/solvents/wipes.htm

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-RCRA-2003-0004-0414

Sectors Affected: 325; 334; 332; 337; 333; 441; 812; 323; 811; 336

Agency Contact: Amanda Kohler Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 347-8975

E-Mail: kohler.amanda@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Tracy Atagi Environmental Protection Agency

Solid Waste and Emergency Response

5304-P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-8672

FAX: 703 308-0514

E-Mail: atagi.tracy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ49

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

Abstract: As indicated in the final rule for the Renewable Fuels Standard Program, while the Agency issued lifecycle

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greenhouse gas (GHG) threshold determinations for the major fuel pathways projected to meet the bulk of the RFS volume

mandates, assessments of other new fuel pathways such as renewable fuels from pulpwood could not be completed in time for

the final rule. In the process of assessing these fuels, the Agency is issuing determinations through several supplemental

notices to the final rule.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act 211(o)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 10/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Yes

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 324110

Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6401A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1123

E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Robert Larson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

AAFC, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4277

E-Mail: larson.robert@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR12

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Title: Revised Regulation for Environmental Radiation Protection Standard for Nuclear Power Operations--40 CFR Part 190

Abstract: EPA issued the "Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for Nuclear Power Operations" in 1977. Since

issuance of these standards, the understanding of radiation risk and dose to humans has advanced and new methodologies

have been developed to calculate radiation doses. In view of the developments over the past decades, EPA is evaluating

whether to update the Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for Nuclear Power Operations in 40 CFR part 190. If EPA

were to issue an updated rule, it would draw on updated science and clarify how safety should be demonstrated. EPA is issuing

an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to solicit public input on general questions and approaches to start a

public discussion about whether to update the existing rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 190 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Atomic Energy Act; Reorg. Plan 3

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: EPA Docket information: NA at this time

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Agency Contact: Brian Littleton Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9216

E-Mail: littleton.brian@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Tom Peake Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9765

FAX: 202 343-2304

E-Mail: peake.tom@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR91

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Title: Section 610 Review of Control of Emissions of Air Pollution from Nonroad Diesel Engines and Fuel

Abstract: The rulemaking "Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From Nonroad Diesel Engines and Fuel" was finalized by EPA

in June 2004 (69 FR 38958, June 29, 2004). This program set new emission standards for nonroad diesel engines, and fuel

standards requiring sulfur reductions in nonroad diesel fuel. EPA developed a Small Entity Compliance Guide, which provides

descriptions of the regulations and small entity provisions, Q&As, and other helpful compliance information. This new entry in

the regulatory agenda announces that EPA will review this action pursuant to section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5

U.S.C. 610) to determine if the provisions that could affect small entities should be continued without change, or should be

rescinded or amended to minimize adverse economic impacts on small entities. As part of this review, EPA will consider and

solicit comments on the following factors: (1) The continued need for the rule; (2) the nature of complaints or comments received

from the public concerning the rule; (3) the complexity of the rule; (4) the extent to which the rule overlaps, duplicates, or

conflicts with other Federal, State, or local government rules; and (5) the degree to which the technology, economic conditions

or other factors have changed in the area affected by the rule. Comments must be received within 60 days of this notice. In

submitting comments, please reference Docket ID EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0642 and follow the instructions provided in the

preamble to this issue of the Regulatory Agenda. This docket can be accessed at www.regulations.gov.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 610

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 06/29/2004 69 FR 38958 

Begin Review 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0642

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/rfa/section-610.html

Related RINs: Related to 2060-AK27

Agency Contact: Tom Eagles Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6103A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1952

FAX: 202 564-1554

E-Mail: Eagles.Tom@epamail.epa.gov

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AM08

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Title: Review of New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Amendments to Emissions Guidelines (EG) for Municipal

Solid Waste Landfills (WWW and Cc)

Abstract: Section 111(b)(1) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) directs the EPA to review and, if appropriate, revise the New Source

Performance Standards (NSPS) at least every 8 years after promulgation. This is a review of subpart WWW, Standards of

Performance for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills, which was last promulgated in 1996. Issues raised in amendments proposed

for the NSPS and Emissions Guidelines (EG) in 2002 and 2006 will also be addressed.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411

Legal Deadline: Consent decree deadline for proposal is 2/4/2014.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Statutory deadline for the 8 year review was 3/15/04. 03/12/2004 

Other Judicial 

Section 111(b)(1) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) directs the EPA to review

and, if appropriate, revise the New Source Performance Standards

(NSPS) at least every 8 years after promulgation. 

02/04/2014 

Other Judicial Environmental Defense Fund v. Perciasepe, 11-04492, USDC Southern

District of NY 02/04/2014 

Other Judicial Environmental Defense Fund v. Perciasepe, 11-04492, USDC Southern

District of NY 12/17/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/08/2006 71 FR 53272 

Supplemental NPRM 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 01/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0215. NPRM was published 09/08/2006 (71 FR 53272) as RIN 2060-

AJ41.

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

Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 924110; 562212

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 2060-AH13; Previously

Reported as 2060-AJ41

Agency Contact: Hillary Ward Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3154

E-Mail: ward.hillary@epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 919 541-5356

E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AO60

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Title: New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) Review under CAA Section111(b)(1)(B)

Abstract: The goal of EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) Review under CAA section 111(b)(1)(B) is to

address our obligation to review and revise each NSPS at a minimum of every 8 years. The review will outline the factors that

the Agency will consider in determining whether review of a standard is appropriate in light of the efficacy of the standard. The

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strategy also seeks to minimize the administrative burden of the NSPS program by initially addressing those NSPS that remain

effective based on "readily available information" and do not need to be revised.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411; 42 USC 7429

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 10/24/2011 76 FR 65653 

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see:

http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Janice Godfrey Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3391

FAX: 919 541-5600

E-Mail: godfrey.janice@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lisa Conner Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5060

E-Mail: conner.lisa@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AO75

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

Abstract: The motor vehicle air conditioning industry is moving to alternative refrigerants. This action would establish service,

maintenance, and equipment provisions, as required by the Clean Air Act, for new alternative refrigerants in the motor vehicle

air conditioning sector. These provisions will help ensure the safe and effective servicing of motor vehicle air conditioning

systems.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671 to 7671q

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 441310; 811111; 441110

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Agency Contact: Rebecca VondemHagen Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9445

FAX: 202 343-2363

E-Mail: vondemhagen.rebecca@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Cindy Newberg Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9729

FAX: 202 343-2363

E-Mail: Newberg.Cindy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP06

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Title: New Source Performance Standards for Grain Elevators--Amendments

Abstract: The New Source Performance Standard for Grain Elevators was promulgated in 1978 with the latest amendments

made in 1984. Since that time there have been a number of changes in the technology used for storing and loading/unloading

grain at elevators. The rule has seen increased activity of late, due to the increase in ethanol production that has lead to bumper

crops of corn being grown, which, in turn, has led to a need for increased grain storage. For these reasons a review and

potential revision may be necessary to ensure the appropriate standards are being applied consistently throughout the industry.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60.300 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411; Clean Air Act sec 111

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see:

http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 115114

Agency Contact: Bill Schrock Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5432

FAX: 919 541-3470

E-Mail: schrock.bill@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Robin Dunkins Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5335

FAX: 919 541-3470

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP26

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) Subpart W: Standards for Radon Emissions From

Operating Uranium Mill Tailings: Review

Abstract: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) Subpart W protects human health and the

environment by setting radon emission standards and work practices for operating uranium mill tailings impoundments. EPA is

in the process of reviewing this standard. If necessary, the agency will revise the NESHAP requirements for radon emissions

from operating uranium mill tailings.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 61.250 - 61.256 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5281

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Reid Rosnick Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9563

FAX: 202 343-2304

E-Mail: rosnick.reid@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Dan Schultheisz Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9349

FAX: 202 343-2304

E-Mail: schultheisz.daniel@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP43

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Title: Revision of 40 CFR Part 192--Health and Environmental Protection Standards for Uranium and Thorium Mill Tailings and

Uranium In Situ Leaching Processing Facilities

Abstract: EPA's regulations in 40 CFR part 192 establishes standards for the protection of public health, safety, and the

environment from radiological and nonradiological hazards associated with uranium ore processing and disposal of resulting

waste materials. These cross-media standards, which apply to pollutant emissions and site restoration, must be adopted by the

Nuclear Regulatory Commission, their Agreement States, and the Department of Energy. We propose to review the standards in

the existing rule and to revise the regulations, taking into particular account the significant changes in uranium industry

extraction technologies and their potential impacts to groundwater. In addition, new facilities being proposed in states from

Virginia to Alaska add to the importance of this effort.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 192 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 2022; 2114; Atomic Energy Act sec 275; UMTRCA sec 206(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 11/00/2013 

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Additional Information: SAN No. 5319

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 212291

Agency Contact: Andrea Cherepy Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9317

FAX: 202 343-2304

E-Mail: Cherepy.Andrea@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Tom Peake Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9765

FAX: 202 343-2304

E-Mail: peake.tom@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP63

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

Abstract: EPA published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) in October 2009 seeking comment on proposed

approaches to improving the emissions factors program. The Agency sought comment on acquiring data for the development or

improvement of the emissions factors; specifically, proposing to require the submission (via electronic reporting) of performance

testing information already collected by industry by revising the reporting requirements in 40 CFR part 60 for a new source

performance standard (NSPS). Performance tests are conducted periodically to measure the air pollutant emissions from an

industrial process and are used as an indicator of compliance with regulations. In addition to performance test data, this

rulemaking proposes to require the electronic submission of other selected compliance data, such as excess emissions reports,

that are already being complied and submitted by industry to regulatory authorities. These data can be used for regulation

development, control strategy development, rule effectiveness studies, risk analyses, and other air pollution control activities.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

ANPRM 10/14/2009 74 FR 52723 

Second ANPRM 11/13/2009 74 FR 58574 

NPRM 04/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected: 424710

Agency Contact: Garwood Gerri Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2406

FAX: 919 541-1039

E-Mail: garwood.gerri@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Bob Schell Environmental Protection Agency

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Air and Radiation

E-143-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-4116

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: schell.bob@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP69

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Brick and Structural Clay Products Manufacturing

and Clay Ceramics Manufacturing

Abstract: This rulemaking will establish emission limits for hazardous air pollutants (hydrogen flouride (HF), hydrogen chloride

(HCl) and metals) emitted from brick and clay ceramics kilns, as well as dryers and glazing operations at clay ceramics

production facilities. The brick and structural clay products industry primarily includes facilities that manufacture brick, clay, pipe,

roof tile, extruded floor and wall tile, and other extruded dimensional clay products from clay, shale, or a combination of the two.

The manufacturing of brick and structural clay products involves mining, raw material processing (crushing, grinding, and

screening), mixing, forming, cutting or shaping, drying, and firing. Ceramics are defined as a class of inorganic, nonmetallic

solids that are subject to high temperature in manufacture and/or use. The clay ceramics manufacturing source category

includes facilities that manufacture traditional ceramics, which include ceramic tile, dinnerware, sanitary ware, pottery, and

porcelain. The primary raw material used in the manufacture of these traditional ceramics is clay. The manufacturing of clay

ceramics involves raw material processing (crushing, grinding, and screening), mixing, forming, shaping, drying, glazing, and

firing.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 12/00/2014 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5367

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Jeff Telander Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5427

FAX: 919 541-5600

E-Mail: Telander.Jeff@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5605

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP93

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Title: Standards of Performance for New Residential Wood Heaters, New Residential Hydronic Heaters and Forced-Air

Furnaces, and New Residential Masonry Heaters

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Abstract: EPA is revising the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for new residential wood heaters. This action is

necessary because it updates the 1988 NSPS to reflect significant advancements in wood heater technologies and design,

broadens the range of residential wood-heating appliances covered by the regulation, and improves and streamlines

implementation procedures. This rule is expected to require manufacturers to redesign wood heaters to be cleaner and lower

emitting. In general, the design changes would also make the heaters perform better and be more efficient. The revisions are

also expected to streamline the process for testing new model lines by allowing the use of International Standards Organization

(ISO)-accredited laboratories and certifying bodies, which will expand the number of facilities that can be used for testing and

certification of the new model lines. This action is expected to include the following new residential wood-heating appliances:

adjustable burn rate wood heaters, pellet stoves, single burn rate wood heaters, outdoor hydronic heaters (outdoor wood

boilers), indoor hydronic heaters (indoor wood boilers), wood-fired forced air furnaces, and masonry heaters. These standards

would apply only to new residential wood heaters and not to existing residential wood-heating appliances.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA Section 111(b)(1)(B)

Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory This statutory final rule deadline is not driving the schedule for this

action. 02/26/1996 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 11/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0734

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 333414; 333415; 238140

Agency Contact: Gil Wood Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C404-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5272

FAX: 919 541-0242

E-Mail: wood.gil@epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Cole Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C404-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5565

FAX: 919 541-0242

E-Mail: cole.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ07

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Title: Withdr.of the Prior Deter. or Presump. That Compl. w/CAIR or the NOx SIP Call Const. RACT or RACM for the 97 8-Hr

Ozone & 97Fine Part. NAAQS; & Rev. to RACT Guid. & RFP Req. for the 97Fine Part. NAAQS

Abstract: This NRPM will propose to withdraw any prior determination or presumption that compliance with the Clean Air

Interstate Rule (CAIR) or the NOx SIP Call constitutes reasonably available control technology (RACT) or reasonably available

control measures (RACM) for oxides of nitrogen (NOx) or sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions from electric generating unit (EGU)

sources participating in these regional cap-and-trade programs. This rule will propose revisions to preamble guidance in the

final Implementation Rule for the 1997 PM2.5 national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS) concerning the economic feasibility

criteria for determining RACT for sources located within nonattainment areas. The rule will also propose to clarify the situations

under which emission reductions from outside of a nonattainment area can be credited toward meeting the Reasonable Further

Progress (RFP) requirements for the 1997 PM2.5 NAAQS.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101; 42 USC 7401-7671q

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 04/00/2014 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5411

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 221112

Agency Contact: Kristin Riha Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2031

FAX: 415 947-3583

E-Mail: riha.kristin@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rich Damberg Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5592

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: damberg.rich@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ11

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Title: Risk and Technology Review for Ferroalloys Production

Abstract: This action is the Risk and Technology Review (RTR) for Ferroalloys Production. It will address both EPA's obligation

under the Clean Air Act (CAA) to conduct a residual risk review and to conduct a technology review. Under the "technology

review" provision of the CAA, EPA is required to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to

revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less

frequently than every 8 years. Under the "residual risk" provision of the CAA, EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within 8

years after promulgation and promulgate standards if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or

prevent an adverse environmental effect. The new deadline for this final rulemaking is 12/10/2013.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial 

NPRM: 11/4/2011 - Consent Decree - As per 4 day extension granted

on 10/31. (Sierra Club v. Jackson, 09-0152, USDC Northern District of

CA) 

10/31/2011 

Other Judicial Supplemental NPRM --Court Order 05/30/2014 

Other Judicial Court Order 02/27/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/23/2011 76 FR 72508 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/29/2011 76 FR 81903 

Supplemental NPRM 06/00/2014 

Final Rule 03/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0895

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 331112; 331419

Agency Contact: Conrad Chin Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1512

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: chin.conrad@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-7912

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ40

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Title: Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Secondary Aluminum Production National Emission Standards

for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)

Abstract: The existing 40 CFR part 63, subpart RRR National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for

Secondary Aluminum Production facilities was promulgated in 2000. This rule regulates Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAP) from

secondary aluminum production facilities that are major sources of HAP and that operate aluminum scrap shredders, thermal

chip dryers, scrap dryers/delacquering kilns/decoating kilns, group 2 furnaces, sweat furnaces, dross only furnaces, rotary dross

coolers, and secondary aluminum processing units (SAPUs). SAPUs include group 1 furnaces and in-line fluxers. Area sources

of HAP are regulated only with respect to emissions of dioxins/furans (D/F) from thermal chip dryers, scrap dryers/delacquering

kilns/decoating kilns, sweat furnaces, and SAPUs. Section 112(f)(2) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) directs EPA to conduct risk

assessments on each source category subject to maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and determine if

additional standards are needed to reduce residual risks. The section 112(f)(2) residual risk review is to be done within 8 years

after promulgation. Section 112(d)(6) of the CAA requires EPA to review and revise the MACT standards, as necessary, taking

into account developments in practices, processes, and control technologies. The section 112(d)(6) technology review is to be

done at least every 8 years. These risk and technology reviews for secondary aluminum production facilities will be conducted in

this rulemaking, which will address possible residual risks, technology advancements, and clarifications to the existing rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412

Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Consent Decree 01/30/2012 

Other Judicial Supplemental NPRM--Court Order 08/28/2014 

Other Judicial Court Order 05/28/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/14/2012 77 FR 8576 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/23/2012 77 FR 16987 

Supplemental NPRM 09/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0544

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Rochelle Boyd Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

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D-243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1390

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: boyd.rochelle@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-7912

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ44

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Title: Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Lead

Abstract: Under the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1977, EPA is required to review and if appropriate, revise the air quality

criteria for the primary (health-based) and secondary (welfare-based) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) every 5

years. On November 12, 2008, EPA published a final rule to revise the primary and secondary NAAQS for lead to provide

increased protection for public health and welfare. EPA has now initiated the next review. This new review includes the

preparation of an Integrated Review Plan, an Integrated Science Assessment, and, if warranted, a Risk/Exposure Assessment,

and also a Policy Assessment Document by EPA, with opportunities for review by EPA's Clean Air Scientific Advisory

Committee and the public. These documents inform the Administrator's proposed decision as to whether to retain or revise the

standards. This decision will be published in the Federal Register with opportunity provided for public comment. The

Administrator's final decisions will take into consideration these documents and public comment on the proposed decision.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7408; 42 USC 7409

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Under the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1977, EPA is required to review and if appropriate revise the air

quality criteria for the primary (health-based) and secondary (welfare-based) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS)

every 5 years. In the last lead NAAQS review, EPA published a final rule on November 12, 2008, to revise the primary and

secondary NAAQS for lead to provide increased protection for public health and welfare.

Legal Basis: Under the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1977, EPA is required to review and if appropriate revise the air quality

criteria for the primary (health-based) and secondary (welfare-based) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) every 5

years.

Alternatives: The main alternative for the Administrator's decision on the review of the national ambient air quality standards

for lead is whether to retain or revise the existing standards.

Costs and Benefits: The Clean Air Act makes clear that the economic and technical feasibility of attaining standards are not

to be considered in setting or revising the NAAQS, although such factors may be considered in the development of State plans

to implement the standards. Accordingly, when the Agency proposes revisions to the standards, the Agency prepares cost and

benefit information in order to provide States information that may be useful in considering different implementation strategies

for meeting proposed or final standards. In those instances, cost and benefit information is generally included in the regulatory

analysis accompanying the final rule.

Risks: As part of the review, EPA prepares an Integrated Review Plan, an Integrated Science Assessment, and, if warranted,

a Risk/Exposure Assessment, and also a Policy Assessment Document, with opportunities for review by EPA's Clean Air

Scientific Advisory Committee and the public. These documents inform the Administrator's proposed decision as to whether to

retain or revise the standards. The proposed decision will be published in the Federal Register with opportunity provided for

public comment. The Administrator's final decisions will take into consideration these documents and public comment on the

proposed decision.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 07/00/2014 

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Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0108

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/naaqs/standards/pb/s_pb_index.html

Agency Contact: Deirdre Murphy Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Research Triangle Park , NC 27709 

Phone: 919 541-0729

FAX: 919 541-0840

E-Mail: murphy.deirdre@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Karen Martin Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5274

FAX: 919 541-0237

E-Mail: Martin.Karen@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ48

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Title: Implementation Rule for 2012 PM2.5 NAAQS

Abstract: This proposed rule will address a range of implementation requirements for the 2012 National Ambient Air Quality

Standards (NAAQS) for PM2.5. The requirements expected to be addressed in this rule include the timing of State

Implementation Plan submissions, the attainment deadlines for areas designated nonattainment, PM2.5 precursor policies, and

requirements pertaining to attainment demonstrations, emission inventories, reasonably available control technology, reasonably

available control measures, best available control measures, reasonable further progress, mid-course reviews, and contingency

measures.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 57.100 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Rich Damberg Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5592

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: damberg.rich@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ75

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Title: Petroleum Refinery Sector Risk and Technology Review and NSPS

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Abstract: This action pertains to the Petroleum Refining industry and specifically to petroleum refinery sources that are subject

to maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards in 40 CFR part 63, subparts CC (Refinery MACT 1) and UUU

(Refinery MACT 2) and new source performance standards (NSPS) in 40 CFR part 60, subpart Ja. This action is the Petroleum

Refining Sector Rulemaking which will address our obligation to perform Risk and Technology Reviews (RTR) for Petroleum

Refinery MACT 1 and 2 source categories and will address issues related to the reconsideration of Petroleum Refinery New

Source Performance Standard (NSPS) subpart Ja. Petroleum refineries are facilities engaged in refining and producing products

made from crude oil or unfinished petroleum derivatives. Emission sources include petroleum refinery-specific process units

unique to the industry, such as fluid catalytic cracking units (FCCU) and catalytic reforming units (CRU), as well as units and

processes commonly found at other types of manufacturing facilities (including petroleum refineries), such as storage vessels

and wastewater treatment plants. Refinery MACT 1 regulates hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions from common processes

such as miscellaneous process vents (e.g., delayed coking vents), storage vessels, wastewater, equipment leaks, loading racks,

marine tank vessel loading, and heat exchange systems at petroleum refineries. Refinery MACT 2 regulates HAP from those

processes that are unique to the industry including sulfur recovery units (SRU) and from catalyst regeneration in FCCU and

CRU.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 111 and 112

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: The Clean Air Act (CAA) requires that existing air toxics standards undergo periodic review. In this action,

EPA will conduct such a review for the Petroleum Refineries MACT standard, as well as addressing issues that have arisen

regarding the Petroleum Refineries New Source Performance Standard.

Legal Basis: The periodic air-toxics-standard reviews are required by CAA section 112. New Source Performance Standards

are issued under CAA section 111.

Alternatives: Not yet determined.

Costs and Benefits: EPA is currently assessing the costs and benefits associated with this action.

Risks: EPA is currently assessing risks for this action.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 01/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0682

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/petrefine/petrefpg.html

Sectors Affected: 324110

Agency Contact: Brenda Shine Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3608

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: shine.brenda@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5396

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ81

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Title: Revisions to Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements, and Proposed Confidentiality Determinations Under the

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program

Abstract: This action concerns Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program data reporting elements used as inputs to emission

equations (for direct emitters) for which the reporting deadline was deferred until 2015. Based on stakeholder concerns

regarding the potential release of these data, the EPA deferred reporting of these data elements (see August 25, 2011 final

action, 76 FR 53057) to allow the EPA to complete its evaluation of the potential impact on facilities from the public release of

these data elements (see 76 FR 53060) and, if appropriate, to propose amendments to the Greenhouse Gas Reporting

Program. Based on the evaluation conducted, this action proposes amendments to the reporting, recordkeeping, and verification

requirements of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/27/2010 75 FR 81366 

Second NPRM 09/11/2013 78 FR55993 

Second NPRM Comment Period End 11/12/2013 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0929

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 327910; 325181; 325188; 325199; 311611; 212113; 212112; 325182; 327310; 221121; 331112; 325193;

327211; 221112; 311411; 311421; 327213; 325120; 331111; 327410; 221210; 211112; 322122; 325311; 327212; 322121;

322130; 325110; 324110; 325312; 486210; 212391; 331312; 331419; 322110; 331492; 221320; 562212

Agency Contact: Lisa Grogan-McCulloch Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6207J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9743

E-Mail: grogan-mcculloch.lisa@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ91

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Title: Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from New Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units

Abstract: This action will establish the first new source performance standards for greenhouse gas emissions. This rule will

establish CO2 emission standards for certain new fossil fuel-fired electric generating units.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA 111

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: EGU GHG NSPS is the first action item in President Obama's Climate Action Plan (CAP). The CAP called

for EPA to issue a proposal by September 20, 2013, to regulate carbon emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants.

Legal Basis: CO2 is a regulated pollutant and, thus, is subject to regulation under section 111 of the Clean Air Act as

Amended in 1990.

Alternatives: None.

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Costs and Benefits: No costs and no quantified benefits.

Risks: The risk addressed is the current and future threat of climate change to public health and welfare, as demonstrated in

the 2009 Endangerment and Cause or Contribute Findings for Greenhouse Gases Under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act.

The EPA made this determination based primarily upon the recent, major assessments by the U.S. Global Change Research

Program (USGCRP), the National Research Council (NRC) of the National Academies, and the Intergovernmental Panel on

Climate Change (IPCC).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/13/2012 77 FR 22392 

Second NPRM 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0660

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2011-0660-0001

Sectors Affected: 221

Agency Contact: Christian Fellner Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-4003

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: fellner.christian@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Nick Hutson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 451-2968

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: hutson.nick@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ92

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Title: Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Primary Aluminum Reduction National Emission Standard for

Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)

Abstract: In this action the EPA is conducting a risk assessment to determine if the promulgated maximum achievable control

technology (MACT) standards for hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions from primary aluminum reduction facilities are already

protective of public health with an ample margin of safety or must be revised in order to provide that level of protection. The

EPA is also determining whether the promulgated MACT standards adequately protect against adverse environmental effects.

The EPA is also reviewing technical progress in emissions control in the primary aluminum reduction source category to

determine if it is necessary to revise the standards taking into account developments in practices, processes and control

technologies. This action would implement sections 112(f)(2) and 112(d)(6) of the Clean Air Act. The EPA promulgated National

Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants (found in 40 CFR part 63,

subpart LL) in 1997. This NESHAP applies to the owner or operator of each new pitch storage tank or new or existing potline,

paste production plant, or anode bake furnace associated with primary aluminum reduction which is located at a major source,

as defined in 40 CFR section 63.2. The EPA proposed standards addressing residual risk and technology developments on

December 6, 2011. If finalized, the proposed amendments would include new emissions standards for carbonyl sulfide emissions

from new and existing potlines; new emissions standards for polycyclic organic matter (POM) from new and existing prebake

potlines and existing pitch storage tanks; reduce the emissions standards for POM from existing Soderberg potlines; eliminate

the startup, shutdown and malfunction exemption; and make certain other technical and editorial changes.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 112 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412

Legal Deadline:

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Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial as per 4 day extension granted on 10/31. (Sierra Club v. Jackson, 09-

0152, USDC Northern District of CA) 11/04/2011 

Other Judicial Supplemental NPRM--Court Order 08/28/2014 

Other Judicial Court Order 05/28/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/06/2011 76 FR 76260 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/19/2012 77 FR 2677 

Supplemental NPRM 09/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0797

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 33131

Agency Contact: David Putney Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D-243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2016

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: putney.david@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rochelle Boyd Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D-243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1390

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: boyd.rochelle@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ95

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Title: General Permits and Permits by Rule for the Tribal Minor New Source Review Program

Abstract: The Tribal Minor New Source Review (NSR) program applies to new and modified minor sources and minor

modifications at major sources in Indian Country. The program, established in a final rule the EPA issued on July 1, 2011, and

codified at 40 CFR sections 49.151-49.161, is implemented through issuance of preconstruction permits that can include, among

other requirements, pollutant emission limits for minor sources and emission limitations on the potential-to-emit of sources that

would otherwise be considered major sources. This minor source program for Indian country is similar to state minor NSR

programs. State minor NSR programs often use general permits and a few State programs allow permits by rule for similar

emission units or stationary sources. A general permit or permit by rule may be written to address a single emissions unit, a

group of the same type of emissions units, or an entire category of minor sources. General permits and permits by rule can

offer a cost-effective means of issuing permits and provide a quicker and simpler alternative mechanism for permitting minor

sources than a site-specific permitting process. This action proposes source category permits by rule/general permits for the

Tribal Minor NSR program for the following five source categories: gasoline dispensing facilities; petroleum-based dry cleaner

facilities; autobody repair and miscellaneous surface coating operations; hot mix asphalt facilities; and sand, gravel, rock

crushing and screening facilities.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 49.151-161 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Action 03/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Chris Stoneman Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0823

FAX: 919 541-0072

E-Mail: stoneman.chris@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Mark Sendzik Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C-304.03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5534

FAX: 919 541-0942

E-Mail: sendzik.mark@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ99

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Title: National Emission Standards for Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities Risk and Technology Review

Abstract: On September 1, 1995 (60 FR 45948), EPA promulgated the National Emission Standards for Aerospace

Manufacturing and Rework Facilities (40 CFR part 63, subpart GG) under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act (CAA). The

national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) sets maximum achievable control technology (MACT)

standards for existing and new major sources of hazardous air pollutant emissions and includes standards to control volatile

organic compounds (VOC) emissions. Under CAA section 112(d)(6) EPA is required to review standards issued under section

112 and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no

less frequently than every 8 years. EPA also must evaluate the MACT standards within 8 years after promulgation and

promulgate standards under CAA section 112 (f)(2) if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or

prevent an adverse environmental effect. The source category will be assessed for inhalation risks, including cancer risk and

incidence, population cancer risk, and non-cancer effects (chronic and acute). EPA also plans to evaluate multi pathway risk

associated with this source category. The agency will follow the Benzene Policy to determine if the source category has low

risk, acceptable risk, or unacceptable risk. EPA will then evaluate the effectiveness and cost of additional risk reduction options

and make acceptability and ample-margin-of-safety determinations. If the need for additional controls are identified, the

standards will include technology, work practice, or performance standards as amendments to the existing MACT standards.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412

Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Sierra Club v. Jackson, 09-0152, USDC Northern District of CA; as per

10/24/2011 extension. 03/15/2014 

Other Judicial Sierra Club v. Jackson, 09-0152, USDC Northern District of CA; as per

10/24/2011 extension. 01/15/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/00/2014 

Final Rule 02/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2004-0450

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/aerosp/aeropg.html

Agency Contact: Kim Teal Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

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Phone: 919 541-5580

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: teal.kim@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5605

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR04

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Adjustments to the Allowance System for Controlling HCFC Production, Import, and

Export for 2015 Through 2019

Abstract: EPA is proposing to adjust the allowance system that controls the U.S. consumption and production of ozonedepleting substances known as hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) to lower the amount of available allowances. The U.S. is

obligated under the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer to limit HCFC consumption and production

in a stepwise fashion achieving specific levels by specific dates. This rulemaking would implement the next phasedown step

under the treaty, a reduction to 90 percent below the production and consumption baselines beginning January 1, 2015. While

much less destructive to stratospheric ozone than chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), HCFCs contribute to ozone depletion and

alternatives are available. The HCFC allowance system is part of EPA's program to phaseout chemicals that deplete the

stratospheric ozone layer. Protection of the stratospheric ozone layer helps reduce rates of skin cancer and cataracts.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671 to 7671(q)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/title6/phaseout/classtwo.html

Sectors Affected: 333415; 423620; 325120; 424690; 238220; 423730

Agency Contact: Luke Hall-Jordan Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9591

FAX: 202 343-2338

E-Mail: Hall-Jordan.Luke@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR19

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Title: Data Requirements Rule for the 1-Hour Sulfur Dioxide Primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS)

Abstract: This rule will describe requirements for air agencies to characterize sulfur dioxide concentrations through ambient

monitoring or air quality modeling techniques in targeted areas around the country in which the largest sources of emissions are

located. The air quality information collected by the air agencies will then be used to inform future rounds of area designations

under the Clean Air Act. The rule will reference appropriate guidance on monitoring and modeling techniques, and it will include

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timelines for air agencies to conduct the required analyses.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101; 42 USC 7401 to 7671q

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 03/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Larry Wallace Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0906

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: wallace.larry@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rich Damberg Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5592

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: damberg.rich@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR28

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Title: New Source Review and Title V Operating Permit Programs--Reconsideration of PSD Requirements for Particulate

Matter Less Than 2.5 Micrometers (PM2.5) and Revision to Public Notice Requirements

Abstract: This rulemaking is in response to the January 22, 2013, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit

decision that vacated the Significant Monitoring Concentration (SMC) and two provisions in EPA's prevention of significant

deterioration (PSD) regulations containing Significant Impact Levels (SILs) that were contained in the 2010 final rule

promulgating fine particulate matter (PM2.5) increments, SMC, and SILs for PM2.5. (Sierra Club v. EPA, No. 10-1413 (D.C.

Circuit), 2013 WL 216018). This rulemaking will remove the PM2.5 SMCs from the PSD regulations, and address the court's

decision regarding SILs. This rulemaking will also re-propose for public comment two provisions of the rule that were not

addressed in that court decision. The reason that EPA is re-proposing these two provisions is because the Texas Commission

on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) filed a Petition for Reconsideration to the Administrator regarding several provisions contained

in the 2010 final rule. In response to the TCEQ petition, EPA agreed to reconsider, by re-proposing, the following three

provisions: 1) The revised definition of "baseline area" that includes a new significance level for PM2.5, which is used for

determining whether a particular attainment or unclassifiable area should be included in the baseline area for the PM2.5

increments; 2) the requirement that PM2.5 precursor emissions be included in the significant impact analysis; and 3) the level

selected for the SMC for PM2.5. In each case, the TCEQ claimed that EPA did not provide an opportunity for public comment

prior to issuing the provisions as part of the 2010 final rule. The third of these claims by TCEQ has subsequently been made

moot by the court decision saying that no PM2.5 SMC is allowed under the Clean Air Act.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.156 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7470 to 7479

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 09/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Agency Contact: Phil Lorang Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5463

E-Mail: lorang.phil@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5344

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR33

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Title: Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Existing Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units

Abstract: On June 25, 2013, President Obama issued a presidential memorandum directing the Environmental Protection

Agency (EPA) to work expeditiously to complete greenhouse standards for the power sector. The agency is using its authority

under section 111(d) of the Clean Air Act to issue emission guidelines, to address greenhouse gases (GHG) from existing power

plants. The presidential memorandum specifically directs EPA to build on state leadership, provide flexibility and take advantage

of a wide range of energy sources and technologies towards building a cleaner power sector. The presidential memorandum

directs EPA to issue proposed GHG standards, regulations or guidelines, as appropriate, for existing power plants by no later

than June 1, 2014, and issue final standards, regulations or guidelines, as appropriate, by no later than June 1, 2015. In

addition, the presidential memorandum directs EPA to include in the guidelines addressing existing power plants a requirement

that states submit to EPA the implementation plans required under section 111(d) of the Clean Air Act and its implementing

regulations by no later than June 30, 2016.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA 111

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: On December 7, 2009, the EPA found that current and projected concentrations of greenhouse gases

(GHG) in the atmosphere threaten the public health and welfare of current and future generations. Electric generating units

(EGUs) are the single biggest stationary source of greenhouse gases and account for well over a third of all greenhouse gas

emissions in the United States. Recognizing that greenhouse gases pose a threat to the public health and welfare and that

EGUs are one of the largest sources of GHG emissions, the EPA has begun taking regulatory steps to ensure reductions of

GHG emissions from EGUs. The regulatory path that the EPA has embarked upon commits the agency to regulating emissions

from, not just new EGUs, but also existing EGUs.

Legal Basis: EPA will use the Clean Air Act authority under section 111 (d) to set GHG guidelines for states to set GHG

standards for existing EGU sources. The Clean Air Act (CAA) gives the Agency broad authority to set standards for emissions of

"air pollutants." GHGs have been determined by the U.S. Supreme Court to be "air pollutants" that are subject to regulation

under the CAA. Because of this and the fact that GHGs are not currently regulated under either National Ambient Air Quality

Standards or under the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, EPA has the authority to address them

under the NSPS program.

Alternatives: Not yet determined.

Costs and Benefits: At this time we do not have any estimates regarding the benefits and costs of this action, but we do

expect it to be a significant regulatory action with annual effects on the economy exceeding $100 million.

Risks: Not yet determined.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM 06/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0602. Split from RIN 2060-AQ91.

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

Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: Yes

Related RINs: Split From 2060-AQ91

Agency Contact: Sharon Nizich Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2825

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: nizich.sharon@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lisa Conner Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5060

E-Mail: conner.lisa@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR47

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) from Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations RTR

Abstract: In this action EPA will perform the risk and technology review for National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air

Pollutants (NESHAP) from off-site waste and recovery operations. The Clean Air Act (CAA) sections 112(f)(2) and 112(d)(6)

require EPA to conduct residual risk and technology reviews. Under the "technology review" provision of the CAA section 112,

EPA is required to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking

into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every 8 years. Under the

"residual risk" provision of CAA section 112, EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within 8 years after promulgation and

promulgate standards if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse

environmental effect. As part of this NESHAP revision, EPA will also remove startup, shutdown, and malfunction exemptions as

required by recent court decisions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Clean Air Act 07/01/2008 

NPRM Judicial Court Order 05/30/2014 

Other Judicial Court Order 02/27/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Final Rule 03/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0360

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Mary Kissell Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-4516

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FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: kissell.mary@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5396

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR49

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) Emissions: Manufacture of Amino/Phenolic Resins,

Acrylic and Modacrylic Fibers Production, and Polycarbonate Production RTR

Abstract: In this action EPA will perform risk and technology reviews for the following three National Emission Standards for

Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Manufacture of Amino/Phenolic Resins; Acrylic and Modacrylic Fibers Production; and

Polycarbonate Production. Clean Air Act (CAA) sections 112(f)(2) and 112(d)(6) require EPA to conduct these reviews. Under

the "technology review" provision of CAA section 112, EPA is required to review maximum achievable control technology

(MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control

technologies)" no less frequently than every 8 years. Under the "residual risk" provision of CAA section 112, EPA must evaluate

the MACT standards within 8 years after promulgation and promulgate standards if required to provide an ample margin of

safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect. EPA will also remove startup, shutdown, and

malfunction exemptions for these source categories, as required by recent court decisions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Court-ordered deadline 12/11/2013 

Other Judicial Court-order 09/16/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0133

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 325199; 32522; 325211

Agency Contact: Nick Parsons Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5372

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: parsons.nick@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5396

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epamail.epa.gov

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Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR50

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Title: Identification of Additional Qualifying Renewable Fuel Pathways III and Modification to the Renewable Fuels Program

Abstract: The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) 2 program was required by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007

(EISA 2007), which amended the Clean Air Act (CAA). The final regulations for RFS2 were published in the Federal Register on

March 26, 2010 (75 FR 14670). EPA has previously published clarifications and modifications, technical amendments, and new

pathways, to the final RFS2 regulations. This proposed regulation would provide additional clarifications, modifications, and

technical amendments to RFS2 and will clarify, modify and technically amend other fuels programs in 40 CFR part 80. This

proposed action would also propose amendments to table 1 to section 80.1426 of the RFS2 regulations to include additional fuel

pathways and assign each pathway a D-Code. It would allow producers or importers of fuel produced under these pathways to

generate renewable identification numbers under the program, providing that the fuel meets the other requirements for

renewable fuel. This proposed action would outline EPA's lifecycle greenhouse gas evaluation, specified in Clean Air Act section

211(o), as amended by EISA for several new pathways.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007; Clean Air Act sec 211(o)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Sharyn Lie Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6401 A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1092

FAX: 202 564-1686

E-Mail: lie.sharyn@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR58

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Residual Risk and Technology Review for Flexible

Polyurethane Foam Production

Abstract: This action addresses the residual risk and technology reviews conducted for national emission standards for

hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for flexible polyurethane foam production. The Flexible Polyurethane Foam MACT standard

was promulgated in October 1998 (see 63 FR 53980). EPA is required to review standards issued under Section 112 and to

revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less

frequently than every 8 years. EPA also must evaluate the MACT standards within 8 years after promulgation and promulgate

standards under CAA section 112 (f)(2) if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an

adverse environmental effect. The source category potentially will be assessed for inhalation risks, including cancer risk and

incidence, population cancer risk, and non-cancer effects (chronic and acute). EPA also plans to potentially evaluate

multipathway risk associated with the source categories with significant levels of persistent and bioaccumulative HAP. The

agency will follow the Benzene Policy to identify the source category as low risk, acceptable risk, or unacceptable risk. EPA will

then evaluate the effectiveness and cost of additional risk reduction options and make acceptability and ample-margin-of-safety

determinations. If the need for additional controls is identified, the standards will include technology, work practice, and/or

performance standards as amendments to the existing MACT standards.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

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

Legal Authority: CAA112

Legal Deadline: Consent decree deadline 10/30/13 for proposal

Action Source Description Date

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NPRM Judicial Court ordered deadline 10/30/2013 

Other Judicial Court ordered deadline 07/30/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/06/2013 78 FR 66107 

NPRM Comment Period End 12/04/2013 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0510

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/foam/foampg.html

Agency Contact: Kaye Whitfield Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E-143-03, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 919 541-2509

FAX: 919 541-1039

E-Mail: whitfield.kaye@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5605

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR60

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Title: Criteria for the Certification and Recertification of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant's Compliance With the Disposal

Regulations; Panel Closure Redesign

Abstract: This rule will propose to modify a small portion of 40 CFR part 194, "Criteria for the Certification and Recertification

of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant's Compliance with the 40 CFR part 191 Disposal Regulations." 40 CFR part 194, appendix A,

condition 1 currently stipulates that the Option D Panel Closure included in DOE's 1996 Compliance Certification application be

implemented to seal filled waste panels in the repository. On September 28, 2011, DOE submitted a Planned Change Request

which proposes the replacement of the concrete monolith and mortared explosion wall included in the Option D Panel Closure

with an alternative design consisting of steel bulkheads and mined salt backfill. According to DOE, implementation of Option D

presents significant technical obstacles, and the proposed change meets the same operational performance requirements while

reducing costs and impacts on waste emplacement activities. Participation is expected from EPA Region VI and OGC.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 194 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: WIPP LWA (PL 102-579)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Jonathan Walsh Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Mail Code 6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

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Phone: 202 343-9238 

FAX: 202 343-2305

E-Mail: walsh.jonathan@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Tom Peake Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6608J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9765

FAX: 202 343-2304

E-Mail: peake.tom@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR65

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

Abstract: The EPA is proposing to remove the existing special emission reporting requirements for this compound that were

established in 2004 when the compound was excluded from the definition of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), because these

reporting requirements are now considered to be unnecessarily burdensome. This change will allow industrial users of solvents

to use it without the burden of reporting emissions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7602(s)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Final Rule 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Dave Sanders Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3356

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: sanders.dave@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Krishna Viswanathan Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0641

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: viswanathan.krishna@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR73

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

Abstract: This action is in response to four petitions for reconsideration by industry and environmental stakeholders of the April

2012 Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (PVC NESHAP). The

petitions identify notice and comment issues, as well as several technical consistency and policy issues. This action includes

reconsideration of issues in both the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) and Generally Available Control

Technology (GACT) portions of the April 2012 final rule.

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Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Rule 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected: 325211

Agency Contact: Andrea Siefers Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1185

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: siefers.andrea@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5396

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR76

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Title: Renewable Fuel 2014 Volume Standards

Abstract: The Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) requires EPA to promulgate regulations that specify the annual

statutory volume requirements for renewable fuels, including cellulosic biofuel, biomass-based diesel, advanced biofuel, and total

renewable fuel that must be used in transportation fuel annually. In the case of the cellulosic biofuel standard, the Act

specifically requires that the standard be set based on the volume projected to be available during the following year. If the

volumes are lower than those specified under the Act, then EPA may also lower the advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel

standards each year accordingly. This regulatory action will establish, as required, the annual statutory volume requirements for

the RFS2 fuel categories (cellulosic, biomass-based diesel, advanced biofuel, and renewable fuel) that apply to all gasoline and

diesel produced or imported in 2014. Entities potentially affected by this final rule are those involved with the production,

distribution, and sale of transportation fuels, including gasoline and diesel fuel or renewable fuels such as ethanol and biodiesel.

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: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: David Korotney Environmental Protection Agency

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Air and Radiation

N27, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4507

E-Mail: korotney.david@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6401A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1123

E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR77

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

Abstract: On March 21, 2011, the EPA promulgated new source performance standards and emission guidelines for sewage

sludge incineration units located at wastewater treatment facilities designed to treat domestic sewage sludge. This final rule set

limits for nine pollutants under section 129 of the Clean Air Act: cadmium, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride, lead, mercury,

nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and polychlorinated dibenzofurans, and sulfur dioxide.

Section 129(b)(2) of the Clean Air Act directs states with existing sewage sludge incinerators subject to the emission guidelines

to submit plans to the EPA that implement and enforce the emission guidelines. The deadline for states to submit new state

plans to the EPA for review was March 21, 2012. If a state with existing sewage sludge incinerators does not submit an

approvable plan within 2 years after promulgation of the emission guidelines, section 129(b)(3) of the Clean Air Act requires the

EPA to develop, implement and enforce a Federal plan for sewage sludge incinerators in the state. This action proposes the

sewage sludge incinerators Federal plan to implement the emission guidelines adopted on March 21, 2011, for those states that

do not have an approved new state plan implementing the emission guidelines, as amended, in place by March 21, 2012.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 62 (new) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7429; Clean Air Act sec 129

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Final Rule 12/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 221320; 562213

Agency Contact: Amy Hambrick Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0964

FAX: 919 541-3470

E-Mail: hambrick.amy@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 919 541-5356

E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR78

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Title: Amendments and Confidentiality Determinations for Subpart L (Fluorinated Gas Production) and Amendments to Subpart

A

Abstract: This action would amend the reporting requirements for the Fluorinated Gas Production source category (subpart L)

of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program. It would also assign Confidential Business Information (CBI) determinations for any

data reporting elements added under this action. This action would amend what is reported to EPA.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414 and 7542

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/19/2013 78 FR 69337 

NPRM Comment Period End 01/21/2014 

Final Rule 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket # EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0927

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 333415; 423610; 423620; 334111; 325120; 334419; 335313; 423730

Agency Contact: Lisa Grogan-McCulloch Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6207J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9743

E-Mail: grogan-mcculloch.lisa@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR80

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: The 2014 Critical Use Exemption From the Phaseout of Methyl Bromide

Abstract: Methyl bromide was phased out under the Clean Air Act and the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the

Ozone Layer in 2005, except for limited exemptions. This action would authorize uses for the 2014 critical use exemption, and

would authorize the amount of methyl bromide that may be produced or imported for those uses in 2014. Absent this

rulemaking, production and import of methyl bromide for critical uses would be zero for 2014. EPA takes this action under the

authority of the Clean Air Act to reflect a consensus Decision of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol in November 2012.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671c(d)(6)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0431

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

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international interest.

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/mbr

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2011-0431

Agency Contact: Jeremy Arling Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9055

FAX: 202 343-2338

E-Mail: Arling.Jeremy@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Donaldson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9086

E-Mail: donaldson.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR81

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Title: Performance Specification 18 for Hydrogen Chloride Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems

Abstract: EPA is proposing to establish Performance Specification 18 for Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) Continuous Emission

Monitoring Systems (CEM). Performance Specification 18 (PS 18) would provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures

for assessing the acceptability of all HCl CEMS when they are initially installed. Currently the regulations specify the use of an

extractive Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Performance Specification 15 to measure HCl continuously.

Performance Specification18 is a flexible measurement-based PS for both FTIR and non-FTIR technologies.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Rule 02/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Candace Sorrell Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1064

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: sorrell.candace@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Raymond Merrill Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

Building E, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Research Triangle Park , NC 27709 

Phone: 919 541-5225

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: merrill.raymond@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR88

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Title: Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Modified Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units

Abstract: This action will amend the electric generating units (EGU) New Source Performance Standards for modified sources

for greenhouse gas (GHG) under Clean Air Act section 111(b).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA 111

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: On December 7, 2009, the EPA found that current and projected concentrations of greenhouse gases

(GHG) in the atmosphere threaten the public health and welfare of current and future generations. Electric generating units

(EGUs) are the single biggest stationary source of greenhouse gases and account for well over a third of all greenhouse gas

emissions in the United States. Recognizing that greenhouse gases pose a threat to the public health and welfare and that

EGUs are one of the largest sources of GHG emissions, the EPA has begun taking regulatory steps to ensure reductions of

GHG emissions from EGUs. The regulatory path that the EPA has embarked upon commits the agency to regulating emissions

from, not just new EGUs, but also existing EGUs (including those that are modified).

Legal Basis: EPA will use the Clean Air Act authority under section 111 (b) to set GHG standards for modified EGU sources.

The Clean Air Act (CAA) gives the Agency broad authority to set standards for emissions of "air pollutants." GHGs have been

determined by the U.S. Supreme Court to be "air pollutants" that are subject to regulation under the CAA. Because of this and

the fact that GHGs are not currently regulated under either National Ambient Air Quality Standards or under the National

Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, EPA has the authority to address them under the New Source Performance

Standards (NSPS) program.

Alternatives: Not yet determined.

Costs and Benefits: At this time we do not have any estimates regarding the benefits and costs of this action, but we do

expect it to be a significant regulatory action with annual effects on the economy exceeding $100 million.

Risks: Not yet determined.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0603. Split from RIN 2060-AQ91

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Yes

Related RINs: Related to 2060-AQ91; Related to 2060-AR33

Agency Contact: Sharon Nizich Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2825

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: nizich.sharon@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lisa Conner Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5060

E-Mail: conner.lisa@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR89

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Technical Updates to HTS Codes and Party Ratification Status Under the Montreal

Protocol

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Abstract: This action is a technical update to address outdated appendices in the stratospheric protection regulations as well

as associated outdated regulatory text language. First, appendix C (a list of Parties to the Montreal Protocol as of January 2003)

will be deleted and regulatory text will refer to the Ozone Secretariat's website for lists of countries that have ratified various

amendments of the Montreal Protocol. This will help clarify those countries the Unites States is able to trade with per ratification

status and decisions of the Montreal Protocol. Referring to the Montreal Protocol website will increase certainty by avoiding the

need for future updates to ratification status. The regulatory text will be updated to reflect that developing countries are now

subject to control requirements on hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and therefore the Montreal Protocol's HCFC trade

provisions now apply to trade with these countries. Second, appendix K will be updated to reflect the current harmonized tariff

schedule (HTS) codes associated with ozone-depleting substances. This will help importers identify what HTS code they should

use.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671c(d)(6)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Direct Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0600

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/strathome.html

Sectors Affected: 325120; 424690

Agency Contact: Staci Gatica Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9469

FAX: 202 343-2338

E-Mail: Gatica.Staci@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Whiteley Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9310

E-Mail: whiteley.elizabeth@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR90

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Title: NESHAP for Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines; New Source Performance Standards for Stationary Internal

Combustion Engines; Notice of Reconsideration

Abstract: On January 30, 2013, EPA issued final amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air

Pollutants for Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines and the New Source Performance Standards for Stationary Internal

Combustion Engines. EPA received three petitions for reconsideration of the final amendments. On June 28, 2013, EPA granted

reconsideration on three issues raised in the petitions. The petitions for reconsideration indicated that the public lacked an

opportunity to comment on these provisions. Although EPA added these provisions in response to public comments on the

proposal, EPA granted reconsideration to provide an opportunity for public comment on these three issues. EPA plans to issue

a Federal Register notice announcing our decision to grant reconsideration and soliciting public comment on the three issues.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411; 42 USC 7412

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/05/2013 78 FR 54606 

NPRM Comment Period End 11/04/2013 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OAR-2008-0708

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

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/rice/ricepg.html

Sectors Affected: 2211

Agency Contact: Melanie King Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2469

E-Mail: king.melanie@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Robert Wayland Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1045

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: Wayland.RobertJ@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR92

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Title: Air Quality: Revisions to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of 2-Amino-2-Methyl-1-Propanol (AMP)

Abstract: This direct final with parallel proposal would revise EPA's definition of VOC for purposes of preparing SIPs to attain

the NAAQS for ozone. The action would add AMP to the list of compounds excluded from the definition of VOC on the basis

that this compound makes a negligible contribution to tropospheric ozone formation. VOC exemption petition submitted by

Angus/Dow on 10/3/12.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7602(s)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Direct Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Dave Sanders Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3356

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: sanders.dave@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Krishna Viswanathan Environmental Protection Agency

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Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0641

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: viswanathan.krishna@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR93

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Title: Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of Benzotrifluoride

Abstract: This direct final with parallel proposal would revise EPA's definition of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) for

purposes of preparing State Implementation Plans (SIPs) to attain the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for

ozone. The action would add benzotrifluoride (also known as trifluorotoluene, CASNR 98-08-8) to the list of compounds

excluded from the definition of VOC on the basis that this compound makes a negligible contribution to tropospheric ozone

formation. VOC exemption petition submitted by Kowa American Corp. (Prior: OCC) on 7/29/12.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7602(s)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Direct Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Dave Sanders Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3356

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: sanders.dave@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Krishna Viswanathan Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0641

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: viswanathan.krishna@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR94

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Title: Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of 1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoro-1-(2,2,2-

trifluoroethoxy) ethane (HFE-347pc-f)

Abstract: This direct final with parallel proposal proposes to revise EPA's definition of Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) for

purposes of preparing State Implementation Plans (SIPs) to attain the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for

ozone. The proposal would add 1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoro-1-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy) ethane (HFE-347pc-f) (CAS-RN: 406-78-0) to the

list of compounds excluded from the definition of VOC on the basis that this compound makes a negligible contribution to

tropospheric ozone formation. VOC exemption petition submitted by AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc. on 2/5/07.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7602(s)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Direct Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Dave Sanders Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3356

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: sanders.dave@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Krishna Viswanathan Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0641

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: viswanathan.krishna@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR96

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Title: Revisions to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems Source Category of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule

Abstract: This rule would make revisions to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems source category (Subpart W) of the

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule. Specifically, this rule would correct technical errors, revise unclear or ambiguous provisions,

address implementation issues raised by facilities, improve consistency of the data collected, and help ensure that data

collected is representative of industry.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 221210; 211112; 211; 486210

Agency Contact: Alexis McKittrick Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6207J, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9153

FAX: 202 343-2359

E-Mail: mckittrick.alexis@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lisa Grogan-McCulloch Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6207J, Washington, DC 20460

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Phone: 202 343-9743

E-Mail: grogan-mcculloch.lisa@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR98

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Title: General Permits and Permits by Rule for the Tribal Minor New Source Review Program

Abstract: The Tribal Minor New Source Review (NSR) program applies to new and modified minor sources and minor

modifications at major sources of air pollution in Indian country. The program, established in 2011, is implemented through

issuance of preconstruction permits that can include, among other requirements, pollutant emission limits for minor sources and

emission limitations on the potential of sources to emit pollution that would otherwise be considered major sources. This minor

source program for Indian country is similar to state minor NSR programs. State minor NSR programs often use general permits

and permits by rule as streamlined permitting approaches for similar emission units or stationary sources. This action provides

general permits and permits by rule for certain source categories of minor sources wishing to locate in Indian country. This

action proposes general permits for boilers and engines; and permits by rule (and general permits in the alternative) for printing

operations (including degreasing and solvent cleaning); stone quarrying and processing; concrete batch plants and saw mills.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 49.151 to 49.161 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2014 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Local; Tribal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Chris Stoneman Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0823

FAX: 919 541-0072

E-Mail: stoneman.chris@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Mark Sendzik Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C-304.03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5534

FAX: 919 541-0942

E-Mail: sendzik.mark@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS00

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Title: Revisions to Ambient Monitoring Quality Assurance and Other Requirements

Abstract: Quality assurance (QA) and other ambient monitoring requirements have become increasingly complex due to the

many revisions to the national ambient air quality standards since 2008. This complexity has increased the burden on state and

local agencies who must comply with the requirements as well as the EPA Regions and Headquarters staff that must interpret

the regulations and provide supplemental explanatory guidance. This action will reduce the compliance burden on states by

identifying opportunities for efficiency in the implementation of QA regulations and also by clarifying rule language to more

clearly articulate minimum technical requirements. In addition to proposing a simplified structure for QA requirements described

in the CFR, this action will address other common-sense revisions that have been suggested by states or EPA staff in the areas

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of data reporting and certification, annual monitoring network plans, network design, and the review and approval of new or

revised ambient methods. The overall goal of this rule is the identification of opportunities for monitoring agency burden

reduction while maintaining the current high quality of the resulting ambient data.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 58 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Lewis Weinstock Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3661

FAX: 919 541-1903

E-Mail: weinstock.lewis@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS01

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Title: Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Additional Provisions of New Source Performance Standards

Abstract: This action will address issues raised by petitioners following the final rule published on August 16, 2012, that were

not addressed in the action "Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Certain Provisions of New Source Performance

Standards." This action will also finalize provisions for compliance monitoring of storage vessels and associated closed vent

systems. Equipment and operations affected by these actions are located at oil and natural gas upstream and midstream

operations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Rule 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Chris Frantz Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-05, 109 T.W. Alexander Drive , Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Research Triangle Park , NC 27709 

Phone: 919 541-4312

E-Mail: frantz.chris@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Bruce Moore Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5460

FAX: 919 541-0246

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E-Mail: moore.bruce@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS02

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Title: Treatment of Data Influenced by Exceptional Events--Rule Revisions

Abstract: This proposal will revise the Exceptional Events Rulemaking to clarify and streamline certain rule elements, including,

but not limited to, those associated with high wind dust events, historical fluctuations, the "not reasonably controllable or

preventable" criterion, and "but for." On March 22, 2007, the EPA promulgated the "Treatment of Data Influenced by

Exceptional Events; Final Rule" (72 FR 13560) pursuant to the 2005 amendment of Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 319. This rule,

known as the Exceptional Events Rule (EER), superseded the EPA's previous natural events guidance and those sections of the

interim fire policy document that address exceptional events. The EER created a regulatory process codified at 40 CFR parts 50

and 51 (50.1, 50.14 and 51.930). These regulatory sections contain definitions, procedural requirements, requirements for air

agency demonstrations, and criteria for EPA approval for the exclusion of air quality data from regulatory decisions under the

EER. Since EPA promulgated the EER in 2007, numerous interested parties have raised questions and issues regarding

implementation of the rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: title 42; chapter 85; subchapter III; sec 7619 (CAA sec 319)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/00/2014 

Final Rule 04/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Palma Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5432

FAX: 919 541-3470

E-Mail: palma.elizabeth@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AH23

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Title: Procedure 3 - Quality Assurance Requirements for Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems at Stationary Sources

Abstract: This rulemaking establishes quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures for continuous opacity

monitoring systems (COMS) installed for compliance. This action is necessary because EPA does not currently have QA/QC

procedures for COMS. The procedures would apply to COMS used to determine continuous compliance with opacity standards

in federally enforceable regulations.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/08/2003 68 FR 24692 

Direct Final Rule 02/14/2012 77 FR 8160 

Second NPRM 02/14/2012 77 FR 8209 

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Notice 03/28/2012 77 FR 18709 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0115

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/emc/proposed/m203.pdf

Agency Contact: Lula Melton Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2910

FAX: 919 541-4511

E-Mail: melton.lula@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Conniesue Oldham Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-7774

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: oldham.conniesue@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AK26

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

Abstract: This rule would make a determination as to whether n-propyl bromide (nPB) is an acceptable substitute for Class I

and Class II ozone depleting substances used in aerosol solvent and adhesives end uses. If found acceptable, this would

provide industry with another alternative to solvents with higher ozone depletion potential. An acceptability determination could

include specific conditions on the use of nPB as a solvent, such as limiting the specific applications in which it may be used to

those with low emissions and requiring exposure limits that would be sufficient to mitigate risk and that are consistent with

industry practices. Any conditions would be for the purpose of ensuring that nPB is used in a manner that is as safe and

environmentally protective as other available substitutes. OSHA does not currently regulate nPB. If we determine that nPB

cannot be used safely in a specific end use, as compared with other substitutes available for that end use, we would find it

unacceptable.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/03/2003 68 FR 33283 

Second NPRM 10/02/2003 68 FR 56809 

Second NPRM 05/30/2007 72 FR 30168 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2002-0064. Split from RIN 2060-AJ58

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap

Sectors Affected: 238320; 326150

Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

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Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9163

FAX: 202 343-2338

E-Mail: sheppard.margaret@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Melissa Fiffer Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9464

FAX: 202 343-2342

E-Mail: fiffer.melissa@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AM49

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Revision to the Venting Prohibition for Specific Substitute Refrigerants

Abstract: Using authority under section 608 of the Clean Air Act, this rule would exempt hydrocarbon refrigerants from the

existing prohibition on venting, release and disposal of refrigerants. EPA recently listed hydrocarbon refrigerants as being

acceptable or acceptable subject to use conditions as substitutes for ozone depleting substances under EPA's Significant New

Alternative Policy Program. EPA is proposing to take this action based on current evidence that venting, release and disposal of

hydrocarbon refrigerants do not pose a threat to the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671(q)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/12/2013 78 FR 21871 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0580

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/title6/608

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2012-0580

Sectors Affected: 333415; 811412; 562920; 423930

Agency Contact: Sally Hamlin Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9711

FAX: 202 343-2362

E-Mail: hamlin.sally@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AN63

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Title: Requirements for Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) Under the 8-hour Ozone Standard for Bump-up Areas Designated

Attainment for the 1-hour Ozone Standard Prior to Revocation

Abstract: Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) is gasoline blended to reduce emissions that cause ozone. The Clean Air Act (CAA)

requires certain areas to use RFG, depending on how serious the ozone problem. In some cases, areas that previously had a

less-serious ozone problem subsequently experience worse air quality, and in such cases the Clean Air Act requires them to be

"bumped up" to a higher category, thereby requiring use of RFG. The Agency is now implementing the transition from the

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previous 1-hour ozone standard to the 8-hour standard. This rule would set regulations for such cases.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act 211(k)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/23/2006 71 FR 36042 

Final Rule 01/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0318

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 324110; 484220; 484230

Agency Contact: Kurt Gustafson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6406J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9219

FAX: 202 343-2800

E-Mail: gustafson.kurt@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Leila Cook Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

AASMCG, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4820

E-Mail: cook.leila@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP08

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Title: Revisions to Test Method for Determining Stack Gas Velocity Taking Into Account Velocity Decay Near the Stack Walls

Abstract: This action revises the voluntary test method for determining volumetric gas flow taking into account the velocity

decay near the stack or duct walls. The current method addresses only sources where the flow measurements are made in

locations with circular cross-sections. This revised test method addresses flow measurement locations with both circular and

rectangular cross-sections, increases the accuracy of the method, and simplifies its application. The primary users of the

method are owners and operators of utility units subject to the Acid Rain program and large electric generating units and large

non-generating units that are subject to the nitrogen oxide State Implementation Plan call.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act title I

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/25/2009 74 FR 42819 

Final Rule 04/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2008-0697

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 221112

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Agency Contact: Jason Dewees Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-9724

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: dewees.jason@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Conniesue Oldham Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-7774

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: oldham.conniesue@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ01

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Title: Revisions to Test Methods and Testing Regulations

Abstract: This action will make needed corrections and updates to source testing methods and testing provisions in 40 CFR

parts 60, 61, and 63. For example, Method 5, which determines particulate matter from stationary sources is being edited to

remove silica gel as the prescribed drying agent. Silica gel has been listed as a potential carcinogen and other agents that are

safer and more environmentally friendly are being prescribed. In Method 2, which determines stack gas velocity, a misplaced

square root sign in one of the equations is being corrected. This is a periodic action that is done every several years to keep the

rules up-to-date and to ensure that compliance testing and monitoring are done correctly.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 40 CFR 60 40 CFR 61 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7601

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/09/2012 77 FR 1130 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0114

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 325188; 325199; 212299; 324122; 311812; 212393; 333618; 322121; 324110; 331312; 221320; 335911;

333611

Agency Contact: Foston Curtis Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1063

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: curtis.foston@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Conniesue Oldham Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-7774

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: oldham.conniesue@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ29

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Title: Stationary Combustion Turbine New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) Amendments to Address UARG

Reconsideration Petition

Abstract: EPA is amending specific provisions in the new source performance standard (NSPS) for stationary combustion

turbines to resolve issues and questions raised by the utility air regulatory group (UARG) on the original final rulemaking

published on July 6, 2006 (71 FR 38482), and to address other technical and editorial issues that have been identified since

promulgation. The primary issues raised in the petition include the NOx standard and the monitoring and reporting requirements

for owners/operators that elect to install NOx CEMS. This rule would also amend the location and wording of existing

paragraphs to clarify the requirements of the NSPS. It would also exempt owners/operators of stationary combustion turbines

that meet the applicability criteria of and that are complying with the SO2 standard in either subparts J or Ja (standards of

performance for petroleum refineries) or only burn fuels containing inherently low amounts of sulfur from complying with the

otherwise applicable SO2 limit in subpart KKKK. In addition, at proposal, we requested comment on defining reconstruction

specific to subpart KKKK. Also, in recognition that the ultra-low sulfur diesel requirements include Hawaii, the Commonwealth of

Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands we are intending to require owner/operators of turbines in these locations to the meet the

same sulfur requirements as owner/operators of turbines located in State territories. Finally, we are requiring electronic reporting

of performance testing.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA 111

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/29/2012 77 FR 52553 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/26/2012 77 FR 65351 

Final Rule 10/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2004-0490

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 211111; 211112; 486210

Agency Contact: Christian Fellner Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-4003

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: fellner.christian@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Melanie King Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2469

E-Mail: king.melanie@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ36

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Title: Supplemental Determinations for Renewable Fuels Produced Under the Final RFS2 Program From Palm Oil

Abstract: As indicated in the final rule for the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) Program, while the Agency issued lifecycle

greenhouse gas (GHG) threshold determinations for the major fuel pathways projected to meet the bulk of the RFS volume

mandates, assessments of other new fuel pathways such as biofuels produced from palm oil, could not be completed in time for

the final rule. In the process of assessing these fuels, the Agency is issuing determinations through several supplemental

notices to the final rule, including Palm Oil.

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

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act 211(o)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 01/27/2012 77 FR 4300 

Comment Period Extended 02/14/2012 77 FR 8254 

Final Rule 08/00/2014 

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

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

Sectors Affected: 324110

Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6401A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1123

E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Robert Larson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

AAFC, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4277

E-Mail: larson.robert@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ55

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Title: Amendments to Tribal Delegation of Authority Provisions in the Prevention of Significant Deterioration Program

Abstract: This amendment will be a policy update of a rule from several decades ago. It will amend the Part 52 Approval and

Promulgation of State Implementation Plans, 1977 Clean Air Act Amendments to Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD)

52.21(u) Delegation of Authority. This rule will delete a section that restricts tribes from taking delegation of the PSD program. It

will add tribes to paragraph 2 along with States and local air pollution control agencies. These changes are intended to ensure

that tribes are treated the same as states and locals and to enable direct delegation of New Source Review to tribes. This rule

will also update paragraph numbering and an erroneous cross reference to be consistent with the current program.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 42 CFR 52.21(u) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/30/2011 76 FR 82234 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0943

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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Sectors Affected: 924110; 238990; 324121; 811121; 721120; 323110; 212321; 211111; 424510; 331511; 332812; 221210;

211112; 311119; 424710; 327320; 321113; 221320; 321212; 562212; 337110

Agency Contact: Regina Chappell Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3650

FAX: 919 541-0942

E-Mail: chappell.regina@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Laura McKelvey Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5497

FAX: 919 541-0942

E-Mail: mckelvey.laura@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ71

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Title: Amendments to Compliance Certification Content Requirements for State and Federal Operating Permits Programs

Abstract: The EPA finalizing amendments to the compliance certification requirements for State and Federal operating permits

programs that were published in the Federal Register on June 27, 2003. In that action, one sentence was removed from the

rules in error. This action restores the sentence to its original location in the rules.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70.6(c)(5)(iii)(B); 40 CFR 71.6(c)(5)(iii)(B) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/29/2013 78 FR 19164 

Final Rule 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2002-0062

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/oarpg/t5pfpr.html

Agency Contact: Joanna Swanson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5282

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: swanson.joanna@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Juan Santiago Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1084

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: santiago.juan@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ86

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Title: Control of Air Pollution From Motor Vehicles: Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission and Fuel Standards

Abstract: This action would establish more stringent vehicle emissions standards and reduce the sulfur content of gasoline as

part of a systems approach to addressing the impacts of motor vehicles and fuels on air quality and public health. The rule

would result in significant reductions in pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and air toxics across the country and help

state and local agencies in their efforts to attain and maintain health-based National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).

These proposed vehicle standards are intended to harmonize with California's Low Emission Vehicle program, thus creating a

federal vehicle emissions program that would allow automakers to sell the same vehicles in all 50 states. The vehicle standards

would also coordinate with the light-duty vehicle greenhouse gas standards for model years 2017-2025, creating a nationwide

alignment of vehicle programs for criteria pollutant and greenhouse gases.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80; 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 85; 40 CFR 600; 40 CFR 1036; 40 CFR 1037; 40 CFR 1065; 40 CFR 1066 (To

search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 202(a); Clean Air Act sec 202(k); Clean Air Act sec 211(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: States are working to attain National Ambient Air Quality Standards for ozone, PM and NOx. Light-duty

vehicles are responsible for a significant portion of the precursors to these pollutants and are large contributors to ambient air

toxic pollution. In many nonattainment areas, by 2014, cars and light trucks are projected to contribute 30 to 45 percent of total

nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions, 20 to 25 percent of total volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, and 5 to 10 percent of

total direct particulate matter (PM2.5) emissions. Importantly, without future controls, by 2020 mobile sources are expected to be

as much as 50 percent of the inventories of these pollutants for some individual urban areas. EPA has estimated that light-duty

vehicles will contribute about half of the 2030 mobile source inventory of air toxics emissions from all mobile sources. The most

recent National-Scale Air Toxics Assessment showed that, in 2005, mobile sources were responsible for over 50 percent of the

cancer risk and noncancer hazard.

Legal Basis: The Clean Air Act section 202(a) provides EPA with general authority to prescribe vehicle standards, subject to

any specific limitations elsewhere in the Act. In addition, section 202(k) provides EPA with authority to issue and revise

regulations applicable to evaporative emissions of hydrocarbons from all gasoline-fueled motor vehicles. EPA is also using its

authority under section 211(c) of the Clean Air Act to address gasoline sulfur controls.

Alternatives: The rulemaking proposal discussed regulatory alternatives that were considered in addition to the Agency's

primary proposal.

Costs and Benefits: EPA estimates that the proposed program would cost about a penny per gallon of gasoline, and about

$130 per vehicle. The annual cost of the overall program in 2030 would be approximately $3.4 billion; however, EPA estimates

that in 2030 the annual monetized health benefits of the proposed Tier 3 standards would be between $8 and $23 billion.

Risks: Approximately 158 million people currently live in counties designated nonattainment for one or more of the NAAQS,

and this figure does not include the people living in areas with a risk of exceeding the NAAQS in the future. These people

experience unhealthy levels of air pollution, which are linked with respiratory and cardiovascular problems and other adverse

health impacts that lead to increased medication use, hospital admissions, emergency department visits, and premature

mortality. The reductions in ambient ozone and PM2.5 that would result from the proposed Tier 3 standards would provide

significant health benefits. In addition, more than 50 million people live, work, or go to school in close proximity to high-traffic

roadways, and the average American spends more than one hour traveling along roads each day. Exposure to traffic-related

pollutants has been linked with adverse health impacts such as respiratory problems (particularly in asthmatic children) and

cardiovascular problems. The Tier 3 standards would reduce criteria pollutant and air toxic emissions from cars and light trucks,

which continue to be a significant contributor to air pollution directly near roads.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/21/2013 78 FR 29815 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/29/2013 78 FR 32223 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0135

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/tier3.htm

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2011-0135

Sectors Affected: 11; 811198; 325199; 336111; 811112; 336311; 325193; 493130; 336312; 811111; 336120; 336112; 336211;

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335312; 211112; 424690; 333618; 325110; 424710; 324110; 486910

Agency Contact: Catherine Yanca Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

NVFEL S87, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4769

E-Mail: yanca.catherine@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Kathryn Sargeant Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

NVFEL S77, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4441

E-Mail: Sargeant.Kathryn@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ90

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Title: NESHAP Risk and Technology Review for the Mineral Wool and Wool Fiberglass Industries; NESHAP for Wool

Fiberglass Area Sources

Abstract: The maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standard for Mineral Wool Production was promulgated on

June 1, 1999, and the MACT for Wool Fiberglass Production was promulgated on June 14, 1999. The Clean Air Act requires

EPA to evaluate the risk remaining to human health within 8 years of promulgation of each MACT standard; for these

regulations, that date expired in June 2007. Along with risk, the EPA is also required to review new technology in the industry

that can reduce hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions from regulated sources in the industry, and may consider costs under

this technology review. EPA is addressing these Clean Air Act requirements under a combined risk and technology review

(RTR). EPA was petitioned to review the risk for these source categories, and also to determine MACT floors for pollutants and

processes that were not regulated by the MACT standards. The court entered into an agreement with EPA and the litigants; the

resulting deadline for proposal was November 4, 2011, the supplemental proposal was published in the Federal Register on

April 15, 2013 (78 FR 22370), and the promulgation of the two RTRs and a final rule for wool fiberglass area sources is

scheduled for January 30, 2014.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 1175-1196; 40 CFR 63 1380-1399 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401

Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Consent Decree--As per 4 day extension granted on 10/31. (Sierra Club

v. Jackson, 09-0152, USDC Northern District of CA) 10/31/2011 

Other Judicial 1/30/14--Consent Decree deadline for final rule--Sierra Club v. Jackson,

09-0152, USDC Northern District of CA, as per 11/28/12 stipulation. 01/30/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/25/2011 76 FR 72770 

Notice 12/20/2011 76 FR 78872 

Notice 01/23/2012 77 FR 3223 

Supplemental NPRM 04/15/2013 78 FR 22369 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-1041, EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-1042

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/rrisk/rtrpg.html

Sectors Affected: 327993

Agency Contact: Susan Fairchild Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D-243-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

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Phone: 919 541-5167 

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: fairchild.susan@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5605

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR02

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Group IV Polymers and Resins, Pesticide Active

Ingredient Production, and Polyether Polyols Production Risk and Technology Review

Abstract: In this action EPA will finalize risk and technology reviews for the following three National Emission Standards for

Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Group IV Polymers and Resins, Pesticide Active Ingredient Production, and Polyether

Polyols Production. The proposal for these NESHAP was published on January 9, 2012 (77 FR 1268), and under a consent

decree deadline, the final rule must be promulgated in January 2014: Group IV Polymers and Resins, Pesticide Active Ingredient

Production, and Polyether Polyols Production. Clean Air Act (CAA) sections 112(f)(2) and 112(d)(6) require EPA to conduct

residual risk and technology reviews. Under the "technology review" provision of CAA section 112, EPA is required to review

maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments

in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every 8 years. Under the "residual risk" provision of

CAA section 112, EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within 8 years after promulgation and promulgate standards if

required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect. EPA will also

remove startup, shutdown, and malfunction exemptions for these source categories, as required by recent court decisions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Sierra Club v. Jackson, 09-0152, USDC Northern District of CA; consent

decree deadline applies to RTRs for subparts JJJ, MMM, and PPP only 11/30/2011 

Other Judicial Sierra Club v. Jackson, 09-0152, USDC Northern District of CA; consent

decree deadline applies to RTRs for subparts JJJ, MMM, and PPP only 01/31/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/09/2012 77 FR 1268 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/21/2012 77 FR 16508 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0435

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 325199; 325320; 325211

Agency Contact: Nick Parsons Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5372

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: parsons.nick@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5396

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FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR21

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Title: RFS Pathways II and Amendments to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2)

Abstract: In May, EPA issued a proposal to amend the RFS2 regulations to facilitate the introduction of new renewable fuels

and improve implementation of the program. The proposal included various new renewable fuel pathways that will enhance the

ability of the biofuels industry to supply advanced biofuels, including cellulosic biofuels, to the market. The proposed

amendments would allow renewable diesel, renewable naphtha, and renewable electricity (used in electric vehicles) produced

from landfill biogas to generate cellulosic or advanced biofuel renewable identification numbers (RINs). Renewable compressed

natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) produced from landfill biogas are also proposed to generate cellulosic RINs,

and EPA proposed to allow butanol to qualify as an advanced biofuel. The rulemaking also proposed a clarification regarding

the definition of crop residue to include corn kernel fiber and proposed an approach to determining the volume of cellulosic RINs

from various cellulosic feedstocks. The proposed rule includes minor amendments to the regulations for E15 misfueling

mitigation regulations to improve implementation. Finally, EPA proposed to reduce the survey requirements associated with the

ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) program in view of the high compliance rate that has been achieved.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80(M) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act; title II

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/14/2013 78 FR 36041 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Anne-Marie Pastorkovich Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6406J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9623

FAX: 202 343-2801

E-Mail: pastorkovich.anne-marie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR25

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Title: Review of New Sources and Modifications in Indian Country; Definitions and Exempted Units and Activities

Abstract: This final rule will add units/activities for exemption under the minor New Source Review (NSR) program in Indian

Country originally published on July 1, 2011. These additional categories will make the list more similar to State exemption lists,

where possible. In addition, we are revising how the term "commence construction" is used in the July 1, 2011, rule. That final

rule used the term "commence construction" for certain permitting deadlines but the term was not defined. Although

"commence" and "construction" are defined in the major NSR provisions, and referenced in the July 1, 2011, minor NSR rule,

we are revising the use of "commence construction" to make implementation of the minor NSR rule easier. Additionally, we are

reviewing comments on the June 4, 2013, proposed rule to reduce the advance notification period required to the reviewing

authority before a true minor source relocates and we may revise the 30-day requirement in the existing rule.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 49.151 to 49.161; 40 CFR 49.166 to 49.173 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

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Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/04/2013 78 FR 33266 

Final Rule 03/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0076. Split from RIN 2060-AH37

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 924110; 238990; 324121; 811121; 721120; 323110; 212321; 211111; 424510; 331511; 332812; 221210;

211112; 311119; 424710; 327320; 321113; 221320; 321212; 562212; 337110

Agency Contact: Greg Nizich Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3078

E-Mail: nizich.greg@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5344

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR29

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Title: Revisions to the Air Emissions Reporting Requirements: Revisions to Lead (Pb) Reporting Threshold and Clarifications to

Technical Reporting Details

Abstract: The existing Air Emissions Reporting Requirements (AERR) in 40 CFR part 51 include a reporting threshold of 5 tons

per year for lead (Pb). This action proposes to bring that threshold into line with the requirements of the revised Pb national

standards (NAAQS) and its associated monitoring requirements of 0.5 tons per year. In this action, EPA will finalize technical

corrections to appendix A of subpart A of the AERR final rule to make it consistent with the final implementation of the Emission

Inventory System (EIS), which is used to collect the data required as part of the AERR. The final rule would affect State, local,

and tribal agencies that are responsible for submitting data to EIS by requiring them to collect and submit data from additional

Pb sources based on the lower emissions reporting threshold. The final action would also help clarify for these data submitters

the technical elements of their submissions to the EIS by reducing inconsistencies with other features of appendix A.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 subpart A; 40 CFR 51.122 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 110 and 172

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/20/2013 78 FR 37164 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ_OAR-2004-0489

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Marc Houyoux Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C339-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

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Phone: 919 541-3649

FAX: 919 541-0684

E-Mail: houyoux.marc@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Kim Paylor Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5474

E-Mail: paylor.kim@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR34

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Title: Implementation of the 2008 National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone: State Implementation Plan Requirements

Abstract: This final rule will address a range of implementation requirements for the 2008 National Ambient Air Quality

Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, including requirements pertaining to attainment demonstrations, reasonable further progress,

reasonably available control technology, reasonably available control measures, nonattainment new source review, emission

inventories, and the timing of State Implementation Plan submissions and compliance. Other issues also addressed in this final

rule are the revocation of the 1997 ozone NAAQS for purposes other than transportation conformity; anti-backsliding

requirements that would apply when the 1997 NAAQS are revoked; and routes to terminate the section 185 fee program.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50; 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 70; 40 CFR 71 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7409; 42 USC 7410; 42 USC 7511 to 7511f; 42 USC 7601(a)(1)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: This rule is needed to establish requirements for what states must include in their state implementation

plans (SIPs) to bring nonattainment areas into compliance with the 2008 ozone NAAQS. There is no court-ordered deadline for

this final rule. However, the CAA requires the nonattainment area plans addressed by this rule to be developed and submitted

by states within 2 to 3 years after the July 20, 2012 date of nonattainment designations.

Legal Basis: CAA Section110

Alternatives: The proposed rule included several alternatives for meeting implementation requirements, including but not

limited to options for SIP submittal dates, NOx substitution for VOC in RFP SIPs, alternative baseline years for RFP and

alternatives for addressing anti-backsliding requirements once the 1997 ozone NAAQS has been revoked. Additionally the EPA

is solicited comments on a number of topics, including alternative approaches to achieving RFP, RACT flexibility and alternate

revocation dates for the 1997 ozone NAAQS.

Costs and Benefits: The annual burden for this information collection averaged over the first 3 years is estimated to be a total

of 120,000 labor hours per year at an annual labor cost of $2.4 million (present value) over the 3-year period or approximately

$91,000 per State for the 26 State respondents, including the District of Columbia. The average annual reporting burden is 690

hours per response, with approximately 2 responses per State for 58 State respondents. There are no capital or operating and

maintenance costs associated with the proposed rule requirements. Burden is defined at 5 CFR 1320.3(b).

Risks: Ozone concentrations that exceed the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) to can cause adverse public

health and welfare effects, as discussed in the March 27, 2008 Final Rule for NAAQS for Ozone (73 FR 16436).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/06/2013 78 FR 34177 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/24/2013 78 FR 44485 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0885

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Karl Pepple Environmental Protection Agency

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Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2683

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: pepple.karl@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rich Damberg Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5592

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: damberg.rich@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR46

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Title: Heavy-Duty Highway Program: Revisions for Emergency Vehicles and SCR Maintenance

Abstract: On January 18, 2001, EPA published a rule promulgating more stringent NOx and PM standards for heavy duty

highway engines ("the heavy-duty highway rule"), entitled "Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine

and Vehicle Standards" (66 FR 5001). EPA has previously published clarifications and technical amendments to that final

heavy-duty highway rule. This action would provide additional clarification, modifications and technical amendments to the

regulations for heavy-duty highway engines and would clarify, modify and technically amend some provisions in 40 CFR parts

86 and 1068. This action would assist regulated parties to comply with requirements by clarifying and/or simplifying those

requirements. Specifically, this action would provide flexibility for on-highway emergency-response vehicles with respect to

emissions of particulate matter and oxides of nitrogen. This action would also amend the requirements for emission-related

scheduled maintenance with respect to replacement of diesel exhaust fluid, which is used in selective catalytic reduction control

systems. This action is not expected to result in significant changes in regulatory burdens or costs.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 and 1068 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/08/2012 77 FR 34149 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/highwaydiesel/regs/2007-heavy-duty-highway.htm

Agency Contact: Matt Spears Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

Mail Code: ASD1, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4921

FAX: 734 214-4816

E-Mail: spears.matt@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lauren Steele Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4788

E-Mail: steele.lauren@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR48

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Title: Heavy-Duty GHG On-Highway and Non-Road Engine and Vehicle Regulation Streamlining and Technical Amendments

Abstract: This direct final rule consists of two parts: joint EPA/NHTSA amendments to the Medium- and Heavy-Duty

Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Fuel Efficiency regulations issued on September 15, 2011 and EPA-exclusive amendments

related to other EPA mobile source regulations. EPA and NHTSA are each adopting amendments to eliminate duplicative

reporting requirements, reduce inadvertent minor differences between the EPA and NHTSA programs regarding such matters as

voluntary early model year compliance, align testing procedures to market realities, and reduce unnecessary testing burdens.

EPA is also adopting amendments including the engine replacement compliance provisions, technical hardship provisions

related to emission standards for nonroad diesel engines, fuel line permeation test procedures for large spark ignition engines,

and other nonroad spark-ignition engine amendments. This rule will assist regulated parties with complying with requirements by

clarifying those requirements. This action is not expected to result in significant changes in regulatory burdens or costs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 1036; 40 CFR 1037; 40 CFR 1066; 40 CFR 1068 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the

Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/17/2013 78 FR 36135 

Final Rule 06/17/2013 78 FR 36369 

Notice 08/16/2013 78 FR 49963 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Agency Contact: Matt Spears Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

Mail Code: ASD1, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4921

FAX: 734 214-4816

E-Mail: spears.matt@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Angela Cullen Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

AAHDOC, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4419

E-Mail: Cullen.Angela@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR52

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Title: 2013 Revisions to the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule and Proposed Confidentiality Determinations for New or

Substantially Revised Data Elements

Abstract: The amendments in this action consist of two parts: amendments related to updating global warming potentials

(GWPs) and other amendments and clarifications. The changes would improve the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program by

clarifying compliance obligations and reducing confusion for reporters, improving consistency of the data collected, and ensuring

that data collected through the GHGRP is representative of industry and comparable to the annual U.S. Greenhouse Gas

Inventory (Inventory). The action also makes confidentiality determinations for newly proposed data elements.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414 and 7542

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/02/2013 78 FR 19802 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0934

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 211; 211111; 211112; 212112; 212113; 221; 221112; 221121; 221210; 221320; 311411; 311421; 311611;

316; 321; 322; 322110; 322121; 322122; 322130; 324; 324110; 325; 32511; 325110; 325120; 32518; 325193; 325199; 325212;

32531; 325312; 326; 326150; 327211; 327212; 327213; 327310; 327410; 327910; 331; 33111; 33131; 33141; 33149; 331492;

332; 333415; 334111; 334413; 334419; 33531; 335313; 336; 339; 423610; 423620; 423730; 4431; 486210; 562212; 611; 622

Agency Contact: Rachel Schmeltz Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6207J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9124

E-Mail: Schmeltz.rachel@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR64

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Title: Kraft Pulp Mills NSPS Review

Abstract: Section 111(b)(1) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) directs EPA to review and, if appropriate, revise the New Source

Performance Standards (NSPS) at least every 8 years after promulgation. This is a review of subpart BB, Standards of

Performance for Kraft Pulp Mills sections 60.280-285 which was promulgated in 1978 and last reviewed in 1986. The subpart is

applicable to the following sources in kraft pulp mills that were installed after 1978: digester systems, brown stock washers,

evaporator systems, recovery furnaces, smelt dissolving tanks, lime kilns, and condensate stripper systems. The pollutants

regulated in this subpart include total reduced sulfur (TRS) compounds and particulate matter (PM). This action is subject to a

citizen suit under section 304(a)(2) of the Clean Air Act brought against the U.S. EPA under the Administrative Procedure Act, 5

U.S.C. 701-06. This complaint seeks to compel the Administrator to fulfill her mandatory duty to review the NSPS for new and

modified kraft pulp mills.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2005; 42 USC 7411; CAA 111

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Mandatory 8 year review 05/15/2013 

NPRM Judicial Mandatory 8 year review 05/15/2013 

Other Judicial Mandatory 8 year review 03/14/2014 

Other Judicial Mandatory 8 year review 03/14/2014 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/23/2013 78 FR 31315 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/28/2013 78 FR 38877 

Final Rule 03/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0640

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 3221

Agency Contact: Kelley Spence Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-03 , Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

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Phone: 919 541-3158

FAX: 919 541-3470

E-Mail: spence.kelley@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Robin Dunkins Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5335

FAX: 919 541-3470

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR66

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Secondary Lead Smelters; Amendments

Abstract: These amendments will fix an inadvertent error that occurred when the Secondary Lead Smelting Residual Risk and

Technology Review (RTR) was added to the eCFR. The final rule regulatory text for the RTR reproduced the entire subpart

rather than only including amendatory text and used the same section numbers as the original National Emission Standards for

Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP). This was done to aid the public in locating and understanding the entire subpart in one

location since many changes were made to the original rule. As a result, the entire subpart was replaced in the eCFR, removing

the old sections and replacing them with the new versions. The compliance date for existing sources to meet the requirements

of the RTR is January 6, 2014. The Agency intended for those sources to continue complying with the requirements included in

the original NESHAP until the compliance date for the RTR amendments arrives. The eCFR no longer contains those

requirements due to the inadvertent replacement of the entire subpart. These amendments will add a paragraph to the

regulatory text that clarifies sources must continue complying with the requirements that were in effect prior to the RTR

amendments until the compliance date for the RTR amendments arrives. Additionally, these amendments will correct typos in a

table of dioxin/furan congeners in the regulatory text, correct an error in the total hydrocarbon testing requirements, and clarify

certain provisions related to monitoring differential pressure.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA sec 112

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0344

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 331492

Agency Contact: Nathan Topham Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0483

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: topham.nathan@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-7912

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Title: State Implementation Plans: Response to Petition; Findings of Substantial Inadequacy; and SIP Calls to Amend

Provisions Applying to Excess Emissions During Periods of Startup, Shutdown and Malfunction

Abstract: In this final action, EPA will issue findings of substantial inadequacy for certain states whose State Implementation

Plans (SIPs) are inconsistent with the CAA and with current EPA rules and policies concerning treatment of a source's excess

emissions during periods of startup, shutdown, and malfunction (SSM). In addition, EPA is under this action issuing a "SIP call"

for each of the states for which a SIP inadequacy is confirmed, which requires the state to revise its SIP as necessary to correct

the inadequacy. The SIP call will establish a deadline by which each of these states must submit its corrective SIP revision. A

corrective SIP revision will ensure that: (1) all periods of excess emissions, regardless of cause, will be treated as violations

subject to EPA enforcement action; and (2) no periods of excess emissions can be automatically exempted from emissions

limits.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA 110(k)(5)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/22/2013 78 FR 12460 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/08/2013 78 FR 20855 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0322

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/air/urbanair/sipstatus/

Agency Contact: Lisa Sutton Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3450

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: sutton.lisa@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Krishna Viswanathan Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0641

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: viswanathan.krishna@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR72

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Title: RFS Renewable Identification Number (RIN) Quality Assurance Program

Abstract: The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program regulations finalized in 2007 (RFS1) and 2010 (RFS2) were developed

in collaboration with refiners, renewable fuel producers, and many other stakeholders. The RFS compliance program is based on

the use of unique renewable identification numbers (RINs) assigned to batches of renewable fuel by renewable fuel producers

and importers. These RINs can then be sold or traded, and used by any obligated party to demonstrate compliance with the

applicable standard. The production, transfer, and use of invalid RINs has resulted in violations for parties that were not aware

that the RINs were invalid. The rule will propose a voluntary mechanism for ensuring that RINs have been appropriately

generated.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act 211(k)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/21/2013 78 FR 12158 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0621

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2012-0621-0001

Sectors Affected: 325199; 325193; 45431; 424690; 424710; 324110; 424720

Agency Contact: Holly Pugliese Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

AAIO, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4288

E-Mail: pugliese.holly@epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Korotney Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

N27, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4507

E-Mail: korotney.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR97

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Title: Clarification of Requirements for Method 303 Certification Training

Abstract: The EPA is proposing changes to Method 303 to better define the requirements associated with conducting Method

303 certification courses. Method 303 is an air pollution test method used to determine the visible emissions from coke ovens.

This action adds additional language that clarifies the criteria used by the EPA to determine the competency of training

providers, but does not change the requirements for conducting the test method. These changes will help entities interested in

conducting training classes to better understand the requirements necessary to be approved to conduct these training courses.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: None (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Kim Garnett Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-02, 109 T.W. Alexander Drive , Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Research Triangle Park , NC 27709 

Phone: 919 541-1158

E-Mail: garnett.kim@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Robin Segall Environmental Protection Agency

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EW143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0893

FAX: 919 541-0516

E-Mail: Segall.Robin@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR99

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Title: Vacatur of the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) of PM2.5 Significant Impact Levels (SILs) and Significant

Monitoring Concentration (SMC)

Abstract: This final rule would amend prevention of significant deterioration regulations for PM2.5 to remove the vacated

portions of the Significant Impact Levels (SIL) and Significant Monitoring Concentration (SMC) provisions. On January 22, 2013,

the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit granted an EPA request to vacate and remand to the

EPA portions of the SIL provisions for PM2.5. The Court further vacated parts of two PSD rules establishing a PM2.5 SMC.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7475 to 7479

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0605

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/nsr

Agency Contact: Ben Garwood Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, 109 T.W. Alexander Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Research Triangle Park , NC 27709 

Phone: 919 541-1358

E-Mail: garwood.ben@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Dan Deroeck Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5593

FAX: 919 685-3009

E-Mail: Deroeck.Dan@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AO18

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Title: New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Emission Guidelines (EG) for Large Municipal Waste Combustors

(MWCs).

Abstract: EPA originally adopted air emission standards for new and existing large municipal waste combustors (MWCs) in

1995. As required by section 129 of the Clean Air Act, EPA reviewed these standards and proposed revised standards. The

proposal occurred on Dec 19, 2005, and final standards were published on May 10, 2006 (71 FR 27323). A number of

individuals filed petitions on various aspects of the standards. Moreover, the Agency received a separate petition to reopen the

section 129(a)(2) standards. EPA agreed to initiate such an action. Accordingly, EPA petitioned the court to remand the 2006

LMWC rule to EPA. The court issued the remand in February 2008.

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Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 129

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Notice 03/20/2007 72 FR 13016 

Additional Information: EPA publication information: Notice of reconsideration of final rule - http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPAAIR/2007/March/Day-20/a5022.htm

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 924110; 562213

Agency Contact: Charlene Spells Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E-143-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5255

FAX: 919 541-3470

E-Mail: spells.charlene@epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 919 541-5356

E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP38

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Title: Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone

Abstract: Under the Clean Air Act, EPA is required to review and, if appropriate, revise the air quality criteria for the primary

(health-based) and secondary (welfare-based) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) every 5 years. On March 23,

2008, the EPA published a final rule to revise the primary and secondary NAAQS for ozone to provide increased protection of

public health and welfare. With regard to the primary standard for ozone, EPA revised the level of the 8-hour ozone standard to

0.075 ppm. With regard to the secondary ozone standard, EPA made it identical in all respects to the primary ozone standard,

as revised. EPA initiated the current review in October 2008 with a workshop to discuss key policy-relevant issues around

which EPA would structure the review. This review includes the preparation of an Integrated Science Assessment,

Risk/Exposure Assessment, and a Policy Assessment Document by EPA, with opportunities for review by EPA's Clean Air

Scientific Advisory Committee and the public. These documents inform the Administrator's proposed decision as to whether to

retain or revise the standards.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7408; 42 USC 7409

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Notice 04/28/2011 76 FR 23755 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2008-0699

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

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

Agency Contact: Susan Stone Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-1146

FAX: 919 541-0237

E-Mail: stone.susan@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP71

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Title: Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reasonable Possibility in

Recordkeeping; Reconsideration

Abstract: The EPA is convening a proceeding for reconsideration of a final rule published in the Federal Register on

December 21, 2007 (72 FR 62607). The subject rule was promulgated in response to a remand by the U.S. Court of Appeals for

the District of Columbia Circuit in New York v. EPA, 413 F.3d 3 (D.C. Cir. 2005), in order to clarify the "reasonable possibility"

recordkeeping and reporting standard under the New Source Review (NSR) program. After review of issues raised by the State

of New Jersey by petition and letter, we have decided to exercise our discretion to conduct a reconsideration of this final rule

and will therefore be reopening the public comment period for the rule. The rule will remain in effect while our reconsideration

proceeding is under way.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 app S; 40 CFR 51.165; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7470 to 7515

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2001-0004

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 325520; 325181; 325188; 325199; 325998; 336399; 324199; 331311; 336111; 325414; 325182; 221121;

221122; 325193; 325920; 221112; 221111; 325120; 325131; 336112; 325411; 336213; 336211; 336340; 336350; 211112;

322122; 221113; 221119; 325510; 322121; 322130; 324110; 325412; 325910; 325132; 336212

Agency Contact: David Painter Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5515

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: painter.david@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5344

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP96

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Startup, Shutdown, and Malfunction Amendments to Part 63

Standards

Abstract: This action proposes to amend regulations in the General Provisions of regulations promulgated under the Clean Air

Act (subpart A of Part 63) that provide for or are related to an exemption from the requirement to comply with Clean Air Act

section 112 emission standards during startup, shutdown, and malfunction (SSM) events. On December 19, 2008, in Sierra Club

v. EPA, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit vacated the SSM. These General Provisions are

not specific to any source category and apply when incorporated into source category-specific standards. In addition, other

subparts with similar provisions will be amended so that applicable standards will no longer have exceptions for sources that

report malfunction conditions, to reflect the court vacatur.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 

NPRM 12/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 325; 334; 335; 332; 311; 337; 333; 424; 212; 339; 327; 211; 322; 324; 326; 331; 323; 313; 314; 336; 221;

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Agency Contact: Matthew Witosky Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2865

E-Mail: witosky.matthew@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lisa Conner Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5060

E-Mail: conner.lisa@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ20

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Title: Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing and Phosphate Fertilizer

Production National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)

Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise

them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently

than every 8 years. Under the "residual risk" provision of the Clean Air Act, EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within 8

years after promulgation and promulgate standards if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or

prevent an adverse environmental effect. The MACT for phosphoric acid and phosphate fertilizer were promulgated in June

1999. Facilities subject to these rules were required to be in compliance by June 2002. This action will address both the residual

risk and technology reviews for the phosphoric acid and phosphate fertilizer source categories, as well as address other

regulatory actions for the source category as deemed appropriate. The production processes for these two source categories

typically are located at the same facilities.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act Section 112

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

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NPRM Judicial Court Order 10/21/2014 

Other Judicial Court Order 07/21/2015 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Final Rule 08/00/2015 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Tina Ndoh Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2750

FAX: 919 541-5600

E-Mail: ndoh.christina@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5605

FAX: 919 541-5450

E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ47

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Title: Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reconsideration of Inclusion

of Fugitive Emissions; Reconsideration

Abstract: EPA is proposing a rule based on the results of its reconsideration of the final rule titled, "Prevention of Significant

Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reconsideration of Inclusion of Fugitive Emissions"

(Fugitive Emissions Rule), published on December 19, 2008. Through a letter signed on April 24, 2009, EPA granted

reconsideration on a petition submitted by the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC), as well as an administrative stay of

the Fugitive Emissions Rule provisions. On March 30, 2011 EPA issued an interim rule that stayed the Fugitive Emissions Rule

by reverting the text of the affected sections of the CFR to back to the prior rule language. This stay will remain in effect until

EPA completes its reconsideration and undertakes any associated rulemaking. In this action EPA will consider the petition for

reconsideration, public comments, and information contained in the rulemaking docket to reach a decision on the

reconsideration and finalize the rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 to 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7470 to 7515

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2004-0014

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/nsr

Sectors Affected: 211112; 221111; 221112; 221113; 221119; 221121; 221122; 322121; 322122; 322130; 324110; 324199;

325120; 325132; 325131; 325182; 325181; 325188; 325199; 325193; 325411; 325412; 325414; 325520; 325510; 325920;

325910; 325998; 331311; 336111; 336112; 336211; 336399; 336340; 336350; 336212; 336213

Agency Contact: Peter Keller Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

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C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5339

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: keller.peter@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C504-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5344

FAX: 919 541-5509

E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR79

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Title: NESHAP Emissions for Primary Lead Processing: Residual Risk and Technology Review and NESHAP from Secondary

Lead Smelting: Residual Risk and Technology Review; Reconsiderations

Abstract: This action addresses a reconsideration petition received on the 2011 final rule for residual risk and technology

review of the primary lead processors national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants. The EPA agreed to reconsider

limited aspects of the final rule. Additionally, this action addresses reconsideration petitions received on the 2012 final rule for

residual risk and technology review of the secondary lead smelters national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants. The

EPA agreed to reconsider limited aspects of the final rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Nathan Topham Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-0483

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: topham.nathan@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-7912

FAX: 919 541-3207

E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AO68

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Labeling of Products Using HCFCs

Abstract: In accordance with section 611 of the Clean Air Act, products made with or containing HCFCs

(hydrochlorofluorocarbons) must be labeled by January 1, 2015, indicating the use of an ozone depleting substance. EPA

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promulgated a rule in 1993 implementing this requirement to help consumers and others make informed choices about using

products which damage the stratospheric ozone layer, resulting in increased skin damage and cancers. EPA is withdrawing this

rule and is addressing this topic in the 2015-2019 HCFC Allocation Rule (RIN 2060-AR04).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671j

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Withdrawn 10/31/2013 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5151

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Sectors Affected: 333415; 335222

Agency Contact: Jeremy Arling Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9055

FAX: 202 343-2338

E-Mail: Arling.Jeremy@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Donaldson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9086

E-Mail: donaldson.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP89

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Title: Federal Reference Method for Lead in Total Suspended Particulate Matter

Abstract: On November 12, 2008, EPA substantially strengthened the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for lead.

EPA revised the level of the primary (health-based) standard from 1.5 micrograms per cubic meter (g/m3) to 0.15 g/m3,

measured as total suspended particles (TSP) and revised the secondary (welfare-based) standard to be identical in all respects

to the primary standard. In conjunction with strengthening the lead (Pb) NAAQS, EPA identified the need for States to improve

existing lead monitoring networks. Depending on specific circumstances, States may have the option of using monitoring for

either lead in TSP (Pb-TSP) or lead in PM10 (Pb-PM10) using approved Federal Reference Methods (FRMs) or Federal

Equivalent Methods (FEMs) to meet monitoring requirements. To support new monitoring requirements, an FRM for Pb-PM10

was developed with the November 8, 2008 rulemaking. The FRM for Pb-TSP was left unchanged. The Pb-TSP FRM was

promulgated in 1978. EPA recognizes that significant advances in measurement technology have been made since the

promulgation of the original FRM. In order to support new monitoring requirements for Pb-TSP and update the FRM to improve

it based on advanced measurement technology, a new FRM must be developed.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7403; 42 USC 7410; 42 USC 7601(a); 42 USC 7611; 42 USC 7618

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/05/2013 78 FR 8066 

Final Rule 07/03/2013 78 FR 40000 

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Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0210

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Joann Rice Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3372

FAX: 919 541-1903

E-Mail: Rice.Joann@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lewis Weinstock Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C304-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3661

FAX: 919 541-1903

E-Mail: weinstock.lewis@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR18

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Title: Air Quality Designations for the 2010 Sulfur Dioxide Primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard

Abstract: This rule established air quality designations for certain areas in the United States for the 2010 primary Sulfur Dioxide

(SO2) National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS). The EPA issued this rule to identify areas that, based on recorded air

quality monitoring data showing violations of the NAAQS, do not meet the 2010 SO2 NAAQS and areas that contribute to SO2

air pollution in a nearby area that does not meet the SO2 NAAQS. At this time, the EPA designated as nonattainment most

areas in locations where existing monitoring data from 2009-2011 indicate violations of the 1-hour SO2 standard. The EPA

intends to address in separate future actions the designations for all other areas for which the agency is not yet prepared to

issue designations and that are consequently not addressed in this final rule. The Clean Air Act (CAA) directs areas designated

nonattainment by this rule to undertake certain planning and pollution control activities to attain the NAAQS as expeditiously as

practicable.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 81 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7407(d)

Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final initial designations are required no later than 2 years from the

June 3, 2010 promulgation of the revised NAAQS 06/03/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 08/05/2013 78 FR 47191 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0233

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Rhonda Wright Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Research Triangle Park , NC 27709 

Phone: 919 541-1087

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: Wright.Rhonda@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rhea Jones Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

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Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-2940

FAX: 919 541-5489

E-Mail: jones.rhea@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR41

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: The 2013 Critical Use Exemption From the Phaseout of Methyl Bromide

Abstract: Methyl bromide was phased out under the Clean Air Act and the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the

Ozone Layer in 2005, except for limited exemptions. This action authorizes uses that qualify for the 2013 critical use exemption

and specifies the amount of methyl bromide that may be produced or imported for those uses. This rule also amends the

regulatory framework to remove certain requirements related to sale of pre-phaseout inventory for critical uses. EPA is taking

this action under the authority of the Clean Air Act to reflect a consensus decision taken by the Parties to the Montreal Protocol

on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer at the Twenty-Third Meeting of the Parties.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671c(d)(6)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/14/2012 77 FR 74435 

Final Rule 07/22/2013 78 FR 43797 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0280

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/mbr

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2010-0280

Sectors Affected: 111334; 311111; 493130; 111422; 311211; 311822; 111336; 493110; 111332; 111421; 111339; 111219;

325320; 115114; 311212; 115112; 111333; 111335

Agency Contact: Jeremy Arling Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9055

FAX: 202 343-2338

E-Mail: Arling.Jeremy@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: David Donaldson Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6205J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9086

E-Mail: donaldson.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR43

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Title: Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Volume Standards for 2013

Abstract: Under Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA), the Environmental Protection Agency is required to promulgate

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based diesel, advanced biofuel, and total renewable fuel that must be used in transportation fuel annually. In the case of the

cellulosic biofuel standard, EISA specifically requires that the standard be set based on the volume projected to be available

during the following year. If the volumes are lower than those specified under EISA, then EPA may also lower the advanced

biofuel and total renewable fuel standards each year accordingly. This regulatory action established, the annual statutory volume

requirements for the RFS2 fuel categories (cellulosic, biomass-based diesel, advanced biofuel, and renewable fuel) that apply to

all gasoline and diesel produced or imported in 2013. Entities potentially affected by this final rule are those involved with the

production, distribution, and sale of transportation fuels, including gasoline and diesel fuel or renewable fuels such as ethanol

and biodiesel.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA 211(o)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Statutory Deadline 11/30/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/07/2013 78 FR 9282 

Final Rule 08/15/2013 78 FR 49793 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0546

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2012-0546-0022

Agency Contact: David Korotney Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

N27, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4507

E-Mail: korotney.david@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6401A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1123

E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR61

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Title: Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program: Final Amendments and Confidentiality Determinations for Electronics Manufacturing

Abstract: EPA has amended the calculation and monitoring methodologies for electronics manufacturers covered by the

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule. These changes included revising certain calculation methods and adding a new method,

amending data reporting requirements, and clarifying terms and definitions. In this final rule, EPA also made confidentiality

determinations for new and revised data elements pertaining to electronics manufacturing. Additionally, the rule finalized

amendments to the general provisions of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule to remove entries for data elements that are

being moved from reporting to recordkeeping.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414 and 7542

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM 10/16/2012 77 FR 63538 

Final Rule 11/13/2013 78 FR 68161 

Final Rule Effective 01/01/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0028

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2011-0028-0088

Sectors Affected: 334111; 334419; 334413

Agency Contact: Alexis McKittrick Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6207J, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9153

FAX: 202 343-2359

E-Mail: mckittrick.alexis@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lisa Grogan-McCulloch Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6207J, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9743

E-Mail: grogan-mcculloch.lisa@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR67

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Title: Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of trans 1-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1-ene

[SolsticeTM 1233zd(E)]

Abstract: This action exempts the chemical compound 1-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1-ene, also known as 1233zd(E), from the

definition of volatile organic compounds (VOC). This exemption allows 1233zd(E) to be used in a number of applications

including as a solvent in aerosol and non-aerosol applications, and as a blowing agent for insulating foams and a refrigerant.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7602(s)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/15/2013 78 FR 11119 

Direct Final Rule 02/15/2013 78 FR 11101 

NPRM Comment Period End 04/01/2013 

Direct Final Rule Comment Period End 04/01/2013 

Withdrawal Notice 04/18/2013 78 FR 23149 

Direct Final Rule Effective 05/16/2013 

Final Rule 08/28/2013 78 FR 53029 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0393

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Dave Sanders Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3356

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FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: sanders.dave@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Tom Coda Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3037

E-Mail: coda.tom@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR69

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Title: Petroleum Refinery Sector Amendment for Flares

Abstract: Flares are often used at petroleum refineries as a control device for regulated vent streams, as well as to handle

non-routine emissions (e.g., leaks, purges, emergency releases). Better flare operation practices will ultimately result in

improved combustion efficiencies that have the potential to improve public health by reducing emissions of air toxics and volatile

organic compounds that may pose a health risk to vulnerable populations including the young, elderly and those with respiratory

problems. Thus, this action, which has now been subsumed into RIN 2060-AQ75, will amend the flare operational requirements

in 40 CFR part 63, subparts CC and UUU (a.k.a., Refinery Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) 1 and 2).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: CAA sec 112

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Withdrawn 08/13/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Sectors Affected: 32411

Agency Contact: Brenda Shine Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3608

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: shine.brenda@epamail.epa.gov

Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5396

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR70

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Title: Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Exclusion of 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene

Abstract: This final action will add 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene (also known as HFO-1234yf) to the list of compounds excluded

from the definition of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) on the basis that this compound makes a negligible contribution to

tropospheric ozone formation. The exemption of this compound from control as a VOC will allow industrial users of refrigerants

to use it without the burden of controlling emissions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7602(s)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 10/22/2013 78 FR 62451 

Final Rule Effective 11/21/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0605

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Dave Sanders Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3356

FAX: 919 541-0824

E-Mail: sanders.dave@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Tom Coda Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-3037

E-Mail: coda.tom@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR75

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Title: Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Certain Provisions of New Source Performance Standards

Abstract: This action will involve addressing issues concerning storage vessel applicability and compliance dates raised by

petitioners following the final rule published on August 16, 2012. Storage vessels affected by this action are located primarily at

oil and natural gas upstream operations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Clean Air Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/12/2013 78 FR 22126 

Final Rule 09/23/2013 78 FR 58415 

Final Rule Effective 09/23/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0505

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Bruce Moore Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

E143-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

Research Triangle Park , NC 27711 

Phone: 919 541-5460

FAX: 919 541-0246

E-Mail: moore.bruce@epamail.epa.gov

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Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 919 541-5356

E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR83

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Title: Section 610 Review of Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards and Highway Diesel Fuel Sulfur Control Requirements

Abstract: On January 18, 2001, EPA established new exhaust emission standards for heavy-duty highway engines and

vehicles, and new quality standards for highway diesel fuel (66 FR 5002). Pursuant to section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility

Act, on October 31, 2012, EPA initiated a review of this rule to determine if the provisions as they relate to small entities should

be continued without change, or should be rescinded or amended to minimize adverse economic impacts on small entities (77

FR 65840). EPA has solicited comments on the following factors: (1) The continued need for the rule; (2) the nature of

complaints or comments received from the public concerning the rule; (3) the complexity of the rule; (4) the extent to which the

rule overlaps, duplicates, or conflicts with other Federal, State, or local government rules; and (5) the degree to which

technology, economic conditions, or other factors have changed in the area affected by the rule. The current heavy-duty engine

and fuel standards program provided substantial flexibility for refiners, especially small refiners, and for manufacturers of engines

and vehicles, and does not warrant revision at this time. See EPA's report summarizing the results of this review in the docket

EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0313. This docket can be accessed at www.regulations.gov.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 610

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/18/2001 66 FR 5002 

Begin Review 10/31/2012 77 FR 65840 

End Review 08/30/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0313

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/rfa/section-610.html

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOW-2012-0813-0001

Related RINs: Related to 2060-AI69

Agency Contact: Tad Wysor Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

USEPA, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Ann Arbor , MI 48105 

Phone: 734 214-4332

FAX: 734 214-4816

E-Mail: Wysor.Tad@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR85

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Title: Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Additional Qualifying Renewable Fuel Pathways under Renewable Fuel Standard

Program; Addressing Invasive Species Concerns for Giant Reed and Napier Grass

Abstract: On January 5, 2012, EPA proposed that renewable fuel made from giant reed (Arundo donax) and napier grass

(Pennisetum purpureum) met the greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction requirements for cellulosic biofuel under the requirements of

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the renewable fuels standards (RFS) program. Comments on that proposal focused on the potential for these crops to behave

as invasive species. This final rule will make a final determination those pathways.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(1); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 07/11/2013 78 FR 41703 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No 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.

Agency Contact: Edmund Coe Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, WY 20460

Washington , WY 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8994

E-Mail: coe.edmund@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR87

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Title: Amendment to the Renewable Fuel Standard Definition of Heating Oil

Abstract: EPA published a direct final rule on October 9, 2012 to amend the definition of heating oil in 40 CFR 80.1401 in the

Renewable Fuel Standard (''RFS'') program under section 211(o) of the Clean Air Act. Because EPA received adverse

comments on the heating oil definition, EPA withdrew the direct final. After reviewing and addressing the comments, EPA is

amending the definition of heating oil by expanding the scope of renewable fuels that can qualify for compliance in the RFS

program. This expansion will allow fuel oil that will be used to generate heat to warm buildings or other facilities where people

live, work, recreate, or conduct other activities to qualify under the program. This rule will allow producers or importers of fuel oil

that meets the amended definition of heating oil to generate Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs), provided that other

requirements specified in the regulations are met. Fuel oils used to generate process heat, power, or other functions will not be

approved for RIN generation under the amended definition of heating oil. The amendment will not modify, limit, or change other

fuels qualifying that quality as heating oil under the of heating oil at 40 CFR section 80.2(ccc).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7542; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 10/22/2013 78 FR 62462 

Final Action Effective 12/23/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 2060-AR44; Related to 2060-AR86

Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

6401A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-1123

E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

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Agency Contact: Madison Le Environmental Protection Agency

Air and Radiation

Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 343-9094

E-Mail: le.madison@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ93

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Title: Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals; Chemical Information Reporting under TSCA section 8(a) and Health and Safety Data

Reporting under TSCA section 8(d)

Abstract: In response to a petition filed under section 21 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), EPA plans to initiate

rulemaking proceeding under TSCA sections 8(a) and 8(d) to obtain data on chemical substances and mixtures used in

hydraulic fracturing. Although EPA has granted the petitioners' request to initiate a rulemaking proceeding under TSCA sections

8(a) and 8(d), the Agency is not committing to a specific rulemaking outcome. EPA intends to first develop an Advance Notice

of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) and initiate a stakeholder process to provide input on the design and scope of the TSCA

reporting requirements that would be included in a proposed rule. EPA anticipates that States, industry, public interest groups,

and members of the public will be participants in the process. The stakeholder process will bring stakeholders together to

discuss the information needs and help EPA to ensure any reporting burdens and costs are minimized, ensuring information

already available is considered in order to avoid duplication of efforts. The dialogue will also assist EPA in determining how

information that is claimed Confidential Business Information could be aggregated and disclosed to maximize transparency and

public understanding.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 712; 40 CFR 716 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 08/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-1019

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: Undetermined

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

Agency Contact: Mark Seltzer Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-2910

E-Mail: Seltzer.Mark@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Paul Lewis Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-6738

FAX: 202 564-4755

E-Mail: lewis.paul@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ22

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Title: Pesticides; Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Revisions

Abstract: EPA is developing a proposal under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act to revise the federal

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regulations that direct agricultural worker protection (40 CFR 170). The changes under consideration are intended to improve

agricultural workers' ability to protect themselves from potential exposure to pesticides and pesticide residues and to protect

their families from potential secondary exposures to pesticides and pesticide residues. EPA is also considering adjustments to

improve and clarify current requirements to facilitate compliance; to align the WPS' hazard communication requirements with

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements; and to improve pesticide safety training, with improved

worker safety the intended outcome. This proposal is in response to EPA discussions with key stakeholders beginning in 1996.

Since then, EPA has held numerous public meetings throughout the country during which the public submitted written and verbal

comments on issues and concerns with the existing requirements.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 170 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 7 USC 136w

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: The agricultural workforce may be exposed to pesticides and pesticide residues that have the potential to

pose long- and short-term health risks. In addition, families may potentially be exposed through secondary exposure to pesticide

residues. These direct and indirect exposures have the potential to pose long- and short-term health risks. Implementing the

Worker Protection Standards (WPS) is a key part of EPA's strategy for reducing occupational exposures to agricultural

pesticides. The WPS is designed to protect employees on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses from occupational

exposures to agricultural pesticides; and offers protections to approximately 2.5 million agricultural workers (people involved in

the production of agricultural plants) and pesticide handlers (people who mix, load, or apply pesticides) that work at over

600,000 agricultural establishments. Although EPA has taken a number of steps to ensure effective national implementation of

and compliance with the WPS regulation, the need to consider potential changes to the WPS arose from EPA discussions with

key stakeholders beginning in 1996. Since that time, EPA has held several public meetings throughout the country during which

written and verbal comments identified issues and concerns with the existing requirements.

Legal Basis: EPA establishes standards for protecting agricultural workers from potential exposure to pesticides and pesticide

residues under the authority of sections 2 through 35 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), 7

USC 136-136y, and particularly section 25(a), 7 USC 136w(a).

Alternatives: In implementing the existing WPS, EPA has addressed identified deficiencies in the existing regulation through

non-regulatory means whenever possible. For example, the Agency has developed improved training materials that are sectorspecific and in multiple languages; improved capacity for outreach; a train-the-trainer program; health care practitioner (HCP)

curricula to train HCPs on pesticide exposure identification and treatment; and a bilingual manual for HCPs to use in identifying

pesticide poisonings. The Agency also provides financial support for pesticide safety training. Changes under consideration for

the WPS regulation are necessary improvements but will not replace these non-regulatory measures. In fact, EPA intends to

consider continued support for and potential additions to these and other potential non-regulatory measures that may contribute

to improving protections and compliance.

Costs and Benefits: EPA is currently evaluating the incremental costs and benefits of the changes under consideration and

will present the EPA estimates in the proposed rule. In general, EPA anticipates that the potential incremental benefits will likely

accrue to workers and handlers through improved health outcomes, and that the potential incremental costs will involve revised

requirements for agricultural employers.

Risks: Agricultural workers and pesticide handlers are at risk from pesticide exposure through their work activities, and may

put their families at risk of secondary exposures. These exposures can pose significant long- and short-term health risks that

are difficult to quantify in terms of a specific level of risk because workers and handlers are potentially exposed to a wide range

of pesticides with varying toxicities and risks.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPP-2005-0561. http://epa.gov/sbrefa/worker-protection-standards.html

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/health/worker.htm

Sectors Affected: 111; 541690; 32532; 541712; 8133; 115

Agency Contact: Kathy Davis Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7506P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-7002 

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FAX: 703 308-2962

E-Mail: davis.kathy@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jeanne Kasai Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

PYS1162, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-3240

FAX: 703 308-3259

E-Mail: kasai.jeanne@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ28

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Title: Pesticides; Expansion of Crop Grouping Program

Abstract: In phases, EPA is revising the current pesticide crop grouping regulations to create new crop groupings, add new

subgroups, and expand existing crop groups by adding new commodities. The current crop groupings allow EPA to establish

pesticide tolerances for multiple related crops based upon data for a representative set of crops. EPA expects these revisions to

promote greater use of crop grouping for tolerance-setting purposes and to facilitate the availability of pesticides for minor crop

uses. EPA is currently developing a proposed rule--the fourth in the series.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 180.41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 21 USC 346(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/23/2007 72 FR 28920 

Final Rule 12/07/2007 72 FR 69150 

Second NPRM 01/06/2010 75 FR 807 

Second Final Rule 12/08/2010 75 FR 76285 

Third NPRM 11/09/2011 76 FR 69693 

Third Final Rule 08/22/2012 77 FR 50617 

Fourth NPRM 03/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPP-2006-0766

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

URL: http://cfpub1.epa.gov/oppref/food_feed/index.cfm

Sectors Affected: 325320

Agency Contact: Laura Nollen Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7505P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 305-7390

FAX: 703 305-5884

E-Mail: nollen.laura@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Barbara Madden Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7505P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 305-6463

FAX: 703 305-5884

E-Mail: madden.barbara@epa.gov

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ54

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Title: Nanoscale Materials; Chemical Substances When Manufactured, Imported, or Processed as Nanoscale Materials;

Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements; Significant New Use Rule

Abstract: EPA is developing a proposal to establish reporting and recordkeeping requirements under the Toxic Substances

Control Act (TSCA) for chemical substances when manufactured (defined by statute to include import) or processed as

nanoscale materials. Specifically, EPA is developing a significant new use rule (SNUR) under TSCA section 5(a)(2) that would

require persons who intend to manufacture, import, or process this/these chemical substance(s) for an activity that is designated

as a significant new use by the proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. The required

notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that

activity before it occurs to prevent unreasonable risk to human health or the environment. In addition, EPA is developing a

proposal to require reporting and recordkeeping under TSCA section 8(a), which would require that persons who manufacture

these nanoscale materials notify EPA of certain information including production volume, methods of manufacture and

processing, exposure and release information, and available health and safety data. The proposed reporting of these activities

will provide EPA with an opportunity to evaluate the information and consider appropriate action under TSCA to reduce any risk

to human health or the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 704 and 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604(a); TSCA 5(a); 15 USC 2607(a); TSCA 8(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-0572. Merged with RIN 2070-AJ67 because the rulemakings were

combined into a single proposal.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/nano/

Sectors Affected: 325; 324

Agency Contact: Jim Alwood Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8974

FAX: 202 564-9490

E-Mail: Alwood.Jim@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8469

FAX: 202 564-9094

E-Mail: Schweer.Greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ61

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Title: Pesticides; Clarifying Changes to Labeling

Abstract: EPA is considering a proposal to make minor revisions to 40 CFR part 156, Labeling Requirements for Pesticides

and Devices. The purpose of this effort is to update the structure of the regulation and make several clarifying changes. In

addition to these planned minor revisions, EPA will solicit suggestions from stakeholders on what the Agency might consider for

future changes to the labeling regulations.

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

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 156 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 7 USC 136 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5393

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/regulating/labels/productlabels.htm

Sectors Affected: 325320

Agency Contact: Rame Cromwell Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7506P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 308-9068

FAX: 703 305-5884

E-Mail: Cromwell.Rame@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Rose Kyprianou Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7506P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 305-5354

FAX: 703 305-5884

E-Mail: kyprianou.rose@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ87

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Title: CBI: PMN Amendments Claiming Chemical and Microorganism Identity as Confidential in Data from Health and Safety

Studies Submitted Under TSCA Prior to the Commencement of Manufacture

Abstract: EPA has decided to discontinue work on this action at this time.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 720.90; 40 CFR 725.92; 40 CFR 725.94 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2613

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/transparency.html

Sectors Affected: 325

Agency Contact: Ryan Wallace Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7408M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

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Phone: 202 564-8824 

E-Mail: Wallace.Ryan@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Scott Sherlock Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7408M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8257

FAX: 202 564-8251

E-Mail: Sherlock.Scott@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ90

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Title: CBI; Reassertion and Resubstantiation of Confidentiality Claims Submitted Under TSCA

Abstract: EPA is planning to establish regulations relating to claims for confidential business information (CBI) submitted under

the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) that would require the periodic reassertion and resubstantiation of such claims.

Confidentiality claims which are not reasserted and resubstantiated would expire. EPA expects this action would increase

transparency and availability of public health and environmental effects information on chemicals in commerce.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2.306 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2613

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/transparency.html

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-OPPT-2010-0446-0001

Sectors Affected: 325

Agency Contact: Aakruti Shah Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7408M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8183

E-Mail: Shah.Aakruti@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Ryan Wallace Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7408M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8824

E-Mail: Wallace.Ryan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ91

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Title: Significant New Use Rule for Toluene Diisocyanates (TDI) and Related Compounds

Abstract: EPA intends to propose a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act

(TSCA) for 2,4-toluene diisocyanate, 2,6-toluene diisocyanate, toluene diisocyanate unspecified isomers (these three chemical

substances are hereafter referred to as toluene diisocyanates or TDI) and related compounds (toluene diisocyanate trimer, poly

(toluene diisocyanate), toluene diisocyanate dimer, and toluene diisocyanate cyclic trimer). Diisocyanates are well known dermal

and inhalation sensitizers in the workplace and have been documented to cause asthma, lung damage, and in severe cases,

fatal reactions. Worker exposures are already subject to protective controls in occupational settings, but EPA is concerned about

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potential health effects that may result from exposures to the consumer or self-employed worker while using products containing

uncured TDI and its related polyisocyanates (e.g., spray-applied sealants and coatings) or incidental exposures to the general

population while such products are used in or around buildings including homes or schools. The SNUR would require persons

who intend to manufacture (including import) or process these chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a

significant new use by the proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. EPA also intends to

propose to make the general SNUR article exemption for persons who import or process these chemical substances as part of

an article inapplicable. The required notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if

necessary, to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604(a) "TSCA 5(a)"

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals

Sectors Affected: 326199; 325; 3255; 32411; 326150

Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-7716

FAX: 202 564-4775

E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Leslie Cronkhite Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

4606, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3878

E-Mail: cronkhite.leslie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ94

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Title: Significant New Use Rules; Amendment of Hazard Communication Program and Worker Protection Requirements

Abstract: EPA issued regulations in 1990 for the "Protection in the Workplace" (40 CFR 721.63) and "Hazard Communication

Program" (40 CFR 721.72) components of the Significant New Uses of Chemical Substances regulations at 40 CFR 721. Where

possible, these regulations are closely aligned with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations at 29

CFR 1910.1200. OSHA issued a final rule on March 26, 2012 that aligns OSHA's Hazard Communication Standards with the

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). EPA is considering proposing changes to the

applicable Significant New Uses of Chemical Substances regulations at 40 CFR 721 to align the EPA regulations, where

possible, with the final revisions to the OSHA Hazard Communications Standards.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

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: http://www.epa.gov/opptintr/newchems/

Agency Contact: Jim Alwood Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8974

FAX: 202 564-9490

E-Mail: Alwood.Jim@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8469

FAX: 202 564-9094

E-Mail: Schweer.Greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ96

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Title: Certain Nonylphenols and Nonylphenol Ethoxylates; Significant New Use Rule

Abstract: EPA intends to propose a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act

(TSCA) for related chemicals known commonly as nonylphenols (NPs) and nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs). The SNUR would

require persons who intend to manufacture, import, or process certain NP and NPE chemicals for an activity that is designated

as a significant new use by the proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. The required

notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that

activity before it occurs to prevent unreasonable risk to human health or the environment. The NP and NPE chemicals that

would be subject to this SNUR are toxic to aquatic organisms, and can be used in a variety of industrial and consumer

applications that lead to releases to the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604(a); TSCA 5(a)

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: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/npnpe.html

Sectors Affected: 325; 324110

Agency Contact: John Schaeffer Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8173

FAX: 202 564-4765

E-Mail: Schaeffer.John@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Jeffrey Taylor Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20004

Washington , DC 20004 

Phone: 202 564-8828

FAX: 202 564-4775

E-Mail: taylor.jeffrey@epa.gov

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ97

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Title: MDI and TDI; Health and Safety Data Reporting under TSCA 8(d)

Abstract: EPA is considering the development of a proposed rule under section 8(d) of the Toxic Substances Control Act that

would require chemical manufacturers (including importers) to submit unpublished health and safety data on diisocyanates.

Diisocyanates are well known dermal and inhalation sensitizers in the workplace and have been documented to cause asthma,

lung damage, and in severe cases, fatal reactions. EPA is concerned about potential health effects that may result from

exposures to the consumer or self-employed worker while using products containing diisocyanates (e.g., spray-applied foam

sealants, adhesives, and coatings) or incidental exposures to the general population while such products are used in or around

buildings including homes or schools. These chemicals have been identified by the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics

and recommended for testing consideration by the Interagency Testing Committee. There is an established regulation and

process for imposing this type of one-time reporting requirement.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 716 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2607(d); TSCA 8(d)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Final Rule 01/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-7716

FAX: 202 564-4775

E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Leslie Cronkhite Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

4606, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3878

E-Mail: cronkhite.leslie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ99

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Title: Long-Chain Perfluoroalkyl Carboxylate and Perfluoroalkyl Sulfonate Chemical Substances; Significant New Use Rule

Abstract: EPA intends to propose a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act

(TSCA) for long-chain perfluoroalkyl carboxylate (LCPFAC) chemical substances, and for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) or its

salts. EPA also intends to propose to make the article exemption inapplicable to the import of certain identified chemical

substances. In addition, EPA is also intends to propose an amendment to a SNUR for perfluoroalkyl sulfonate (PFAS) chemical

substances that would make the article exemption inapplicable to the import of PFAS chemical substances as part of carpets.

The SNUR would require persons who intend to manufacture, import, or process these chemicals for an activity that is

designated as a significant new use by the proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. The

required notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit

that activity before it occurs to prevent unreasonable risk to human health or the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 720 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/pfcs.html

Agency Contact: Toni Krasnic Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-0984

E-Mail: Krasnic.Toni@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Nicholas Nairn-Birch Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3668

E-Mail: nairn-birch.nicholas@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK00

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Title: Pesticides; Technical Amendments to Data Requirements

Abstract: Since updating its data requirements for the registration of conventional, microbial, and biochemical pesticides in

October 2007, and for antimicrobial pesticides in May 2013, EPA has identified the need to make some technical revisions to

make corrections or necessary editorial changes to the test notes. This rulemaking is intended to improve clarity and reduce the

frequency of inquiries or confusion related to a few technical aspects of the regulations. In particular, EPA is considering several

editorial and technical changes, including, for example: (1) the correction of scientific units used in the test notes; (2) clarification

of information on appropriate test species cited in the test notes; and (3) correction of incomplete test notes. EPA does not

intend for this rulemaking to include any changes that would increase the burden because the changes being considered do not

involve requiring new data, or changing the frequency with which the existing data are required.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 158 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 7 USC 136 to 136(y)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/opp00001/regulating/data_requirements.htm

Sectors Affected: 32532

Agency Contact: Lily Negash Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7506P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 347-8515

E-Mail: negash.lily@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Martha Shimkin Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

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7506P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 305-5160

E-Mail: Shimkin.martha@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ08

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Title: Certain Polybrominated Diphenylethers; Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) and Test Rule

Abstract: On April 2, 2012, EPA proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances

Control Act (TSCA), as well as a test rule under section 4 of TSCA, for certain polybrominated diphenylethers (PBDEs). Under a

SNUR, persons who intend to engage in any significant new use would be required to notify EPA at least 90 days before

commencing that new use. The required notification would enable EPA to evaluate the significant new use of these chemical

substances and, if necessary, appropriately address risks to human health or the environment by limiting or prohibiting those

uses before they occur. EPA proposed to designate processing for any use as a significant new use of tetraBDE, pentaBDE,

hexaBDE, heptaBDE, octaBDE, and nonaBDE. EPA also proposed that manufacturing, importing, or processing of these 6

PBDEs for any use as part of an article be designated as a significant new use. In addition, EPA proposed to designate

manufacturing, importing and processing (including as part of an article), of a seventh PBDE, decabromodiphenyl ether

(decaBDE) for any use, as a significant new use. Finally, EPA proposed to require that anyone who manufactures, imports, or

processes c-pentaBDE, c-octaBDE, or c-decaBDE after December 31, 2013, conduct testing to obtain and subsequently submit

to EPA specific data on health effects, environmental effects, and chemical fate. PBDEs are a family of chemicals with a

common structure of a brominated diphenyl ether molecule which may have anywhere from one to ten bromine atoms attached.

PBDEs have been widely used as flame retardants in a number of applications: c-pentaBDE was used primarily as an additive

flame retardant in flexible polyurethane foams; c-octaBDE was used in a crylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) plastic which was

used as casing for certain electric and electronic devices used in both offices and homes. Domestic manufacture of c-pentaBDE

and c-octaBDE ceased in 2004 when the Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (now Chemtura Corporation) voluntarily phased

out their production. In December of 2009, the two U.S. producers of decaBDE, Albemarle Corporation and Chemtura

Corporation, and the largest U.S. importer, ICL Industrial Products, Inc., announced commitments to phase out manufacture and

importation of decaBDE for most uses in the United States by December 31, 2012, and to end manufacture and import for all

uses by the end of 2013.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721; 40 CFR 790 to 799 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/25/1991 56 FR 29140 

Second NPRM 04/02/2012 77 FR 19862 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/24/2012 77 FR 30972 

Final Rule 04/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-1039.

http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/pbde.html

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/oppt/chemtest

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2010-1039-0001

Sectors Affected: 325520; 325188; 325199; 325998; 335999; 339999; 314999; 326199; 326299; 334310; 336111; 337920;

313210; 322221; 322222; 334112; 334113; 331421; 331422; 335931; 314121; 325991; 335211; 334111; 313320; 562211;

336120; 335221; 335224; 335222; 335212; 326130; 336112; 337910; 327993; 313230; 337214; 331319; 335929; 334119;

335228; 322121; 325211; 334220; 326220; 325212; 313312; 337121; 326150

Agency Contact: Catherine Roman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8172

FAX: 202 564-4765

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E-Mail: Roman.Catherine@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Kirsten Hesla Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

4410-E, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-2984

FAX: 202 564-4775

E-Mail: hesla.kirsten@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ44

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Title: Formaldehyde; Third-Party Certification Framework for the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products

Abstract: On July 7, 2010, the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act was enacted as Title VI of Toxic

Substances Control Act (TSCA), 15 U.S.C. 2697, to establish specific formaldehyde emission limits for hardwood plywood,

particleboard, and medium-density fiberboard, which are identical to the California emission limits for these products. On June

10, 2013, EPA issued a proposed rule under TSCA Title VI to establish a framework for a TSCA Title VI Third-Party

Certification Program whereby third-party certifiers (TPCs) are accredited by accreditation bodies (ABs) so that they may certify

composite wood product panel producers under TSCA Title VI. The proposed rule identifies the roles and responsibilities of the

groups involved in the TPC process (EPA, ABs, and TPCs), as well as the criteria for participation in the program. This proposal

contains general requirements for TPCs, such as conducting and verifying formaldehyde emission tests, inspecting and auditing

panel producers, and ensuring that panel producers' quality assurance and quality control procedures comply with the

regulations set forth in the proposed rule. A separate Regulatory Agenda entry (RIN 2070-AJ92) covers the other proposed

regulation to implement the statutory formaldehyde emission standards for hardwood plywood, medium-density fiberboard, and

particleboard sold, supplied, offered for sale, or manufactured (including imported) in the United States.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 770 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2697; TSCA section 601

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Deadline for promulgation of regulations, per 15 USC 2697(d). 01/01/2013 

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Formaldehyde is a colorless, flammable gas at room temperature that has a strong odor. It is found in

resins used in the manufacture of composite wood products (i.e., hardwood plywood, particleboard and medium-density

fiberboard). It is also found in household products such as glues, permanent press fabrics, carpets, antiseptics, medicines,

cosmetics, dishwashing liquids, fabric softeners, shoe care agents, lacquers, plastics and paper product coatings. It is a byproduct of combustion and certain other natural processes. Examples of sources of formaldehyde gas inside homes include

cigarette smoke, unvented, fuel-burning appliances (gas stoves, kerosene space heaters), and composite wood products made

using formaldehyde-based resins.

Legal Basis: The Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act, which created Title VI of the Toxic Substances

Control Act (TSCA), established formaldehyde emission standards for composite wood products (hardwood plywood, mediumdensity fiberboard (MDF), and particleboard) sold, supplied, offered for sale or manufactured in the United States. Under TSCA

Title VI, manufacturers of composite wood products must comply with specific formaldehyde emission standards, and their

compliance must be verified by a third-party certifier (TPC). TSCA Title VI requires EPA to promulgate implementing regulations

by January 1, 2013.

Alternatives: TSCA Title VI establishes national formaldehyde emission limits for hardwood plywood, particleboard, and

medium-density fiberboard and EPA has not been given the authority to change the limits. However, EPA will evaluate various

implementation alternatives during the course of this rulemaking.

Costs and Benefits: EPA prepared an analysis of the potential impacts associated with the proposed rulemaking. This

analysis is summarized in greater detail in Unit VI.A. of the preamble for the proposed rule, and is briefly summarized here.

Costs: EPA estimates the annualized costs of this proposed rule to be approximately $34,000 per year using either a 3%

discount rate or a 7% discount rate. Small Entity Impacts: This rule would impact an estimated 9 small entities, of which 8 are

expected to have impacts of less than 1% of revenues or expenses, and 1 is expected to have impacts between 1% and 3%.

Effects on State, Local, and Tribal Governments: Government entities are not expected to be subject to the rule's requirements,

which apply to third-party certifiers and accreditation bodies. The rule does not have a significant intergovernmental mandate,

significant or unique effect on small governments, or have Federalism implications.

Risks: Formaldehyde is both an irritant and a known human carcinogen. Depending on concentration, formaldehyde can

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cause eye, nose, and throat irritation, even when exposure is of relatively short duration. In the indoor environment, sensory

reactions and various symptoms as a result of mucous membrane irritation are some potential effects from exposure. There is

also evidence that formaldehyde may be associated with changes in pulmonary function and respiratory related effects. In

addition, formaldehyde is a by-product of human metabolism; therefore, endogenous levels are present in the body.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 12/03/2008 73 FR 73620 

Second ANPRM 01/30/2009 74 FR 5632 

NPRM 06/10/2013 78 FR 34795 

NPRM Comment Period End With Extension 09/25/2013 78 FR 44090 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: ANPRM stage: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2008-0627; NPRM stage: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-0380.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/opptintr/chemtest/formaldehyde/index.html

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-OPPT-2011-0380-0001

Sectors Affected: 541611; 541990; 561990; 813910; 541330; 813920; 321219; 541380; 3212

Agency Contact: Robert Courtnage Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1081

E-Mail: courtnage.robert@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Sara Kemme Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0511

FAX: 202 566-0473

E-Mail: kemme.sara@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ52

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Title: Significant New Use Rule for Glymes

Abstract: On July 12, 2011, EPA is proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances

Control Act (TSCA) for certain ethylene glycol ethers (also known as glymes). This rule would require persons who intend to

manufacture (including import) or process certain ethylene glycol ethers for an activity that is designated as a significant new

use by this rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing any significant new use. The required notifications would

provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/12/2011 76 FR 40860 

Final Rule 04/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2009-0767

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: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2009-0767-0001

Sectors Affected: 325520; 325199; 336340; 325510; 335912; 325910

Agency Contact: Kirsten Hesla Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

4410-E, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-2984

FAX: 202 564-4775

E-Mail: hesla.kirsten@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Leslie Cronkhite Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

4606, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3878

E-Mail: cronkhite.leslie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ58

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Title: Pesticides; Satisfaction of Data Requirements; Minor Revisions to the Procedures to Ensure Protection of Data

Submitters' Rights

Abstract: In January 2011, EPA proposed revisions to its regulations governing procedures for the satisfaction of data

requirements under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, which are codified in 40 CFR part 152, subpart E.

These provisions include, among other things, procedures for the protection of exclusive use and data compensation rights of

data submitters. EPA proposed to update the regulations to accommodate statutory changes and changes in practice that have

occurred since 1984; to make minor changes to clarify the regulations; and to make changes that would simplify the procedures

and reduce burdens for certain data submitters. The proposal did not otherwise propose to make substantive changes to the

requirements.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 152(e) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 7 USC 136(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/05/2010 75 FR 68297 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/04/2011 76 FR 302 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPP-2009-0456

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/registrationkit/

Sectors Affected: 325320

Agency Contact: Scott Drewes Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7506P, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 703 347-0107

E-Mail: drewes.scott@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Mark Dyner Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

2333, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

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Phone: 202 564-1754 

E-Mail: dyner.mark@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ65

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Title: Microorganisms: General Exemptions from Reporting Requirements; Revisions of Recipient Organisms Eligible for Tier I

and Tier II Exemptions

Abstract: In 1997, EPA promulgated a final rule under section 5 of Toxic Substances and Control Act (TSCA) to establish the

notification procedures for review of certain new microorganisms before they are introduced into commerce. ‘‘New

microorganisms are those formed by deliberate combinations of genetic material from organisms classified in different taxonomic

genera. This review process is designed to prevent unreasonable risk of injury to human health and the environment without

imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens on the biotechnology industry. The rule also established TSCA section 5(h)(4)

exemptions from full reporting when 10 specific microorganisms are used as the recipient microorganisms for the introduced

genetic material and placed requirements on these recipient microorganism, the introduced genetic material, and the physical

containment (40 CFR 725, Subpart G). The rule established a mechanism (40 CFR 725.67) for the public to petition the Agency

to propose additional recipient microorganisms for such exemptions. Those regulations also describe the appropriate supporting

information that must be submitted with the petition to provide EPA with a starting point for determining whether the recipient

should be listed as a candidate for the tiered exemption. EPA received petitions to add Trichoderma reesei and Bacillus

amyloliquefaciens to the list of microorganisms that may be used as recipient microorganisms in order to qualify for the

exemption from full notification and reporting procedures under the TSCA for new microorganisms that are being manufactured

(defined by statute to include import) for introduction into commerce. Based on EPA's evaluation of these petitions, EPA has

made a preliminary determination that certain strains of both microorganisms will not present an unreasonable risk of injury to

health or the environment when used as a recipient microorganism provided that certain criteria for the introduced genetic

material and the physical containment conditions are met. Therefore, EPA proposed to add two additional microorganisms to the

list of recipient microorganisms that are eligible for exemptions from full reporting for the manufacture (including import) of new

microorganisms.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 725 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/05/2012 77 FR 54499 

Final Rule 02/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-0740

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/biotech/index.htm

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2011-0740-0001

Sectors Affected: 325

Agency Contact: Brian Lee Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-6293

E-Mail: lee.brian@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8469

FAX: 202 564-9094

E-Mail: Schweer.Greg@epa.gov

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ73

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Title: Significant New use Rule (SNUR); Benzidine-based Dyes; Di-n-pentyl phthalate (DnPP); and Alkanes, C12-13, Chloro

Abstract: On March 28, 2012, EPA proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances

Control Act (TSCA) for 9 benzidine-based chemical substances (dyes), di-n-pentyl-pthalate (DnPP) and alkanes, C12-13, chloro

(CASRN 71011-12-6). Under a SNUR, persons who intend to engage in any significant new use would be required to notify

EPA at least 90 days before commencing that new use. The required notification would enable EPA to evaluate the significant

new use uses of these chemical substances and, if necessary, appropriately address risks to human health or the environment

by limiting or prohibiting those uses before they occur. EPA proposed to add nine chemicals (dyes) to the benzidine-based

chemical substances (dyes) Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) at 40 CFR section 721.1660. The amendment would make the

exemption for persons that process or import these chemical substances as part of articles inapplicable for chemicals previously

listed in 40 CFR section 721.1660(a)(2) as well as for the nine benzidine-based dyes identified in the proposed SNUR. EPA also

proposed to designate any use of DnPP, except as a chemical standard for laboratory use, as a significant new use. In addition,

EPA proposed to designate any use of alkanes, C12-13, chloro (CASRN 71011-12-6) a significant new use.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/28/2012 77 FR 18752 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-0573. This action has been merged with 2070-AJ78 and 2070-AJ81.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/newchems/pubs/snun.htm

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2010-0573-0001

Sectors Affected: 325998; 4243; 325; 316; 322; 324191; 324; 325211; 313

Agency Contact: Sara Kemme Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0511

FAX: 202 566-0473

E-Mail: kemme.sara@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lynn Vendinello Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0514

E-Mail: vendinello.lynn@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ75

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Title: Electronic Reporting under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

Abstract: EPA proposed to require electronic reporting of certain information that must be submitted under the Toxic

Substance Control Act (TSCA). Under this proposal, EPA would require that test data developed under a TSCA section 4 test

rule or an enforceable consent agreements, TSCA section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rule (PAIR) information,

and TSCA section 8(d) health and safety data be submitted electronically. In addition, EPA also proposed amendments to TSCA

section 5 reporting regulations at 40 CFR 720, 40 CFR 723, and 40 CFR 725 to require electronic reporting for Notices of

Commencement of Manufacture of Import (NOCs) and support documents (e.g. correspondence, amendments, test data)

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relating to TSCA section 5 notices submitted to EPA prior to April 6, 2010, the effective date of the electronic-PMN final rule.

This action is intended to streamline the reporting process, reduce the administrative costs associated with submission and

recordkeeping required for the rules, and establish standards for using EPA's Central Data Exchange (CDX), which provides a

single portal to enable electronic submission of forms, reports, and other documents to the Agency.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790 to 799; 40 CFR 712; 40 CFR 716; 40 CFR 720; 40 CFR 725 (To search for a specific CFR, visit

the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/17/2012 77 FR 22707 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-0519. http://www.epa.gov/oppt/chemtest/ereporting/index.html

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/chemtest/index.html

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2011-0519-0001

Sectors Affected: 325; 324110

Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-7716

FAX: 202 564-4775

E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Leslie Cronkhite Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

4606, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3878

E-Mail: cronkhite.leslie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ88

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Title: Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); HBCD (Hexabromocyclododecane) Used in Textiles

Abstract: On March 23, 2012, EPA proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances

Control Act (TSCA) for hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) and 1,2,5,6,9,10- hexabromocyclododecane (collectively referred to

as HBCD). Under a SNUR, persons who intend to engage in any significant new use would be required to notify EPA at least

90 days before commencing that new use. The required notification would enable EPA to evaluate the significant new use uses

of these chemical substances and, if necessary, appropriately address risks to human health or the environment by limiting or

prohibiting those uses before they occur. EPA proposed to designate as a significant new use any use of HBCD in consumer

textiles other than for use in motor vehicles (which is ongoing) as a significant new use. EPA also proposed to make the

exemption for persons that process or import these chemical substances as part of articles inapplicable for persons who would

import or process HBCD in consumer textiles other than for use in motor vehicles. HBCD is a brominated flame retardant used

in polystyrene foam for thermal insulation boards, in electrical and electronic applications, and textiles. The chemical is found

world-wide in the environment and wildlife. HBCD is transported long distances in the environment, it bioaccumulates and

biomagnifies in the food chain, and is highly toxic to aquatic organisms. Human exposure is evidenced from its presence in

breast milk, adipose tissue, and blood. Animal test results indicate that HBCD causes potential reproductive, developmental and

neurological effects. EPA has evidence to suggest that the use of HBCD in textiles may be limited to specialty commercial

applications.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq; 15 USC 2604

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/26/2012 77 FR 17386 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-0489

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2011-0489-0001

Sectors Affected: 314999; 337920; 325; 314121; 423210; 423220; 337125; 337910; 314129; 238320; 811420; 313312

Agency Contact: Sue Slotnick Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-1973

E-Mail: slotnick.sue@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lynn Vendinello Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0514

E-Mail: vendinello.lynn@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ92

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Title: Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products

Abstract: On July 7, 2010, the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act was enacted as Title VI of Toxic

Substances Control Act (TSCA), 15 U.S.C. 2697, and requires that EPA promulgate implementing regulations to establish

specific formaldehyde emission limits for hardwood plywood, particleboard, and medium-density fiberboard, which limits are

identical to the California emission limits for these products. On June 10, 2013, EPA proposed regulations to implement

emissions standards established by TSCA Title VI for composite wood products sold, supplied, offered for sale, or manufactured

in the United States. Pursuant to TSCA section 3(7), the definition of "manufacture" includes import. As required by Title VI,

these regulations apply to hardwood plywood, medium-density fiberboard, and particleboard. TSCA Title VI also directs EPA to

promulgate supplementary provisions to ensure compliance with the emissions standards, including provisions related to

labeling; chain of custody requirements; sell-through provisions; ULEF resins; no-added formaldehyde-based resins; finished

goods; third-party testing and certification; auditing and reporting of third-party certifiers; recordkeeping; enforcement; laminated

products; and exceptions from the requirements of regulations promulgated pursuant to this subsection for products and

components containing de minimis amounts of composite wood products. A separate Regulatory Agenda entry (RIN 2070-AJ44)

addresses requirements for accrediting bodies and third-party certifiers.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 770 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2697; TSCA section 601

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Statutory Deadline 01/01/2013 

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Formaldehyde is a colorless, flammable gas at room temperature that has a strong odor. It is found in

resins used in the manufacture of composite wood products (i.e., hardwood plywood, particleboard and medium-density

fiberboard). It is also found in household products such as glues, permanent press fabrics, carpets, antiseptics, medicines,

cosmetics, dishwashing liquids, fabric softeners, shoe care agents, lacquers, plastics and paper product coatings. It is a by150

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product of combustion and certain other natural processes. Examples of sources of formaldehyde gas inside homes include

cigarette smoke, unvented, fuel-burning appliances (gas stoves, kerosene space heaters), and composite wood products made

using formaldehyde-based resins.

Legal Basis: The Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act, which created Title VI of the Toxic Substances

Control Act (TSCA), established formaldehyde emission standards for composite wood products (hardwood plywood, mediumdensity fiberboard (MDF), and particleboard) sold, supplied, offered for sale or manufactured in the United States. Under TSCA

Title VI, manufacturers of composite wood products must comply with specific formaldehyde emission standards, and their

compliance must be verified by a third-party certifier (TPC). In addition, Congress directed EPA to consider a number of

elements for inclusion in implementing the regulations. These elements include: labeling, chain of custody requirements, sellthrough provisions, ultra low-emitting formaldehyde resins, no added formaldehyde-based resins, finished goods, third-party

testing and certification, auditing and reporting of TPCs, recordkeeping, enforcement, laminated products, and exceptions from

the requirements of regulations promulgated for products and components containing de minimis amounts of composite wood

products. TSCA Title VI requires EPA to promulgate implementing regulations by January 1, 2013.

Alternatives: TSCA Title VI establishes national formaldehyde emission limits for hardwood plywood, particleboard, and

medium-density fiberboard and EPA has not been given the authority to change the limits. However, the notice of proposed

rulemaking addresses the alternatives considered by EPA for the implementation of the statutory emission limits for various

provisions of the rule. Most of these alternatives would have applied to both small and large entities but, given the number of

small entities in the affected industries, some of these alternatives could affect many small entities. EPA made a concerted

effort to keep the costs and burdens associated with this rule as low as possible while still ensuring compliance with the TSCA

Title VI emissions standards. In developing the proposed rule, EPA considered the statutory requirements and the benefits from

protection of human health and the environment, as well as the compliance costs imposed by the rule, both in general and on

small entities. EPA took a number of steps to reduce the economic impacts of the rule where doing so was consistent with the

statutory mandate.

Costs and Benefits: EPA prepared an analysis of the potential impacts associated with the proposed rulemaking. This

analysis is summarized in greater detail in Unit V.A. of the preamble for the proposed rule, and is briefly summarized here.

Benefits: This proposed rule will reduce exposures to formaldehyde, resulting in benefits from avoided adverse health effects.

For the subset of health effects where the results were quantified, the estimated annualized benefits (due to avoided incidence

of eye irritation and nasopharyngeal cancer) are $20 million to $48 million per year using a 3% discount rate, and $9 million to

$23 million per year using a 7% discount rate. There are additional unquantified benefits due to other avoided health effects.

Costs: The monetized costs of this proposed rule are estimated at $72 million to $81 million per year using a 3% discount rate,

and $80 million to $89 million per year using a 7% discount rate. Small Entity Impacts: This proposed rule is estimated to

impact nearly 879,000 small businesses: Over 851,000 have costs impacts less than 1% of revenues, over 23,000 firms have

impacts between 1% and 3%, and over 4,000 firms have impacts greater than 3% of revenues. Most firms with impacts over 1%

have annualized costs of less than $250 per year. Effects on State, Local, and Tribal Governments: Government entities are not

expected to be subject to the proposed requirements, which apply to entities that manufacture, fabricate, distribute, or sell

composite wood products. The proposed rule does not have a significant intergovernmental mandate, significant or unique effect

on small governments, or have Federalism implications. Environmental Justice and Protection of Children: This proposed rule is

expected to increase the level of environmental protection for all affected populations without having any disproportionately high

and adverse human health or environmental effects on any population, including any minority or low-income population or

children.

Risks: Formaldehyde is both an irritant and a known human carcinogen. Depending on concentration, formaldehyde can

cause eye, nose, and throat irritation, even when exposure is of relatively short duration. In the indoor environment, sensory

reactions and various symptoms as a result of mucous membrane irritation are some potential effects from exposure. There is

also evidence that formaldehyde may be associated with changes in pulmonary function and respiratory related effects. In

addition, formaldehyde is a by-product of human metabolism; therefore, endogenous levels are present in the body.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/10/2013 78 FR 34820 

NPRM Comment Period End With Extension 10/09/2013 78 FR 44089 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2012-0018. Split from RIN 2070-AJ44.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/opptintr/chemtest/formaldehyde/index.html

Public Comment

URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-OPPT-2012-0018-0001

Sectors Affected: 325199; 423110; 337212; 321213; 423210; 442110; 444130; 321211; 444110; 337127; 423310; 453930;

321991; 336213; 337122; 444190; 423390; 325211; 321992; 321219; 441210; 337215; 321212; 336214; 337121; 337110;

337211; 337129

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Agency Contact: Cindy Wheeler Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0484

E-Mail: wheeler.cindy@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Lynn Vendinello Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0514

E-Mail: vendinello.lynn@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ98

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Title: Electronic Reporting; Revisions to Notification Regulations for TSCA Section 5 Premanufacture and Significant New Use

Notification

Abstract: This direct final rule would amend the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) section 5 Premanufacture, Significant

New Use Notification and biotechnology regulations by mandating the use of an updated version of the e-PMN reporting

software. In January 2010, EPA issued a final rule requiring the use of the e-PMN reporting software for the submission of

Premanufacture Notices (PMNs) and other TSCA section 5 notices and support documents to the Agency using the Internet

through EPA's Central Data Exchange (CDX). This new version of the e-PMN software will operate as a "cloud" software

system rather than as a downloadable software system. This updated version of the software will eliminate certain firewall and

file submission size limitations that exist with the current version of the software. In addition, this rule would require electronic

submission of bonafide intents to manufacture.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 720; 40 CFR 721; 40 CFR 721 (revision); 40 CFR 725 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of

Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/newchems/index.htm

Sectors Affected: 325; 324110

Agency Contact: Geraldine Hilton Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8986

FAX: 202 564-9490

E-Mail: hilton.geraldine@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8469

FAX: 202 564-9094

E-Mail: Schweer.Greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK01

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Title: Response to Request for Exemption of Certain Food-Related Chemical Substances From TSCA Chemical Data Reporting

(CDR) Processing and Use Information Reporting Requirements in 2016

Abstract: EPA received a petition from the Corn Refiners Association Coalition requesting that three food-related chemicals be

exempted from the Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) processing and use reporting requirements in 2016. The chemicals include

the following: 1,3-Propanediol (CASRN 504-63-2); Bentonite (Acid Leached) (CASRN 70131-50-9), and Palm Kernel Oils

(CASRN 8023-79-8). The petitioners asked that these three chemical substances be added to the 40 CFR 711.6(b)(2)(iv) list of

specific chemical substances that are exempt from the reporting requirements of 40 CFR 711.15(b)(4) (i.e., exempt from the

requirement to report industrial processing and use and commercial/consumer use information). The chemical substances

already included on this "partial exemption" list are substances for which EPA has previously determined that there is a low

current interest in the CDR processing and use information. The inclusion of a chemical substance under this partial exemption

is not based on the potential risks of a chemical. This partial exemption is based on the Agency's current assessment of the

need for collecting CDR processing and use information for the specific chemical. In determining whether there is low current

interest in CDR processing and use information related to a specific chemical substance, EPA will look to the specific

circumstances surrounding the chemical in question and may use one or more considerations. EPA is developing its response

to this petition, which may include rulemaking if EPA decides to grant the petition. The considerations used by EPA in reviewing

this petition and an analysis of how those considerations relate to these chemicals will be addressed in EPA's response.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 711.6(b)(2)(iv); 40 CFR 711.15(b)(4) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2607(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 03/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2012-0221

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://epa.gov/oppt/

Sectors Affected: 325; 32411

Agency Contact: Karen Hoffman Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-8158

E-Mail: hoffman.karen@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Ellie Clark Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0498

FAX: 202 566-0469

E-Mail: clark.ellie@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ38

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Title: Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Reassessment of Use Authorizations

Abstract: EPA's regulations governing the use of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) in electrical equipment and other

applications were first issued in the late 1970s and have not been updated since 1998. EPA has initiated rulemaking to reassess

the ongoing authorized uses of PCBs to determine whether certain use authorizations should be ended or phased out because

they can no longer be justified under section 6(e) of the Toxic Substances Control Act, which requires that the authorized use

will not present an unreasonable risk of injury to health and the environment. As the first step in this reassessment, EPA

published an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on April 7, 2010, and took comment through August 20,

2010. EPA reviewed and considered all comments received on the ANPRM in planning the current rulemaking. This action will

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address the following specific areas: (1) the use, distribution in commerce, marking and storage for reuse of liquid PCBs in

electric equipment; (2) improvements to the existing use authorization for natural gas pipelines; and (3) definitional and other

regulatory "fixes". The reassessment of use authorizations related to liquid PCBs in equipment will focus on small capacitors in

fluorescent light ballasts, large capacitors, transformers and other electrical equipment. In addition, revised testing,

characterization, and reporting requirements for PCBs in natural gas pipeline systems to provide more transparency for the

Agency and the public when PCB releases occur will be considered. Consistent with Executive Order 13563, "Improving

Regulation and Regulatory Review", wherever possible and consistent with the overall objectives of this rulemaking, the Agency

will also eliminate or fix regulatory inefficiencies noted by the Agency or in public comments on the ANPRM.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 761 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2605; TSCA 6(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 04/07/2010 75 FR 17645 

Second ANPRM 06/16/2010 75 FR 34076 

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2009-0757

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

Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/tsd/pcbs/index.htm

Sectors Affected: 31-33; 54; 92; 53; 811; 48-49; 22; 562

Agency Contact: Sara Kemme Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0511

FAX: 202 566-0473

E-Mail: kemme.sara@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Peter Gimlin Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0515

FAX: 202 566-0473

E-Mail: gimlin.peter@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ56

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Title: Lead; Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program for Public and Commercial Buildings

Abstract: Section 402(c)(3) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requires EPA to regulate renovation or remodeling

activities that create lead-based paint hazards in target housing (most pre-1978 housing), pre-1978 public buildings, and

commercial buildings. In a 2008 rule, EPA addressed lead-based paint hazards created by these activities in target housing and

child-occupied facilities built before 1978 (child-occupied facilities are a subset of public and commercial buildings or facilities

where children under age 6 spend a great deal of time). The 2008 rule established requirements for training renovators, other

renovation workers, and dust sampling technicians; for certifying renovators, dust sampling technicians, and renovation firms; for

accrediting providers of renovation and dust sampling technician training; for renovation work practices; and for recordkeeping.

The current rulemaking effort will address renovation or remodeling activities in the remaining buildings described in TSCA

section 402(c)(3), i.e., public buildings built before 1978 and commercial buildings that are not child-occupied facilities. In 2010,

EPA issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) that solicited public comment on lead-safe work practices

and other requirements EPA should consider for renovations of public and commercial buildings and whether such renovations

create lead-based paint hazards. EPA is currently developing a proposal to address lead-based paint hazards that may be

created by renovation, repair and painting of public and commercial buildings. As part of a settlement agreement reached in

2009 and most recently amended in September 2012, EPA held a public meeting in 2013 to discuss the issues under

consideration for this rulemaking. In addition, after considering the information it gathers and its related analyses, EPA has

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agreed to either sign a proposed rule covering renovation, repair, and painting activities of public and commercial buildings, or

determine that these activities do not create lead-based paint hazards by July 1, 2015. If EPA issues a proposed rule, EPA has

further agreed to take final action on or before the date 18 months after the proposal is published.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2682(c)(3)

Legal Deadline: Per 9/7/2012 amended settlement agreement in National Association of Homebuilders v. EPA.

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial ANPRM - 2009 Settlement agreement 04/22/2010 

NPRM Judicial Deadline from 2012 amended; Settlement agreement 07/01/2015 

Other Judicial Deadline from 2012 amended; Settlement agreement 01/01/2017 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/06/2010 75 FR 24848 

Notice 12/31/2012 77 FR 76996 

Notice 05/13/2013 78 FR 27906 

NPRM 07/00/2015 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-0173

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/lead/lead/rrpreg.html#public

Sectors Affected: 236220; 238310; 238210; 238350; 238150; 236210; 531120; 531312; 238390; 921190; 238320; 238220;

238170; 238340

Agency Contact: Hans Scheifele Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3122

E-Mail: Scheifele.Hans@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Cindy Wheeler Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0484

E-Mail: wheeler.cindy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ70

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Title: Chemicals of Concern List Under Section 5(b)(4) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

Abstract: EPA has decided to discontinue work on this action at this time.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 720 and 707 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604 and 2611

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Withdrawn via Reg Agenda 09/06/2013 

Additional Information: SAN No. 5430

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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: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/managechemrisk.html

Sectors Affected: 325

Agency Contact: Jessica Barkas Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 250-8880

E-Mail: Barkas.Jessica@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Maria Doa Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7404T, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 566-0718

E-Mail: Doa.Maria@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ95

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Title: Significant New Use Rule for Perfluoroalkyl Sulfonates and Long-Chain Perfluoroalkyl Carboxylates Used as Part of

Carpets

Abstract: On August 15, 2012, EPA proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic

Substances Control Act (TSCA) for certain perfluoroalkyl sulfonates (PFAS) and certain long-chain perfluoroalkyl carboxylates

(LCPFAC) chemical substances. Under a SNUR, persons who intend to engage in any significant new use would be required to

notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that new use. The required notification would enable EPA to evaluate the

significant new use uses of these chemical substances and, if necessary, appropriately address risks to human health or the

environment by limiting or prohibiting those uses before they occur. EPA proposed to designate processing as a significant new

use of certain PFAS chemical substances that have completed the TSCA new chemical review process but have not yet

commenced production or import. EPA also proposed to designate manufacturing, importing, or processing for use as part of

carpets or for treating carpet (e.g., for use in the carpet aftercare market) as a significant new use of certain LCPFAC chemical

substances. EPA also proposed to revoke the Article Exemption described in 40 CFR section 721.45(f) for persons that import

the LCPFAC chemical substances as part of carpets. Studies have found PFAS chemicals in very small amounts in the blood of

the general human population as well as in wildlife. Although most of the health and environmental studies have focused

primarily on perfluorooctyl sulfonates (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), analysis of the structure of these compounds

indicates that the results of those studies may be applied to a larger category of PFAS and LCPFAC chemicals. EPA believes

that the chemical similarity between PFOS and PFAS raises the likelihood that health and environmental concerns are present

for PFAS, and that LCPFAC compounds may degrade to PFOA.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604(a); TSCA 5(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/15/2012 77 FR 48924 

Final Rule 10/22/2013 78 FR 62443 

Final Rule Effective 12/23/2013 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2012-0268

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

RIN Information

URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/

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URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQ156

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OPPT-2012-0268

Sectors Affected: 314110; 561740; 325; 31311; 423220; 324110

Agency Contact: Nicholas Nairn-Birch Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-3668

E-Mail: nairn-birch.nicholas@epa.gov

Agency Contact: Toni Krasnic Environmental Protection Agency

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances

7405M, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-0984

E-Mail: Krasnic.Toni@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Office of the Administrator ( AdmO ) RIN: 2090-AA39

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Title: Nondiscrimination in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Assistance from the Environmental Protection Agency

Abstract: EPA's nondiscrimination regulations prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability,

and sex in the programs and activities that receive Federal Financial Assistance. Promulgating these amendments will conform

EPA's Title VI regulations with those of US Department of Justice and over twenty other Federal Agencies.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 7; 40 CFR 9 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251; 42 USC 7000; 29 USC 794

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Rule 04/00/2014 

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OA-2013-0031

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Helena Wooden-Aguilar Environmental Protection Agency

Office of the Administrator

1201A, Washington, DC 20460

Washington , DC 20460 

Phone: 202 564-0792

E-Mail: Wooden-Aguilar.Helena@epamail.epa.gov

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