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15 CFR Subtitle A; Subtitle B, Chs. I, II, III, VII, VIII, IX, and XI 

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50 CFR Chs. II, III, IV, and VI 

Fall 2013 Semiannual Agenda of Regulations

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Commerce. 

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. 

SUMMARY: In compliance with Executive Order 12866, entitled "Regulatory Planning and Review," and 

the Regulatory Flexibility Act, as amended, the Department of Commerce (Commerce), in the spring and 

fall of each year, publishes in the Federal Register an agenda of regulations under development or 

review over the next 12 months. Rulemaking actions are grouped according to prerulemaking, proposed 

rules, final rules, long-term actions, and rulemaking actions completed since the spring 2013 agenda. The 

purpose of the agenda is to provide information to the public on regulations that are currently under 

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review, being proposed, or issued by Commerce. The agenda is intended to facilitate comments and 

views by interested members of the public. 

Commerce's fall 2013 regulatory agenda includes regulatory activities that are expected to be conducted 

during the period October 1, 2013, through September 30, 2014. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 

Specific: For additional information about specific regulatory actions listed in the agenda, contact the 

individual identified as the contact person. 

General: Comments or inquiries of a general nature about the agenda should be directed to Asha 

Mathew, Chief Counsel for Regulation, Office of the Assistant General Counsel for Legislation and 

Regulation, U.S. Department of Commerce, Washington, DC 20230, telephone: 202-482-3151. 

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Commerce hereby publishes its fall 2013 Unified Agenda of 

Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions pursuant to Executive Order 12866 and the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601 et seq. Executive Order 12866 requires agencies to publish an agenda of 

those regulations that are under consideration pursuant to this order. By memorandum of August 7, 2013, 

the Office of Management and Budget issued guidelines and procedures for the preparation and 

publication of the fall 2013 Unified Agenda. The Regulatory Flexibility Act requires agencies to publish, in 

the spring and fall of each year, a regulatory flexibility agenda that contains a brief description of the 

subject of any rule likely to have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities, 

and a list that identifies those entries that have been selected for periodic review under section 610 of the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act. 

In this edition of Commerce's regulatory agenda, a list of the most important significant regulatory actions 

and a Statement of Regulatory Priorities are included in the Regulatory Plan, which appears in both the 

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online Unified Agenda and in part II of the issue of the Federal Register that includes the Unified 

Agenda. 

In addition, beginning with the fall 2007 edition, the Internet became the basic means for disseminating 

the Unified Agenda. The complete Unified Agenda is available online at www.reginfo.gov, in a format that 

offers users a greatly enhanced ability to obtain information from the Agenda database. 

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

by the Regulatory Flexibility Act, Commerce's printed agenda entries include only: 

(1) Rules that are in the Agency's regulatory flexibility agenda, in accordance with the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act, because they are likely to have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of 

small entities; and 

(2) Rules that the Agency has identified for periodic review under section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility 

Act. 

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

Act's Agenda requirements. Additional information on these entries is available in the Unified Agenda 

published on the Internet. In addition, for fall editions of the Agenda, Commerce's entire Regulatory Plan 

will continue to be printed in the Federal Register. 

Within Commerce, the Office of the Secretary and various operating units may issue regulations. These 

operating units, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Bureau of Industry 

and Security, and the Patent and Trademark Office, issue the greatest share of Commerce's regulations. 

A large number of regulatory actions reported in the Agenda deal with fishery management programs of 

NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). To avoid repetition of programs and definitions, as 

well as to provide some understanding of the technical and institutional elements of NMFS' programs, an 

"Explanation of Information Contained in NMFS Regulatory Entries" is provided below. 

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Explanation of Information Contained in NMFS Regulatory Entries

The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.) (the Act) 

governs the management of fisheries within the Exclusive Economic Zone of the United States (EEZ). 

The EEZ refers to those waters from the outer edge of the State boundaries, generally 3 nautical miles, to 

a distance of 200 nautical miles. Fishery Management Plans (FMPs) are to be prepared for fisheries that 

require conservation and management measures. Regulations implementing these FMPs regulate 

domestic fishing and foreign fishing where permitted. Foreign fishing may be conducted in a fishery in 

which there is no FMP only if a preliminary fishery management plan has been issued to govern that 

foreign fishing. Under the Act, eight Regional Fishery Management Councils (Councils) prepare FMPs or 

amendments to FMPs for fisheries within their respective areas. In the development of such plans or 

amendments and their implementing regulations, the Councils are required by law to conduct public 

hearings on the draft plans and to consider the use of alternative means of regulating. 

The Council process for developing FMPs and amendments makes it difficult for NMFS to determine the 

significance and timing of some regulatory actions under consideration by the Councils at the time the 

semiannual regulatory agenda is published. 

Commerce's fall 2013 regulatory agenda follows. 

NAME: Cameron F. Kerry,

General Counsel.

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The 250 Regulatory Agendas

General Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Civil Monetary Penalties: Adjustment for Inflation 0605-AA31

Economic Development Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Revisions to EDA's Regulations 0610-AA66

International Trade Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Procedures for Conducting Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders 0625-AA51

Canadian Softwood Lumber Import Licensing System 0625-AA76

Withdrawal of Regulation Governing Treatment of Tollers and Subcontractors in Antidumping Duty Determinations 0625-AA77

Withdrawal of Regulation Governing Targeted Dumping in Antidumping Duty Investigations 0625-AA79

Modification of Regulation Regarding the Extension of Time Limits 0625-AA94

International Trade Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Amendment to Certification of Factual Information to Import Administration During Antidumping and Countervailing Duty

Proceedings 0625-AA66

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Fishery Management Plan for Regulating Offshore Marine Aquaculture in the Gulf of Mexico 0648-AS65

Reducing Disturbances to Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins From Human Interactions 0648-AU02

High Seas Fishing Compliance Act; Amendment of Regulations 0648-AV12

Marine Mammal Protection Act Stranding Regulation Revisions 0648-AW22

Capital Construction Fund; Fishing Vessel Capital Construction Fund Procedures 0648-AW57

Changes to the Coastal Zone Management Act Program Change Procedures 0648-AW74

Trade Monitoring Procedures for Fishery Products 0648-AX63

Revisions to Permit Regulations for Federal Fisheries Permits and Federal Processor Permits in Alaska 0648-AX78

Addendum IV to the Weakfish Interstate Management Plan--Bycatch Trip Limit 0648-AY41

Designation of Critical Habitat for the North Atlantic Right Whale 0648-AY54

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries Amendments and Corrections 0648-AY76

Licensing of Private Land Remote-Sensing Space Systems 0648-BA15

Atlantic Highly Migratory Species; Future of the Atlantic Shark Fishery 0648-BA17

Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Boundary Expansion 0648-BA21

Amendment 31 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs 0648-BA61

Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Construction of the Knik Arm Crossing, Cook Inlet, Alaska 0648-BA73

Revision of the National Standard 10 Guidelines 0648-BA74

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Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Restrictions on Fishing in Proximity to Data Buoys 0648-BA84

Implement the 2010 Shark Conservation Act Provisions and Other Regulations in the Atlantic Smoothhound Shark

Fishery 0648-BB02

Amendment and Updates to the Bottlenose Dolphin Take Reduction Plan 0648-BB37

Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Conducting Geological and Geophysical Exploration of Mineral and Energy

Resources on the Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico 0648-BB38

International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; High Seas Transshipment

Prohibitions 0648-BB64

Address Harbor Seal Disturbance at Glacial Sites in Alaska 0648-BB71

Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat; Implementing Changes to the Regulations

for Designating Critical Habitat 0648-BB79

Interagency Cooperation--Endangered Species Act of 1973, as Amended; Definition of Destruction or Adverse

Modification of Critical Habitat 0648-BB80

Draft Policy Regarding Implementation of Section 4(b)(2) of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) 0648-BB82

Amendments to Implement the Internationally Agreed Requirements of the Antarctic Marine Living Resources

Convention Act 0648-BB86

Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Survey Activities of the National Marine Fisheries Service, Southwest Fisheries

Science Center 0648-BB87

Revision of the National Standard 1 Guidelines 0648-BB92

Generic Amendment to Several Fishery Management Plans in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Regions to Modify

Federally-Permitted Seafood Dealer Reporting Requirements 0648-BC12

Gulf of the Farallones and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries Regulations on Introduced Species 0648-BC26

Amendment 43 to the FMP for BSAI King and Tanner Crabs and Amendment 103 to the FMP for Groundfish of the

BSAI 0648-BC34

Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Sturgeon Research in the Gulf of Mexico 0648-BC54

Amendment 99 to Modify the Maximum Length Overall for Longline Catcher/Processors Targeting Groundfish in the

Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Management Area 0648-BC73

Amendment 3 to the Spiny Dogfish Fishery Management Plan 0648-BC77

Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program Trailing Action: Rule to Modify Chafing Gear Regulations for

Midwater Trawl Gear Used in the Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery 0648-BC84

Billfish Conservation Act of 2012 Implementation 0648-BC86

Inner Limit of the Exclusive Economic Zone under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act 0648-BC92

Fisheries Off West Coast States; West Coast Salmon Fisheries; Amendment 18; Essential Fish Habitat Descriptions for

Pacific Salmon 0648-BC95

Vessel Monitoring Systems; Specification of Requirements for Mobile Transmitting Unit Type Approval 0648-BD02

Amendment 102 to the FMP for Groundfish of the BSAI to Establish a Community Quota Entity Program in the Aleutian

Islands and a Regulatory Amendment to Allow IFQ Derived From Category D Quota Share 0648-BD03

Amendment 27 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region 0648-BD05

Regulatory Amendment 14 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region 0648-BD07

Amendment 5 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Dolphin Wahoo Fishery of the Atlantic 0648-BD08

Amendment 44 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs 0648-BD11

Revision to Regulatory Requirements for the Subsistence Taking of Northern Fur Seals on St. George, Alaska 0648-BD12

Boundary Expansion of Cordell Bank and Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuaries 0648-BD18

Joint for-Hire Generic Reporting Amendment for the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico 0648-BD21

Amendment 5b to the Highly Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan 0648-BD22

Amendment 105 Bering Sea Flatfish Harvest Specifications Flexibility 0648-BD23

Amendment 39 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Resources of the Gulf of Mexico 0648-BD25

Consolidation of Certain Tables and Figures in 50 CFR Part 679 0648-BD28

Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program Trailing Actions: Permitting Requirements for Observer and

Catch Monitor Providers 0648-BD30

Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Amendment 106 to Allow American Fisheries Act Vessel Replacement 0648-BD35

Supplement to Amendment 26 and Amendment 29 to the Fishery Management Plan for Reef Fish in the Gulf of Mexico 0648-BD36

Modifications to the Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rockfish Conservation Area Boundaries 0648-BD37

Recreational Accountability Measures Omnibus Amendment 0648-BD40

Abbreviated Framework Action to Establish Funding Responsibilities for the Electronic Logbook Program in the Shrimp

Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico 0648-BD41

International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Fishing Restrictions

Regarding the Oceanic Whitetip Shark and the Whale Shark 0648-BD44

Southern New England Effort Controls to Address Lobster Stock Rebuilding Measures 0648-BD45

Western Pacific Pelagic Fisheries; Territorial Longline Catch and Effort Limits and Assignments 0648-BD46

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Amendment 97 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska to Establish Chinook Salmon

Prohibited Species Catch Limits for the Non-pollock Trawl Fisheries 0648-BD48

Framework Action to the FMP of the Reef Fish Resources and Coastal Migratory Pelagics Resources of the Gulf of

Mexico and South Atlantic Regions: Headboat Electronic Reporting Requirements 0648-BD49

Framework Adjustment 8 to the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan 0648-BD50

Designation of an Experimental Population of Spring-run Chinook Salmon in the Okanogan River Subbasin in

Washington State Under Section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act 0648-BD51

Management Measures for Fishing Years 2014-2016 Tropical Tunas in the Eastern Pacific Ocean 0648-BD52

Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution for the Conservation of Whale Sharks and

the Collection and Analyses of Data on Fish Aggregating Devices 0648-BD53

Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution to Establish a Vessel Monitoring System

Program in the Eastern Pacific Ocean 0648-BD54

Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution to Adopt Conservation and Management

Measures for Pacific Bluefin Tuna in the Eastern Pacific Ocean 0648-BD55

Framework Adjustment 8 to the Monkfish Fishery Management Plan 0648-BD56

South Atlantic Coastal Migratory Pelagics Framework Action 2013 0648-BD58

Implementation of a Program for Transshipments by Large Scale Fishing Vessels in the Eastern Pacific Ocean 0648-BD59

Revisions to Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary Regulations 0648-BD60

Amendment 45 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crab Freezer

Longline Catcher/Processor Pacific Cod Sideboard Removal 0648-BD61

Taking of Marine Mammals Incidental to U.S. Air Force Launches, Aircraft and Helicopter Operations, and Harbor

Activities Related to Vehicles from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California 0648-BD62

Change to Fishing Season Start Date; Pacific Sardine Fishery; Coastal Pelagic Species Fishery Management Plan 0648-BD63

Information Collection Program for Atlantic Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Fisheries 0648-BD64

2014 Specifications and Management Measures for the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management

Plan 0648-BD65

Modifications to Identification Markings on Fishing Gear Marker Buoys 0648-BD66

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

American Lobster Fishery; Fishing Effort Control Measures to Complement Interstate Lobster Management

Recommendations by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission 0648-AT31

Resource Agency Hearings and Alternatives Development Procedures in Hydropower Licenses 0648-AU01

Confidentiality of Information 0648-AV81

Regulatory Review and Update of National Marine Sanctuary Program Regulations 0648-AV85

Amendment 14 to the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan 0648-AY26

Amendment 5 to the Atlantic Herring Fishery Management Plan 0648-AY47

Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Operation of Offshore Oil and Gas

Facilities in the U.S. Beaufort Sea 0648-AY63

Emergency Rule to Close a Portion of Federal Waters in the Gulf of Mexico in Response to the Deepwater Horizon Oil

Spill 0648-AY87

Emergency Action to Close Portions of Federal Waters in the Gulf of Mexico to Fishing Activities in Response to the

Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill 0648-AY90

4(d) Protective Regulations for the Gulf of Maine Distinct Population Segment of Atlantic Sturgeon 0648-AY96

National Appeals Office Rules of Procedure 0648-BA36

Regulatory Amendment to Implement a Halibut Catch Sharing Plan for International Pacific Halibut Commission Area 2C

and Area 3A 0648-BA37

Final Policy Interpreting the Phrase 'Significant Portion of its Range' in the Endangered Species Act's Definitions 0648-BA78

Revision of Hawaiian Monk Seal Critical Habitat 0648-BA81

Fisheries off West Coast States; Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery; Trawl Rationalization Program; Cost Recovery

Program 0648-BB17

Removal of the Sunset Provision of the Final Rule Implementing Vessel Speed Restrictions to Reduce the Threat of

Ship Collisions With North Atlantic Right Whales 0648-BB20

Endangered and Threatened Species: Designation of Critical Habitat for Threatened Lower Columbia River Coho

Salmon and Puget Sound Steelhead 0648-BB30

Petitions to Remove the Eastern Distinct Population Segment of the Steller Sea Lion from the Federal List of

Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Final Rule to Delist 0648-BB41

Extension of Emergency Fishery Closure Due to the Presence of the Toxin that Causes Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning

(PSP) 0648-BB59

Implement a Reorganization of 50 CFR 622 Regulations for the Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and the

South Atlantic 0648-BB70

Amendment 89 to the Gulf of Alaska Groundfish Fishery Management Plan Area Closures for Chionoecetes bairdi Crab

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Protection in Gulf of Alaska Groundfish Fisheries 0648-BB76

Amendment to the Vessel Ownership Requirements of the Individual Fishing Quota Program for Fixed-Gear Pacific

Halibut and Sablefish Fisheries In and Off of Alaska 0648-BB78

Interagency Cooperation -- Endangered Species Act of 1973, as Amended; Incidental Take Statements 0648-BB81

Amendment 7 to the 2006 Consolidated Highly Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan 0648-BC09

U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System; Guidelines to Certify and Integrate Non-Federal Assets 0648-BC18

Georges Bank Yellowtail Flounder Emergency Action to Provide a Partial Exemption from Accountability Measures to the

Atlantic Scallop Fishery 0648-BC33

Amendment 95 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska 0648-BC39

Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Precision Strike Weapon and Air-to-Surface Gunnery Training and Testing

Operations at Eglin Air Force Base, FL 0648-BC46

Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; U.S. Navy Training and Testing Activities in the HawaiiSouthern California Training and Testing Study Area 0648-BC52

Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; U.S. Navy Training and Testing Activities in the Atlantic

Fleet Training and Testing Study Area 0648-BC53

Modification to the Hired Skipper Regulations for Management of the Individual Fishing Quota Program for the FixedGear Commercial Fisheries for Pacific Halibut and Sablefish in Waters of Alaska 0648-BC62

Endangered and Threatened Species: Designation of a Nonessential Experimental Population of Central Valley Springrun Chinook Salmon below Friant Dam in the San Joaquin River, CA. 0648-BC68

Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Replacement of the Elliott Bay Seawall in

Seattle, Washington 0648-BC69

2013 List of Fisheries 0648-BC71

Designation of Critical Habitat for the Distinct Population Segments of Yelloweye Rockfish, Canary Rockfish, and

Bocaccio 0648-BC76

2013 Monkfish Emergency Action 0648-BC79

International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Bigeye Tuna Catch Limit in

Longline Fisheries for 2013 and 2014 0648-BC88

Amending the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan 0648-BC90

Expansion of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary 0648-BC94

Framework Adjustment 50 to the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan 0648-BC97

Allowing Northeast Multispecies Sector Vessels Access to Year Round Closed Areas 0648-BD09

Amendment 2 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Queen Conch Resources of Puerto Rico and the USVI:

Compatibility of Trip and Bag Limits in the Management Area of St. Croix, USVI 0648-BD15

Regulatory Amendment 19 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Plan of the

South Atlantic Region 0648-BD16

Framework Adjustment 2 to the Atlantic Herring Fishery Management Plan and Management Measures for Atlantic

Herring for the 2013-2015 Fishing Years 0648-BD17

Re-establishing the Sanctuary Nomination Process 0648-BD20

Modification of Vessel Monitoring System Requirements for Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Fisheries 0648-BD24

Designation of Critical Habitat for the Northwest Atlantic Ocean Loggerhead Sea Turtle DPS and the Determination

Regarding Critical Habitat for the North Pacific Ocean Loggerhead DPS 0648-BD27

Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program; Second Program Improvement and Enhancement Rule 0648-BD31

Framework Action to Increase Quotas for the Red Snapper Component of the Reef Fish Fishery and Establish a

Second Recreational Season 0648-BD39

Regulations to Reduce Risk of Sperm Whale Takes by the West Coast Swordfish Drift Gillnet Fishery 0648-BD57

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Reauthorization Act (MSRA) Environmental Review

Procedure 0648-AV53

Marine Mammal Protection Act Permit Regulation Revisions 0648-AV82

Amendment 6 to the Monkfish Fishery Management Plan 0648-BA50

Amendment 22 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region 0648-BA53

Fishing Vessel, Fishing Facility, and Individual Fishing Quota Lending Program Regulations 0648-BB11

Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Columbia River Crossing Project,

Washington and Oregon 0648-BB16

Changes to Vessel Replacement and Upgrade Provisions for Fishing Vessels Issued Northeast Limited Access Federal

Fishery Permits 0648-BB40

Implementation of the Shark Conservation Act of 2010 0648-BB54

Designate Critical Habitat for the Hawaiian Insular False Killer Whale Distinct Population Segment 0648-BC45

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Modifying the Overflight Zone in Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary 0648-BD06

Revisions of Boundaries for the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary 0648-BD19

Comprehensive Fishery Management Plan for Puerto Rico 0648-BD32

Comprehensive Fishery Management Plan for St. Croix 0648-BD33

Comprehensive Fishery Management Plan for St. Thomas/St. John 0648-BD34

Establishment of Special Management Zones for Delaware Artificial Reefs 0648-BD42

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Scientific and Statistical Committees; Peer Review; National Standard 2 Guidelines 0648-AW62

Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution Establishing a Program for Transshipments

by Large-Scale Tuna Longline Fishing Vessels in the Eastern Pacific Ocean 0648-BA41

Revision to the Maximum Retainable Amounts of Groundfish in the Arrowtooth Flounder Fishery in the Bering Sea and

Aleutian Islands Management Area 0648-BA43

Amendment 41 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs 0648-BA82

Fisheries in the Western Pacific; Marianas Trench Marine National Monument, Pacific Remote Islands Marine National

Monument, Rose Atoll Marine National Monument 0648-BA98

Amendment 5a to the Highly Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan 0648-BB29

Amendment 18B to the Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Plan of the South Atlantic Region 0648-BB58

International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Fishing Restrictions for

Bigeye Tuna and Yellowfin Tuna in Purse Seine Fisheries for 2012 0648-BB73

Amendment 94 to the Gulf of Alaska Fishery Management Plan for Alaska and Regulatory Amendments for Community

Quota Entities 0648-BB94

Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program Reconsideration of Allocation of Whiting (Raw 2) 0648-BC01

Corrections to Regulations Implementing Tilefish Amendment 1 0648-BC05

International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Bigeye Tuna Catch Limit in

Longline Fishery for 2012 0648-BC14

Amendment 4 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Fishery of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands:

Parrotfish Size Limits 0648-BC20

Amendment to Open a Portion of the Georges Bank Closed Area to the Harvest of Atlantic Surfclams and Ocean

Quahogs 0648-BC21

Revisions to the Regulations for Impact Analyses of Critical Habitat 0648-BC24

Amendment 42 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs 0648-BC25

Framework Adjustment 48 to the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan 0648-BC27

Amendment 8 to the Consolidated HMS Fishery Management Plan; North Atlantic Swordfish Management Measures 0648-BC31

Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; Fisheries off West Coast States; Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery; Specifications

and Management Measures and FMP Amendment 21-1 0648-BC35

Regulatory Amendment 13 to the Fishery Management Plan of the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region 0648-BC41

Management Measures for Pacific Bluefin Tuna in the Eastern Pacific Ocean 0648-BC44

Regulatory Amendment to Implement an Exempted Fishery for the Spiny Dogfish Fishery off Cape Cod, MA 0648-BC50

Framework Action to Set the Annual Catch Limit for Vermilion and Yellowtail Snapper, and Modify the Bag Limit for

Vermilion Snapper 0648-BC51

Amendment 9 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Shrimp Fishery of the South Atlantic Region 0648-BC58

Regulatory Amendment 15 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region 0648-BC60

Amendment 28 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region 0648-BC63

Framework Action to Set the 2013 Gag Recreational Fishing Season and Bag Limit and Modify the February-March

Shallow-Water Grouper Closed Season 0648-BC64

Pacific Halibut Fisheries; Catch Sharing Plan for Washington, Oregon, and California 0648-BC75

Enhanced Document Requirements to Support Use of the Dolphin Safe Label on Tuna Products 0648-BC78

Framework Adjustment 24 to the Atlantic Sea Scallop FMP and Framework Adjustment 49 to the Northeast Multispecies

Fishery Management Plan 0648-BC81

2013-2015 Spiny Dogfish Fishery Specifications 0648-BC85

International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Fishing Restrictions in Purse

Seine Fisheries for 2013 and 2014 0648-BC87

Fisheries in the Western Pacific; 5-Year Extension of Moratorium on Harvest of Gold Corals 0648-BC89

Pacific Coast Whiting Fishery Allocations for 2013 0648-BC93

Framework Action to set the 2013 Quota for Red Snapper Commercial and Recreational Quotas and Modify the 0648-BC98

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Recreational Bag Limit

Amendment 30 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region 0648-BC99

Emergency Rule to Establish Recreational Closure Authority Specific to Federal Waters off Individual States for the Red

Snapper Component of the Reef Fish Fishery 0648-BD00

Regulatory Amendment 18 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region 0648-BD04

Framework Action to Revise the Passenger Capacity Criteria for Renewal and Transfer of Gulf Reef Fish and Coastal

Migratory Pelagic For-Hire Permits 0648-BD10

2013 Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Recreational Harvest Measures and Increase to the 2013 and

2014 Black Sea Bass Specifications 0648-BD13

Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery; Biennial Specifications and Management Measures; Final Rule; April 2013 Inseason

Adjustments to Fishery Management Measures 0648-BD14

Notice of a Control Date for Qualifying Landings History and to Limit Speculative Entry into the Longfin Squid/Butterfish

Fishery; Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan 0648-BD26

Implementation of a Control Date for Qualifying Landings History and to Limit Speculative Entry into the Longfin

Squid/Butterfish Fishery; Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan 0648-BD38

Taking of Marine Mammals Incidental to Commercial Fishing Operations: Amendment to Harbor Porpoise Take

Reduction Plan Regulations 0648-BD43

September 2013 Inseason Adjustments to Fishery Management Measures for the Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery 0648-BD47

Patent and Trademark Office - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Revision of Fees for Application for Registration and for Registration 0651-AC32

Changes to Rules of Practice Before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board 0651-AC35

Sound Marks 0651-AC40

Revival of Abandoned Application and Reinstatement of Abandoned Application 0651-AC41

Changes to Implement the Hague Agreement Concerning International Registration of Industrial Designs 0651-AC87

Miscellaneous Changes to Trademark Rules of Practice 0651-AC88

Certification and Collective Marks 0651-AC89

Changes to Require Real Party in Interest Information 0651-AC90

Technical Corrections to Representation of Others Before the USPTO 0651-AC91

Patent and Trademark Office - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Revision of the Duty to Disclose Information in Patent Applications and Reexamination Proceedings. 0651-AC58

Changes to Implement Revisions to Patent Term Adjustment 0651-AC84

Changes to Implement the Patent Law Treaty 0651-AC85

Setting and Adjusting Patent Fees; Correction 0651-AC86

National Telecommunications and Information Administration - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Final Rule, Revision to the Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management 0660-AA27

Bureau of Industry and Security - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Automated Export System and Shippers Export Declaration--Requirement to Show Paragraphs in Export Control

Classification Numbers 0694-AD89

Bureau of Industry and Security - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Revision of Commerce Control List Based on Application of Modern Technologies to Crime Control and Law

Enforcement Activities 0694-AE43

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Addition of Non-Material Changes That May be Made to Export Licenses; and Addition of Non-Material Changes

Requiring Prior BIS Notification and Approval 0694-AE80

Revisions to Defense Priorities and Allocations System Regulations 0694-AE81

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Firearms and Related Articles the President Determines

No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List 0694-AF47

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Guns and Armament and Related Articles the President

Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List 0694-AF48

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Ammunition and Ordnance the President Determines No

Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List 0694-AF49

Export Administration Regulations Revision: Dissemination, Detection and Protection Equipment and Related Articles the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the USML 0694-AF52

Amendment to Licensing Requirements for Exports to Canada of Shotguns, Shotgun Shells and Optical Sighting

Devices under the Export Administration Regulations 0694-AF60

Clarification of the Definition of a Routed Export Transaction 0694-AF67

Feasibility of Enumerating "Specially Designed" Components 0694-AF68

Revisions to the EAR: Control of Fire Control, Range Finder, Optical, and Guidance and Control Equipment the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the USML 0694-AF75

Bureau of Industry and Security - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Implementation of Understandings Reached at the 2005, 2012, and 2013 Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) Plenary

Meetings and a 2009 NSG Intersessional Decision; Additions to the List of NSG Participating 0694-AD58

Encryption Export Controls 0694-AE89

Revisions to the EAR: Military Vehicles; Vessels of War; Submersible Vessels, Oceanographic Equipment; Related

Items; and Auxiliary and Miscellaneous Items 0694-AF39

Export Administration Regulations Revisions: Control of Energetic Materials and Related Articles That the President

Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List 0694-AF53

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Military Training Equipment and Related Items the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List 0694-AF54

EAR Revision: Items Related to Launch Vehicles, Missiles, Rockets, and Military Explosive Devices That the President

Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List 0694-AF56

Control of Military Training Equipment, Energetic Materials, Personal Protective Equipment, Shelters, Articles Related to

Launch Vehicles, Missiles, Rockets, Military Explosives, and Related Items 0694-AF58

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Military Electronic Equipment and Related Items the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the USML 0694-AF64

Addition of Certain Persons to the Entity List 0694-AF69

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Unverified List (UVL) 0694-AF70

U.S.-India Bilateral Understanding: Additional Revisions to U.S. Export and Reexport Controls Under the Export

Administration Regulations 0694-AF72

Amendment to the Export Administration Regulations: List of Items Classified Under Export Control Classification 0Y521

Series 0694-AF73

Addition of A Person to the Entity List 0694-AF86

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Control of Spacecraft Systems and Related Items the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List 0694-AF87

Amendment to the Export Administration Regulations: List of Items Controlled for Export Control Classification 6E993.e 0694-AF88

Addition of Certain Persons to the Entity List; and Removal of One Person from the Entity List Based on a Removal

Request 0694-AF96

Bureau of Industry and Security - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to Make the Commerce Control List (CCL) Clearer 0694-AF37

Control of Surface Vessels and Related Articles the President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United

States Munitions List 0694-AF42

Export Administration Regulations Revisions: Auxiliary and Miscellaneous Items No Longer Warranting Control Under

the United States Munitions List; Items on the Wassenaar Arrangement Munitions List 0694-AF51

Time Limit for Completion of Voluntary Self Disclosures and Revised Service of Process Procedures 0694-AF59

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Initial Implementation of Export Control Reform 0694-AF65

Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations Based on the 2012 Missile Technology Control Regime Plenary

Agreements 0694-AF81

Wassenaar Arrangement 2012 Plenary Agreements Implementation: Commerce Control List, Definitions, and Reports 0694-AF83

Amendments to Existing Validated End-User Authorizations: CSMC Technologies Corporation in the People's Republic

of China (PRC) 0694-AF90

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Addition, Removals, and Revisions to the List of Validated End-Users in the Peoples Republic of China 0694-AF92

Additions to the List of Validated End-Users in the People's Republic of China: Samsung China Semiconductor Co. Ltd.

and Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment, Inc. 0694-AF93

Amendments to the Export Administration Regulations: Implementation of Limited Syria Waiver for Reconstruction

Assistance 0694-AF94

Department of Commerce (DOC) 

General Administration ( ADMIN ) RIN: 0605-AA31

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Title: Civil Monetary Penalties: Adjustment for Inflation

Abstract: Final rule is being issued to adjust each civil monetary penalty provided by law within the jurisdiction of the DOC.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 6 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461 note

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 12/07/2012 77 FR 72915 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Brenda Dolan 

Departmental Freedom of Information and Privacy Act Officer

Department of Commerce

General Administration

1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3258

E-Mail: bdolan1@doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Economic Development Administration ( EDA ) RIN: 0610-AA66

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Title: Revisions to EDA's Regulations

Abstract: The Economic Development Administration (EDA) updates the Agency's regulations, which implement the Public

Works and Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended ("PWEDA"). On February 1, 2011, EDA published a notice

requesting comments on improving the regulations. A 70-day public comment period followed from February 1, 2011 through

April 11, 2011, during which EDA received approximately 170 comments. In addition, EDA conducted an internal review of its

regulations. This NPRM addresses and incorporates public comments and agency staff suggestions to present an updated set of

proposed regulations that reflects the Agency's current practices and policies in administering its economic development

assistance programs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 13 CFR 300; 13 CFR 301; 13 CFR 302; 13 CFR 303; 13 CFR 304; 13 CFR 305; 13 CFR 306; 13 CFR 308; 13

CFR 310; 13 CFR 311; 13 CFR 314 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 42 USC 3121; 42 USC 3122; 42 USC 3211

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/07/2011 76 FR 76492 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/05/2012 

Final Rule 09/00/2014 

Additional Information: Included in Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Jamie Lipsey Department of Commerce

Economic Development Administration

1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-4687

E-Mail: jlipsey@eda.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

International Trade Administration ( ITA ) RIN: 0625-AA51

 View Related Documents

Title: Procedures for Conducting Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders

Abstract: On May 19, 1997 (62 FR 27296), the Department of Commerce (the Department) published final rules on inter alia

procedures for conducting antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings to conform the Department's existing regulations to

the Uruguay Round Agreements Act (URAA). Although these regulations contain provisions on the conduct of sunset reviews,

the Department is planning to amend the regulations to provide more guidance on the procedures for conducting sunset

reviews. Specifically, the Department amends the procedural regulations for participation in, and conduct of, sunset reviews to

add two definitions to provide shorthand expressions for 120-day and 240-day sunset reviews; provides deadlines for certain

submissions; clarifies the information to be provided by parties participating in a sunset review; clarifies when the Department

will conduct a 120-day or a 240-day sunset review; and provides time limits for actions to be taken by the Department.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 351 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 19 USC 1303; 19 USC 1671 et seq; 19 USC 1673 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 03/20/1998 63 FR 13516 

Interim Final Rule Effective 03/20/1998 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: David Mason Department of Commerce

International Trade Administration

Room 3627, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-5051

FAX: 202 482-4912

E-Mail: david_mason@ita.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

International Trade Administration ( ITA ) RIN: 0625-AA76

 View Related Documents

Title: Canadian Softwood Lumber Import Licensing System

Abstract: The Department of Commerce (Commerce) publishes this interim final rule to implement a licensing system for

imports of softwood lumber from Canada. This licensing system is intended to enable Commerce to monitor the imports of

softwood lumber subject to the 2006 Softwood Lumber Agreement (SLA 2006 or Agreement).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 362 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim 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: James Terpstra 

Supervisory International Trade Compliance Analyst

Department of Commerce

International Trade Administration

1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3965

FAX: 202 482-4001

E-Mail: james_terpstra@ita.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

International Trade Administration ( ITA ) RIN: 0625-AA77

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Title: Withdrawal of Regulation Governing Treatment of Tollers and Subcontractors in Antidumping Duty Determinations

Abstract: The International Trade Administration (ITA) takes this action to withdraw the provision at 19 CFR 351.401(h). ITA

takes this action to ensure that the Department of Commerce's (the "Department") antidumping analysis focuses upon the party

setting the price of subject merchandise when the manufacture of such merchandise is subcontracted to another company. The

regulation has had the unintended effect of bestowing the status of foreign manufacturer or producer upon parties in the United

States that would have otherwise assumed the status of purchasers. If a party that customarily assumes the status of a

purchaser is bestowed the status of foreign manufacturer or producer, the proper application of the antidumping duty law would

be thwarted. This effect is contrary to the Department's intent in promulgating the regulation, and inconsistent with its statutory

mandate to provide relief to domestic industries suffering material injury from unfairly traded imports. The withdrawal of this rule

will allow the Department to avoid these effects and provide relief as intended under the statutory scheme.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 351 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 19 USC 1202; 19 USC 1303; 19 USC 1671; 19 USC 3538; 5 USC 301

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 03/28/2008 73 FR 16517 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 04/28/2008 

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: David Mason Department of Commerce

International Trade Administration

Room 3627, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-5051

FAX: 202 482-4912

E-Mail: david_mason@ita.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

International Trade Administration ( ITA ) RIN: 0625-AA79

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Title: Withdrawal of Regulation Governing Targeted Dumping in Antidumping Duty Investigations

Abstract: The International Trade Administration withdraws its regulations governing the criteria for analyzing targeted dumping

allegations in antidumping investigations (19 CFR 351.414(f) and (g)).

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 351 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 19 USC 1673

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 12/10/2008 73 FR 74930 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 01/09/2009 

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: Natasha Robinson Department of Commerce

International Trade Administration

1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-1643

E-Mail: natasha.robinson@mail.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

International Trade Administration ( ITA ) RIN: 0625-AA94

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Title: Modification of Regulation Regarding the Extension of Time Limits

Abstract: Requesting comment on a proposed modification to 19 CFR 351.302, which concerns the extension of time limits for

submissions in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 351 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 1202 note; 19 USC 1303 note; 19 USC et seq.; 19 USC 3538

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Proposed Rule 01/16/2013 78 FR 3367 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Charles Vannatta 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

International Trade Administration

1401 Constitution Ave NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-4036

E-Mail: charles.vannatta@trade.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

International Trade Administration ( ITA ) RIN: 0625-AA66

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Title: Amendment to Certification of Factual Information to Import Administration During Antidumping and Countervailing Duty

Proceedings

Abstract: The Department of Commerce (Department) amends 19 CFR 351.303(g), which governs the certification of factual

information submitted to the Department by a person or their representative during antidumping and countervailing duty

proceedings. The amendments are intended to strengthen the current imprecise certification requirements so that it is clear what

has been certified, by whom, and when, and so that parties and their counsel are aware of the potential consequences of false

certifications.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 351 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 19 USC 1202 note; 19 USC 1303 note; 19 USC 1671 et seq; 19 USC 3538; 5 USC 301

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/22/2004 69 FR 56738 

Interim Final Rule 02/10/2011 76 FR 7491 

Interim Final Rule; Supplemental 09/02/2011 76 FR 54697 

Interim Final Rule Effective 09/02/2011 

Final Action 07/17/2013 78 FR 42678 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: David Mason Department of Commerce

International Trade Administration

Room 3627, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-5051

FAX: 202 482-4912

E-Mail: david_mason@ita.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AS65

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Title: Fishery Management Plan for Regulating Offshore Marine Aquaculture in the Gulf of Mexico

Abstract: The purpose of this fishery management plan is to develop a regional permitting process for regulating and

promoting environmentally sound and economically sustainable aquaculture in the Gulf of Mexico exclusive economic zone. This

fishery management plan consists of ten actions, each with an associated range of management alternatives, which would

facilitate the permitting of an estimated 5 to 20 offshore aquaculture operations in the Gulf of Mexico over the next 10 years,

with an estimated annual production of up to 64 million pounds. By establishing a regional permitting process for aquaculture,

the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will be positioned to achieve their primary goal of increasing maximum

sustainable yield and optimum yield of Federal fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico by supplementing harvest of wild caught species

with cultured product. This rulemaking would outline a regulatory permitting process for aquaculture in the Gulf of Mexico,

including: (1) required permits; (2) duration of permits; (3) species allowed; (4) designation of sites for aquaculture; (5) reporting

requirements; and (6) regulations to aid in enforcement.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Demand for protein is increasing in the United States and commercial wild-capture fisheries will not likely

b adequate to meet this growing demand. Aquaculture is one method to meet current and future demands fo seafood.

Supplementing the harvest of domestic fisheries with cultured product will help the U.S. mee consumers' growing demand for

seafood and may reduce the Nation's dependence on seafood imports. Currently, the U.S. imports over 80 percent of the

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seafood consumed in the country, and the annual U.S seafood trade deficit is at an all time high of over $9 billion.

Legal Basis: Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.

Alternatives: The Council's Aquaculture FMP includes 10 actions, each with an associated range of alternatives. These

actions and alternatives are collectively intended to establish a regional permitting process for offshore aquaculture.

Management actions in the FMP include: (1) Aquaculture permit requirements, eligibility, and transferability; (2) duration

aquaculture permits are effective; (3) aquaculture application requirements, operational requirements, and restrictions; (4)

species allowed for aquaculture; (5) allowable aquaculture systems; (6) marine aquaculture siting requirements and conditions;

(7) restricted access zones for aquaculture facilities; (8) recordkeeping and reporting requirements; (9) biological reference

points and status determination criteria; and (10) framework procedures for modifying biological reference points and regulatory

measures.

Costs and Benefits: Environmental and social/economic costs and benefits are described in detail in the Council's

Aquaculture FMP. Potential benefits include: establishing a rigorous review process for reviewing and approving/denying

aquaculture permits; increasing optimum yield by supplementing the harvest of wild domestic fisheries with cultured products;

and reducing the Nation's dependence on imported seafood. Anticipated costs include increased administration and oversight of

an aquaculture permitting process, and potential negative environmental impacts to wild marine resources. Approval of an

aquaculture permitting system may also benefit fishing communities by creating new jobs or impact fishing communities if

cultured products economically displace domestic seafood.

Risks: National offshore aquaculture legislation has also been previously proposed by the Administration. This action may

reduce the need for uniform national legislation and allow aquaculture regulations to vary by region.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Availability 06/04/2009 74 FR 26829 

NOA comment period end 08/03/2009 

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AU02

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Title: Reducing Disturbances to Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins From Human Interactions

Abstract: NMFS is developing a rule that will protect essential resting habitat of wild spinner dolphins in the main Hawaiian

Islands by reducing the human activities that may cause "take," as defined in the Marine Mammal Protection Act or otherwise

adversely affect dolphins. The action proposes a suite of management measures that may include time-area closures in four

bays on the island of Hawaii, and one on the island of Maui.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 12/12/2005 70 FR 73426 

ANPRM Comment Period End 01/11/2006 

NPRM 05/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AV12

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Title: High Seas Fishing Compliance Act; Amendment of Regulations

Abstract: NMFS proposes regulatory changes to improve the administration of the High Seas Fishing Compliance Act

(HSFCA) program and facilitate the monitoring of U.S. flag vessels operating on the high seas. The proposed rule includes, for

all high seas fishing vessels, adjustments to permitting and reporting requirements to provide for reviews of high seas fishing

activities under environmental laws, particularly the Endangered Species Act and National Environmental Policy Act, prior to

permitting such activities. It also includes requirements for the installation and operation of vessel monitoring system units,

placement of observers on vessels, and reporting of transshipments on the high seas to fill, for high seas areas, gaps in the

monitoring, control, and surveillance requirements not covered by other fisheries-related regulations. Although other existing

regulations govern certain fishing activities on the high seas to varying degrees, this rule would establish a minimum standard to

facilitate monitoring and surveillance of all U.S. vessels operating on the high seas. Establishing a minimum standard, and

closing regulatory gaps, would facilitate enforcement of international conservation and management measures with respect to

U.S. flag vessels. It is anticipated that these changes will not affect current levels of fishing activity by U.S. vessels issued

HSFCA permits. Consequently, this proposed action is not expected to have adverse economic impacts.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 5501

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Final Action 06/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Rod Mcinnis 

Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4005

E-Mail: rod.mcinnis@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AW22

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Title: Marine Mammal Protection Act Stranding Regulation Revisions

Abstract: NMFS intends to clarify the requirements and procedures for responding to stranded marine mammals and for

determining the disposition of rehabilitated marine mammals, which includes the procedures for the placement of non-releasable

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animals and for authorizing the retention of releasable rehabilitated marine mammals for scientific research, enhancement, or

public display.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1379; 16 USC 1382; 16 USC 1421

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 01/31/2008 73 FR 5786 

ANPRM Comment Period Extended 03/28/2008 73 FR 16617 

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Governmental

Jurisdictions; Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Split From 0648-AV82 Related Agencies: Common: DOC

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AW57

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Title: Capital Construction Fund; Fishing Vessel Capital Construction Fund Procedures

Abstract: The Proposed Rule would amend Fishing Vessel Capital Construction Fund (CCF) Program regulations to simplify

and clarify them and to ease restrictions on vessel reconstruction to promote fleet safety, reliability and efficiency. Specifically,

this amendment eliminates the minimum cost and maximum allowable completion time for reconstruction projects, the

requirement for a minimum annual deposit and the reconstruction requirement attached to used vessel acquisition. It also

prohibits any CCF project from increasing fisheries harvesting capacity. Current regulations require an annual deposit of 2

percent of the anticipated cost of the CCF objective, that a used vessel acquired with CCF funds be reconstructed within 7

years of the acquisition date, that reconstruction projects cost a minimum of either $100,000 or 20 percent of acquisition cost,

and that reconstruction projects be completed within 18 months of their commencement.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 259 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 46 USC 1177

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Gary C. Reisner 

Director, Office of Management and Budget

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2259 Extension: 139 

FAX: 301 713-1464

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E-Mail: gary.reisner@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AW74

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Title: Changes to the Coastal Zone Management Act Program Change Procedures

Abstract: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration takes this action to implement changes to the Coastal Zone

Management Act (CZMA) program, and to change regulations and associated guidance.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 923 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1451-1465

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/20/2008 73 FR 29093 

ANPRM Comment Period End 08/18/2008 

NPRM 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Kerry Kehoe Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-3155

E-Mail: kerry.kehoe@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AX63

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Title: Trade Monitoring Procedures for Fishery Products

Abstract: The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) revises procedures to monitor international trade in certain fishery

products to meet requirements of the Security and Accountability For Every (SAFE) Port Act, the Magnuson-Stevens Act, other

applicable statutes, and obligations that arise from U.S. participation in regional fishery management organizations. Specifically,

NMFS intends to integrate its trade monitoring programs within the Governmentwide International Trade Data System and to

require electronic information collection through the automated Internet portal maintained by Customs and Border Protection.

This rulemaking will consolidate several existing trade permits and additional seafood commodities will be included under the

consolidated permit requirement. International Trade Permits will be issued electronically through the NOAA Fisheries Service

National Permitting System. A subsequent rulemaking will address the electronic submission of documents for import

transactions.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1385; 16 USC 1826a; 16 USC 971a; 19 USC 1411

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/08/2009 74 FR 21615 

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Final Action 02/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Rod Mcinnis 

Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4005

E-Mail: rod.mcinnis@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AX78

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Title: Revisions to Permit Regulations for Federal Fisheries Permits and Federal Processor Permits in Alaska

Abstract: The rule revises regulations and permit procedures for retention of an original Federal Fisheries Permit onboard, and

return of an original permit prior to surrender of a permit. The action allows fishing operations to meet Federal Fisheries Permit

requirements by carrying a valid, legible copy, rather than the original, of the Federal Fisheries Permit, and by relieving

operators of the need to submit an original if they surrender the Federal Fisheries Permit. The action has positive net benefits,

principally by reducing the administrative burden of permitting on industry.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679; 50 CFR 679.4; 50 CFR 680; 50 CFR 680.4 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of

Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Additional Information: Author: Patsy A. Bearden; Agency Contact: Robert Mecum

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY41

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Title: Addendum IV to the Weakfish Interstate Management Plan--Bycatch Trip Limit

Abstract: This action would modify management restrictions in the Federal weakfish fishery in a manner consistent with the

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Interstate Plan. The proposed change would decrease the incidental catch

allowance for weakfish in the exclusive economic zone in non-directed fisheries using smaller mesh sizes, from 150 pounds to

no more than 100 pounds per day or trip, whichever is longer in duration. In addition, it would impose a one fish possession limit

on recreational fishers.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 697 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 5101

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/12/2010 75 FR 26703 

NPRM Comment Period End 06/11/2010 

NPRM Comment Period Re-opened 06/16/2010 75 FR 34092 

Comment Period End 06/30/2010 

Proposed Rule 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY54

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Title: Designation of Critical Habitat for the North Atlantic Right Whale

Abstract: NMFS proposes to designate critical habitat for the North Atlantic right whale. This proposal would result in an

expansion of critical habitat in the northeast feeding area (Gulf of Maine-Georges Bank region) and the southeast calving area

(Florida to North Carolina) compared to what was designated in 1994 for right whales.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 226; 50 CFR 229 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq; 16 USC 1531-1543

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Under Section 4 of the Endangered Species Act, NOAA Fisheries is required to designate critical habitat

for newly listed species.

Legal Basis: Endangered Species Act

Alternatives: Because this rule is presently in the beginning stages of development, no alternatives have been formulated or

analyzed at this time.

Costs and Benefits: Because this rule is presently in the beginning stages of development, no analysis has been completed

at this time to assess costs and benefits.

Risks: Loss of critical habitat for a species listed as protected under the ESA and MMPA, as well as potential loss of right

whales due to habitat loss.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY76

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Title: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries Amendments and Corrections

Abstract: In a November 20, 2008 JMPR final rule (73 FR 70488) the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries published the

coordinates for certain zones in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS). Since then, several buoys have been

moved or failed, and as such, NOAA is changing the boundary coordinates for these zones. In addition, several other items

were not included in the 2008 final regulations.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1431

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AT14; Related to 0648-

AT15; Related to 0648-AT16

Agency Contact: Matt Brookhart 

Acting Division Chief, Conservation Policy and Planning Division

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-3125

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA15

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Title: Licensing of Private Land Remote-Sensing Space Systems

Abstract: NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service proposes to revise its Final Rule issued on

April 26, 2006, addressing the licensing of private land remote sensing space systems. The purpose of this revision is to modify

NOAA's requirements for the licensing, monitoring and compliance of operators of private land remote sensing space systems

under title II of the Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992. These modifications are intended to address changes in remote

sensing technology and business practices since the issuance of the Final Rule. The revision is intended to facilitate the further

development of the U.S. commercial remote sensing industry, while preserving essential U.S. national security interests, foreign

policy and international obligations.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 960 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 5621 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Alan D. Robinson 

Program Coordinator for Commercial Remote Sensing

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1335 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-3387 Extension: 103 

FAX: 301 713-2032

E-Mail: alan.robinson@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA17

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Title: Atlantic Highly Migratory Species; Future of the Atlantic Shark Fishery

Abstract: NMFS is considering adjusting the regulations governing the U.S. Atlantic shark fishery to address current fishery

issues and to identify specific shark fishery goals for the future. This action will discuss potential changes to the quota and/or

permit structure that are currently in place for the Atlantic shark fishery, and various catch share programs such as limited

access privilege programs, individual fishing quotas, and sectors for the Atlantic shark fishery.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 635 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 09/20/2010 75 FR 57235 

ANPRM Comment Period End 01/14/2011 

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA21

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Title: Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Boundary Expansion

Abstract: The Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) conducted scoping in association with the Management Plan

Review of Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary (FGBNMS or Sanctuary). Among the actions identified by this

scoping was to expand the Sanctuary and apply regulations to the new areas. In order to accomplish this goal, ONMS is

developing a draft environmental impact statement to expand the network of protected areas within the FGBNMS by

incorporating selected reefs and banks in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico for their long-term protection and management. This

action would extend sanctuary regulations currently in place in the FGBNMS, as well as several new regulations to the

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expanded areas.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1439

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Helene Scalliet Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-7281

E-Mail: helene.scalliet@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA61

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Title: Amendment 31 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs

Abstract: Amendment 31 is intended to relax participation requirements for captains and crew in the Bering Sea/Aleutian

Islands Crab Rationalization Program, and to modify the timing and preparation of specific documents that are currently required

under the program. This action is necessary to fulfill the North Pacific Fishery Management Councils intent that captain and

crew quota shares are held by individuals who are actively participating in the Crab Rationalization Program fisheries, to provide

quota share acquisition opportunity to captains and crew who may have been displaced from employment in the Crab

Rationalization Program fisheries and were not initial recipients of quota shares, and to make the quota shares available to

captains and crew who are new entrants into the Crab Rationalization Program fisheries.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 680 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA73

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Title: Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Construction of the Knik Arm Crossing, Cook Inlet, Alaska

Abstract: NMFS has received a request from the Knik Arm Bridge Toll Authority, in coordination with the Department of

Transportation Federal Highways Administration, for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to construction of a bridge

across Knik Arm, named the Knik Arm Crossing, Alaska, over the course of five construction seasons; approximately spring

2013 through autumn 2017. Authorization for incidental takings may be granted if NMFS finds that the taking will have a

negligible impact on the species or stock(s), will not have an unmitigable adverse impact on the availability of the species or

stock(s) for certain subsistence uses, and that the permissible methods of taking and requirements pertaining to the mitigation,

monitoring and reporting of such taking are set forth.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1371 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA74

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Title: Revision of the National Standard 10 Guidelines

Abstract: The action would propose revisions to the National Standard 10 (NS10) guidelines. National Standard 10 states that

"conservation and management measures shall, to the extent practicable, promote the safety of human life at sea." The current

NS10 guidelines, published in 1998, are relatively short and general. NMFS is considering revising the NS10 guidelines to

provide guidance on methods to evaluate safety issues within fisheries.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; PL 94-265

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 04/21/2011 76 FR 22342 

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234 

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E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA84

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Title: Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Restrictions on Fishing in Proximity to Data Buoys

Abstract: Pursuant to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention Implementation Act, the Secretary of Commerce is

authorized to implement regulations to carry out the obligations of the United States under the Western and Central Pacific

Fisheries Convention (Convention), including the implementation of decisions of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries

Commission (Commission). At its Sixth Regular Session, in December 2009, the Commission adopted the Conservation and

Management Measure Prohibiting Fishing on Data Buoys to restrict fishing on and near data buoys in the Commissions area of

competence. This rule would: prohibit highly migratory species fishing vessels of the United States, while on the high seas in the

Commissions area of competence, from fishing within one nautical mile of a data buoy and from interacting with a data buoy;

prohibit highly migratory species fishing vessels of the United States from taking on board a data buoy while in the

Commissions area of competence; and require highly migratory species fishing vessels of the United States that become

entangled with data buoys while in the Commissions area of competence to remove the entangled fishing gear with as little

damage to the data buoy as possible.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 6901 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Rules implementing the WCPFC Implementation Act must be effective as

soon as possible to satisfy the United States' international obligations. 05/15/2011 

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

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB02

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Title: Implement the 2010 Shark Conservation Act Provisions and Other Regulations in the Atlantic Smoothhound Shark

Fishery

Abstract: This proposed rule considers implementing the provisions of the 2010 Shark Conservation Act and other regulations

in the Atlantic Smoothhound Fishery (which includes smooth dogfish and the Florida smoothhound). Specifically, this action

would: (1) modify regulations for smooth dogfish as needed to be consistent with the Shark Conservation Act; (2) consider other

management measures, as needed, including the Terms and Conditions of the Endangered Species Act Smoothhound

Biological Opinion; and, (3) consider revising the current smoothhound shark quota based on updated catch data.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 635 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB37

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Title: Amendment and Updates to the Bottlenose Dolphin Take Reduction Plan

Abstract: This action would amend regulations under the Bottlenose Dolphin Take Reduction Plan (Plan) to reduce bottlenose

dolphin serious injuries and mortalities incidental to the Virginia Pound net fishery. The Plan recommends the year-round use of

modified leaders for offshore pound nets within parts of the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia coastal waters. Regulations for

Virginia Pound Nets are currently implemented under the Endangered Species Act for sea turtle conservation. The Plan

recommended similar regulations to those currently enacted under the Endangered Species Act; however, the regulations under

the Plan will offer greater conservation benefits to both bottlenose dolphins and sea turtles. Because the regulations may affect

current sea turtle regulations, a joint-rulemaking will be conducted under both the Marine Mammal Protection Act and

Endangered Species Act to amend: (1) the Plan under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, proposing Virginia pound net

requirements; and (2) current Federal sea turtle regulations for Virginia pound nets under the Endangered Species Act to ensure

consistency between regulations.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 229 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 U S C1361 et seq; 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory No deadline dates because this action is an amendment 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Split From 0648-BA34

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB38

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Title: Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Conducting Geological and Geophysical Exploration of Mineral and Energy

Resources on the Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico

Abstract: On April 18, 2011, NMFS received an application from the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), the Bureau of

Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), and Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), for the promulgation of

regulations and the subsequent issuance of Letters of Authorization to take marine mammals incidental to oil and gas industry

sponsored seismic surveys for purposes of geological and geophysical exploration on the Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of

Mexico from approximately 2012 through 2017. BOEM states that underwater noise associated with sound sources (i.e.,

airguns, boomers, sparkers, and chirpers) may expose marine mammals in the area to noise and pressure resulting in

behavioral disturbance or temporary or permanent loss of hearing sensitivity. The requested regulations would establish a

framework for authorizing incidental take in future Letters of Authorization.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 217 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Yes

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB64

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Title: International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; High Seas Transshipment

Prohibitions

Abstract: Pursuant to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention Implementation Act, the Secretary of Commerce is

authorized to implement regulations to carry out the obligations of the United States under the Western and Central Pacific

Fisheries Convention (Convention), including the implementation of decisions of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries

Commission (Commission). At its Sixth Regular Session, in December 2009, the Commission adopted provisions for

transshipments of highly migratory species (HMS) fish in the Commissions area of competence, including a provision that

requires Commission members to prohibit vessels (other than purse seine vessels, which are prohibited from transshipping

anywhere at sea) flying their flags from transshipping on the high seas in the Convention Area, subject to certain considerations.

This rulemaking would implement the Commissions decision on high seas transshipments.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 6901 et seq

Legal Deadline: Pursuant to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention Implementation Act, the Secretary of

Commerce is authorized to implement the decisions of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (Commission).

The Commission decision to be implemented through this rulemaking includes provisions that went into effect in 2010, which

requires an effective date for this rule as soon as possible to satisfy belated U.S. international obligations.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Effective date of rule; See overall description of deadline section below 05/00/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 02/15/2012 77 FR 8758 

NPRM 07/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-BA85

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB71

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Title: Address Harbor Seal Disturbance at Glacial Sites in Alaska

Abstract: NMFS is considering whether to propose regulations to limit vessel disturbance to harbor seals and protect glaciallyassociated harbor seal habitats in Alaska used for pupping, nursing, resting and molting. The scope of this advance notice of

proposed rulemaking (ANPR) encompasses the activities of any person or vessel that may diminish the value of essential glacial

habitats for harbor seals, result in the unauthorized taking of harbor seals, or cause detrimental individual- or population-level

impacts. NMFS requests information and comments on whether, and if so, what type of, conservation measures, regulations, or

other measures would be appropriate to protect harbor seals from the effects of vessel activity in glacial habitats. Any

recommendations received in response to this ANPR will be considered prior to any proposed rulemaking.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 03/12/2013 78 FR 15669 

Next Stage Undetermined 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB79

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Title: Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat; Implementing Changes to the Regulations

for Designating Critical Habitat

Abstract: The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) (referred to as the

"Services" or "we") propose to amend portions of title 50, part 424, of the Code of Federal Regulations, which implements the

Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). Part 424 clarifies, interprets, and implements portions of the Act

concerning the procedures and criteria used for adding species to the Lists of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants

and designating and revising critical habitat. Specifically, we propose to amend portions of part 424 that clarify procedures for

designating and revising critical habitat. The proposed amendments would make minor edits to the scope and purpose, add and

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remove some definitions, clarify the criteria for designating critical habitat, and clarify the instructions for conducting the impacts

analysis and considering exclusions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 424 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Action 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB80

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Title: Interagency Cooperation--Endangered Species Act of 1973, as Amended; Definition of Destruction or Adverse

Modification of Critical Habitat

Abstract: We, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) (collectively the

Services or we) propose to amend title 50, part 402, of the Code of Federal Regulations, which implements the Endangered

Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). Part 402 establishes the procedural regulations governing interagency cooperation

under section 7 of the Act. The Act requires Federal agencies, in consultation with and with the assistance of the Secretaries of

the Interior and Commerce, to insure that their actions are not likely to jeopardize the continued existence of endangered or

threatened species or result in the destruction or adverse modification of critical habitat of such species. In 1986, the Services

established a definition for destruction or adverse modification (section 402.02) that was found to be invalid by the U.S. Court of

Appeals for the Fifth (2001) and Ninth (2004) Circuits. We propose to amend part 402 to replace the invalidated definition with

one that is consistent with the Act, its legislative history, and circuit court opinions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 402 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Action 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB82

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Title: Draft Policy Regarding Implementation of Section 4(b)(2) of the Endangered Species Act (ESA)

Abstract: When NOAA Fisheries designates critical habitat, it may exclude areas from the designation if the benefits of

exclusion outweigh the benefits of specifying such an area as critical habitat, unless the failure to designate that area would

result in the extinction of the species. This draft policy explains how NOAA Fisheries considers partnerships and conservation

plans, habitat conservation plans, tribal lands, military lands, and Federal lands in the exclusion process. The policy is meant to

complement the Final Rule to Revise Regulations for Conducting Impact Analyses for Critical Habitat Designations and is

intended to clarify expectations regarding critical habitat and provide for a credible, predictable, and simplified critical habitat

exclusion process.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Final Action 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB86

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Title: Amendments to Implement the Internationally Agreed Requirements of the Antarctic Marine Living Resources Convention

Act

Abstract: NMFS is amending regulations to implement internationally agreed requirements pursuant the Antarctic Marine Living

Resources Convention Act. These amendments include: increasing the time for advance notice of fishing activities; clarifying

requirements in the current regulations; updating reporting formats; reducing the time for advance notice of imports of toothfish

species; and enhancing and clarifying transshipment reporting requirements. There are no U.S. businesses currently conducting

Antarctic fishing activities governed by these regulations. The U.S. businesses engaged in importing under these regulations are

expected to benefit from more efficient operations when these changes are made.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 2431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Proposed Rule 05/00/2014 

Final Action 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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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.

Agency Contact: Rod Mcinnis 

Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4005

E-Mail: rod.mcinnis@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB87

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Title: Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Survey Activities of the National Marine Fisheries Service, Southwest Fisheries

Science Center

Abstract: National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) plans to propose regulations to govern the unintentional taking of marine

mammals incidental to survey activities conducted in support of fisheries management. The proposed regulations will set forth

the permissible methods of taking; means of effecting the least practicable adverse impact on the affected species or stocks

and their habitats and, if applicable, on their availability for taking for subsistence uses (i.e., mitigation); and requirements

pertaining to the monitoring and reporting of such taking. Letters of Authorization issued under the regulations would authorize

the take of marine mammals incidental to the specified activities for a 5-year period.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 217 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB92

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Title: Revision of the National Standard 1 Guidelines

Abstract: This action would propose revisions to the National Standard 1 (NS1) guidelines. National Standard 1 of the

Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act states that conservation and management measures shall

prevent overfishing while achieving, on a continuing basis, the optimum yield from each fishery for the United States fishing

industry. NOAA Fisheries last revised the NS1 Guidelines in 2009 to reflect the requirements enacted by the Magnuson-Stevens

Fishery Conservation and Management Reauthorization Act of 2006 for annual catch limits and accountability measures to end

and prevent overfishing. Since 2007, NMFS and the Regional Fishery Management Councils have been implementing the new

annual catch limit and accountability measures requirements. Based on experience gained from implementing annual catch

limits and accountability measures, NMFS has developed new perspectives and identified issues regarding the application of

the NS1 guidelines that may warrant them to be revised to more fully meet the intended goal of preventing overfishing while

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achieving, on a continuing basis, the optimum yield from each fishery. The focus of this action is to improve the NS1 guidelines.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; PL 94-265

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/03/2012 77 FR 26238 

ANPR Comment Period Extended 07/03/2012 77 FR 39459 

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AV60

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC12

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Title: Generic Amendment to Several Fishery Management Plans in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Regions to Modify

Federally-Permitted Seafood Dealer Reporting Requirements

Abstract: To better ensure commercial landings of managed fish stocks do not exceed annual catch limits, improvements are

needed to the accuracy, completeness, consistency, and timeliness of data submitted by federally-permitted seafood dealers.

The purpose of the generic amendment is to change the current reporting requirements for those dealers who purchase fish

managed under several of the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Fishery Management Council fishery management plans.

Changes are proposed to the current six dealer permits to increase the species that must be reported. Changes are also

proposed to the method and frequency of dealer reporting. This action will aid in achieving the optimum yield from each fishery

while reducing (1) undue socioeconomic harm to dealers and fishermen and (2) administrative burdens to fishery agencies

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC26

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Title: Gulf of the Farallones and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries Regulations on Introduced Species

Abstract: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is proposing to modify terms of designation and

regulations on the introduction of introduced species into the Gulf of the Farallones and Monterey Bay national marine

sanctuaries (GFNMS and MBNMS, respectively).

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/18/2013 78 FR 16622 

Proposed Rule 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AX83; Related to 0648-

AT14; Related to 0648-AT15

Agency Contact: Meredith Walz Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-3125

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC34

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Title: Amendment 43 to the FMP for BSAI King and Tanner Crabs and Amendment 103 to the FMP for Groundfish of the BSAI

Abstract: This rule would implement both Amendment 43 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands

King and Tanner Crabs and Amendment 103 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Bering Sea and Aleutian

Islands Management Area. Amendment 43 revises the current rebuilding plan for Pribilof Islands blue king crab (blue king crab)

and Amendment 103 implements groundfish fishing restrictions. A no-trawl Pribilof Islands Habitat Conservation Zone (Zone)

was established in 1995 and the directed fishery for blue king crab has been closed since 1999. A rebuilding plan was

implemented in 2003; however, blue king crab remains overfished and the current rebuilding plan has not achieved adequate

progress towards rebuilding the stock by 2014. The rule would close the Zone to all Pacific cod pot fishing in addition to the

current trawl prohibition. This measure would help support blue king crab rebuilding and prevent exceeding the overfishing limit

of blue king crab by minimizing to the extent practical blue king crab bycatch in the groundfish fisheries.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

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Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC54

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Title: Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Sturgeon Research in the Gulf of Mexico

Abstract: The Gulf sturgeon was listed in 1991 as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife

Service (USFWS) is working with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), the U.S. Geological Survey, and other partners

on several wide-ranging projects across inshore waters of the Gulf of Mexico in designated critical habitat areas for the Gulf

sturgeon. Sturgeon research projects include an annual summer and fall census and fine-scale movement and habitat

assessment within and nearby Choctawhatchee Bay, FL. Sampling locations will occur in Florida, Mississippi, and Louisiana.

The research involves the use of gill nets to capture sturgeon to assess physical condition, implant telemetry transmitters, and

collect census information, among other objectives. This proposed rulemaking sets up the regulatory environment for exempting

takes of marine mammals caused by the sturgeon sampling program. The rule outlines mitigation measures to avoid impacts on

affected species and their habitats, monitoring requirements, and reporting requirements. The rule will remain in effect for five

years. Once the rule is in place, Letters of Authorization (LOAs) may be issued annually under the rule to authorize marine

mammal takes incidental to sturgeon research. Gulf of Maine sturgeon research is an ongoing effort that has resulted in only

one incident of interaction with marine mammals in 26 years of survey efforts, which caused the deaths of two bottlenose

dolphins. Since then, USFWS has implemented avoidance measures designed in collaboration with NMFS. Although

entanglement of marine mammals in gill nets for sturgeon research is extremely rare, and the likelihood is further reduced by the

avoidance measures, incidental take of marine mammals from sturgeon research remains a possibility.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 217 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1371 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Stage Undetermined 10/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC73

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Title: Amendment 99 to Modify the Maximum Length Overall for Longline Catcher/Processors Targeting Groundfish in the

Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Management Area

Abstract: Amendment 99 would modify current limits on the overall length of Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands longline

catcher/processor vessels. The proposed action would establish a process for holders of Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands longline

catcher/processor license limitation program licenses endorsed for Pacific cod, to use a newly built or existing vessel greater in

length overall than the limits specified under the restrictions of the license limitation program license and the American Fisheries

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Act. This action is necessary to promote safety-at-sea, by requiring newly built vessels to meet modern vessel safety standards,

and to facilitate increased retention and utilization of groundfish catch by these vessels by allowing sector participants to use

longer vessels that can accommodate increased processing and hold capabilities.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

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

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC77

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Title: Amendment 3 to the Spiny Dogfish Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: The action would make four modifications to the management measures in the Spiny Dogfish Fishery Management

Plan. These include allowing up to 3 percent of the annual quota to be set aside for research purposes (research set-aside),

updating the essential fish habitat definitions for spiny dogfish, allowing the previous year's management measures to be carried

over into the subsequent year in the case of rulemaking delays, and removing the seasonal allocation of the commercial quota.

The action is needed to improve the efficiency of the Spiny Dogfish Fishery Management Plan, and help reduce misalignment of

regulations with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Interstate Fishery Management Plan for spiny dogfish.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC84

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Title: Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program Trailing Action: Rule to Modify Chafing Gear Regulations for

Midwater Trawl Gear Used in the Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery

Abstract: This action would modify the existing chafing gear regulations for midwater trawl gear, and includes housekeeping

measures to clarify which vessels can use midwater trawl gear and where midwater trawl gear can be used. This action includes

regulations that affect all trawl sectors (Shorebased Individual Fishing Quota Program, Mothership Cooperative Program,

Catcher/Processor Cooperative Program, and tribal fishery) managed under the Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery Management

Plan.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC86

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Title: Billfish Conservation Act of 2012 Implementation

Abstract: NOAA Fisheries is considering proposing a rulemaking to implement the Billfish Conservation Act of 2012. This Act

prohibits any person from offering billfish or billfish products for sale, selling them, or having custody, control, or possession of

them for purposes of offering them for sale. The public, specifically billfish fishermen, wholesalers, and retailers, are uncertain

about how to interpret this law. This action will serve as one mechanism to inform them.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 112-183

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 04/04/2013 78 FR 20291 

NPRM 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

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Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC92

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Title: Inner Limit of the Exclusive Economic Zone under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act

Abstract: This action would define the term "inner limit of the exclusive economic zone" under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery

Conservation and Management Act (MSA). The MSA establishes sovereign rights and exclusive management authority over

fishery resources of the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone. The inner limit of the Exclusive Economic Zone is described as a line

coterminous with the seaward boundary of each of the coastal states. NMFS, as well as the U.S. Coast Guard and state

partners, enforce Federal fishery regulations on the basis of the 3 nautical mile line as it is represented on NOAA charts. The

use of 3 nautical mile line has caused confusion when NOAA charts are updated because the baseline for establishing this line

is ambulatory. NMFS proposes to clarify/correct this by defining this seaward boundary line to be a line established pursuant to

the Submerged Lands Act.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC95

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Title: Fisheries Off West Coast States; West Coast Salmon Fisheries; Amendment 18; Essential Fish Habitat Descriptions for

Pacific Salmon

Abstract: The proposed action would implement Amendment 18 to the Pacific Coast Salmon Fishery Management Plan. The

purpose of the amendment is to address revisions to the Pacific coast salmon essential fish habitat provisions under the

Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD02

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Title: Vessel Monitoring Systems; Specification of Requirements for Mobile Transmitting Unit Type Approval

Abstract: All vessels participating in a NOAA Vessel Monitoring System program are required to acquire a NMFS-approved

mobile transmitting unit to comply with the Vessel Monitoring System requirements. Previously, this action was only taken

through the publication of a notice in the Federal Register. However, this rule will establish the type-approval standards,

specifications, and procedures that vendors may reference to maintain type-approval for their products and/or services. This

action will establish type-approval standards for the initial approval, subsequent assessments, and the procedures for rescinding

the type-approval if the vendor fails to comply with the performance standards. This action is necessary to ensure Vessel

Monitoring System vendors continue to meet minimum performance standards over the long term.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD03

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Title: Amendment 102 to the FMP for Groundfish of the BSAI to Establish a Community Quota Entity Program in the Aleutian

Islands and a Regulatory Amendment to Allow IFQ Derived From Category D Quota Share

Abstract: Amendment 102 and the proposed implementing regulations would create a Community Quota Entity Program in

Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) regulatory area 4B in the Aleutian Islands, similar to the existing Community Quota Entity

Program in the Gulf of Alaska. Amendment 102 would allow eligible communities in Area 4B to establish a designated nonprofit entity as a Community Quota Entity to purchase halibut and sablefish catcher vessel quota shares in order to provide

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economic benefits to the community.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 773 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD05

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Title: Amendment 27 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region

Abstract: In a notice of Agency action published in the Federal Register on December 16, 2011 (76 FR 78245), the Gulf of

Mexico Fishery Management Council announced that it would no longer manage Nassau grouper and that the South Atlantic

Fishery Management Council (South Atlantic Council) agreed to take over management of the species. However, the transfer of

management authority of Nassau grouper is not complete until the South Atlantic Council takes action to assume management

of the species in the Gulf of Mexico. The South Atlantic Council agreed to take over management of the species in the Gulf of

Mexico because Nassau grouper is caught primarily in the South Atlantic region. Therefore, Amendment 27 would extend the

authority of the South Atlantic Council to manage Nassau grouper in the Gulf of Mexico.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD07

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Title: Regulatory Amendment 14 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region

Abstract: The purpose of Regulatory Amendment 14 is to enhance socioeconomic benefits to fishermen and fishing

communities that utilize the snapper-grouper fishery. Specifically, this rulemaking will modify the fishing year for greater

amberjack, increase the minimum size limit for hogfish, modify the fishing year for black sea bass, change the commercial

fishing season for vermilion snapper, modify the aggregate grouper bag limit, and revise the accountability measures for gag

and vermilion snapper. Modifying the accountability measures for gag and vermilion snapper would enhance consistency and

accuracy in the approach taken when the annual catch limit is met or projected to be met for these species.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 04/17/2013 78 FR 22846 

Notice 08/02/2013 78 FR 46925 

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD08

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Title: Amendment 5 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Dolphin Wahoo Fishery of the Atlantic

Abstract: Amendment 5 to the Dolphin Wahoo Fishery Management Plan includes revisions to the acceptable biological

catches, annual catch limits, recreational annual catch targets, and accountability measures for dolphin and wahoo;

modifications to the framework procedure; and modifications to the sector allocations and trip limits for dolphin. The revisions

incorporate updates to the recreational data as per the Marine Recreational Information Program, as well as revisions to

commercial and for-hire landings. The revisions are necessary to avoid triggering accountability measures for dolphin and

wahoo based on recreational data under the Marine Recreational Fisheries Statistics Survey system. National Marine Fisheries

Service no longer uses the Marine Recreational Fisheries Statistics Survey system and now estimates recreational landings

using the Marine Recreational Information Program. Additionally, this amendment would modify the framework procedure for

dolphin and wahoo; modify sector allocations and adjust trip limits for dolphin.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD11

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Title: Amendment 44 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs

Abstract: Amendment 44 would modify some of the current provisions for community rights of first refusal on certain processor

quota share and individual processor quota transfers. The proposed actions address the public's and the North Pacific Councils

concerns, and are necessary to help protect the interests of certain communities. This rule would increase the time a community

has to exercise and perform the right of first refusal. It would remove a provision under which the right lapses if individual

processing quota is used outside the community for three consecutive years. The rule also modifies a provision under which

rights lapse if a right is triggered by a transfer, and the community entity fails to exercise the right. Lastly, the rule would create

a notice requirement for processor quota share holders. These notices are intended to improve the information available to both

NMFS and right holders to ascertain the status of rights and to allow right holders to more effectively assert their interests under

the right.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; PL 109-241; PL 109-479

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business; Organizations Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AS47

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD12

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Title: Revision to Regulatory Requirements for the Subsistence Taking of Northern Fur Seals on St. George, Alaska

Abstract: NMFS proposes to modify the subsistence harvest regulations for the Eastern Pacific stock of northern fur seals

based on a petition from the Pribilof Island Community of St. George Island, Traditional Council (Council). NMFS has evaluated

the effects of the proposed modification of the regulations and has worked with the Council to develop the proposed rule to

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authorize residents of St. George Island to take sub-adult male fur seals and up to 150 male young of the year (i.e., pups)

during a second autumn harvest season at all available breeding and hauling grounds co-managed by NMFS and the Council.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1151 et seq; 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-BB09

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD18

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Title: Boundary Expansion of Cordell Bank and Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuaries

Abstract: NOAA is considering extending the boundaries of the two sanctuaries to add the northern area from Bodega Bay,

Sonoma County to Alder Creek, Mendocino County, and west to the edge of the continental shelf. NOAA is also considering

amending the regulations and management plans for GFNMS and CBNMS to this area. The boundary expansion would protect

the upwelling source waters of the sanctuaries as well as nationally-significant seascapes, wildlife, and shipwrecks, and would

promote ecotourism and sustainable fishing practices. If expanded, the new sanctuary boundaries could protect up to an

additional 2,771 square statute miles.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Helene Scalliet Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-7281

E-Mail: helene.scalliet@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD21

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Title: Joint for-Hire Generic Reporting Amendment for the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico

Abstract: This action would require headboat vessel operators to submit electronic fishing records (via computer or internet)

rather than paper logbooks for the South Atlantic snapper-grouper, dolphin wahoo, and coastal migratory pelagics fisheries. It

also gives NMFS the flexibility to modify the reporting frequency, via notice, if this becomes necessary in the future. Electronic

reporting will allow for more timely data collection which would help with tracking recreational annual catch limits and preventing

annual catch limits overages.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD22

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Title: Amendment 5b to the Highly Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose management measures for dusky sharks based on a recent stock assessment, taking

into consideration comments received on the proposed rule and Amendment 5 to the 2006 Consolidated Highly Migratory

Species Fishery Management Plan. This rulemaking could consider a range of commercial and recreational management

measures in both directed and incidental shark fisheries including, among other things, gear modifications, time/area closures,

permitting, shark identification requirements, and reporting requirements. NMFS determined dusky sharks are still overfished

and still experiencing overfishing and originally proposed management measures to end overfishing and rebuild dusky sharks in

a proposed rule for Draft Amendment 5 to the 2006 Consolidated Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan.

That proposed rule also contained management measures for scalloped hammerhead, sandbar, blacknose and Gulf of Mexico

blacktip sharks. NMFS issued management measures for scalloped hammerhead, sandbar, blacknose and Gulf of Mexico

blacktip sharks in a final rule and final amendment referred to as "Amendment 5a" to the 2006 Consolidated Atlantic Highly

Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan. Dusky shark management measures will be addressed in this separate, but

related, action and will be referred to as "Amendment 5b."

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 635 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD23

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Title: Amendment 105 Bering Sea Flatfish Harvest Specifications Flexibility

Abstract: This proposed action is intended to provide additional harvest opportunities to participants in Bering Sea and Aleutian

Islands (BSAI) flatfish fisheries while (1) maintaining catch below the annual catch limits for these species and (2) ensuring that

the maximum optimum yield for BSAI groundfish fisheries will not be exceeded. Specifically, Amendment 105 to the BSAI

Fishery Management Plan would establish a process for Amendment 80 cooperatives and Western Alaska Community

Development Quota groups to exchange harvest quota from one of the three flatfish species for an equivalent amount of quota

of another species. In no case could the amount of fish exchanged exceed the annual catch limit, commonly known as the

allowable biological catch (ABC), of that species. This action would modify the annual harvest specification process to allow the

North Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) to establish the maximum amount of harvest quota that can be exchanged

for each of the three flatfish species. This process would allow the Council to establish a buffer below the ABC to account for

management or socioeconomic considerations. Each participant could only exchange harvest quota up to three times per year.

This action is intended to promote the goals and objectives of the BSAI Fishery Management Plan, the Magnuson-Stevens

Fishery Conservation and Management Act, and other applicable laws.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD25

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Title: Amendment 39 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Resources of the Gulf of Mexico

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to facilitate management of the recreational red snapper component in the reef fish

fishery by reorganizing the Federal fishery management strategy to better account for biological, social, and economic

differences among the regions of the Gulf of Mexico. Regional management would enable regions and their associated

communities to specify the optimal management parameters that best meet the needs of their local constituents thereby

addressing regional socio-economic concerns.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 05/13/2013 78 FR 27956 

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD28

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Title: Consolidation of Certain Tables and Figures in 50 CFR Part 679

Abstract: BSAI Amendment 89 prohibited nonpelagic trawling in certain waters of the Bering Sea subarea to protect bottom

habitat from the potential adverse effects of nonpelagic trawling. Amendment 89 also established the Northern Bering Sea

Research Area for studying the impacts of nonpelagic trawling on bottom habitat. BSAI Amendment 89 created new coordinate

tables and figures for the areas closed to nonpelagic trawling and the research area. The Bering Sea Habitat Conservation Area;

Northern Bering Sea Research Area; and Nunivak Island, Etolin Strait, and Kuskokwim Bay Habitat Conservation Area are

described in Tables 42, 43, and 44, and Figures 16, 17, and 21 to part 679, respectively. St. Lawrence Island Habitat

Conservation Area is described in Table 45 and Figure 17. St. Matthew Island Habitat Conservation Area is described in Table

46 to part 679. The standard format of the 50 CFR part 679 regulations has one graphic with a figure number to contain both

the (a) map and the (b) coordinates that describe the map. This rule would adjust the appropriate figures and tables to meet

that standard format. This rule would combine the appropriate coordinates and figures into one figure and would remove those

tables affected in this process. It is unnecessarily complicated for the public to refer to one page for the map of the area and

refer to one or more other pages for the coordinates of the same area. In addition, the rule would replace all cross-references in

the 679 regulations to the newly redesignated figures and tables.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221 

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FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD30

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Title: Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program Trailing Actions: Permitting Requirements for Observer and

Catch Monitor Providers

Abstract: This action would modify regulations pertaining to certified catch monitors and observers required under the Pacific

Coast Groundfish Fishery Management Plan. The action specifies permitting requirements for business entities interested in

providing certified observers and catch monitor services, as well as addresses numerous housekeeping measures and updates

observer provider and vessel responsibilities relative to observer safety such that the regulations are consistent with the Coast

Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012. This action affects individuals serving as certified catch monitors and observers,

business entities that provide certified catch monitors and observers, vessels that are required to carry certified observers, and

shore-based business entities that are required to employ the services of certified catch monitors.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD35

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Title: Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Amendment 106 to Allow American Fisheries Act Vessel Replacement

Abstract: This action allows owners of American Fisheries Act vessels to replace and rebuild American Fisheries Act vessels

to improve vessel safety and improve operational efficiencies without limit on the size and horsepower of the replacement or

rebuilt vessel. This action also allows the owner of an American Fisheries Act catcher vessel to remove the vessel from an

American Fisheries Act vessel cooperative. This action preserves restrictions that prevent American Fisheries Act vessels from

expanding fishing effort outside of Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands beyond historical catch levels in the Gulf of Alaska.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; PL 111-281

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD36

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Title: Supplement to Amendment 26 and Amendment 29 to the Fishery Management Plan for Reef Fish in the Gulf of Mexico

Abstract: Amendment 26 to the Reef Fish Fishery Management Plan established the Gulf of Mexico Red Snapper Individual

Fishing Quota program. Amendment 29 to the Reef Fish Fishery Management Plan established the Gulf of Mexico GrouperTilefish Individual Fishing Quota program. The intended effect of this action is to make revisions and clarifications to the

requirements and procedures for collecting information in order to enhance the monitoring, enforcement, and review of the

Individual Fishing Quota programs as specified in Amendment 26 and Amendment 29. In part this administrative rule would

address: the requirements for how to weigh and report Individual Fishing Quota landings; the extension of the advance notice of

landing reporting window from 12 to 24 hours; the specifying of procedures for closing an Individual Fishing Quota account; the

altering of requirements for submitting an advanced notice of landing; the requirement for landing transactions to be completed

on the day of offload, but no more than 72 hours from the time indicated on the landing notice; and the authorization of vessels

to land early at an approved landing location if authorized by a law enforcement officer.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD37

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Title: Modifications to the Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rockfish Conservation Area Boundaries

Abstract: This action would implement recommendations from the Pacific Fishery Management Council to liberalize trawl

Rockfish Conservation Area boundaries for participants in the Pacific Coast groundfish shorebased individual fishing quota

program, beginning November 1, 2013 through the end of 2014. Different trawl Rockfish Conservation Area variations have

been in place since 2002-2003 and are typically adjusted through routine inseason actions to keep overfished fish species

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within acceptable catch limits or harvest guidelines. This rule proposes to modify the trawl Rockfish Conservation Area

boundaries in order to increase access to target species. This rule would increase fishermen's access to their target species

allocations, while allowing the individual accountability inherent in the individual fishing quota program to reduce bycatch. This

action would also increase the flexibility and efficiency for individual fishing quota program participants and maintain the full

catch accounting requirements of the individual fishing quota program.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD40

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Title: Recreational Accountability Measures Omnibus Amendment

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to implement new accountability measures for five of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery

Management Councils (Council) recreational fisheries: Atlantic mackerel, Atlantic bluefish, summer flounder, scup, and black

sea bass. These accountability measures would replace the accountability measures that were established in 2011 in the

Councils Omnibus Annual Catch Limit / Accountability Measures Amendment. The Council is proposing to remove the in-season

closure authority granted to the Regional Administrator; modify the pound-for-pound payback such that it would not apply in all

circumstances; and better incorporate statistical theory in the determination of recreational catch estimates, relative to an

annual catch limit.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD41

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Title: Abbreviated Framework Action to Establish Funding Responsibilities for the Electronic Logbook Program in the Shrimp

Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico

Abstract: Amendment 13 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Shrimp Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico United States Waters

established the requirement for the shrimp electronic logbook program. To date, NMFS has funded the deployment of electronic

logbook units on approximately 500 shrimp vessels. To continue the program, industry would need to share in the cost of the

program. Therefore, this action proposes a cost-sharing program that would allow NMFS to cover the costs of software

development, data storage, effort estimation analysis, and archival activities, while the fishing industry would cover the costs of

installing and maintaining the units and data transmission from the units to a NOAA server. A grant program has already

covered the initial costs to purchase the new electronic logbook units for each of the shrimp permit holders in the Gulf.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD44

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Title: International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Fishing Restrictions Regarding

the Oceanic Whitetip Shark and the Whale Shark

Abstract: The rule would establish regulations under authority of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention

Implementation Act to implement decisions of the Commission for the Conservation and Management of Highly Migratory Fish

Stocks in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean on fishing restrictions regarding the oceanic whitetip shark and the whale

shark. The regulations would apply to owners and operators of U.S. fishing vessels used for commercial fishing for highly

migratory species in the area of application of the Convention on the Conservation and Management of Highly Migratory Fish

Stocks in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean (Convention). The regulations for oceanic whitetip sharks would prohibit the

retention, transshipment, storage, or landing of oceanic whitetip sharks and would require the release of any oceanic whitetip

shark as soon as possible after it is caught. The regulations for whale sharks would prohibit setting a purse seine on a whale

shark and would specify certain measures to be taken and reporting requirements in the event a whale shark is encircled in a

purse seine net. This action is necessary for the United States to satisfy its obligations under the Convention, to which it is a

Contracting Party.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 6901 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD45

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Title: Southern New England Effort Controls to Address Lobster Stock Rebuilding Measures

Abstract: NMFS announces that the Agency is considering, and seeking public comment on, revisions to Federal American

lobster regulations intended to assist in rebuilding the Southern New England lobster stock. The proposed measures include

trap reductions in Lobster Management Areas 2 and 3, a minimum carapace size increase for Lobster Management Area 3,

mandatory v-notching of egg-bearing female lobster in Lobster Management Areas 2, 4, and 5, and seasonal closures in

Lobster Management Areas 4, 5, and 6. These actions are recommended for Federal implementation by the Atlantic States

Marine Fisheries Commission (Commission). The proposed stock rebuilding measures were recommended by the Commission

in consultation with some, but not all, Federal lobster permit holders through associated industry participation on the

Commissions Lobster Conservation Management Teams. While this action could limit fishing effort and landings by Federal

lobster permit holders in Southern New England, the proposed measures are consistent with those already implemented by the

affected states.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 08/20/2013 78 FR 51131 

NPRM 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD46

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Title: Western Pacific Pelagic Fisheries; Territorial Longline Catch and Effort Limits and Assignments

Abstract: The Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriation Act of 2012, as extended through the end of 2013 by section

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110 of the Consolidated and Further Appropriations Act of 2013, directed the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council to

amend its fishery ecosystem plan for pelagic fisheries to authorize U.S. Participating Territories of the Western and Central

Pacific Fisheries Commission (American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam) to use, assign, allocate, and manage

their catch and effort limits for highly migratory fish stocks through arrangements with U.S. vessels permitted under the plan.

The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council has therefore recommended establishing a process for assigning territorial

catch or effort limit to U.S. vessels that meet specific criteria. Based on the Councils recommendations, NMFS would describe

the terms, conditions, and process for U.S. vessels to enter into a fishing arrangement with a territory. Under the proposed

amendment, and as part of the specification for the first year, NMFS would specify an annual longline catch limit for bigeye tuna

of 2,000 mt for each territory. Each territory would be allowed to enter into fishing arrangements to transfer up to 1,000 mt of

that limit, per year, to eligible U.S. vessels.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 665 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD48

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Title: Amendment 97 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska to Establish Chinook Salmon

Prohibited Species Catch Limits for the Non-pollock Trawl Fisheries

Abstract: This rule would limit Chinook salmon prohibited species catch in the Western and Central Gulf of Alaska non-pollock

trawl fisheries. Chinook salmon is a fully utilized species in Alaska coastal subsistence, recreational, and commercial fisheries.

In recent years the returns of Chinook salmon to some Alaska river systems have been below the biological escapement goals

established by the State of Alaska. This action is necessary to minimize the catch of Chinook salmon to the extent practicable in

the Gulf of Alaska non-pollock trawl fisheries. The proposed rule would establish a 7,500 Chinook salmon prohibited species

annual limit that would be seasonally apportioned among fishing vessel sectors. If a sector reached its Chinook salmon

prohibited species limit, further directed fishing for groundfish by vessels in that sector and season would be prohibited. Vessel

operators would be required to retain salmon until the number of salmon has been determined by the vessel or plant observer

and the observers data collection has been completed. About 70 vessels could be affected by this action. This action could

reduce revenues from the fisheries, if the Chinook salmon prohibited species limit is reached before the groundfish quota is

harvested. The action may also increase costs if vessel operators move fishing operations or take other actions to lower their

catch of Chinook salmon.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 773 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD49

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Title: Framework Action to the FMP of the Reef Fish Resources and Coastal Migratory Pelagics Resources of the Gulf of

Mexico and South Atlantic Regions: Headboat Electronic Reporting Requirements

Abstract: The purpose of this framework action is to modify the data reporting requirements for federally permitted headboat

vessels in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Regions to ensure effort, landings, and discard information of managed fish

stocks are recorded accurately and in a timely manner. The proposed action would modify the requirements for headboat

vessels to submit fishing records to the Southeast Fisheries Science Center from a monthly to a weekly basis, or at intervals

shorter than a week if notified by the Southeast Regional Director. The proposed rule would also change the current method of

submitting reports by paper and mail to submitting them electronically (i.e., computer or internet). This action is intended to

address the need for timely data while minimizing industry or administrative burden, and would also provide additional flexibility

to accommodate unusual circumstances that may occur. The action is also compatible with proposed modifications to headboat

data reporting for permitted vessels managed by the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council and would reduce the

administrative burden and simplify reporting requirements for vessel owners or operators harvesting species managed jointly by

the Gulf and South Atlantic Councils (i.e., species managed under the Coastal Migratory Pelagic Resources Fishery

Management Plan).

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD50

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Title: Framework Adjustment 8 to the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: Framework 8 announces several changes to facilitate the operation of the butterfish discard cap on the longfin squid

fishery. The alternatives proposed in Framework 8 would allocate the butterfish discard cap among the trimesters in the same

percentages used for the trimester allocations for longfin squid In addition, Framework 8 proposes allowing NMFS to transfer, in

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either direction, a certain amount of unused quota between the butterfish landing allocation and the discard cap on the longfin

squid fishery. This would occur near the end of the year in order to optimally utilize the butterfish that is available for fishing

each year.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD51

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Title: Designation of an Experimental Population of Spring-run Chinook Salmon in the Okanogan River Subbasin in

Washington State Under Section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act

Abstract: This action is to designate an experimental population of Spring-run Chinook salmon in the Okanogan River subbasin

in Washington State under Section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act. The proposed designation will be for a non-essential

population and include proposed protective regulations. The Upper Columbia River spring-run Chinook salmon evolutionarily

significant unit (ESU) was listed as endangered in 1999. Salmon from this ESU spawn in three river subbasins in eastern

Washington State. A fourth population historically inhabited the Okanogan River subbasin, but was extirpated due to overfishing,

hydropower development, and habitat degradation. The recovery plan for this ESU identifies re-establishment of a population in

the Okanogan River basin as a recovery action. NMFS received a request from the Confederated Tribes of the Colville

Reservation (Tribe) to designate a non-essential experimental population of Upper Columbia River Chinook salmon. This

population would be established in the Okanogan River subbasin using excess hatchery-reared fish from the neighboring

Methow River subbasin.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 223 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1539 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

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FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD52

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Title: Management Measures for Fishing Years 2014-2016 Tropical Tunas in the Eastern Pacific Ocean

Abstract: This rule implements the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commissions Resolution on a Multiannual Program for the

Conservation of Tuna in the Eastern Pacific Ocean during 2014-2016 (C-13-01). This resolution requires that the United States

restrict the catch of bigeye tuna in the longline fishery and the effort in the purse seine fishery in the eastern Pacific Ocean in

each of the years 2014, 2015, and 2016 to prevent overfishing of bigeye and yellowfin tuna. Overall, the expected impacts on

bigeye tuna and other living marine resources from this action are expected to be beneficial, because they would implement a

landings limit on bigeye tuna and purse seine closure periods where they currently do not exist. This action is likely to have

negligible economic impacts because: (i) the longline fishery based out of Hawaii operates primarily outside the Inter-American

Tropical Tuna Commission Convention Area, (ii) based on historical data, NMFS predicts the 500-mt quota on bigeye tuna is

not likely to be reached; and (iii) as for the purse seine closure, currently only five U.S. vessels of class 4 or greater fish in the

Convention Area, all of which are capable of fishing outside of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Convention Area.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD53

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Title: Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution for the Conservation of Whale Sharks and

the Collection and Analyses of Data on Fish Aggregating Devices

Abstract: This rule would implement the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commissions Resolution intended to conserve whale

sharks and collect information on fish aggregating devices. This action requires that by July 1, 2014, owners and operators of

purse seine vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean would be prohibited from setting a purse seine on a school of tuna associated

with a live whale shark, if the shark is sighted prior to the beginning of the set. If a whale shark is encircled in the purse seine

net the master of the vessel would be required to ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to ensure its safe release and

report the details of the incident to the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission and NMFS. By January 1, 2015, owners and

operators of purse seine vessels operating in the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Convention area when fishing on

fish aggregating devices would be required to collect and report the fish aggregating devices location and type. The data may

be collected through a dedicated logbook, modifications to existing regional log sheets, or other domestic reporting procedures.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 16 USC 951 et seq; 16 USC 961 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD54

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Title: Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution to Establish a Vessel Monitoring System

Program in the Eastern Pacific Ocean

Abstract: This rule would implement the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commissions Resolution intended to require owners

and operators of tuna-fishing vessels to have installed, activate, carry and operate vessel monitoring system units (also known

as mobile transmitting units). This regulation would apply to owners and operators of tuna-fishing vessels 24 meters or more in

length operating in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The vessel monitoring system units would have to be type-approved and

authorize the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission and NMFS to receive and relay transmissions (also called position

reports) from the vessel monitoring system unit. Vessel monitoring systems may enhance the safety of some vessels by allowing

the vessels location to be tracked, which could assist in rescue efforts. This regulation would apply to commercial vessels and

would not apply to recreational or charter vessels. This rule would apply to approximately seventy-four vessels, however,

roughly thirty-eight of these vessels are already subject to vessel monitoring system requirements under the Western and

Central Pacific Fisheries Commission. Due to the relatively small number of vessels affected, this rule is not expected to garner

public opposition or congressional interest.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 951 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD55

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Title: Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution to Adopt Conservation and Management

Measures for Pacific Bluefin Tuna in the Eastern Pacific Ocean

Abstract: This action proposes regulations adopted by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission that would place a limit

on commercial harvests of Pacific bluefin tuna in the eastern Pacific Ocean in 2014. The Inter-American Tropical Tuna

Commission resolution imposes an international aggregate catch limit of 5,000 metric tons for commercial fleets in the Eastern

Pacific Ocean and, as in past years, the Resolution allows a minimum of 500 metric tons for nations such as the United States

that have historically fished Pacific bluefin tuna in the Eastern Pacific Ocean but do not harvest large amounts. The rule is

expected to have a beneficial impact on Pacific bluefin tuna and other living marine resources since it would extend catch limits

currently set to expire December 31, 2013. This rule is likely to have negligible economic impacts because the U.S. fleets that

catch Pacific bluefin tuna have not caught more than 500 metric tons of bluefin in more than a decade.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 951 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

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.

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD56

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Title: Framework Adjustment 8 to the Monkfish Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: Framework Adjustment 8 would specify acceptable biological catch amounts and annual catch limits for the monkfish

fishery during fishing years 2014-2016 based on an updated stock assessment completed in April 2013. This action would also

set monkfish days-at-sea allocations and trip limits for both the Northern and Southern Fishery Management Areas to achieve

recommended annual catch targets. In addition, this action would allow vessels issued a limited access monkfish Category H

permit to fish throughout the Southern Fishery Management Area. Both the directed and incidental monkfish fisheries would be

affected by this action. Specifically, Category H vessels would be provided with greater flexibility to fish for monkfish in a

broader geographical area. Since the fishery has not fully harvested available quotas in recent years, it is not expected that

potential increases or decreases in catch allowances are likely to have a substantial economic effect.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/00/2014 

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

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD58

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Title: South Atlantic Coastal Migratory Pelagics Framework Action 2013

Abstract: Currently in the South Atlantic, transfer of harvested fish at sea is prohibited for any species under a commercial trip

limit, and only two gillnets are allowed on a federally permitted Spanish mackerel vessel. In some instances the trip limit may be

exceeded with just one gillnet set, and the excess fish must be discarded. Most discarded fish caught in gillnet gear die due to

trauma caused during capture. The Framework Action would allow a portion of a gillnet and its contents to be transferred from a

vessel that has met the Spanish mackerel trip limit to another vessel that has not yet reached the trip limit. Allowing transfer at

sea for federally permitted Spanish mackerel vessels using gillnet gear is intended to reduce dead discards and minimize waste

when catch in one net exceeds the trip limit for the vessel. Additionally, the Framework Action would modify the commercial trip

limits for Atlantic king mackerel in the Florida east coast subzone. The current system of trip limits may increase the rate of

harvest causing the commercial sector to close before Lent, the most lucrative part of the fishing season. Therefore, the trip limit

modifications that would be implemented through the Framework Action are expected to help minimize lost opportunities to fish

and optimize profitability in the king mackerel sector of the coastal migratory pelagics fishery.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD59

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Title: Implementation of a Program for Transshipments by Large Scale Fishing Vessels in the Eastern Pacific Ocean

Abstract: This rule would establish the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission program to monitor transshipments by largescale tuna fishing vessels. This rule would govern transshipments by U.S. large-scale tuna fishing vessels and carrier, or

receiving, vessels. The rule would establish: criteria for transshipping in port; criteria for transshipping at sea by longline vessels,

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only to an authorized carrier vessel with an Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission observer onboard and an operational

vessel monitoring system; and the Pacific Transshipment Declaration Form, which must be used to report transshipments in the

Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Convention Area. The rule is neither applicable to troll or pole-and-line vessels, nor

to vessels that transship fresh fish at sea. Very few transshipments occur annually and occurrence in the Eastern Pacific Ocean

is uncertain. The vessels which may transship are from the Western and Central Pacific Ocean fleet, which cross into the

Eastern Pacific Ocean. A similar rule was adopted in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean and NMFS calculated that an

average of twenty-four at-sea transshipments of fish caught by longline gear in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean have

occurred annually from 1993 through 2009; only four in 2011. Although it is unknown how many may occur in the Eastern Pacific

Ocean, it is likely much less than twenty-four.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 951 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

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.

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD60

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Title: Revisions to Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary Regulations

Abstract: The regulations would be revised to clarify the prohibition on anchoring and add an exemption to allow the use of

small, temporary marker buoys in the Sanctuary.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: National Marine Sanctuaries Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Helene Scalliet Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-7281

E-Mail: helene.scalliet@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD61

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Title: Amendment 45 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crab Freezer

Longline Catcher/Processor Pacific Cod Sideboard Removal

Abstract: This rule would establish conditions for the removal of Gulf of Alaska Pacific cod catch limits, known as sideboards,

which apply to some catcher/processor vessels using hook-and-line gear, also known as freezer longliners. The newly

reorganized sideboard limits have effectively eliminated the ability of these stakeholders to participate in these GOA fisheries.

The rule would remove the Gulf of Alaska Pacific cod sideboards from 6 freezer longline vessels if owners of vessels endorsed

to catch and process Pacific cod in the Western Gulf of Alaska, Central Gulf of Alaska, or both (a total of 9 vessels) agree to

removal the sideboards, within one year from the effective date of a final rule. If an agreement is not reached by the deadline

the sideboarded vessels would not be able to participate in the Gulf of Alaska fisheries. The requirement for an agreement is

intended to promote cooperation among all affected parties prior to the removal of sideboards.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD62

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Title: Taking of Marine Mammals Incidental to U.S. Air Force Launches, Aircraft and Helicopter Operations, and Harbor

Activities Related to Vehicles from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California

Abstract: NMFS plans to issue regulations to govern the unintentional taking of marine mammals, by harassment, incidental to

U.S. Air Force launch, aircraft, and helicopter operations from Vandenberg Air Force Base launch complexes and Delta Mariner

operations, cargo unloading activities, and harbor maintenance dredging in support of the Delta IV/Evolved Expendable Launch

Vehicle launch activity on south VAFB. The proposed regulations will set forth the permissible methods of taking, other means

of effecting the least practicable adverse impact on the affected species or stocks and their habitats (i.e., mitigation), and the

requirements pertaining to the monitoring and reporting of such taking.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 217 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD63

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Title: Change to Fishing Season Start Date; Pacific Sardine Fishery; Coastal Pelagic Species Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: This action would implement regulations to change the date of the start of the Pacific sardine fishery from January 1

to July 1. Each year NMFS implements regulations that set the annual quota for the Pacific sardine fishing season that begins

January 1 ends December 31 and that is divided into three seasonal allocation periods based on set percentages in the Fishery

Management Plan. These annual quotas are based in large part on the results of annual stock assessments that provide

biomass estimates from which the quota is calculated. This action changes the annual Pacific sardine fishing season so that it

begins July 1 and ends June 30 of the following year and would allow the completion of the research and science that is used

for the annual stock assessments. No changes to the annual allocation structure would be made, as the percentages associated

with each seasonal allocation would remain the same, as would the current quota roll-over provisions.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD64

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Title: Information Collection Program for Atlantic Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Fisheries

Abstract: NMFS is implementing this information collection program at the request of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management

Council (Council). This program will collect additional information about the individuals who hold and/or control Individual

Transferable Quota in the Atlantic surfclam and ocean quahog fisheries. This information will be used by the Council in the

consideration and development of excessive shares cap(s) in these Individual Transferable Quota fisheries.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD65

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Title: 2014 Specifications and Management Measures for the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management

Plan

Abstract: This action establishes catch levels and associated management measures for the 2014 fishing year for species

managed under the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan. The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management

Council reaffirmed the 3-year catch level recommendations for Illex squid and longfin squid (2012-2014), and for Atlantic

mackerel (2013-2015), so no changes are proposed for catch levels for those species. The proposed action would: • Increase

the butterfish ABC by 8 percent and the butterfish landings limit by 24 percent compared to 2013; • Set a 236 mt cap on river

herring and shad catch in the mackerel fishery; • Raise the post-closure possession limit for longfin squid to 10,000 lb for

vessels targeting Illex squid; and • Change the butterfish Phase 3 trip limit to 600 lb (from 500 lb) for longfin squid/butterfish

moratorium permit holders to make it consistent with the incidental butterfish trip limit.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD66

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Title: Modifications to Identification Markings on Fishing Gear Marker Buoys

Abstract: This proposed rule would eliminate the requirement that buoys marking the location of commercial fishing gear be

marked with the vessel's name, in addition to a vessel identification number. Regulations in 50 CFR part 679 require buoy

markings to make it possible to identify the vessel from which the gear was deployed. Experience shows that it is not necessary

to mark buoys with both the vessel's name and Federal fisheries permit number. While one vessel may share the same name

as another vessel, vessel identification numbers are exclusive and unique to the recipient vessel. The purpose of this action is

to reduce regulatory burdens by eliminating the requirement to mark buoys with the vessel's name. The proposed action will

reduce costs to vessel owners by reducing the labor and materials needed to mark buoys.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balisger 

Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

P.O. Box 21668, Juneau, AK 99802

Juneau , AK 99802 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7249

E-Mail: james.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AT31

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Title: American Lobster Fishery; Fishing Effort Control Measures to Complement Interstate Lobster Management

Recommendations by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission

Abstract: The action would limit future access in the Lobster Conservation Management Area (Area) 2 and Outer Cape Area

lobster trap fishery based on historic participation criteria, and implement a transferable trap program in Area 2, Area 3, and the

Outer Cape Area as recommended by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission. NMFS proposes to use the same

historic participation data and qualification criteria used by State agencies to qualify State lobstermen fishing in the State waters

of the subject management areas.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 697 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 5101 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/10/2005 70 FR 24495 

ANPRM Comment Period End 06/09/2005 

Notice of Public Meeting 05/03/2010 75 FR 23245 

NPRM 06/12/2013 78 FR 35217 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.nero.noaa.gov/StateFedOff Public Comment

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Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AU01

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Title: Resource Agency Hearings and Alternatives Development Procedures in Hydropower Licenses

Abstract: NOAA Fisheries, Department of the Interior, and Department of Agriculture are jointly revising the procedures they

established in their November 2005 interim final rules for expedited hydropower trial-type hearings and alternative fishway

prescriptions pursuant to the Energy Policy Act of 2005. Under that Act, hydropower companies may challenge NOAA Fisheries

fishway prescriptions in trial-type hearings and can suggest alternative fishway prescriptions. The rules are being published as

interim final rules with the opportunity for public comment partly in response to a request by interested parties to provide their

input on how the rules could be improved based on their experiences over the past few years.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 221 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 791(a); 16 USC 797(e); 16 USC 811

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 11/17/2005 70 FR 69804 

Next Stage Undetermined 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0596-AC42; Related to 1094-AA51 Related Agencies: Joint: OHA; Joint: USDA

Agency Contact: Melanie Harris 

Marine Habitat Resource Specialist

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

NMFS, Office of Habitat Conservation, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-4300 Extension: 154 

FAX: 301 713-4305

E-Mail: melanie.harris@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AV81

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Title: Confidentiality of Information

Abstract: This rule would revise regulations that address confidentiality of information requirements necessary to implement

NMFS interpretation of certain provisions of the Magnuson-Stevens Act. The proposed rule addresses the requirement to

maintain the confidentiality of observer information, a new exception which allows for the disclosure of information submitted

under catch share programs, and the meaning of business of any person. This proposed rule also seeks to balance the purpose

of the confidentiality mandate with exceptions that authorize disclosure of information to advance fishery conservation and

management, scientific research, enforcement, and transparency in fishery management actions. In addition, this action is

informed by other statutes that NMFS administers including the Endangered Species Act, the Marine Mammal Protection Act,

and the Freedom of Information Act.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/23/2012 77 FR 30496 

Comment Period Extended 06/16/2012 77 FR 35349 

Correction 07/26/2012 77 FR 43803 

Final Action 03/00/2014 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Ned Cyr 

Director, Office of Science and Technology

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Room 12450, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 427-8123

E-Mail: ned.cyr@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AV85

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Title: Regulatory Review and Update of National Marine Sanctuary Program Regulations

Abstract: This rulemaking makes several technical revisions to Office of National Marine Sanctuaries regulations, following a

comprehensive review and analysis of those rules. A few minor technical inconsistencies in wording throughout the regulations

were identified that have resulted in confusion and inconsistent application of the regulations amongst various national marine

sanctuaries in the system. The technical revisions will make the regulations internally consistent and will update language to

current standards consistent with modern regulation drafting guidelines.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1439

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/28/2013 78 FR 5997 

Final Action 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Meredith Walz Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-3125

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY26

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Title: Amendment 14 to the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: The purpose of Amendment 14 is primarily to minimize river herring and shad bycatch in the Atlantic mackerel fishery

and implement an effective program for monitoring river herring and shad bycatch in the Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish

fisheries. This action proposes measures to expand reporting requirements for permit holders; increase at-sea observer

coverage; and establish a mortality cap on river herring and shad in the mackerel fishery. This action is being taken because

there is concern about the status of river herring and shad stocks throughout their range, and a push to reduce all sources of

stock mortality, including fishing mortality.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Intent 06/09/2010 75 FR 32745 

Notice of Availability 08/12/2013 78 FR 48852 

NPRM 08/29/2013 78 FR 53404 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY47

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Title: Amendment 5 to the Atlantic Herring Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: The purpose of Amendment 5 is to minimize bycatch in the Atlantic herring fishery and improve the collection of real

time catch data. Amendment 5 would increase observer coverage, improve at-sea sampling, include measures to reduce net

slippage, and include measures to address bycatch. This action is being taken to more accurately characterize Atlantic herring

landings, minimize and monitor bycatch of river herring in the Atlantic herring fishery, and to improve monitoring of Atlantic

herring fishing activity in groundfish closed areas.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Supplemental Notice of Intent 12/28/2009 74 FR 68576 

Notice of Availability 04/22/2013 78 FR 23733 

NPRM 06/03/2013 78 FR 33020 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: State; Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Split From 0648-AW75

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Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY63

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Title: Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Operation of Offshore Oil and Gas

Facilities in the U.S. Beaufort Sea

Abstract: In November 2009, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) received an application from BP Exploration

(Alaska) Inc. (BPXA) for the promulgation of regulations and subsequent issuance of Letters of Authorization (LOAs) to take

individuals of six species of marine mammals incidental to operation of offshore oil and gas facilities in the U.S. Beaufort Sea,

Alaska, over the course of five years. The likely or possible impacts of the planned offshore oil and gas developments at

BPXA's facility on marine mammals involve both non-acoustic and acoustic effects. Potential non-acoustic effects could result

from the physical presence of personnel, structures and equipment, construction or maintenance activities, and the occurrence

of oil spills. Petroleum development and associated activities in marine waters introduce sound into the environment, produced

by island construction, maintenance, and drilling, as well as vehicles operating on the ice, vessels, aircraft, generators,

production machinery, gas flaring, and camp operations. BPXA requests authorization to take six marine mammal species by

harassment and also requests lethal takes of one pinniped species.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 217 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Receipt 03/17/2010 75 FR 12734 

Comment Period End 04/16/2010 

NPRM 07/06/2011 76 FR 39706 

NRPM Comment Period End 08/05/2011 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY87

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Title: Emergency Rule to Close a Portion of Federal Waters in the Gulf of Mexico in Response to the Deepwater Horizon Oil

Spill

Abstract: An oil spill occurred on April 23, 2010 in the Gulf of Mexico approximately 50 miles off of the Louisiana coast.

Several agencies responded to the oil spill and conducting clean-up activities in the vicinity. To prevent interference with safety

personnel, an emergency rule was necessary to close the Federal Waters to all fishing activities near the incident site and the

oil slick. Under MSA 305(c), this emergency rule is being terminated because the circumstances that created the emergency no

longer exist.

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Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

1st Interim Final Rule Effective 05/03/2010 

1st Emergency Rule 05/06/2010 75 FR 24822 

2nd Emergency Rule 05/12/2010 75 FR 26679 

2nd Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 05/17/2010 

1st Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 06/11/2010 

Termination of Regulations 11/00/2013 

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

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY90

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Title: Emergency Action to Close Portions of Federal Waters in the Gulf of Mexico to Fishing Activities in Response to the

Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill

Abstract: On April 20, 2010, an incident involving a deepwater drilling platform occurred approximately 51 miles southeast of

Venice, Louisiana. Due to the inherent dangers associated with this emergency situation, for both the public and the response

personnel, NMFS promulgated emergency regulations to restrict fishing activities in portions of the exclusive economic zone

(EEZ) affected by the oil spill. Under MSA 305(c), this emergency rule is being terminated because the circumstances that

created the emergency no longer exist.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Temporary Rule; Emergency Action 1 05/14/2010 75 FR 27217 

Temporary Rule; Emergency Action 2 08/18/2010 75 FR 50934 

Temporary Rule; Emergency Action 3 12/01/2010 75 FR 74648 

Temporary Rule; Emergency Action 4 12/08/2010 75 FR 76300 

Termination of Regulations 11/00/2013 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AY87

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AY96

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Title: 4(d) Protective Regulations for the Gulf of Maine Distinct Population Segment of Atlantic Sturgeon

Abstract: NMFS has determined that the Gulf of Maine Distinct Population Segment of Atlantic sturgeon is at risk of becoming

endangered in the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range. This action would establish protective

regulations for the Gulf of Maine Distinct Population Segment of Atlantic sturgeon under section 4(d) of the Endangered Species

Act.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 223 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq; 16 USC 1531-1543

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/10/2011 76 FR 34023 

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Comment Period End 08/09/2011 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA36

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Title: National Appeals Office Rules of Procedure

Abstract: This rule establishes procedures for NMFS National Appeals Office to adjudicate appeals in compliance with the

Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (the Magnuson-Stevens Act) and other applicable law. The

intent of the rule is to establish procedural rules for the operation of a national appeals office that can adjudicate appeals

required by the Magnuson-Stevens Act, as well as appeals under other programs or statutes. Those appeals concern the

publics interest in Limited Access Privilege Programs and other programs. The procedures in the rule provide support for a

consistent and fair process to resolve disputes members of the public may have with the agency. The procedures also support

Agency action to self-correct errors in its decisionmaking.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 906 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/08/2012 77 FR 33980 

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Final Action 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Gary C. Reisner 

Director, Office of Management and Budget

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2259 Extension: 139 

FAX: 301 713-1464

E-Mail: gary.reisner@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA37

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Title: Regulatory Amendment to Implement a Halibut Catch Sharing Plan for International Pacific Halibut Commission Area 2C

and Area 3A

Abstract: These regulations implement a catch sharing plan for the commercial and guided (charter) sport fisheries for Pacific

halibut in waters of International Pacific Halibut Commission Regulatory Areas 2C (Southeast Alaska) and 3A (Central Gulf of

Alaska). This regulatory amendment establishes a combined catch limit annually specified by the International Pacific Halibut

Commission that is allocated between the commercial and charter halibut fisheries using percentage allocations proposed by the

North Pacific Fishery Management Council. This action would also implement annual management measures for the charter

halibut fishery that are intended to maintain harvest to the charter allocation and specified annually by the International Pacific

Halibut Commission using a process proposed by the Council. This action would provide an opportunity for commercial halibut

individual fishing quota holders to lease (transfer on an annual basis) halibut individual fishing quota to charter halibut permit

holders as Guided Angler Fish.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300; 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 773-773k

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/22/2011 76 FR 44156 

NRPM Comment Period End 09/06/2011 76 FR 44156 

Proposed Rule; ext. comments 09/07/2011 76 FR 55343 

Comment Period Extended 09/21/2011 76 FR 55343 

Second NPRM 06/28/2013 78 FR 39122 

Comment Period Extended 07/25/2013 78 FR 44920 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA78

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Title: Final Policy Interpreting the Phrase 'Significant Portion of its Range' in the Endangered Species Act's Definitions

Abstract: NMFS and FWS proposed a policy for interpreting "significant portion of its range" under the ESA on December 9,

2011. This policy details how the agencies propose to analyze whether a species is likely to become endangered or is in danger

of extinction throughout all or a "significant portion of its range," a key element in determining whether a species meets the

definitions of threatened or endangered in the ESA species listing process. The purpose of the policy is to provide a consistent

standard that is a permissible reading of the statute and legislative history, while minimizing undesirable policy outcomes and

fulfilling the purpose of the ESA. The two agencies are working together to address and incorporate comments, as appropriate.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 424.02 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 12/09/2011 76 FR 76987 

NPRM 02/03/2012 77 FR 6138 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

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

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related Agencies: Joint : FWS

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA81

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Title: Revision of Hawaiian Monk Seal Critical Habitat

Abstract: NOAA Fisheries is developing a final rule to designate critical habitat for the Hawaiian monk seal in the main and

Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. In response to a 2008 petition from the Center for Biological Diversity, Kahea, and the Ocean

Conservancy to revise Hawaiian monk seal critical habitat, NOAA Fisheries published a proposed rule in June 2011 to revise

Hawaiian monk seal critical habitat by adding critical habitat in the main Hawaiian Islands and extending critical habitat in the

Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Proposed critical habitat includes both marine and terrestrial habitats (e.g., foraging areas to

500 meter depth, pupping beaches, etc.). To address public comments on the proposed rule, NOAA Fisheries is augmenting its

prior economic analysis to better describe the anticipated costs of the designation. NOAA Fisheries is analyzing new tracking

data to assess monk seal habitat use in the main Hawaiian Islands. That may lead to some reduction in foraging area critical

habitat for the main Hawaiian Islands to better reflect where preferred foraging features may be found.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 226 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/02/2011 76 FR 32026 

Notice of Public Meetings 07/14/2011 76 FR 41446 

Other 06/25/2012 77 FR 37867 

Final Action 03/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions; Organizations Government Levels Affected: State; Local; Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AX23

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB17

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Title: Fisheries off West Coast States; Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery; Trawl Rationalization Program; Cost Recovery

Program

Abstract: This action would implement cost recovery for the Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program. Following

final action on Amendment 20 to the Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery Management Plan by the Pacific Fishery Management

Council, NMFS implemented the trawl rationalization program on January 11, 2011. In accordance with the Magnuson-Stevens

Fishery Conservation and Management Act, the Secretary of Commerce is required to collect a fee to recover the actual costs

directly related to the management, data collection, and enforcement of any limited access privilege program (LAPP), which

includes the trawl rationalization program. The fee will not exceed 3 percent of the ex-vessel value of the fish harvested under

the LAPP.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/01/2013 78 FR 7371 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AX98; Related to 0648-AY68

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB20

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Title: Removal of the Sunset Provision of the Final Rule Implementing Vessel Speed Restrictions to Reduce the Threat of Ship

Collisions With North Atlantic Right Whales

Abstract: In 2008 NMFS promulgated a regulation designed to reduce the likelihood of deaths and serious injuries to

endangered North Atlantic right whales that result from collisions with ships. The rule implemented speed restrictions of no more

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than 10 knots applying to all vessels 65 ft long or greater in certain locations and times of the year along the east coast of the

United States. In view of uncertainties regarding the manner in which ships and whales interact and the burdens imposed on

vessel operators, the rule included a sunset clause under which the rule would expire on December 9, 2013. NMFS has

proposed removing the sunset provision with the current provisions remaining in place, and has sought comment on eliminating

or reinstating the sunset provision, studies and metrics that might be used to evaluate the existing rule, and future modifications

that should be considered. Based on an evaluation of recent information, NMFS estimated economic impacts to be considerably

less than was originally thought.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 224 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq; 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/06/2013 78 FR 34024 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: Federal

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: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB30

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Title: Endangered and Threatened Species: Designation of Critical Habitat for Threatened Lower Columbia River Coho Salmon

and Puget Sound Steelhead

Abstract: This action will designate critical habitat for lower Columbia River coho salmon and Puget Sound steelhead, currently

listed as threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The specific areas proposed for designation in for lower

Columbia River coho include approximately 2,288 mi (3,681 km) of freshwater and estuarine habitat in Oregon and Washington.

The specific areas proposed for designation for Puget Sound steelhead include approximately 1,880 mi (3,026 km) of freshwater

and estuarine habitat in Puget Sound, Washington.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 226 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531-1544

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/14/2013 78 FR 2725 

Final Action 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions; Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB41

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Title: Petitions to Remove the Eastern Distinct Population Segment of the Steller Sea Lion from the Federal List of Endangered

and Threatened Wildlife; Final Rule to Delist

Abstract: NMFS proposed to remove the eastern Distinct Population Segment of the Steller sea lion from the List of

Endangered and Threatened Wildlife on April 18, 2012. Based on the information in the draft Status Review, the factors for

delisting in the Endangered Species Act, the objective recovery criteria in the 2008 Recovery Plan, and the continuing efforts to

protect the species, NOAA Fisheries has concluded that the delisting of this Distinct Population Segment, as requested by the

two petitions (Washington and Oregon; Alaska), is warranted. The Distinct Population Segment has recovered and no longer

meets the definition of a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 223; 50 CFR 227; 50 CFR 424 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Completed on 04/18/2012 08/30/2011 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/18/2012 77 FR 23209 

NPRM Comment Period End 06/18/2012 77 FR 23209 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Lisa Manning 

Ecologist

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-1401

FAX: 301 427-2523

E-Mail: lisa.manning@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB59

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Title: Extension of Emergency Fishery Closure Due to the Presence of the Toxin that Causes Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning

(PSP)

Abstract: This temporary rule extends a closure of Federal waters. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has determined

that oceanographic conditions and alga sampling data suggest that the northern section of the Temporary Paralytic Shellfish

Poison Closure Area remain closed to the harvest of bivalve molluscan shellfish, with the exception of sea scallop adductor

muscles harvested and shucked at sea, and that the southern area remain closed to the harvest of whole or roe-on scallops.

The regulations contained in the temporary rule, emergency action, first published in 2005, and have been subsequently

extended several times at the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)

is publishing the regulatory text associated with this closure in this temporary emergency rule in order to ensure that current

regulations accurately reflect the codified text that has been modified and extended numerous times, so that the public is aware

of the regulations being extended.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Emergency Action 11/22/2011 76 FR 72125 

Emergency Rule Extension 12/07/2012 77 FR 72994 

Emergency Rule Extension 12/00/2013 

Additional Information: This is a recurring action done annually. This RIN should remain open until the Agency has determined

the emergency conditions no longer exist.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 0648-AT48

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB70

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Title: Implement a Reorganization of 50 CFR 622 Regulations for the Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and the

South Atlantic

Abstract: The purpose of this rulemaking is to combine parts 640 and 622 into one location, part 622. In addition, this action

reorganizes the part 622 regulations by fishery (e.g., Gulf of Mexico Reef Fish Fishery and South Atlantic Snapper-Grouper

Fishery) rather than by category of management measures (e.g., size limits, bag limits, and closures).

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 04/17/2013 78 FR 22949 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB76

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Title: Amendment 89 to the Gulf of Alaska Groundfish Fishery Management Plan Area Closures for Chionoecetes bairdi Crab

Protection in Gulf of Alaska Groundfish Fisheries

Abstract: This action would close a portion of Marmot Bay, northeast of Kodiak Island, to the use of pot and trawl gear (with

the exception of pelagic gear used to target pollock) in groundfish fisheries year-round and require additional observer coverage

(100 percent for trawl vessels and 30 percent for pot vessels) in two areas east of Kodiak Island - the Chiniak Gully and State of

Alaska Statistical Area 525702. These additional observer coverage requirements are expected to be rescinded with the

implementation of the restructured Observer Program.This action is necessary to protect stocks of Tanner crab near Kodiak

Islands from the effects of using non-pelagic trawl and pot gear used to target groundfish in Marmot Bay and to provide

improved estimates of the incidental catch of Tanner crab in two areas east of Kodiak Island by vessels using non-pelagic trawl

and pot gear and to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska.

The intended effect of this action is to conserve and manage the fishery resources in the Gulf of Alaska.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1540; 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 3631 et seq; 16 USC 773 et seq; PL 105-277; PL 106-31

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Availability 06/03/2013 78 FR 33040 

Proposed Rule 06/17/2013 78 FR 36150 

Final Action 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB78

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Title: Amendment to the Vessel Ownership Requirements of the Individual Fishing Quota Program for Fixed-Gear Pacific

Halibut and Sablefish Fisheries In and Off of Alaska

Abstract: This action proposes a regulatory amendment to the vessel ownership requirements of the Individual Fishing Quota

Program for fixed-gear Pacific halibut and sablefish fisheries in and off of Alaska. This action proposes to require initial

recipients of certain classes of quota share to have held a minimum of 20 percent ownership interest in the vessel for at least

12 consecutive months prior to the submission of an application to hire a master for the purposes of fishing an Individual

Fishing Quota permit. This proposed action also would temporarily exempt from the 12-month ownership requirement an initial

recipient whose vessel has been totally lost, as by sinking or fire, or so damaged that the vessel would require at least 60 days

of shipyard time to be repaired. This action is necessary to maintain a predominantly owner-operated fishery.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 3631 et seq; 16 USC 773 et seq; PL 108-447

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/31/2012 77 FR 65843 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB81

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Title: Interagency Cooperation -- Endangered Species Act of 1973, as Amended; Incidental Take Statements

Abstract: We, the National Marine Fisheries Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (collectively, "the Services"),

propose to amend the regulations governing consultation under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended

(ESA), regarding incidental take statements. The purpose of the proposed changes is to address (1) the use of surrogates to

express the limit of exempted take, (2) when the take limit may not be an appropriate trigger for reinitiation of formal

consultation during the course of a Federal action, and (3) when deferral of an incidental take exemption is appropriate. The

amendments would provide the Services with greater flexibility in determining the type of take anticipated and when that take

must be specifically identified. These proposed changes should clarify our regulations for affected Federal action agencies as

well as the public.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 222 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/04/2013 78 FR 54437 

Final Action 02/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC09

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Title: Amendment 7 to the 2006 Consolidated Highly Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: Amendment 7 focuses on bluefin tuna fishery management issues consistent with the need to end overfishing and

rebuild the stock. Measures in draft Amendment 7 address several of the long-standing challenges facing the fishery and will

analyze, among other things, revisiting quota allocations; reducing and accounting for dead discards; adding or modifying

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time/area closures or gear-restricted areas; and improving the reporting and monitoring of dead discards and landings in all

categories.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 635 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 04/23/2012 77 FR 24161 

Notice 06/08/2012 77 FR 34025 

NPRM 08/21/2013 78 FR 52032 

Final Action 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC18

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Title: U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System; Guidelines to Certify and Integrate Non-Federal Assets

Abstract: Program guidelines are being issued pursuant to NOAA's authority to certify and integrate non-Federal assets into

the United States Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) under the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act

of 2009 (ICOOS Act). The ICOOS Act authorized the Interagency Ocean Observation Committee (IOOC) to develop and

approve certification criteria establishing eligibility for integration into the IOOS. These criteria assure the necessary policies,

standards, data, information, and services associated with IOOS are appropriately established, coordinated, overseen and

enforced. The program guidelines described in this action identify the process and requirements for certifying non-Federal

assets that meet the IOOC approved criteria, as Regional Information Coordination Entities (RICEs), and development and

implementation of these are not expected to be controversial. When certified, a RICE is incorporated into the IOOS and for the

purposes of determining liability arising from the dissemination and use of observation data shall be considered part of NOAA,

extending specific protection from civil liability.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 996 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 33 USC 3601-3610

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/02/2013 78 FR 39638 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Scott Kuester Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1100 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 427-2443

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC33

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Title: Georges Bank Yellowtail Flounder Emergency Action to Provide a Partial Exemption from Accountability Measures to the

Atlantic Scallop Fishery

Abstract: This action, requested by the New England Fishery Management Council, exempts the Atlantic sea scallop fishery

from any accountability measure for catch of Georges Bank yellowtail flounder exceeding the revised sub-annual catch limit of

156.9 mt up to the initial sub-annual catch limit level of 307.5 mt. By exempting the scallop fleet from accountability measures at

the lower revised 156.9 mt sub-ACL, but maintaining accountability at the 307.5 mt level initially set for the fishing year, there

remains a need for the scallop fleet to mitigate yellowtail flounder catch but to do so within the context of the initial level

established for the fishing year. This specific accountability measure is not needed to comply with Magnuson Stevens Fishery

Conservation and Management Act requirements because there is an accountability measure at the fishery level that remains

unchanged by this proposed action. Any overage of the fishery level ACL is repaid pound-for-pound in a subsequent fishing

year.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/01/2012 77 FR 59883 

NPRM Comment Period End 10/31/2012 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC39

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Title: Amendment 95 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska

Abstract: This action implements Amendment 95 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska. This

action modifies halibut prohibited species catch management in the Gulf of Alaska to 1) establish the Gulf of Alaska halibut

prohibited species catch limits in Federal regulation; 2) reduce the Gulf of Alaska halibut prohibited species catch limits for the

trawl, hook and line catcher/processor and catcher vessel sectors, and the hook and line demersal shelf rockfish fishery in the

Southeast Outside District; and 3) allow two additional options for vessels to better maintain groundfish harvest while achieving

the halibut prohibited species catch reduction of this action.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

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Notice 08/29/2013 78 FR 53419 

NPRM 08/29/2013 78 FR 53419 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC46

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Title: Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Precision Strike Weapon and Air-to-Surface Gunnery Training and Testing

Operations at Eglin Air Force Base, FL

Abstract: NMFS received an application from the U.S. Department of the Air Force, Headquarters 96th Air Base Wing for

authorization to take marine mammals, incidental to testing and training activities associated with Precision Strike Weapon and

Air-to-Surface gunnery missions (military readiness activities), at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida from approximately September

2012 to September 2017. The proposed regulations set forth the permissible methods of taking, other means of effecting the

least practicable adverse impact on the affected species or stocks and their habitats (i.e., mitigation), and the requirements

pertaining to the monitoring and reporting of such taking. The proposed regulations, if implemented, and associated Letters of

Authorization issued under NMFS implementing regulations, would authorize incidental take by Level A and Level B harassment

of Atlantic bottlenose dolphin and Atlantic spotted dolphin incidental to Precision Strike Weapon testing and training activities,

and Level B harassment of dwarf and pygmy sperm whales, Atlantic bottlenose and spotted dolphins, pan tropical spotted

dolphin, and spinner dolphin incidental to Air-to-Surface gunnery testing and training operations. Previously, NMFS issued

separate take authorizations under separate statutory provisions for these two activities. The U.S. Air Force complied with the

requirements of the previous Letters of Authorization and Incidental Harassment Authorization issued for these activities, and

zero takes of marine mammals were recorded by the Eglin Air Force Base incidental to these training exercises.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/07/2013 78 FR 26586 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC52

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Title: Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; U.S. Navy Training and Testing Activities in the HawaiiSouthern California Training and Testing Study Area

Abstract: Pursuant to Section 101(a)(5)(A) of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), the National Marine Fisheries

Service (NMFS), upon application from the U.S. Navy (Navy), issues regulations to govern the unintentional taking of marine

mammals, by harassment, incidental to activities conducted in the Hawaii-Southern California Training and Testing Study Area.

The regulations set forth the permissible methods of taking, other means of effecting the least practicable adverse impact on

the affected species or stocks and their habitats (i.e., mitigation), and the requirements pertaining to the monitoring and

reporting of such taking. Implementation of the above training and testing activities may expose marine mammals present within

the HSTT Study Area to sound from active sonar, underwater detonations, and pile driving and removal. NMFS proposed rule, if

issued, would cover take of individuals of 39 marine mammal species by Level B (behavioral) Harassment. Further, the

proposed rule would cover some Level A (injury) harassment and mortality of marine mammal species over the 5-year period.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 218 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 10/04/2012 77 FR 60678 

NPRM 01/31/2013 78 FR 6977 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC53

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Title: Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; U.S. Navy Training and Testing Activities in the Atlantic Fleet

Training and Testing Study Area

Abstract: Pursuant to Section 101(a)(5)(A) of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), the National Marine Fisheries

Service (NMFS), upon application from the U.S. Navy (Navy), plans to issue regulations to govern the unintentional taking of

marine mammals, by harassment, incidental to activities conducted in the Atlantic Fleet Training and Testing (AFTT) Study

Area. The regulations will set forth the permissible methods of taking, other means of effecting the least practicable adverse

impact on the affected species or stocks and their habitats (i.e., mitigation), and the requirements pertaining to the monitoring

and reporting of such taking. Implementation of the above training and testing activities may expose marine mammals present

within the AFTT Study Area to sound from active sonar, underwater detonations, and pile driving and removal. NMFS proposed

rule would cover take of individuals of 45 marine mammal species by Level B (behavioral) Harassment. Further, the proposed

rule would cover some Level A (injury) harassment and mortality of marine mammal species over the 5-year period.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 218 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/31/2013 78 FR 7049 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC62

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Title: Modification to the Hired Skipper Regulations for Management of the Individual Fishing Quota Program for the FixedGear Commercial Fisheries for Pacific Halibut and Sablefish in Waters of Alaska

Abstract: NMFS proposes to amend the hired master regulations of the Individual Fishing Quota Program for the fixed-gear

commercial Pacific halibut and sablefish fisheries in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands management area and the Gulf of

Alaska. The Individual Fishing Quota Program allows initial recipients of catcher vessel halibut and sablefish quota share to hire

a vessel master to harvest Individual Fishing Quota derived from the quota share. When a hired master fishes an initial

recipients Individual Fishing Quota, the initial recipient is exempt from being onboard the vessel. If approved, this action would

remove the owner-onboard exemption to hire a master to harvest Individual Fishing Quota derived from quota share that an

initial recipient received by transfer after February 12, 2010. Between February 12, 2010 and the effective date of this action,

initial recipient quota share transferred into a quota share block of the same category would retain the hired master privilege.

After the effective date of this action, no hired master privilege would be retained on initial recipient quota share consolidated

with quota share of the same category. This action is necessary to maintain a predominantly owner-operated fishery.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679; 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 773 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/26/2013 78 FR 24707 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC68

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Title: Endangered and Threatened Species: Designation of a Nonessential Experimental Population of Central Valley Springrun Chinook Salmon below Friant Dam in the San Joaquin River, CA.

Abstract: In 2005, the Department of Commerce and Department of Interior entered into a settlement agreement, which called

for the restoration of flows in the San Joaquin River and the reintroduction of Chinook salmon, listed under the Endangered

Species Act. In 2009, as part of the Omnibus Public Lands Management Act, Congress enacted the San Joaquin River

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Restoration Settlement Act, which allows the implementation of a program consistent with Endangered Species Act

requirements to reintroduce spring-run into the San Joaquin River. Endangered Species Act Section 10(j) allows for the

designation and release of experimental populations of listed animals, which receive a lower level of protection than populations

listed as threatened or endangered. The Settlement Act also provided that reintroduction will not impose more than de minimus

impacts on third parties in the region. This rule would designate a nonessential experimental population of spring run Chinook

salmon in California's San Joaquin River. The experimental population will occur within the historical range of Chinook salmon,

but outside the current range of the listed Central Valley spring-run Chinook. Compliance with the Settlement Act and

application of reduced levels of regulatory protection available under Section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act ensures that

this action will impose no significant impacts in the region.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 223 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial Spring run to be introduced to San Joaquin River by this date 12/21/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/16/2013 78 FR 3381 

Notice 01/24/2013 78 FR 5162 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Christopher Yates 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Suite 4200, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4020

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC69

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Title: Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Replacement of the Elliott Bay Seawall in

Seattle, Washington

Abstract: NMFS, upon application from the Seattle Department of Transportation, on behalf of the City of Seattle, plans to

issue proposed regulations to govern the unintentional taking of marine mammals, by harassment, incidental to pile driving

operations associated with the replacement of the Elliott Bay Seawall. Pile driving operations may expose marine mammals

present within Elliott Bay to elevated sound levels. The proposed regulations, which must be based on a finding that the total

taking from the activity over the 5-year period will have a negligible impact on the affected species or stocks of marine

mammals, will set forth the permissible methods of taking, other means of effecting the least practicable adverse impact on the

affected species or stocks and their habitats (i.e., mitigation), and the requirements pertaining to the monitoring and reporting of

such taking. Letters of Authorization issued under the 5-year regulations would authorize the take of individuals of nine marine

mammal species by Level B (behavioral) harassment. Take by Level A harassment (including injury) or mortality is not being

requested by the applicant nor is it anticipated.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 218 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 10/24/2012 77 FR 64961 

NPRM 04/12/2013 78 FR 22096 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC71

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Title: 2013 List of Fisheries

Abstract: NMFS proposes changes to the classification of certain fisheries, the list of marine mammals involved in fishery

interactions, the number of vessels/persons currently in each fishery, and other administrative changes for the 2013 LOF,

pursuant to Section 118 of the MMPA. The proposed changes will help NOAA Fisheries compile data on incidental mortality and

serious injury in several fisheries as well as to work with fishers to develop strategies to reduce takes of marine mammals in

fishing gear. While some of the proposed fishery classification changes may be controversial, the impacts to fishers from

reclassifying a fishery are expected to be minimal. Reclassification of a fishery under the List of Fisheries has no immediate

significant effect on fishery regulation.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 229 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/22/2013 78 FR 23708 

Final Rule 08/29/2013 78 FR 53336 

Next Stage Undetermined 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC76

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Title: Designation of Critical Habitat for the Distinct Population Segments of Yelloweye Rockfish, Canary Rockfish, and

Bocaccio

Abstract: This action proposes to designate critical habitat under the Endangered Species Act for three Distinct Population

Segments of rockfish in the Puget Sound/Georgia Basin: (1) the threatened Distinct Population Segments of yelloweye rockfish;

(2) the threatened Distinct Population Segments of canary rockfish; and (3) the endangered Distinct Population Segments of

bocaccio. The proposed specific areas for canary rockfish and bocaccio comprise approximately 505 hectares (1,249 acres) of

marine habitat in Puget Sound. The proposed areas for yelloweye rockfish comprise approximately of 245 hectares (606 acres)

of marine habitat in Puget Sound.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 226 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory 12/15/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/06/2013 78 FR 47635 

Final Action 08/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC79

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Title: 2013 Monkfish Emergency Action

Abstract: At its November 2012 meeting, the New England Fishery Management Council (Council) requested that the

Secretary of Commerce implement this Emergency action to eliminate monkfish possession limits in the Northern Fishery

Management Area during fishing year 2013 due to the substantially reduced groundfish catch limits. This action eliminated

monkfish possession limits for the vessels that have been issued both a limited access monkfish permit and a Northeast

multispecies (groundfish) permit and are simultaneously using both a monkfish and a groundfish day-at-sea in the Northern

Fishery Management Area (Management Area). By eliminating the possession limits in these specific cases, this action

increased monkfish possession limits for the directed monkfish fishery in the NFMA. It is expected that this action allows some

of the directed fishing vessels to land more monkfish per trip, which would result in an increase in revenue for such vessels.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/25/2013 78 FR 12708 

Interim Final Rule 04/30/2013 78 FR 25214 

Extension of Interim Measures 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC88

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Title: International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Bigeye Tuna Catch Limit in

Longline Fisheries for 2013 and 2014

Abstract: This rule would establish requirements for U.S. longline vessels pursuant to a decision made by the Western and

Central Pacific Fisheries Commission, which is intended to reduce or otherwise control the fishing mortality rates on three

stocks of tuna (bigeye, yellowfin, and skipjack tuna). Member States of the Commission, including the United States, are

obligated to establish specific requirements in their fisheries for highly migratory fish stocks in the western and central Pacific

Ocean.This rule would implement the requirements for U.S. longline vessels. Specifically, it would establish an annual bigeye

tuna catch limit for calendar years 2013 and 2014 of 3,763 metric tons, applicable in the Convention Area to U.S. longline

vessels other than those associated with fisheries in American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and

Guam. As in previous rulemakings to establish similar catch limits, these fisheries would be distinguished from each other based

on the area of fishing, where the catch is landed, and/or the types of fishing permits held by the vessels. The rule may also

need to take into consideration catch attribution as dictated by a potential fishery management plan amendment under the

Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation Act, a potential extension of Section 113 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing

Appropriations Act, 2012, or potential enactment of another similar law.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 6901 et seq

Legal Deadline: Under international agreement, the rule should be made effective as soon as possible in 2013 (certain

elements of the international decision will go into effect on February 4, 2013).

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Required by International Agreement 02/04/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/18/2013 78 FR 36496 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC90

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Title: Amending the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan

Abstract: NMFS is proposes to amend the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. These changes are designed to

address ongoing right, humpback, and fin whale entanglements resulting in serious injury or mortality. In 2009, the Atlantic

Large Whale Take Reduction Team (Team) agreed on a schedule to develop conservation measures for reducing the risk of

serious injury and mortality of large whales that become entangled in vertical lines. In an August 2012 American Lobster

Biological Opinion, NMFS committed to publishing a proposed rule to address vertical line entanglements in 2013 and to publish

a final rule by April 2014. Unlike the broad-scale management approach taken to address entanglement risks associated with

groundlines (rope between trap/pots), the approach for the vertical line rulemaking will focus on reducing the risk of vertical line

entanglements in finer-scale high impact areas. Using fishing gear characterization data and whale sightings per unit effort data,

NMFS developed a model to determine the co-occurrence of fishing gear density and whale density to serve as a guide in the

identification of these high risk areas. Potential measures include: expanding the gear marking scheme to require larger and

more frequent marks along the buoy line; increasing the number of traps per trawl based on area fished and miles fished from

shore in the northeast; establishing several closures in the northeast for trap/pot fisheries; modifying weak link and breaking

strength requirements of buoy lines; and requiring the use of one buoy line with one trap in the southeast.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 229 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/16/2013 78 FR 42653 

Notice 07/24/2013 78 FR 44536 

Final Action 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC94

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Title: Expansion of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary

Abstract: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is proposing to expand the boundary of Thunder Bay

National Marine Sanctuary (TBNMS or sanctuary).

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need: Not needed

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/14/2013 78 FR 35776 

Comment Period Extended 08/15/2013 78 FR 49700 

Final Action 03/00/2014 

Additional Information: NOAA published a notice of intent to revise the boundaries in the Federal Register at 77 FR 21878

(April 12, 2012). That notice is related to this action, although it contains no RIN.

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

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.

Agency Contact: Helene Scalliet Department of Commerce

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-7281

E-Mail: helene.scalliet@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC97

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Title: Framework Adjustment 50 to the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: Framework 50 set catch limits for groundfish stocks for 2013 through 2015, as well as catch limits for the

U.S./Canada stocks for 2013. The Council recommended a catch limit of 1,150 mt for Georges Bank yellowtail flounder, which is

inconsistent with scientific advice. As a result, NOAA Fisheries implemented a 500 mt quota which is consistent with the best

scientific information available. NOAA Fisheries also addressed the carryover issue in this rulemaking, specifically, reducing the

amount of Gulf of Maine cod that sector vessels can carry over to prevent overfishing.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq.

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/29/2013 78 FR 19368 

Interim Final Rule 05/03/2013 78 FR 26171 

Adjustments 06/11/2013 78 FR 34928 

Final Rule 08/29/2013 78 FR 53397 

Next Stage Undetermined 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD09

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Title: Allowing Northeast Multispecies Sector Vessels Access to Year Round Closed Areas

Abstract: This action, if approved, would allow Northeast Multispecies vessels enrolled in a sector to fish in any of three yearround closed areas on Georges Bank during select times of the 2013 fishing year. The three areas under consideration include

portions of the Nantucket Lightship Closed Area I, Closed Area I, and Closed Area II. All gear types would be permitted to fish

in the Nantucket Lightship Closed Area year-round. Trawl vessels fishing with selective gear and vessels using hooks would be

permitted to fish in Closed Areas I and II for portion of the fishing year. This action is being proposed to increase access to

underharvest groundfish stocks while reducing potential impacts on groundfish stocks that are considered overfished or subject

to overfishing.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/11/2013 78 FR 41772 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD15

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Title: Amendment 2 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Queen Conch Resources of Puerto Rico and the USVI:

Compatibility of Trip and Bag Limits in the Management Area of St. Croix, USVI

Abstract: This regulatory amendment addresses the current incompatibility between certain Federal and USVI regulations

related to the harvest of queen conch. Fishing and possessing queen conch in the exclusive economic zone is only allowed in

the area of Lang Bank, to the east of St. Croix, USVI. However, current regulations regarding commercial trip limits and

recreational bag limits for the harvest of queen conch in Federal waters are not compatible with USVI regulations. The USVI has

expressed interest in having Federal regulations modified to make them compatible with the territorial limits to facilitate

enforcement efforts, enhance compliance by fishers, and allow for more efficient management of queen conch resources in the

U.S. Caribbean. In this regulatory amendment, the Caribbean Fishery Management Council chose to modify the commercial trip

limit but leave the recreational bag limit unchanged. Thus, the rule would change the commercial trip limit from 150 queen

conch per licensed commercial fisher per day to 200 queen conch per vessel per day regardless of the number of licensed

commercial fishers onboard.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/07/2013 78 FR 34310 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD16

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Title: Regulatory Amendment 19 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Plan of the

South Atlantic Region

Abstract: This action would increase the current annual catch limits (total, commercial, and recreational) and recreational

annual catch targets for black sea bass in the South Atlantic exclusive economic zone based on the results of a recent stock

assessment and acceptable biological catch recommendation from the South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils Scientific

and Statistical Committee.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/02/2013 78 FR 39700 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD17

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Title: Framework Adjustment 2 to the Atlantic Herring Fishery Management Plan and Management Measures for Atlantic

Herring for the 2013-2015 Fishing Years

Abstract: Framework 2 would allow the Council to use the specifications process to split annual catch limits (ACLs) seasonally

(by month) for the Atlantic herring management areas. This will increase operational flexibility within the herring fishery by

allowing for more precise tailoring of the catch limits for each management area. Framework 2 also proposes a policy for

authorizing annual carryover of unharvested herring ACLs under specific conditions. This will provide increased opportunity to

fish for unused herring ACL amounts from the previous year. Combined, these measures provide a greater opportunity to adjust

for specific stock conditions. The Atlantic herring fishery specifications are annual catch amounts (for the 2013-2015 fishing

years, January-December). These specifications are routine and are set for a duration of three years. If implemented, these

specifications will retain or increase the current catch limit levels and will continue to prevent overfishing of the herring resource

and achieve optimum yield. Further, these catch limits established in these specifications set a constant catch amount available

to the industry that provides a stable allowable catch for 3-year business planning purposes.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/02/2013 78 FR 46897 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD20

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Title: Re-establishing the Sanctuary Nomination Process

Abstract: NOAA's ONMS is announcing that it is re-establishing the sanctuary nomination process and is proposing to amend

its regulations on nominating and evaluating sites for eligibility as national marine sanctuaries. This action would replace the

inactive Sanctuary Evaluation List (SEL) with a new opportunity for local communities and other interested parties to provide

NOAA with robust, criteria-driven proposals for new national marine sanctuaries. To implement this process, NOAA is seeking

public comment on proposed regulatory changes related to sanctuary nomination and designation procedures, and on the

criteria by which the agency would analyze nominations for potential new national marine sanctuaries. Once these criteria have

been made final, NOAA intends to solicit nominations for areas of the marine and Great Lakes environments that satisfy those

criteria, and may be considered for designation as a national marine sanctuary.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/28/2013 78 FR 38848 

Final Rule 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Matt Brookhart 

Acting Division Chief, Conservation Policy and Planning Division

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-3125

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD24

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Title: Modification of Vessel Monitoring System Requirements for Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Fisheries

Abstract: NMFS is preparing a rule that considers modifying the current requirements concerning the use of Electronic Mobile

Transmitting Unit (E-MTU) Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) units in Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS) fisheries. The

rule considers modifying the requirements for providing hail-in/hail-out declarations depending on whether the vessel is fishing

for HMS. The rule also considers modifying when the VMS unit must be on and activated. The revised regulations would provide

additional flexibility for vessel operators while continuing to provide the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Office

of Law Enforcement (NOAA OLE) with enhanced communication with HMS vessels at sea, improve enforcement capabilities of

current regulations, and provide a secondary safety capability. This action is not significant under the meaning of Executive

Order 12866 since it is unlikely to make major changes to current management measures, is below the economic threshold of

impact, and has no novel or legal policy associated with it.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 635 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/29/2013 78 FR 53397 

Final Action 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD27

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Title: Designation of Critical Habitat for the Northwest Atlantic Ocean Loggerhead Sea Turtle DPS and the Determination

Regarding Critical Habitat for the North Pacific Ocean Loggerhead DPS

Abstract: This action would designate critical habitat for the Loggerhead sea turtle pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of

1973, as amended. The loggerhead sea turtle was originally listed worldwide as a threatened species on July 28, 1978. No

critical habitat was designated for the loggerhead at that time. On September 22, 2011, NMFS and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife

Service jointly published a final rule revising the loggerheads listing from a single worldwide threatened species to nine Distinct

Population Segments. The two Distinct Population Segments occurring in U.S. jurisdiction are the Northwest Atlantic Ocean

Distinct Population Segment (range defined as north of the equator, south of 60 N. lat., and west of 40 W. long.) and the North

Pacific Ocean Distinct Population Segments (range defined as north of the equator and south of 60 N. lat.). For the 2011 final

listing rule, NMFS and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service found designation of critical habitat to be not determinable. This action

will satisfy the provisions under the Endangered Species Act requiring critical habitat to be designated for these Distinct

Population Segments.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 226 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory 09/22/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/18/2013 78 FR 43006 

Proposed Rule Correction 08/01/2013 78 FR 46563 

Notice 08/21/2013 78 FR 51705 

Final Action 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

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Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD31

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Title: Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program; Second Program Improvement and Enhancement Rule

Abstract: This action will implement trailing actions for the Pacific coast groundfish trawl rationalization program in order to

further improve and refine the program. Since implementation of the program in January 2011, the Pacific Fishery Management

Council (Council) and NMFS have developed numerous trailing actions to the program. This action includes multiple

components that either implement original provisions of the program, or increase flexibility or efficiency, or address minor

revisions/clarifications. Implementation of Quota share transfer regulations is also included in this action. The other components

of this action are intended to increase flexibility and efficiency for participants and the Agency, and to make minor clarifications

to the program regulations.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/19/2013 78 FR 43125 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-BB13

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD39

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Title: Framework Action to Increase Quotas for the Red Snapper Component of the Reef Fish Fishery and Establish a Second

Recreational Season

Abstract: This action would set the 2013 quotas for commercial and recreational harvest of red snapper in the Gulf of Mexico

and open a second season for recreational fishing. A stock assessment was completed in April 2013. The Scientific and

Statistical Committee reviewed the assessment in May 2013, and determined the catch could be increased. The Council will

consider a range of alternatives that increase the total quota from 8.46 million pounds to 10.0-12.1 million pounds at a special

meeting on July 17, 2013. The commercial and recreational sector quotas would be based on the current 51 percent

commercial and 49 percent recreational allocation. The red snapper commercial sector is managed under an individual fishing

quota program. The increase to the commercial quota will be distributed to individual fishing quota shareholders on or shortly

after the effective date of the final rule. The increase to the recreational quota will allow additional days to be added to the red

snapper recreational fishing season. The timing of the fishing season does not allow this rule to be in place before the closure

date of June 28 currently set for the 2013 fishing season; therefore, a second season is proposed for Fall 2013. The duration of

this second season would be determined based on the quota and the opening date.

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

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/14/2013 78 FR 49440 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD57

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Title: Regulations to Reduce Risk of Sperm Whale Takes by the West Coast Swordfish Drift Gillnet Fishery

Abstract: This action would reduce the likelihood of swordfish drift gillnet gear interactions with sperm whales during the 2013-

2014 fishing season. The emergency measures will require federally-permitted swordfish drift gillnet vessel operators to:

immediately cease fishing for the season if a sperm whale is observed entangled in drift gillnet gear; and conduct all fishing

operations inside a yet to be determined depth strata. Recent observed entanglements of sperm whales in this fishery as it

currently operates are preventing NMFS from issuing authorizations to the fishery that are required under the Marine Mammal

Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act. This modification to the fishery should reduce the likelihood of interaction with

sperm whales such that NMFS may issue the needed authorizations. The rule is intended to keep the fishery operating, and

avoid violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Endangered Species Act.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

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Title: Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Reauthorization Act (MSRA) Environmental Review

Procedure

Abstract: This rule revises and updates the NMFS procedures for complying with NEPA in the context of fishery management

actions developed pursuant to MSRA.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 700 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq.

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Propose revised procedures under MMPA 01/16/2008 

Other Statutory Submission of final rule 01/11/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined

NPRM 05/14/2008 73 FR 27998 

NPRM Comment Period End 06/13/2008 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Governmental Jurisdictions; Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Steve Leathery Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2239

E-Mail: steve.leathery@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AV82

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Title: Marine Mammal Protection Act Permit Regulation Revisions

Abstract: This action would consider revisions to the implementing regulations governing the issuance of permits for activities

under Section 104 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The intent of this action would be to streamline and update (using

plain language) the general permitting information and the specific requirements for the four categories of permits: scientific

research (including the General Authorization); enhancement; educational and commercial photography; and public display. The

revisions would also simplify procedures for collection, possession, and transfer of marine mammals parts collected before the

effective date of the Marine Mammal Protection Act, and also clarify reporting requirements for public display facilities holding

marine mammals.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1374

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 09/13/2007 72 FR 52339 

ANPRM Comment Period Extended 10/15/2007 72 FR 58279 

ANPRM Comment Period End 11/13/2007 72 FR 52339 

ANPRM Comment Period End 12/13/2007 72 FR 58279 

NPRM 12/00/2014 

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

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Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AW22

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA50

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Title: Amendment 6 to the Monkfish Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: The purpose of Amendment 6 to the Monkfish FMP is to consider developing a catch share management program

for this fishery. This would very likely also involve the development of a referendum for such a program, as required under the

Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Intent to Prepare an EIS 11/30/2010 75 FR 74005 

NPRM 01/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA53

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Title: Amendment 22 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region

Abstract: The red snapper stock in the South Atlantic was assessed through the Southeast, Data, Assessment, and Review

process in 2008 and 2010. The assessments indicate that the stock is experiencing overfishing and is overfished. As a result of

the 2008 assessment, fishing for red snapper has been prohibited in Federal waters off the south Atlantic States since January

4, 2010. In Amendment 22, the National Marine Fisheries Service and the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council are

considering alternatives to change the current harvest restrictions on red snapper as the stock increases in biomass. Examples

of measures under consideration include the implementation of red snapper trip limits, bag limits, a catch share program, tag

program, temporal and spatial closures including those to protect spawning stocks, and gear prohibitions.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Intent 01/03/2011 76 FR 101 

Notice of Intent Comment Period End 02/14/2011 

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB11

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Title: Fishing Vessel, Fishing Facility, and Individual Fishing Quota Lending Program Regulations

Abstract: At the request of the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council, this action is being developed to provide guidance

on implementing individual fishing quota loan programs for the Gulf of Mexico red snapper and grouper-tilefish fisheries. The

loan programs would be available to entry level fishermen and fishermen who fish from small vessels, and would provide

funding for the purchase of and refinancing the purchase of the individual fishing quota. These lending programs provide

individual fishing quota buyers and sellers with a means to enter and exit individual fishing quota fisheries. Lending from the

Fisheries Finance Program does not affect catch levels or the environmental effects of fishing.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 253 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1853 et seq; 46 USC 53701 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Gary C. Reisner 

Director, Office of Management and Budget

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2259 Extension: 139 

FAX: 301 713-1464

E-Mail: gary.reisner@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB16

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Title: Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Columbia River Crossing Project,

Washington and Oregon

Abstract: Pursuant to Section 101(a)(5)(A) of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA)(16 U.S.C. 1361 et seq.), the

National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), upon application from Columbia River Crossing (CRC), plans to issue proposed

regulations to govern the unintentional taking of marine mammals, by harassment, incidental to construction and demolition

activities in the Columbia River and North Portland Harbor, Washington and Oregon, in association with bridge construction. The

proposed regulations will set forth the permissible methods of taking, other means of effecting the least practicable adverse

impact on the affected species or stocks and their habitats (i.e., mitigation), and the requirements pertaining to the monitoring

and reporting of such taking. Letters of Authorization (LOAs) issued under the regulations would authorize the take of marine

mammals incidental to construction and demolition for a five-year period. CRC is proposing a multimodal transportation project

along a five-mile section of the Interstate 5 (I-5) corridor connecting Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon. As a

component of this project, CRC proposes: 1) replacement of the existing Columbia River bridges with two new structures; 2)

widening of the existing North Portland Harbor bridge, and construction of three new structures across the harbor; and 3)

demolition of existing Columbia River bridges.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 217 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/19/2012 77 FR 23548 

Final Action 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB40

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Title: Changes to Vessel Replacement and Upgrade Provisions for Fishing Vessels Issued Northeast Limited Access Federal

Fishery Permits

Abstract: NMFS, in consultation with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and the New England and Mid-Atlantic

Fishery Management Councils, is considering changes to the current system of regulations that limit the potential size of a

replacement fishing vessel. The intent of this action is to solicit public comment at early stage in the process on potential

changes to the current system that are intended to reduce the complexity and burden on the fishing industry. Any eventual

regulatory changes would be developed as an omnibus amendment to the FMPs of both Councils.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking 10/05/2011 76 FR 61661 

NPRM 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

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Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB54

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Title: Implementation of the Shark Conservation Act of 2010

Abstract: The proposed action will revise existing regulations for shark finning as required by the Shark Conservation Act of

2010. The rule will amend regulations to prohibit the possession, transfer and landing of shark fins unless they are naturally

attached to the corresponding carcass, and the landing of shark carcasses without the corresponding fins naturally attached.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Proposed Rule 05/02/2013 78 FR 25685 

Proposed Rule Correction and Comment Period Extended 06/17/2013 78 FR 36149 

Proposed Rule Comment Period Extended 07/08/2013 78 FR 40687 

Final Action 12/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC45

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Title: Designate Critical Habitat for the Hawaiian Insular False Killer Whale Distinct Population Segment

Abstract: The proposed action, if approved, would designate critical habitat for the Hawaiian insular false killer whale distinct

population segment, pursuant to section 4 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Proposed critical habitat would only be

designated in the main Hawaiian Islands as the Hawaiian insular false killer whales range is restricted from nearshore out to 140

km from the main Hawaiian Islands. Impacts from the designation stem mainly from Federal agencies requirement to consult

with NMFS, under section 7 of the ESA, to insure that any action they carry out, permit (authorize), or fund will not result in the

destruction or adverse modification of critical habitat of a listed species.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 226 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533

Legal Deadline: 

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Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Proposed critical habitat rule for the Hawaiian insular false killer whale 06/11/2013 

Other Statutory Final critical habitat rule for the Hawaiian insular false killer whale 12/11/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD06

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Title: Modifying the Overflight Zone in Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary

Abstract: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is proposing to modify the boundary of the overflight

zone near Copalis Airport near Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Small Entities Affected: Business; Organizations Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AX79

Agency Contact: Meredith Walz Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-3125

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD19

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Title: Revisions of Boundaries for the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

Abstract: NOAA is proposing to administratively add the exclusion area to the sanctuary as a way to protect additional

nationally-significant seascape, wildlife, shipwrecks, and to promote ecotourism. An expanded sanctuary could protect up to an

additional 77 square nautical miles (101 square statute miles), from the waters west of the Golden Gate Bridge to the current

sanctuary boundaries, and would support the Administrations focus on growing travel and tourism in the United States and in

particular in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 15 CFR 922 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Helene Scalliet Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-7281

E-Mail: helene.scalliet@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD32

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Title: Comprehensive Fishery Management Plan for Puerto Rico

Abstract: This comprehensive Puerto Rico Fishery Management Plan will incorporate, and modify as needed, Federal fisheries

management measures presently included in each of the existing species-based U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Plans

(Spiny Lobster, Reef Fish, Coral, and Queen Conch Fishery Management Plans) as those measures pertain to Puerto Rico

exclusive economic zone waters. The goal of this action is to create a Fishery Management Plan tailored to the specific fishery

management needs of Puerto Rico. If approved, this new Puerto Rico Fishery Management Plan, in conjunction with similar

comprehensive Fishery Management Plans being developed for each of St. Croix and St. Thomas/St. John, will replace the

Spiny Lobster, Reef Fish, Coral and Queen Conch Fishery Management Plans presently governing the commercial and

recreational harvest in U.S. Caribbean exclusive economic zone waters.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD33

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Title: Comprehensive Fishery Management Plan for St. Croix

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Abstract: This comprehensive St. Croix Fishery Management Plan will incorporate, and modify as needed, Federal fisheries

management measures presently included in each of the existing species-based U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Plans

(Spiny Lobster, Reef Fish, Coral, and Queen Conch Fishery Management Plans) as those measures pertain to St. Croix

exclusive economic zone waters. The goal of this action is to create a Fishery Management Plan tailored to the specific fishery

management needs of St. Croix. If approved, this new St. Croix Fishery Management Plan, in conjunction with similar

comprehensive Fishery Management Plans being developed for each of Puerto Rico and St. Thomas/St. John, will replace the

Spiny Lobster, Reef Fish, Coral and Queen Conch Fishery Management Plans presently governing the commercial and

recreational harvest in U.S. Caribbean exclusive economic zone waters.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD34

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Title: Comprehensive Fishery Management Plan for St. Thomas/St. John

Abstract: This comprehensive St. Thomas/St. John Fishery Management Plan will incorporate, and modify as needed, Federal

fisheries management measures presently included in each of the existing species-based U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management

Plans (Spiny Lobster, Reef Fish, Coral, and Queen Conch Fishery Management Plans) as those measures pertain to St.

Thomas/St. John exclusive economic zone waters. The goal of this action is to create a Fishery Management Plan tailored to

the specific fishery management needs of St. Thomas/St. John. If approved, this new St. Thomas/St. John Fishery Management

Plan, in conjunction with similar comprehensive Fishery Management Plans being developed for each of St. Croix and Puerto

Rico, will replace the Spiny Lobster, Reef Fish, Coral and Queen Conch Fishery Management Plans presently governing the

commercial and recreational harvest in U.S. Caribbean exclusive economic zone waters.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD42

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Title: Establishment of Special Management Zones for Delaware Artificial Reefs

Abstract: This action would establish special management zones around five State of Delaware-permitted artificial reefs in

Federal waters. This action would restrict the use of all fishing gear in these zones except hook and line and spear fishing,

including taking by hand. Eliminating the other fishing gears will prevent gear conflicts between hook and line, spear and hand

fishing and other fishing gear. The proliferation of commercial gear on the reefs, especially fish traps, have been reported by the

recreational fishing community as inhibiting their ability to fish the reefs. The artificial reefs were established with funds through

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Sportfish Restoration Program to enhance sport fishing opportunities. Implementing the Councils

recommendation would restrict the use of fishing gears that are incompatible with the intended use of the artificial reefs.

Commercial fishermen may continue to fish on the reefs and catch commercial quantities of fish with hook and line gear. It is

expected this action will have little overall effect on the commercial sector.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-AW62

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Title: Scientific and Statistical Committees; Peer Review; National Standard 2 Guidelines

Abstract: The action revises the guidelines for National Standard 2 of the Magnuson-Stevens Act. The revisions clarify what

constitutes best scientific information, scientific review processes overall, as well as the role of the Scientific and Statistical

Committees in that process, and the content and purpose of the Stock Assessment and Fishery Evaluation Report and related

documents. The intent of this action is to facilitate compliance with requirements of the Magnuson-Stevens Act and to ensure

scientific information, including its collection and analysis, has been validated through peer review when appropriate, is

transparent to the public, and is used appropriately by Scientific and Statistical Committees, Regional Fishery Management

Councils, and NOAA Fisheries in the conservation and management of marine fisheries.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 09/18/2008 73 FR 54132 

NPRM 12/11/2009 74 FR 65724 

Final Action 07/19/2013 78 FR 43066 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Ned Cyr 

Director, Office of Science and Technology

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Room 12450, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 427-8123

E-Mail: ned.cyr@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA41

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Title: Implementation of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution Establishing a Program for Transshipments

by Large-Scale Tuna Longline Fishing Vessels in the Eastern Pacific Ocean

Abstract: The rule would implement an Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission Resolution, which establishes a program to

monitor transshipments of tuna and tuna-like species by large-scale tuna longline fishing vessels and carrier vessels in the

eastern Pacific Ocean. This rule would require large-scale (24 meters in length or greater) longline vessels to adhere to criteria

for transshipping in port and at-sea. This action would also require that whether at-sea or in-port an appropriate Federal official

must be contacted in order to obtain prior approval before any transshipment. Lastly this action would require the submission of

a Transshipment Declaration Form after any transshipment. This rule would not be applicable to the transshipment of fresh fish

at-sea and would not apply to the transshipment activities other than by large longline vessels.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Duplicate of 0648-BD59 08/28/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA43

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Title: Revision to the Maximum Retainable Amounts of Groundfish in the Arrowtooth Flounder Fishery in the Bering Sea and

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Aleutian Islands Management Area

Abstract: This final rule would allow increased retention of other groundfish species harvested incidentally in the Bering Sea

and Aleutian Islands arrowtooth flounder and Kamchatka flounder directed fisheries.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; PL 109-479; PL 94-265

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/14/2012 77 FR 56798 

NPRM Comment Period End 10/15/2012 

Final Action 05/20/2013 78 FR 29248 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA82

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Title: Amendment 41 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs

Abstract: This action modifies the Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands Crab Rationalization Program by establishing a process for

eligible fishery participants to request that NMFS exempt holders of regionally-designated individual fishing quota and individual

processor quota in the Bristol Bay red king crab, Bering Sea snow crab, Saint Matthew Island blue king crab, Eastern Aleutian

Islands golden king crab, Western Aleutian Islands red king crab, and Pribilof red and blue king crab fisheries from regional

delivery requirements. Current regulations for these fisheries require that crab harvested with catcher vessel individual fishing

quota categorized for a region be delivered for processing within the designated region, likewise crab purchased with individual

processor quota categorized for a region must be processed within the designated region. Exemption from regional delivery

requirements may be required when adequate processing capacity is not available in a region, or when severe weather

conditions would create safety concerns in a given region. This action is necessary to prevent disruption of these fisheries while

providing for the sustained participation of affected municipalities.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 680 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1862; PL 109-241; PL 109-479

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Availability 12/13/2012 77 FR 74161 

NPRM 01/30/2013 78 FR 6279 

Final Action 05/15/2013 78 FR 28523 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BA98

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Title: Fisheries in the Western Pacific; Marianas Trench Marine National Monument, Pacific Remote Islands Marine National

Monument, Rose Atoll Marine National Monument

Abstract: NMFS establishes requirements for fishing in the Marianas Trench, Pacific Remote Islands, and Rose Atoll Marine

National Monuments. The intent of this rule is to implement fishery management measures consistent with Presidential

Proclamations 8335, 8336, and 8337, which established the monuments.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 665 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 431 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Availability 02/01/2013 78 FR 7385 

NPRM 02/21/2013 78 FR 12015 

Final Rule 06/03/2013 78 FR 32996 

Collection-of-Information Approval 07/02/2013 78 FR 39583 

Additional Information: This action replaces a previous action identified by 0648-AX64.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB29

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Title: Amendment 5a to the Highly Migratory Species Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: This rule would establish new and revise existing rebuilding plans to end overfishing for various species of Atlantic

sharks, including scalloped hammerhead, sandbar, Gulf of Mexico blacktip, and Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico blacknose sharks.

The comment period for Amendment 5 ended on February 12, 2013. After the comment period, NOAA Fisheries decided to split

Amendment 5 into two separate actions. This rulemaking is the first of those two actions. The rulemaking is driven by the

Magnuson-Stevens Act two-year statutory timeline for establishing a rebuilding plan for scalloped hammerhead sharks.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 635 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: NMFS must implement a plan to rebuild overfished stocks within 2 years of stock status determination in

accordance with 16 U.S.C.1854(e)(3)–(4) as implemented by 50 CFR 600.310(j)(2)(ii); scalloped hammerhead sharks were

determined to be overfished on 4/28/2011.

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Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Must implement plan to rebuild stocks within 2 years of stock status

determination. 04/23/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/26/2012 77 FR 70551 

Final Action 07/03/2013 78 FR 40318 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB58

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Title: Amendment 18B to the Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Plan of the South Atlantic Region

Abstract: The South Atlantic Council intends to limit participation in the golden tilefish component of the snapper-grouper

fishery. This amendment proposes to establish a longline endorsement program for golden tilefish, establish golden tilefish

allocations for the hook and line and longline sectors, and modify golden tilefish trip limits.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 10/26/2012 77 FR 65356 

NPRM 12/19/2012 77 FR 75093 

Final Action 04/23/2013 78 FR 23858 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB73

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Title: International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Fishing Restrictions for Bigeye

Tuna and Yellowfin Tuna in Purse Seine Fisheries for 2012

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Abstract: The Conservation and Management Measure for Bigeye and Yellowfin Tuna in the Western and Central Pacific

Ocean is intended to reduce or otherwise control the fishing mortality rates on bigeye tuna and yellowfin tuna in the western and

central Pacific Ocean. This action implements provisions from the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission to extend

certain management measures for purse seine fishing vessels in the western and central Pacific Ocean. These management

measures include limits on fishing effort, restrictions on the use of fish aggregating devices, closed areas, catch retention

requirements, requirements to carry observers, and are intended to reduce fishing mortality on bigeye tuna and control fishing

mortality on yellowfin tuna.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 6901 et seq

Legal Deadline: Pursuant to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention Implementation Act, the Secretary of

Commerce is authorized to implement the decisions of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (Commission).

The Commission decisions to be implemented through this rulemaking require an effective date of January 1, 2012.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Effective date of interim rule: see overall description of deadline section

below. 01/01/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 12/30/2011 76 FR 82180 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AX60; Related to 0648-AX59

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BB94

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Title: Amendment 94 to the Gulf of Alaska Fishery Management Plan for Alaska and Regulatory Amendments for Community

Quota Entities

Abstract: This action implements Amendment 94 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska and

regulatory amendments to the Pacific halibut commercial fishery management program off Alaska. Amendment 94 to the

Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska and the regulatory amendments modified the Individual Fishing

Quota program for the Fixed-Gear Commercial Fisheries for Pacific Halibut and Sablefish in Waters in and off Alaska and

regulations for management of Community Quota Entities in the Gulf of Alaska by revising the vessel use caps applicable to

quota share held by Gulf of Alaska Community Quota Entities. This action also amended regulations to add three eligible

communities to the Community Quota Entity program and allow Community Quota Entities in halibut regulatory area 3A to

purchase D category halibut quota share. This action revised Community Quota Entity annual reporting requirements to

implement the North Pacific Fishery Management Councils management objectives and correct technical errors in current

regulations. The action increased fishing opportunities in small, remote fishing communities located in the Gulf of Alaska; aligned

the Community Quota Entity vessel use caps with those in the Individual Fishing Quota program for the Fixed-Gear Commercial

Fisheries for Pacific Halibut and Sablefish in Waters in and off Alaska; improved the clarity and effectiveness of the Individual

Fishing Quota program for the Fixed-Gear Commercial Fisheries for Pacific Halibut and Sablefish in Waters in and off Alaska

and Community Quota Entity regulations; and promoted the objectives of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and

Management Act and the Northern Pacific Halibut Act of 1982 with respect to the individual fishing quota fisheries.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300; 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 801

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 02/22/2013 78 FR 14490 

NPRM 03/06/2013 78 FR 14490 

Final Action 06/04/2013 78 FR 33243 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Organizations Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC01

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Title: Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program Reconsideration of Allocation of Whiting (Raw 2)

Abstract: On February 21, 2012, Judge Henderson issued the remedy order in Pacific Dawn, LLC v. Bryson, No. C10-4829

TEH (N.D. Cal.). The Order remands the regulations addressing the initial allocation of whiting for the shorebased individual

fishing quota (IFQ) fishery and the at-sea mothership fishery of the Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program

(program) for further consideration consistent with the courts December 22, 2011 summary judgment ruling, the MagnusonStevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA), and all other governing law. Further, the Order requires that the

National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) implement revised regulations before the 2013 Pacific whiting fishing season begins

on April 1, 2013. This action implements revised regulations, as appropriate, including a reallocation of whiting and potentially

some related species. This action may include a Paperwork Reduction Act package to clear application forms, and any other

necessary documentation.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 04/04/2012 77 FR 20337 

Proposed Rule 01/02/2013 78 FR 72 

Final Action 03/28/2013 78 FR 18879 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-BC00

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

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Title: Corrections to Regulations Implementing Tilefish Amendment 1

Abstract: This rulemaking corrects and clarifies the regulations that implemented the Tilefish Individual Fishing Quota Program.

Changes include: 1) clarifying that the Individual Fishing Quota permit may be suspended if the cost recovery fee is not paid; 2)

correcting regulations to reflect that permanent resident aliens are eligible to own Individual Fishing Quota allocation; 3)

authorizing collection of Taxpayer Identification Numbers from Individual Fishing Quota allocation holders to facilitate collection

of cost recovery fees; and 4) adding the date a trip landed to the information collected through the post-trip call in requirement.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/29/2013 78 FR 18947 

Final Action 08/13/2013 78 FR 49186 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AS25

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC14

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Title: International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Bigeye Tuna Catch Limit in

Longline Fishery for 2012

Abstract: This rule implemented the March 2012 decision of the Commission for the Conservation and Management of Highly

Migratory Fish Stocks in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean (Commission) to extend until February 28, 2013, the longline

bigeye tuna catch limits the Commission adopted in 2008. If not extended, the Commissions longline bigeye tuna catch limits

would have expired in March 2012. The Commissions objective was to reduce the longline fishing mortality rate on bigeye tuna

in the western and central Pacific Ocean. Pursuant to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention Implementation Act,

16 U.S.C. 6901, et seq., the Secretary of Commerce is authorized to implement regulations to carry out the obligations of the

United States under the Convention on the Conservation and Management of Highly Migratory Fish Stocks in the Western and

Central Pacific Ocean, including the implementation of Commission decisions. This rule satisfied those obligations by

establishing a 2012 bigeye tuna catch limit in the western and central Pacific Ocean applicable to U.S. longline vessels other

than those associated with fisheries in American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 6901

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 08/27/2012 77 FR 51709 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-AX59

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC20

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Title: Amendment 4 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Fishery of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands:

Parrotfish Size Limits

Abstract: This amendment implemented size limits for parrotfish harvest in the U.S. Caribbean exclusive economic zone. Size

limits are intended to allow juvenile parrotfish to mature into reproductively active females, and to have a chance to spawn prior

to harvest. Reproductively active females are a necessary component of a healthy, sustainable population.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/11/2013 78 FR 15338 

Final Action 07/30/2013 78 FR 45894 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC21

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Title: Amendment to Open a Portion of the Georges Bank Closed Area to the Harvest of Atlantic Surfclams and Ocean

Quahogs

Abstract: The regulatory amendment to the Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Fishery Management Plan (FMP) would open a

portion of the Georges Bank (GB) Closed Area for harvesting surfclams and ocean quahogs for human consumption. The

proposed opening is based upon the recent adoption of the protocol into the National Shellfish Sanitation Program by the

Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference and the interpretation of the regulatory authority of the NMFS Northeast Regional

Office Regional Administrator when considering opening PSP closure areas. NMFS is proposing to open the portion of the GB

Closed Area, as requested by the Council, to the harvest of surfclams and ocean quahogs and require that harvesting must be

conducted under the terms of the protocol.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/31/2012 77 FR 53164 

Notice 10/22/2012 77 FR 64488 

Interim Final Rule 12/19/2012 77 FR 75057 

Final Action 08/16/2013 78 FR 49967 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC24

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Title: Revisions to the Regulations for Impact Analyses of Critical Habitat

Abstract: The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) (collectively referred to

as the Services or we) propose to revise regulations pertaining to impact analyses conducted for designations of critical habitat

under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. These changes are being proposed as directed by the Presidents,

February 28, 2012, memorandum, which directed us to take prompt steps to revise our regulations to provide that the economic

analysis be completed and made available for public comment at the time of publication of a proposed rule to designate critical

habitat.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 424 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/24/2012 77 FR 51503 

Reopening Comment period 11/08/2012 77 FR 66946 

Final Rule 08/28/2013 78 FR 53058 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related Agencies: Joint : FWS

Agency Contact: Donna Wieting 

Fishery Biologist, Office of Protected Resources

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2322

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC25

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Title: Amendment 42 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs

Abstract: NMFS implemented regulations for Amendment 42 to the Fishery Management Plan for Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands

King and Tanner Crabs (FMP). Amendment 42 revised the annual economic data reports currently required from catcher

vessels, catcher/processors, shoreside processors, and stationary floating crab processors participating in the Bering Sea and

Aleutian Islands Crab Rationalization Program. The economic data reports include cost, revenue, ownership, and employment

data in order to study the economic impacts of the Crab Rationalization Program on harvesters, processors, and affected

communities. Amendment 42 eliminated redundant reporting requirements, standardized reporting across respondents, and

reduced costs associated with the data collection.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 679 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 03/12/2013 78 FR 15677 

NPRM 03/21/2013 78 FR 17341 

Final Action 06/17/2013 78 FR 36122 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: James Balsiger 

Administrator, Alaska Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

709 West Ninth Street, Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau , AK 99801 

Phone: 907 586-7221

FAX: 907 586-7465

E-Mail: jim.balsiger@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC27

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Title: Framework Adjustment 48 to the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: The action implemented Framework Adjustment 48 to the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan.

Framework 48 set specifications for groundfish stocks for fishing years 2013 through 2015. This action also adopted the total

allowable catches for the U.S./Canada Management Area consistent with the U.S./Canada Resource Understanding. The

Georges Bank yellowtail flounder quota was substantially reduced through this action, potentially limiting fishing for more

valuable species and resulting in economic losses for the groundfish and scallop industries. Quotas for Gulf of Maine and

Georges Bank cod were also substantially reduced. This action also included measures to allow fishing in areas that have been

previously closed. This action was necessary to end overfishing and continue rebuilding of certain groundfish stocks and

improve the profitability of the groundfish fishery.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Intent 06/21/2012 77 FR 37387 

NPRM 03/25/2013 78 FR 18187 

Interim Final Rule 05/03/2013 78 FR 26117 

Correcting Amendment 06/10/2013 78 FR 34587 

Final Rule 08/29/2013 78 FR 53363 

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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.

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC31

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Title: Amendment 8 to the Consolidated HMS Fishery Management Plan; North Atlantic Swordfish Management Measures

Abstract: The rule for Amendment 8 to the Consolidated HMS Fishery Management Plan (Consolidated HMS FMP)

establishes new and/or modified commercial vessel permits to allow for swordfish caught on rod and reel, handline, harpoon

gear, green-stick, or bandit gear to be retained and sold commercially. Specifically this action: (1) implements new and/or

modified swordfish vessel permits and authorized gears; (2) commercial swordfish catch reporting requirements (including the

potential implementation of a swordfish carcass tagging program); and (3) swordfish retention limits associated with a new

and/or modified permit. The North Atlantic swordfish stock is fully rebuilt. In recent years the United States has not caught its

entire allocation of North Atlantic swordfish, which is established by the recommendation of the International Commission for the

Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT). The purpose of this rule is to provide additional opportunities for the United States to

more fully utilize its domestic swordfish quota allocation, using fishing gears with low bycatch and bycatch mortality rates. The

careful expansion of swordfish handgear fisheries is warranted to make steady progress toward fully harvesting its swordfish

allocation while minimizing bycatch.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 600; 50 CFR 635 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 971 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/22/2013 78 FR 12273 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/22/2013 78 FR 17625 

Final Action 08/21/2013 78 FR 52011 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Emily Menashes 

Acting Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Silver Spring , MD 20910 

Phone: 301 713-2234

E-Mail: emily.menashes@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC35

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Title: Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; Fisheries off West Coast States; Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery; Specifications and

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Management Measures and FMP Amendment 21-1

Abstract: Every other year, the Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) makes recommendations to set biennial

allowable harvest levels for Pacific Coast groundfish, and recommends management measures for commercial and recreational

fisheries that are designed to achieve those harvest levels.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/14/2012 77 FR 67974 

Final Rule 01/03/2013 78 FR 579 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC41

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Title: Regulatory Amendment 13 to the Fishery Management Plan of the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region

Abstract: Regulatory Amendment 13 revised the annual catch limits for species in the Fishery Management Plan that do not

have stock assessments. The current recreational catch estimates for species in the FMP have been computed using data

generated by the Marine Recreational Fisheries Statistics Survey (MRFSS). NMFS has developed the Marine Recreational

Information Program (MRIP) to provide more accurate recreational catch estimates by accounting for potential biases such as

possible differences in catch rates at high-activity and low-activity fishing sites, or the amount of fishing occurring at different

parts of the day. The MRIP methods have been used to recalculate previous MRFSS estimates dating back to 2004, and will be

the basis for all new estimates moving forward. Regulatory Amendment 13 updated the annual catch limits (including sector

annual catch limits) for select snapper-grouper species, with the newly available MRIP data. A future amendment will be

developed to address the revised MRIP information for species in the Fishery Management Plans that have stock assessments.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/21/2013 78 FR 17336 

Final Action 06/17/2013 78 FR 36113 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC44

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Title: Management Measures for Pacific Bluefin Tuna in the Eastern Pacific Ocean

Abstract: This rule restricts U.S. commercial fishing in the eastern Pacific Ocean for 2012 and 2013 by preventing further

commercial retention of bluefin tuna after (1) the commercial catch of bluefin tuna by the international fleet reaches 10,000

metric tons; (2) the commercial catch of bluefin tuna by the international fleet reaches 5,600 metric tons during the year 2012.

Notwithstanding these restrictions, the United States commercial fishery may catch up to 500 metric tons of pacific bluefin tuna

in 2012 and 2013. This regulation was issued under the authority of the Tuna Conventions Act, as amended to implement

recommendations of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC). At the annual IATTC meeting in June 2012, the

IATTC adopted Resolution C-12-09, Conservation and Management Measure for Bluefin Tuna in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.

This rulemaking ensures that the United States is satisfying its obligations as a party to the IATTC Convention. It is not

anticipated that as a result of implementing Resolution C-12-09 that there would be any economic effect, or very limited

economic effect. No commercial vessels specialize in harvesting Pacific Bluefin. Pacific Bluefin is caught commercially by small

coastal purse seine vessels operating in the Southern California Bight with limited additional landings by the drift gillnet fleet that

targets swordfish. The Pacific bluefin commercial catch limitations are not expected to result in a closure of the United States

fishery because catches from recent years have not reached the 500 metric ton limit. The last time the United States exceeded

500 metric tons was in 1998.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 951-961 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/12/2012 77 FR 73969 

Final Action 06/04/2013 78 FR 33240 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC50

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Title: Regulatory Amendment to Implement an Exempted Fishery for the Spiny Dogfish Fishery off Cape Cod, MA

Abstract: This action established an exempted fishery because it has been determined that the directed fishery for spiny

dogfish does not catch more than a small amount of groundfish. Implementing this action allows vessels to target spiny dogfish

without having to use their declared days-at-sea or sector groundfish trips affected. This action exempts the groundfish sectors

from having a groundfish discard rate applied to these trips, which means the sectors would not use their groundfish allocations

as fast. Specifically, this rule created an exempted fishery for vessels using gillnet and longline gear from June through

December and handline gear from June through August in an area off Cape Cod, MA where less than five percent of their catch

is groundfish.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/19/2012 77 FR 64305 

Interim Final Rule 05/07/2013 78 FR 26518 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC51

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Title: Framework Action to Set the Annual Catch Limit for Vermilion and Yellowtail Snapper, and Modify the Bag Limit for

Vermilion Snapper

Abstract: The vermilion snapper annual catch limit was set at 3.42 million pounds (mp); however, a 2011 stock assessment

indicated vermilion snapper are not overfished or undergoing overfishing. Based on the assessment, the Gulf of Mexico Fishery

Management Councils (Council) Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC) recommended an acceptable biological catch level

much higher than the current ACL (>1 mp). This framework action evaluated different options for setting the annual catch limit

and (optionally) an annual catch target consistent with the SSCs recommendation while minimizing the risk of overfishing. The

Council requested a subsequent rule that increases the 2012 annual catch limit to avoid a closure of the vermilion snapper

component of the Gulf of Mexico reef fish fishery.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/07/2013 78 FR 26607 

Final Action 08/02/2013 78 FR 46820 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC58

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Title: Amendment 9 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Shrimp Fishery of the South Atlantic Region

Abstract: The Fishery Management Plan for the Shrimp Fishery of the South Atlantic Region (FMP) included a process for a

State to request a concurrent closure to the harvest of penaeid shrimp in adjacent Federal waters during a cold weather event.

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council) was concerned the process was administratively burdensome and

may unintentionally hinder protections for the overwintering shrimp stock affected by the cold weather and protected by the

closure. Amendment 9 modified the criteria and process used for South Atlantic States to request concurrent closure of Federal

waters to penaeid shrimp fishing to protect overwintering shrimp stocks. The amendment added a temperature threshold that

could be used as triggering criterion for States to request a concurrent closure of Federal waters, in lieu of, or in addition to, the

current abundance criterion. Additionally, Shrimp Amendment 9 streamlined the administrative process by allowing States to

request a concurrent closure which would eliminate the Council review of requests.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 03/14/2013 78 FR 14069 

NPRM 03/20/2013 78 FR 17178 

Final Action 06/13/2013 78 FR 35571 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC60

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Title: Regulatory Amendment 15 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region

Abstract: Measures in Regulatory Amendment 15 would increase the annual catch limit for yellowtail snapper based on a

recent assessment, which indicates the stock is not undergoing overfishing and is not overfished. Regulatory Amendment 15

would also reduce the commercial annual catch limit for gag to account for gag discard mortality and adjust the accountability

measure for gag. this would only close gag when the commercial annual catch limit is reached, instead of closing gag and all

other shallow water grouper species, which have their own annual catch limits.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/24/2013 78 FR 31511 

Final Action 08/13/2013 78 FR 49183 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC63

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Title: Amendment 28 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region

Abstract: A limited red snapper fishing season was established in 2012 through an emergency action under the MagnusonStevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council) determined that

some directed harvest could be allowed without compromising the rebuilding of the red snapper stock to target levels, and they

saw the limited harvest as an opportunity to collect additional data on red snapper. Through Amendment 28, the Council

established a process that would allow this type of limited harvest for red snapper in 2013 and in the future, depending on the

projected mortalities (landings and discards) for the current fishing year and the amount of harvest from the previous year. The

actions will benefit fishermen and fishing communities that utilize the red snapper portion of the snapper grouper fishery.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice of Availability 03/12/2013 78 FR 15672 

NPRM 04/29/2013 78 FR 25047 

Final Action 07/24/2013 78 FR 44461 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC64

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Title: Framework Action to Set the 2013 Gag Recreational Fishing Season and Bag Limit and Modify the February-March

Shallow-Water Grouper Closed Season

Abstract: The Gulf of Mexico gag grouper rebuilding plan calls for an increase to the recreational annual catch target by more

than 200,000 pounds in 2013. This rule establishes a 2013 gag grouper recreational fishing season beginning on July 1 that

stays open until the catch target is projected to be caught. The rule modified the current February 1 through March 31 shallow

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water gag seasonal closure to only close those waters deeper than 20 fathoms.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/12/2013 78 FR 12012 

Final Action 06/04/2013 78 FR 33259 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC75

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Title: Pacific Halibut Fisheries; Catch Sharing Plan for Washington, Oregon, and California

Abstract: Each year, the Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) reviews and receives public comment on its Pacific

Halibut Catch Sharing Plan (Plan) to determine whether revisions are needed to achieve management objectives for any of the

West Coast halibut fisheries. As recommended by the Council, for 2013 and beyond, this action implements minor changes to

the portion of the Plan covering the sport fisheries and the salmon troll commercial fishery that incidentally catches halibut. For

the Columbia River subarea sport fishery the changes increase the early season percentage, decrease the late season

percentage, and decrease the days of the week. This change was recommended to more fully attain this subarea's quota. This

action eliminates the summer all depth season and transferring the summer quota to the spring and nearshore fisheries, for the

Oregon Central coast subarea, which may be triggered by a U.S. West Coast TAC of 700,000 lbs. Additionally in this area for

the nearshore fishery, there will be a reduction to the number of open days from seven to three. Finally, the start date for

halibut retention in the salmon troll fishery will be changed from May 1 to April 1 each year.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 773 et seq

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Final Rule 03/01/2012 

NPRM Statutory Proposed Rule 12/31/2012 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/11/2013 78 FR 9660 

Final Rule 03/15/2013 78 FR 16423 

Correcting Amendment 05/08/2013 78 FR 26708 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

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Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC78

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Title: Enhanced Document Requirements to Support Use of the Dolphin Safe Label on Tuna Products

Abstract: NMFS has published regulations under the Dolphin Protection Consumer Information Act (Act) to enhance the

requirements for documentation to support labels on tuna products that represent the product as dolphin safe. In particular, in

order for tuna products to include a dolphin safe claim on its label, the captain of the fishing vessel must certify that "no dolphins

were killed or seriously injured in the sets or other gear deployments in which the tuna were caught." This will better ensure

dolphin safe labels comply with a requirement in the Act that any products not using the official label (a logo promulgated

several years ago by NOAA which may be used but is not required) meet this standard. In practice, the official dolphin safe

label is almost never used in the United States. The rule also requires a confirmation of the captain certificate in those fisheries

in which an on-board vessel observer is qualified and authorized to make such a confirmation.This rule has no effect on the

fresh tuna market, or markets where tuna is supplied to restaurants and other retailers but not marked or labeled as dolphinsafe. The U.S. Trade Representative and the Department of State have been thoroughly consulted already, and actively

promote the promulgation of this rule.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 216 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1635 et seq

Legal Deadline: The regulation should be effective by this date to ensure that NOAA meets its obligations to ensure the

labeling standard is consistently applied in accordance with legal standards.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory See below 06/13/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/05/2013 78 FR 20604 

Final Action 07/09/2013 78 FR 40997 

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.

Agency Contact: Mark Helvey 

Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

501 West Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802

Long Beach , CA 90802 

Phone: 562 980-4040

FAX: 562 980-4047

E-Mail: mark.helvey@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC81

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Title: Framework Adjustment 24 to the Atlantic Sea Scallop FMP and Framework Adjustment 49 to the Northeast Multispecies

Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: Framework 24 to the Atlantic Sea Scallop FMP set management measures for the scallop fishery for the 2013

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fishing year, including the annual catch limits for the limited access and limited access general category fleets, as well as daysat-sea allocations and sea scallop access area trip allocations. In addition, it adjusts the Georges Bank scallop access area

closure schedule, refines the management of yellowtail flounder accountability measures in the scallop fishery, makes

adjustments to the industry-funded observer program, and provides more flexibility in the management of the individual fishing

quota program. Because Framework 24 includes an alternative to modify the Georges Bank scallop access area seasonal

restrictions, this action is also a joint framework with the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan (Framework 49).

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/15/2013 78 FR 16573 

Final Rule 05/09/2013 78 FR 27088 

Correction 07/18/2013 78 FR 42890 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business;

Organizations Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC85

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Title: 2013-2015 Spiny Dogfish Fishery Specifications

Abstract: This action implements the specifications for the spiny dogfish fishery for fishing years 2013-2015. Each year would

include annual catch limits and commercial fishery quotas that represent increases from fishing year 2012 levels. The action

also increases the spiny dogfish possession limit from 3,000 to 4,000 pounds per trip. The New England and Mid-Atlantic

Fishery Management Councils jointly recommended the Annual catch limits and commercial quotas for FYs 2013-2015.2013:

ACL = 54.295 million lb; commercial quota = 40.842 million lb (+14 percent from 2012)2014: ACL = 55.277 million lb;

commercial quota = 41.784 million lb (+17 percent from 2012)2015: ACL = 55.063 million lb; commercial quota = 41.578 million

lb (+16 percent from 2012)

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/12/2013 78 FR 15674 

Final Action 05/03/2013 78 FR 25862 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC87

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Title: International Fisheries; Western and Central Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species; Fishing Restrictions in Purse

Seine Fisheries for 2013 and 2014

Abstract: This rule establishes requirements for U.S. purse seine vessels pursuant to a decision made by the Western and

Central Pacific Fisheries Commission, which is intended to reduce or otherwise control the fishing mortality rates on three

stocks of tuna (Bigeye, Yellowfin, and Skipjack Tuna). Member States of the Commission, including the United States, are

obligated to establish specific requirements in their fisheries for highly migratory fish stocks in the western and central Pacific

Ocean. Pursuant to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention Implementation Act, 16 U.S.C. 6901, et seq., the

Secretary of Commerce is authorized to implement regulations to carry out the obligations of the United States under the

Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention (Convention), including the implementation of Commission decisions such as

CMM 2012-01. This rule implements the requirements for U.S. purse seine vessels. The rule includes limits for calendar years

2013 and 2014 on U.S. purse seine fishing effort on the high seas and in the U.S. exclusive economic zone in the Convention

Area. It sets controls on the use of fish aggregating devices by U.S. purse seine vessels during 2013 and 2014, including

periods during which purse seine fishing may not be done on schools aggregated in association with fish aggregating devices.

Finally, this action implements a requirement, if necessary, for U.S. purse seine vessels to carry observers on all fishing trips in

the Convention Area.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 6901 et seq

Legal Deadline: Under international agreement, the rule should be made effective as soon as possible in 2013 (certain

elements of the international decision will go into effect on February 4, 2013).

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory International Agreement 02/04/2013 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/07/2013 78 FR 14755 

Correction 03/25/2013 78 FR 17919 

Final Action 05/23/2013 78 FR 30773 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC89

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Title: Fisheries in the Western Pacific; 5-Year Extension of Moratorium on Harvest of Gold Corals

Abstract: This rule extends the region-wide moratorium on the harvest of gold corals in the U.S. Pacific Islands through June

30, 2018. The intent of this rule is to prevent overfishing and to stimulate research on gold corals.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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CFR Citation: 50 CFR 665 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/26/2013 78 FR 18302 

Final Action 05/29/2013 78 FR 32181 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Michael Tosatto 

Regional Administrator for the Pacific Islands Region

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

1601 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1110, Honolulu, HI 96814

Honolulu , HI 96814 

Phone: 808 944-2281

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC93

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Title: Pacific Coast Whiting Fishery Allocations for 2013

Abstract: This rule is a routine action which is issued consistent with a regulatory framework that was established in 1996 to

implement the Washington coastal treaty Indian tribes rights to harvest Pacific Coast groundfish. The proposed rule established

a formula for determining the Pacific whiting tribal allocation for 2013. The final rule for Pacific whiting in 2013 included the tribal

allocation as well as final allocations to the non-tribal sector.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq; 16 USC 773 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/05/2013 78 FR 14259 

Final Action 05/07/2013 78 FR 26526 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-BC35

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC98

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Title: Framework Action to set the 2013 Quota for Red Snapper Commercial and Recreational Quotas and Modify the

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Recreational Bag Limit

Abstract: The action set the 2013 quotas for the commercial and recreational harvest of red snapper in the Gulf of Mexico.

This increased the quotas consistent with the most recent stock assessment and the red snapper rebuilding plan developed by

the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council. This action also considered reducing the red snapper recreational bag limit.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/04/2013 78 FR 20292 

Final Action 05/29/2013 78 FR 32179 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BC99

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Title: Amendment 30 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region

Abstract: Amendment 30 would require commercial vessels harvesting snapper-grouper species in the South Atlantic to have

onboard an operating vessel monitoring system (VMS) approved by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). There is a

need within the snapper-grouper fishery to improve enforceability of area fishing restrictions. The fishery management plan

contains several area-specific regulations where snapper-grouper fishing is restricted or prohibited to protect habitat, fish

populations, and spawning aggregations. Unlike management measures such as size, bag, and trip limits, where the catch can

be monitored onshore when a vessel returns to port, area restrictions require at-sea enforcement to be effective. However, atsea enforcement of offshore area restrictions is difficult because of the distance from shore and limited number of available

patrol vessels. An operating VMS would allow NMFS law enforcement personnel and their enforcement partners to monitor

compliance with area-specific regulations and prosecute violations. A VMS requirement would also allow for increased accurate

tracking and monitoring of locations where snapper-grouper vessels land fish.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Withdrawn 08/25/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

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St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD00

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Title: Emergency Rule to Establish Recreational Closure Authority Specific to Federal Waters off Individual States for the Red

Snapper Component of the Reef Fish Fishery

Abstract: Prior to the June 1 opening each year, NMFS determines the recreational red snapper fishing season length based

on landings projections, which evaluate catch rates and the average weight of red snapper landed in previous years. Those

projections also account for any excess fish that will be harvested in waters of States that adopt inconsistent regulations. This

means that the recreational season in the entire Gulf of Mexico EEZ has been shortened to account for harvest occurring in

State waters when Federal waters are closed. To reduce the impact of inconsistent State regulations on all Gulf Coast states

and provide for a more equitable allocation of red snapper harvest, the Council requested that NMFS implement an emergency

rule that provides the authority to shorten the federal season only off those States that adopt inconsistent regulations. The

Federal seasons off those States would be shortened by the amount needed to correct for the additional harvest that would

occur as a result of their regulations.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 03/25/2013 78 FR 17882 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD04

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Title: Regulatory Amendment 18 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic

Region

Abstract: Stock assessment updates for vermilion snapper and red porgy were completed in 2012, and suggest the annual

catch limit (ACL) for both species could be modified based upon advice from the South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils

(South Atlantic Council) Scientific and Statistical Committee. The stock assessment updates indicate vermilion snapper is no

longer undergoing overfishing and is not overfished, and red porgy is not undergoing overfishing but is still overfished. Based on

the outcome of the stock assessment updates the Council recommended modifying the commercial and recreational ACLs for

red porgy and vermilion snapper.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

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Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/08/2013 78 FR 26740 

Final Action 08/06/2013 78 FR 47574 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

FAX: 727 824-5308

E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD10

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Title: Framework Action to Revise the Passenger Capacity Criteria for Renewal and Transfer of Gulf Reef Fish and Coastal

Migratory Pelagic For-Hire Permits

Abstract: In 2003, NOAA Fisheries placed a moratorium on two permit types for the charter/headboat (for-hire permit) for the

Gulf of Mexico coastal migratory pelagics and the charter/headboat (for-hire permit) for the Gulf of Mexico reef fish fisheries.

This was designed to cap effort. In June 2006, these moratoria were extended indefinitely. Current regulations limit for-hire

fishing permit transfers and renewals to vessels that have the same or lower passenger capacity than specified on the face of

the permit. Initial passenger capacity on each permit has been based on a vessels Certificate of Inspection provided by the

United States Coast Guard). This restriction has limited the ability of a vessel owner to use his vessel for non-fishing activities

(e.g., ecotours or sunset tours) where the Coast Guard might allow a higher passenger capacity than specified on the face of

the permit. The action eliminates the requirement to submit a current Certificate of Inspection with the application to renew or

transfer a Federal Gulf of Mexico for-hire fishing permit, and eliminates the restriction on transfer or renewal. Also, it prohibits

harvesting or possessing reef fish and coastal migratory pelagics species on vessels with a Gulf of Mexico for-hire permit that is

carrying more passengers than is specified on the face of the permit. The for-hire fishing permits passenger capacity is still

based on the Certificate of Inspection of the vessel when the moratorium for-hire permit was first issued. As a result of this rule,

the requirements to renew or transfer a for-hire permit are simplified, for-hire effort control in the reef fish and coastal migratory

pelagics fisheries are maintained, and vessel owners are allowed to carry more passengers for non-fishing activities if their

Certificate of Inspection authorizes a greater passenger capacity than their for-hire fishing permit.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 622 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/21/2013 78 FR 37500 

Final Action 07/31/2013 78 FR 46292 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Roy E. Crabtree 

Southeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

263 13th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

St. Petersburg , FL 33701 

Phone: 727 824-5305

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E-Mail: roy.crabtree@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD13

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Title: 2013 Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Recreational Harvest Measures and Increase to the 2013 and 2014

Black Sea Bass Specifications

Abstract: This rulemaking implements management measures to achieve recreational harvest limits for the 2013 summer

flounder, scup, and black sea bass recreational fisheries. Recreational management measures include recreational possession

limits, minimum fish sizes. The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Councils recommended recreational management measures

intend to achieve the recreational harvest limits which were established consistent with the Scientific and Statistical Committees

recommendations. This rulemaking also increases the catch limits for the 2013 and 2014 black sea bass fishery, consistent with

a revised recommendation from the Scientific and Statistical Committee.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/29/2013 78 FR 25052 

Final Action 06/21/2013 78 FR 37475 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD14

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Title: Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery; Biennial Specifications and Management Measures; Final Rule; April 2013 Inseason

Adjustments to Fishery Management Measures

Abstract: This action takes routine and frequent management action to modify harvest specifications and management

measures to meet the mandates outlined by the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act resulting from

the April 2013 Pacific Fishery Management Council meeting in Portland, OR.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 05/06/2013 78 FR 26277 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

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Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD26

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Title: Notice of a Control Date for Qualifying Landings History and to Limit Speculative Entry into the Longfin Squid/Butterfish

Fishery; Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: At the request of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council), this notice announces a control date that

may be applicable to, but not limited to, qualifying landings history for continued access to the longfin squid/butterfish

moratorium limited access permit program. NMFS intends this notice to promote awareness of possible rulemaking and to alert

interested parties of potential eligibility criteria for future access and to discourage speculative entry into and/or investment in

the longfin squid/butterfish fishery while the Council considers if and how access to the longfin squid/butterfish fishery should be

controlled.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 648 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action/Control Date 05/16/2013 78 FR 28794 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD38

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Title: Implementation of a Control Date for Qualifying Landings History and to Limit Speculative Entry into the Longfin

Squid/Butterfish Fishery; Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan

Abstract: At the request of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council), this notice announces a control date that

may be applicable to, but not limited to, qualifying landings history for continued access to the Illex squid moratorium limited

access permit program. NMFS intends this notice to: promote awareness of possible rulemaking; alert interested parties of

potential eligibility criteria for future access; and to discourage speculative entry into and/or investment in the Illex squid fishery

while the Council considers if and how access to the Illex squid fishery should be controlled.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule/Control Date 08/02/2013 78 FR 46903 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD43

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Title: Taking of Marine Mammals Incidental to Commercial Fishing Operations: Amendment to Harbor Porpoise Take

Reduction Plan Regulations

Abstract: This rule will remove the regulations implementing the consequence closure strategy from the Harbor Porpoise Take

Reduction Plan (Plan). In 2010, amendments to the Plan implemented a consequence closure strategy to close specific areas

to gillnet gear during certain times of the year if observed average bycatch rates exceed specified targets over the course of

two consecutive management seasons.In April 2012, NMFS sent letters to gillnet fishermen notifying them that the Coastal Gulf

of Maine Closure Area had been triggered beginning October 1, 2012 due to bycatch rates exceeding the target rate. Following

this notification, NMFS received a letter from a fishing industry representative requesting a review of harbor porpoise bycatch

and fishing effort information in the coastal Gulf of Maine area after the implementation of New England Multispecies Fishery

Management Plan Amendment 16, which implemented sector management and greatly modified the way New England

groundfish fishermen could fish. As a result, NMFS temporarily shifted for one year the effective period of the Coastal Gulf of

Maine Closure Area from October 1 through November 30, 2012 to February 1 through March 31, 2013. NMFS convened the

Team for several meetings to discuss potential amendments to the Plan in November 2012, February 2013, April 2013, May

2013, and June 2013. Among the topics discussed at the Team meetings was the appropriateness of the consequence closure

strategy in light of recent New England fishery changes. It is likely that the consequence area target bycatch rates no longer

accurately reflect compliant bycatch rates in New England since the target bycatch rates for the consequence closure areas are

exceeded while coastwide harbor porpoise bycatch rates are declining below the stocks potential biological removal level and

harbor porpoise stock abundance is increasing. At the conclusion of the May 2013 meeting, the Team voted in favor of

removing the regulations.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 229 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1631 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/26/2013 78 FR 52753 

NPRM Comment Period End 09/10/2013 

Final Action 10/04/2013 78 FR 61821 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: John K. Bullard 

Northeast Regional Administrator

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester , MA 01930 

Phone: 978 281-9287

E-Mail: john.bullard@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) RIN: 0648-BD47

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Title: September 2013 Inseason Adjustments to Fishery Management Measures for the Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery

Abstract: On January 3, 2013, NMFS published a final rule to implement the 2013-2014 West Coast groundfish harvest

specifications and management measures. This action takes routine and frequent management action to modify management

measures to meet the mandates outlined by the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 660 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1801 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 08/13/2013 78 FR 49190 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0648-BC35

Agency Contact: Barry Thom 

Deputy Regional Administrator, Northwest Region, NMFS

Department of Commerce

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Building 1, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 48115-0070

Seattle , WA 48115-0070 

Phone: 206 526-6150

FAX: 206 526-6426

E-Mail: barry.thom@noaa.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC32

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Title: Revision of Fees for Application for Registration and for Registration

Abstract: The United States Patent and Trademark Office is taking this action to revise existing fees to recover the estimated

average cost of processing applications for registration to practice before the Office, as well as for the process of registering

practitioners to practice before the Office.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 1.21(a)(1); 37 CFR 1.21(a)(2) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 35 USC 2(b)(2)(D); 35 USC 41(d)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2014 

NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/2014 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 06/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: William Covey 

Deputy General Counsel for Enrollment and Discipline and Director for Enrollment and Discipline

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

P.O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313-1450

Alexandria , VA 22313-1450 

Phone: 571 272-4097

FAX: 571 273-0074

E-Mail: william.covey@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC35

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Title: Changes to Rules of Practice Before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board

Abstract: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), is taking this

action to revise the Trademark Rules of Practice (37 CFR part 2) to set forth requirements for service of notices of opposition to

applications for trademark registration and of petitions to cancel trademark registrations. The purpose of these service rules is to

codify and clarify current practice. This action would also codify and revise certain rules by which parties in opposition,

cancellation, and concurrent use proceedings (inter partes proceedings) before the TTAB can make of record, by means of

notice of reliance, various types of materials as evidence. Further, this action will revise and clarify rules specifying what

materials are automatically of record as evidence in inter partes and therefore need not be made of record by any party to a

proceeding.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 2.101; 37 CFR 2.111; 37 CFR 2.122 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1123; 35 USC 2

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 04/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Gerard F. Rogers 

Chief Administrative Trademark Judge

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

P.O. Box 1451, Alexandria, VA 22313-1451

Alexandria , VA 22313-1451 

Phone: 571 272-4299

FAX: 571 273-4299

E-Mail: gerard.rogers@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC40

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Title: Sound Marks

Abstract: The Office amends 37 CFR (part 2) to set forth the requirements for applying to register a sound mark.

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Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 2 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1123; 35 USC 2

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Cynthia C. Lynch 

Administrator for Trademark Examination Policy

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

Commissioner for Trademarks, P.O. Box 1451, Alexandria, VA 22313-1451

Alexandria , VA 22313-1451 

Phone: 571 272-8742

FAX: 571 273-8742

E-Mail: cynthia.lynch@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC41

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Title: Revival of Abandoned Application and Reinstatement of Abandoned Application

Abstract: The Office amends 37 CFR (part 2) to revise the requirements for reviving a trademark application and to set forth

the requirements for reinstating abandoned applications.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 2.66 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1123; 37 USC 2

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/2014 

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 07/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Cynthia C. Lynch 

Administrator for Trademark Examination Policy

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

Commissioner for Trademarks, P.O. Box 1451, Alexandria, VA 22313-1451

Alexandria , VA 22313-1451 

Phone: 571 272-8742

FAX: 571 273-8742

E-Mail: cynthia.lynch@uspto.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC87

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Title: Changes to Implement the Hague Agreement Concerning International Registration of Industrial Designs

Abstract: The Patent Law Treaties Implementation Act of 2012 (PLTIA) amends the patent laws to implement the provisions of

the Geneva Act of the Hague Agreement Concerning International Registration of Industrial Designs (Hague Agreement) in title

I, and the Patent Law Treaty (PLT) in title II. The Hague Agreement allows an applicant to apply for design protection in

member countries and intergovernmental organizations by filing of a single, standardized international design application in a

single language. This notice proposes changes to the rules of practice to implement the Hague Agreement and title I of the

PLTIA. The Patent Law Treaty and title II of the PLTIA are being implemented in a separate rulemaking. The notable changes in

the Hague Agreement and title I of the PLTIA pertain to: (1) standardizing formal requirements for international design

applications; (2) establishing the United States Patent and Trademark Office as an office through which international design

applications may be filed; (3) providing a right of priority with respect to international design applications; (4) treating an

international design application that designates the United States as having the same effect from its filing date as that of a

national design application; (5) providing provisional rights for published international design applications that designate the

United States; (6) extending the patent term for design patents to fifteen years from the date of patent grant; (7) providing for

examination by the Office of international design applications that designate the United States; and (8) permitting an applicants

failure to act within prescribed time limits in an international design application to be excused as to the United States under

certain conditions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 1.4; 37 CFR 1.5; 37 CFR 1.6; 37 CFR 1.8; 37 CFR 1.9 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of

Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 126 Stat 1527 (Hague Agreement Implementation Act) title l of the Patent Law Treaties Implementation; PL

112-211 101 through 103

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 01/00/2014 

Final Rule 03/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 0651-AC85

Agency Contact: Boris Milef 

Senior Patent Cooperation Treaty Legal Examiner

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

PO Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313

Alexandria , VA 22313 

Phone: 571 272-3288

FAX: 571 273-3288

E-Mail: boris.milef@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC88

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Title: Miscellaneous Changes to Trademark Rules of Practice

Abstract: The Office is amending 37 CFR (Parts 2, 6, and 7) to clarify certain requirements regarding recognition for

representation, identifying prior registrations, appeals, renewal applications, Express Mail correspondence, classification, and

assignments. For the most part, the proposed rule changes are intended to codify existing practice.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 2.1; 37 CFR 2.3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1123; 35 USC 2

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Cynthia C. Lynch 

Administrator for Trademark Examination Policy

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

Commissioner for Trademarks, P.O. Box 1451, Alexandria, VA 22313-1451

Alexandria , VA 22313-1451 

Phone: 571 272-8742

FAX: 571 273-8742

E-Mail: cynthia.lynch@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC89

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Title: Certification and Collective Marks

Abstract: The Office is amending 37 CFR (Parts 2 and 7) to clarify the requirements for applications, allegations of use, and

post-registration maintenance documents for certification and collective marks. For the most part, the proposed rule changes are

intended to codify existing practice.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 2.2 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1123; 35 USC 2

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Cynthia C. Lynch 

Administrator for Trademark Examination Policy

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

Commissioner for Trademarks, P.O. Box 1451, Alexandria, VA 22313-1451

Alexandria , VA 22313-1451 

Phone: 571 272-8742

FAX: 571 273-8742

E-Mail: cynthia.lynch@uspto.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC90

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Title: Changes to Require Real Party in Interest Information

Abstract: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (Office) is proposing changes to the rules of practice to provide

greater public transparency concerning the ownership of pending patent applications and patents. This initiative is one of a

number of executive actions being taken by the Administration to bring about greater transparency to the patent system and

level the playing field for innovators. The Office is proposing in this notice to require that the real party in interest, including the

ultimate parent entity, be identified during the pendency of a patent application and at specified times during the life of a patent.

The Office is specifically proposing that the real party in interest be identified on filing (or shortly thereafter), when there is a

change of real party in interest during the pendency of an application, at the time of issue fee and maintenance fee payments,

and when a patent is involved in supplemental examination, ex parte reexamination, or a trial before the Patent Trial and Appeal

Board (PTAB).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 1 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 35 USC 2(b)(2)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/2014 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Raul Tamayo Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

600 Dulany Street, P. O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313

Alexandria , VA 22313 

Phone: 571 272-7728

FAX: 571 273-7728

E-Mail: raul.tamayo@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC91

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Title: Technical Corrections to Representation of Others Before the USPTO

Abstract: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) periodically reviews its regulations to ensure that they are

current, correct, and consistent. This document amends Part 11 (Representation of other before the USPTO) of Title 37 of the

Code of Federal Regulations to correct any discrepancies. These changes reflect an ongoing effort to provide clear rules for

those who practice before the USPTO. The contents of this rulemaking will generally not be substantive in nature, and, instead,

will consist of corrections which reflect current USPTO practice.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 11 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 35 USC 2(b)(2)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2014 

NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/2014 

Final Rule 05/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 06/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: William Covey 

Deputy General Counsel for Enrollment and Discipline and Director for Enrollment and Discipline

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

P.O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313-1450

Alexandria , VA 22313-1450 

Phone: 571 272-4097

FAX: 571 273-0074

E-Mail: william.covey@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC58

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Title: Revision of the Duty to Disclose Information in Patent Applications and Reexamination Proceedings.

Abstract: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (Office or PTO) is revising the duty to disclose information in patent

applications and reexamination proceedings in light of the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (Federal

Circuit) in Therasense, Inc. v. Becton, Dickinson & Co, 649 F.3d 1276 (Fed. Cir. 2011) (en banc). Specifically, the Office is

revising the materiality standard for the duty to disclose information to match the "but-for" materiality standard for inequitable

conduct as set forth in Therasense. The Office is also incorporating an explicit reference to "affirmative egregious misconduct."

While Therasense does not require the Office to harmonize the materiality standards underlying the duty of disclosure and the

inequitable conduct doctrine, there are important reasons to do so. The materiality standard set forth in Therasense should

reduce the frequency with which applicants and practitioners are being charged with inequitable conduct, consequently

improving the disclosure practice before the Office by reducing the incentive to submit information disclosure statements

containing marginally relevant information and enabling applicants to be more forthcoming and helpful to the Office. Additionally,

harmonization of the materiality standards is simpler for the patent system as a whole.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 1.555; 37 CFR 1.56 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 35 USC 2(b)(2)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/21/2011 76 FR 43631 

NPRM Comment Period End 09/19/2011 

Final Rule 11/00/2013 

Final Rule Effective 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Raul Tamayo Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

600 Dulany Street, P. O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313

Alexandria , VA 22313 

Phone: 571 272-7728

FAX: 571 273-7728

E-Mail: raul.tamayo@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC84

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Title: Changes to Implement Revisions to Patent Term Adjustment

Abstract: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (Office) is revising the rules of practice to implement the changes to

the patent term adjustment provisions in section 1(h) of the Act to correct and improve certain provisions of the Leahy-Smith

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America Invents Act and title 35, United States Code (AIA Technical Corrections Act). Section 1(h) of the AIA Technical

Corrections Act revises the date from which the fourteen-month patent term adjustment period, and clarifies the date from which

the three-year patent term adjustment period, are measured with respect to international applications filed under the Patent

Cooperation Treaty. Section 1(h) of the AIA Technical Corrections Act also revises the provisions for notifying applicants of

patent term adjustment determinations and for requesting reconsideration and judicial review of the Offices patent term

adjustment determinations and decisions.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 1.7 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 126 Stat 2456 (2013) ("AIA Technical Corrections Act"); 35 USC 154; 35 USC 2(b)(2); 35 USC 371; PL 112

274

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 04/01/2013 78 FR 19416 

Interim Final Rule Effective 04/01/2013 78 FR 19416 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 05/31/2013 

Final Rule 03/00/2014 

Final Rule Effective 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Raul Tamayo Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

600 Dulany Street, P. O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313

Alexandria , VA 22313 

Phone: 571 272-7728

FAX: 571 273-7728

E-Mail: raul.tamayo@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC85

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Title: Changes to Implement the Patent Law Treaty

Abstract: The Patent Law Treaties Implementation Act of 2012 (PLTIA) amends the patent laws to implement the provisions of

the Hague Agreement Concerning International Registration of Industrial Designs (Hague Agreement) in title I, and the Patent

Law Treaty (PLT) in title II. The PLT harmonizes and streamlines formal procedures pertaining to the filing and processing of

patent applications. This notice proposes changes to the rules of practice for consistency with the changes in the PLT and title II

of the PLTIA. The Hague Agreement and title I of the PLTIA are being implemented in a separate rulemaking. The notable

changes in the PLT and title II of the PLTIA pertain to: (1) the filing date requirements for a patent application; (2) the

restoration of patent rights via the revival of abandoned applications and acceptance of delayed maintenance fee payments; and

(3) the restoration of the right of priority to a foreign application or the benefit of a provisional application via the permitting of a

claim to priority to a foreign application or the benefit of a provisional application in a subsequent application filed within two

months of the expiration of the twelve-month period (six month period for design applications) for filing such a subsequent

application.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 1.1; 37 CFR 1.2; 37 CFR 1.5; 37 CFR 1.7; 37 CFR 1.8; 37 CFR 1.3; 37 CFR 1.4; 37 CFR 3.1; 37 CFR

3.3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 126 Stat 1527; 126 Stat 1533-37 (Patent Law Treaties Implementation Act of 2012); 35 USC 111; 35 USC

2(b)(2); 35 USC 27; PL 112-211 201 through 203

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/11/2013 78 FR 21788 

NPRM Comment Period End 06/10/2013 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Final Action Effective 12/00/2013 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Raul Tamayo Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

600 Dulany Street, P. O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313

Alexandria , VA 22313 

Phone: 571 272-7728

FAX: 571 273-7728

E-Mail: raul.tamayo@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Patent and Trademark Office ( PTO ) RIN: 0651-AC86

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Title: Setting and Adjusting Patent Fees; Correction

Abstract: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (Office) is correcting final regulations that were published in the

Federal Register on January 18, 2013 (78 FR 4212) (Fee Setting final rule). The Fee Setting final rule set and adjusted patent

fees as authorized by the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act (AIA). This rulemaking corrects those final regulations to revised

minor inconsistencies within the Fee Setting final rule or arising from other recent rulemakings under the AIA. It also corrects

minor inconsistencies with a few of the Regulations under the Patent Cooperative Treaty (PCT) and typographical errors.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 37 CFR 1; 37 CFR 41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 35 USC 134; 35 USC 135; 35 USC 2; 35 USC 21; 35 USC 23; 35 USC 3; 35 USC 32; 35 USC 41; PL 112-

29

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Rule 03/20/2013 78 FR 17102 

Interim Rule Effective 03/20/2013 78 FR 17102 

Interim Rule Comment Period End 05/20/2013 78 FR 17102 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0651-AC54

Agency Contact: Michelle Picard 

Senior Advisor for Financial Management

Department of Commerce

Patent and Trademark Office

600 Dulany Street, Alexandria, VA 22313

Alexandria , VA 22313 

Phone: 571 272-6354

FAX: 571 273-6354

E-Mail: michelle.picard@uspto.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

National Telecommunications and Information Administration ( NTIA ) RIN: 0660-AA27

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Title: Final Rule, Revision to the Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management

Abstract: The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) hereby makes certain changes to its

regulations, which relate to the public availability of the Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency

Management (NTIA Manual). Specifically, NTIA releases a new edition of the Manual of Regulations and Procedures for

Federal Radio Frequency Management with which Federal agencies must comply when requesting use of radio frequency

spectrum.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 47 USC 901

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 08/22/2013 78 FR 52097 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: William Mitchell 

Office of Spectrum Management

Department of Commerce

National Telecommunications and Information Administration

1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-8124

E-Mail: wmitchell@ntia.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AD89

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Title: Automated Export System and Shippers Export Declaration--Requirement to Show Paragraphs in Export Control

Classification Numbers

Abstract: The Export Administration Regulations currently require that the Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) be

entered for certain exports from the United States. The lists of items in some ECCNs are further broken down by paragraphs

that describe the items covered by that ECCN with greater precision. In some instances, the export license requirements,

availability of license exceptions and license application review policy are affected by that paragraph designation. The Bureau of

Industry and Security (BIS) is considering requiring that paragraph designations be included in the ECCN field on the

Automated Export System. Requiring this information would, in some transactions, allow BIS to determine more quickly the

accuracy of a claimed use of authority to ship without a license or pursuant to a license exception. In addition, this information

would enable BIS to target its end use checks of exports more effectively because it could select items of the greatest

significance without extensive follow up information from the exporter. By taking advantage of the additional information, BIS

could make more effective use of its limited enforcement resources.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 758 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 50 USC 2401 et seq; EO 13222; 50 USC 1701 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AE43

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Title: Revision of Commerce Control List Based on Application of Modern Technologies to Crime Control and Law

Enforcement Activities

Abstract: This rule revises the Commerce Control List to apply crime control license requirements to certain devices, software

and technology based on the roles that those items play in crime control and law enforcement activities. Many of the changes in

this rule are based in part on public comments to a notice of inquiry published by the Bureau of Industry and Security ("Request

for Public Comment on Crime Control License Requirements in the Export Administration Regulations").

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 30 USC

185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC 5;

EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 106-387; PL 107-56

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AE42

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AE80

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Title: Addition of Non-Material Changes That May be Made to Export Licenses; and Addition of Non-Material Changes

Requiring Prior BIS Notification and Approval

Abstract: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is proposing to amend the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by

revising the section of the EAR that specifies what changes may be made to BIS export and reexport licenses. This rule

proposes to expand the scope of non-material changes, and add a new sub-set of changes that may be made to an export or

reexport license, provided BIS approves the change in writing.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 750; 15 CFR 758; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 748; 15 CFR 772 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC

2401 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2013 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Timothy Mooney 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3371

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: timothy.mooney@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AE81

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Title: Revisions to Defense Priorities and Allocations System Regulations

Abstract: This rule adds certain standards and procedures for assigning priority ratings to purchase orders or contracts and for

allocating materials, services and facilities to promote the national defense.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 700 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 2538; 42 USC 5195 et seq; 50 USC 2061 et seq; 50 USC 468; 50 USC 82; EO 12656; EO 12742;

EO 12919; EO 13603

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory Sec 4 of the Defense Production Reauthorization Act of 2009, PL 111-

67 06/20/2010 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/07/2010 75 FR 32122 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/07/2010 

Second NPRM 01/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF47

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Firearms and Related Articles the President Determines

No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List

Abstract: This rule describes how articles the President determines no longer warrant control under Category I (Firearms,

Close Assault Weapons and Combat Shotguns) of the United States Munitions List (USML) would be controlled under the

Commerce Control List (CCL) in new Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) 0A601, 0B601, 0D601, and 0E601. In

addition, this rule makes certain changes to ECCNs 0A984, 0A986, 0A987, and 2B018. This rule also addresses license

exception availability for items controlled by the five new ECCNs that would be created and for the ECCNs that would be

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changed.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF48

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Guns and Armament and Related Articles the President

Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List

Abstract: This rule describes how articles the President determines no longer warrant control under Category II (Guns and

Armament) of the United States Munitions List (USML) would be controlled under the Commerce Control List (CCL) in new

Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) 0A602, 0B602, 0D602, and 0E602.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF49

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Ammunition and Ordnance the President Determines No

Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List

Abstract: This rule describes how articles the President determines no longer warrant control under Category III

(Ammunition/Ordnance) of the United States Munitions List (USML) would be controlled under the Commerce Control List (CCL)

in new Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) 0A603, 0B603, 0D603, and 0E603. This rule also addresses license

exception availability for items controlled by the five new ECCNs that would be created.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF52

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Title: Export Administration Regulations Revision: Dissemination, Detection and Protection Equipment and Related Articles the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the USML

Abstract: This rule would amend the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to create five new 600 series Export Control

Classification Numbers (ECCNs) in Commerce Control List (CCL) Category 1 that would control dissemination, detection and

protection equipment and related articles that the President determines no longer warrant control under United States Munitions

List (USML) Category XIV in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This rule is part of the Administration's Export

Control Reform Initiative announced by the President in 2009.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC

185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212

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

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Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17

Agency Contact: Willard Fisher 

Export Administration Specialist

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: willard.fisher@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF60

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Title: Amendment to Licensing Requirements for Exports to Canada of Shotguns, Shotgun Shells and Optical Sighting Devices

under the Export Administration Regulations

Abstract: The Bureau of Industry and Security proposes to amend the licensing requirements in the Export Administration

Regulations for items controlled under Export Control Classification Numbers 0A984, 0A986 and 0A987 to Canada. This

amendment would support the Administration's Export Control Reform Initiative to streamline licensing requirements for exports

to allies and partners consistent with U.S. multilateral obligations and subject to appropriate monitoring measures.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 758 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC

1701 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF67

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Title: Clarification of the Definition of a Routed Export Transaction

Abstract: This proposed rule clarifies the parties responsibilities under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) in a routed

export transaction. It also details when and how a U.S. principal party in interest (USPPI) may delegate its responsibilities to

determine license requirements and apply for a license to the foreign principal party in interest (FPPI). Additionally, it clarifies

the parties responsibilities under the EAR in a routed export transaction when the USPPI maintains its responsibility for license

requirements determination and licensing. These changes will resolve perceived difference with the definition of routed export

transactions in the Census Bureaus Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), will decrease exporter confusion when determining

whether to classify their transaction as a routed export transaction and clarify what the respective rights and responsibilities of

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each party are under the EAR.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 758; 15 CFR 772; 15 CFR 748; 15 CFR 750 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Robert Monjay 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th & Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Mail Stop 2099B, Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

E-Mail: robert.monjay@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF68

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Title: Feasibility of Enumerating "Specially Designed" Components

Abstract: As part of the Presidents Export Control Reform (ECR) Initiative, this Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

(ANPR) requests comments on the feasibility of positively identifying specially designed components on the Commerce Control

List (CCL) so as to decrease the use of the term, which appears extensively throughout the CCL, and thereby facilitate

enhanced public compliance with the Export Administration Regulations. Specifically, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)

is evaluating whether it is feasible to create exhaustive lists of the specially designed components referred to in certain Export

Control Classification Numbers on the CCL that currently use specially designed catch-all paragraphs, and seeks public input to

assist in this evaluation. If BIS ultimately determines that such lists might be beneficial, it intends to submit these findings to the

appropriate multilateral export control regimes in the normal course of list proposal changes. The request for comments in this

ANPR is part of Commerce's retrospective plan under EO 13563 completed in August 2011.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 06/19/2012 77 FR 36419 

ANPRM Comment Period End 09/17/2012 

NPRM 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF66

Agency Contact: Timothy Mooney 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

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Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3371

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: timothy.mooney@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF75

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Title: Revisions to the EAR: Control of Fire Control, Range Finder, Optical, and Guidance and Control Equipment the President

Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the USML

Abstract: This proposed rule describes how articles the President determines no longer warrant control under Category XII

(Fire Control, Range Finder, Optical and Guidance and Control Equipment) of the United States Munitions List (USML) of the

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) would be controlled under the Commerce Control List (CCL). This is one in a

planned series of proposed rules describing how various types of articles the President determines, as part of the

Administration's Export Control Reform Initiative, no longer warrant USML control, would be controlled on the CCL and by the

EAR. This proposed rule is being published in conjunction with a proposed rule of the Department of State, Directorate of

Defense Trade Controls, which would amend the list of articles controlled by USML Category XII.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 734; 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 743; 15 CFR 744; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR,

visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c, 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 3201 et seq;

22 USC 6004; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s), 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50

USC app 5; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC 1701 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 12947; EO 13020; EO 13026;

EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Proposed rule 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Steven Emme Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-5491

E-Mail: steven.emme@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AD58

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Title: Implementation of Understandings Reached at the 2005, 2012, and 2013 Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) Plenary

Meetings and a 2009 NSG Intersessional Decision; Additions to the List of NSG Participating

Abstract: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is publishing this rule to amend the Export Administration Regulations

(EAR) to implement the understandings reached at the 2005 Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) Plenary meeting held in Oslo,

Norway, the 2012 NSG Plenary meeting held in Seattle, Washington, and the 2013 NSG Plenary meeting held in Prague,

Czech Republic. This rule also implements a decision adopted under the NSG intersessional silent approval procedures in

December 2009. Finally, this rule amends the EAR to update the provisions that identify the participating countries in the NSG.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 738; 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 744; 15 CFR 772; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR,

visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 18 USC 2510 et seq; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq;

22 USC 6004; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC

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1354; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 1293; EO

12938; EO 12947; EO 13026; EO 13099; EO 13222; EO 13224; PL 106-387; PL 107-56; PL 108-11; Pub L 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 06/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Willard Fisher 

Export Administration Specialist

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: willard.fisher@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AE89

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Title: Encryption Export Controls

Abstract: On June 25, 2010, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an interim final encryption rule in the Federal

Register that requested comments from the public (75 FR 36482). This rule incorporates many of the recommendations received

from the public, as well as corrections to errors that BIS found. Many of the comments were recommendations for future

changes to the encryption controls or to License Exception ENC. These recommendations will be addressed in a future rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 738; 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 748; 15 CFR 772; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR,

visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 15 USC 1824; 22 USC 287; 22 USC 3201; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC 7201; 22 USC 7210; 30

USC 185; 42 USC 2139; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701; 50 USC 2401; 50 USC 5; EO 12058; EO 12938; EO

13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule Effective 06/25/2010 75 FR 36482 

Final Rule Correction 07/27/2010 75 FR 43819 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Sharron Cook 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sharron.cook@bis.doc.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF39

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Title: Revisions to the EAR: Military Vehicles; Vessels of War; Submersible Vessels, Oceanographic Equipment; Related Items;

and Auxiliary and Miscellaneous Items

Abstract: This rule adds to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) controls on military vehicles and related items; vessels

of war and related items; submersible vessels, oceanographic equipment and related items; and auxiliary and miscellaneous

items that the President has determined no longer warrant control on the United States Munitions List (USML). This rule also

adds to the EAR controls on items within the scope of the Munitions List (WAML) of the Wassenaar Arrangement on Export

Controls for Conventional Arms and Dual-Use Goods and Technologies (Wassenaar Arrangement) that are not specifically

identified on the USML or the Commerce Control List (CCL) but that were subject to USML jurisdiction. Finally, this rule moves

certain items that were already subject to the EAR to the new Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) created by this

rule. This rule is being published in conjunction with the publication of a Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade

Controls rule revising USML Categories VII, VI, XX, and XIII (22 CFR 121.1) to control those articles the President has

determined warrant control in those Categories of the USML. Both of these rules are part of the President's Export Control

Reform Initiative announced by the President in 2009. The revisions in this final rule are also part of Commerce's retrospective

regulatory review plan under Executive Order (EO) 13563. Commerce's full plan can be accessed at:

http://open.commerce.gov/news/2011/08/23/commerce-plan-retrospective-analysis-existing-rules.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 770; 15 CFR 772; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code

of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222;

PL 108-11; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/23/2011 76 FR 80291 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/06/2012 

Final Rule 07/08/2013 78 FR 40892 

Final Rule Effective 01/06/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17; Related to 0694-

AF42; Related to 0694-AF51; Related to 0694-AF65

Agency Contact: Willard Fisher 

Export Administration Specialist

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: willard.fisher@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF53

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Title: Export Administration Regulations Revisions: Control of Energetic Materials and Related Articles That the President

Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List

Abstract: This rule amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to create four new 600 series Export Control

Classification Numbers (ECCNs) in Commerce Control List (CCL) Category 1 that control energetic materials and related articles

that the President determines no longer warrant control under United States Munitions List (USML) Category V in the

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International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This rule is part of the Administration's Export Control Reform Initiative

announced by the President in 2009.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Proposed Rule 05/02/2012 77 FR 25932 

NPRM Comment Period End 06/18/2012 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Merge with 0694-AF58

Agency Contact: Willard Fisher 

Export Administration Specialist

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: willard.fisher@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF54

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Military Training Equipment and Related Items the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List

Abstract: This rule describes how articles the President determines no longer warrant control under Category IX (Military

Training Equipment and Training) of the United States Munitions List (USML) would be controlled under the Commerce Control

List (CCL). These articles consist primarily of low level military training equipment, parts for more sensitive military training

equipment (the more sensitive equipment itself would remain on the USML), test, inspection and production and related software

and technology.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/13/2012 77 FR 35310 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/30/2012 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Merge with 0694-AF58

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Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF56

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Title: EAR Revision: Items Related to Launch Vehicles, Missiles, Rockets, and Military Explosive Devices That the President

Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List

Abstract: This rule would add four new 600 series Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) in Commerce Control List

(CCL) Category 0 (ECCNs 0A604, 0B604, 0D604, and 0E604) and four new 600 series ECCNs in CCL Category 9 (ECCNs

9A604, 9B604, 9D604, and 9E604) that would clarify the EAR controls that apply to certain items the President determines no

longer warrant control under the USML that are related to launch vehicles, missiles, rockets, torpedoes, bombs, mines, and

other military explosive devices in USML Category IV. In addition, this rule would amend ECCNs 9B115, 9B116, 9D104, 9E002,

9E101, and 9E102 to make conforming changes based on both the addition of new 600 series ECCNs 9A604, 9B604, 9D604,

and 9E604 to CCL Category 9, in this rule, and the amendments to the list of defense articles controlled by USML Category IV

that are contained in a rule from the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, which would be published in

conjunction with this rule from BIS.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 6004; 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC

3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 30 USC185(u); 42

USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Proposed Rule 01/31/2013 78 FR 6750 

NPRM Comment Period End 03/18/2013 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Merge with 0694-AF58

Agency Contact: Willard Fisher 

Export Administration Specialist

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: willard.fisher@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF58

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Title: Control of Military Training Equipment, Energetic Materials, Personal Protective Equipment, Shelters, Articles Related to

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Launch Vehicles, Missiles, Rockets, Military Explosives, and Related Items

Abstract: This rule implements four previously proposed rules, and adds to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

controls on energetic materials, personal protective equipment, shelters, military training equipment, articles related to launch

vehicles, missiles, rockets, military explosives, and related items that the President has determined no longer warrant control on

the United States Munitions List (USML). This rule also adds to the EAR controls on items within the scope of the Munitions List

(WAML) of the Wassenaar Arrangement on Export Controls for Conventional Arms and Dual-Use Goods and Technologies

(Wassenaar Arrangement) that are not specifically identified on the USML or the Commerce Control List (CCL), but that were

subject to USML jurisdiction. Finally, this rule moves certain items that were already subject to the EAR to the new Export

Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) created by this rule. This rule is being published in conjunction with the publication of a

Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls rule revising USML Categories IV, V, IX, X, and XVI (22 CFR 121.1)

to control those articles the President has determined warrant control in those categories of the USML. Both rules are part of the

Presidents Export Control Reform Initiative.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC

1701 et seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC 5; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO

13026; EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/07/2012 77 FR 33668 

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Merge with 0694-AF54; Merge with 0694-

AF53; Merge with 0694-AF56

Agency Contact: Steven Emme Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-5491

E-Mail: steven.emme@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF64

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Control of Military Electronic Equipment and Related Items the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the USML

Abstract: This rule describes how articles the President determines no longer warrant control under Category XI (Military

Electronics) of the United States Munitions List (USML) would be controlled on the Commerce Control List (CCL). These articles

would be controlled under four new ECCNs--3A611, 3B611, 3D611, and 3E611. The rule also describes how certain cryogenic

and superconductive equipment that the President determines no longer warrant control under several categories of the USML

would be controlled on to the CCL under four new ECCNs -- 3A620, 3B620, 3D620, and 3E620. This rule also describes how

certain radar and laser altimeters and related software and technology would be controlled under ECCNs 7A106, 7D106 and

7E106. This rule is one in a planned series of proposed rules describing how various types of articles the President determines,

as part of the Administration's Export Control Reform Initiative, no longer warrant USML control, would be controlled on the CCL

and by the EAR. This rule is being published in conjunction with a rule from the Department of State, Directorate of Defense

Trade Controls, which would amend the list of articles controlled by USML Category XI.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

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seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/28/2012 77 FR 70945 

NPRM Comment Period End 01/28/2013 

Second NPRM 07/25/2013 78 FR 45026 

Second NPRM Comment Period End 09/09/2013 

Final Rule 03/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF69

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Title: Addition of Certain Persons to the Entity List

Abstract: This rule amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by adding persons to the Entity List. The persons

who are added to the Entity List have been determined by the U.S. Government to be acting contrary to the national security or

foreign policy interests of the United States. The Entity List provides notice to the public that certain exports, reexports, and

transfers (in-country) to entities identified on the Entity List require a license from the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and

that availability of license exceptions in such transactions is limited.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 744 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 12947; EO 13026; EO 13099; EO 13222; EO 13224

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

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: Timothy Mooney 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3371

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: timothy.mooney@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

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Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF70

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Unverified List (UVL)

Abstract: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) proposes to strengthen the Unverified List (UVL) by removing the

availability of license exceptions for items subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) in transactions involving

persons listed on the UVL and by publishing the UVL in the EAR. Persons are listed on the UVL when BIS is unable to conduct

end use checks for reasons outside of the U.S. Government's control, including where host Government action or inaction

prevents such checks from proceeding, or where BIS is unable to verify the existence or authenticity of a foreign party to a

transaction. Removing the availability of license exceptions for exports, reexports and transfers of controlled items to such

parties enhances the U.S. Governments ability to prevent unauthorized use of such items and to take appropriate enforcement

action, including interdicting shipments to entities of concern.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 744; 15 CFR 756; 15 CFR 740 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 12947; EO 13026; EO 13099; EO 13222; EO 13224

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/11/2013 78 FR 55664 

NPRM Comment Period End 10/11/2013 

Final Action 04/00/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Sharron Cook 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sharron.cook@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF72

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Title: U.S.-India Bilateral Understanding: Additional Revisions to U.S. Export and Reexport Controls Under the Export

Administration Regulations

Abstract: BIS amends the Export Administration Regulations to implement additional components of the bilateral understanding

between the United States and India.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 738 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 02/00/2014 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF73

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Title: Amendment to the Export Administration Regulations: List of Items Classified Under Export Control Classification 0Y521

Series

Abstract: In this rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to make

items subject to the EAR and to impose on those items a license requirement for export and reexport to all destinations, except

Canada. Specifically, this rule classifies specified items under Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) 0A521 on the

Commerce Control List (CCL). As described in the final rule that established the 0Y521 series, and published in the Federal

Register on April 13, 2012 (77 FR 22191), items are added to the 0Y521 series upon a determination by the Department of

Commerce, with the concurrence of the Departments of Defense and State, that the items should be controlled for export

because the items provide at least a significant military or intelligence advantage to the United States or foreign policy reasons

justify control. The commodities identified in the rule are controlled for regional stability (RS) Column 1 reasons. The only license

exception available for these commodities is License Exception GOV.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 03/28/2013 78 FR 18814 

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF86

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Title: Addition of A Person to the Entity List

Abstract: This rule amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by adding one person to the Entity List. The person

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who is added to the Entity List has been determined by the U.S. Government to be acting contrary to the national security or

foreign policy interests of the United States.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 744 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 12947; EO 13026; EO 13099; EO 13222; EO 13224

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 11/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Robert Monjay 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th & Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Mail Stop 2099B, Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

E-Mail: robert.monjay@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF87

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Control of Spacecraft Systems and Related Items the

President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United States Munitions List

Abstract: This proposed rule describes how certain articles the President determines no longer warrant control under United

States Munitions List (USML) Category XV spacecraft and related items would be controlled on the Commerce Control List

(CCL). Such items would be controlled by new Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) 9A515, 9B515, 9D515, and

9E515 proposed by this rule and existing ECCNs. This is one in a planned series of proposed rules describing how various

types of articles the President determines, as part of the Administrations Export Control Reform Initiative, no longer warrant

USML control, would be controlled on the CCL and by the EAR. This proposed rule is being published in conjunction with a

proposed rule from the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, which would amend the list of articles

controlled by USML Category XV.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/24/2013 78 FR 31431 

Final Action 12/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Robert Monjay 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th & Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Mail Stop 2099B, Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

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Phone: 202 482-2440 

E-Mail: robert.monjay@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF88

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Title: Amendment to the Export Administration Regulations: List of Items Controlled for Export Control Classification 6E993.e

Abstract: In this final rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to

make an item subject to the EAR and to impose on those items a license requirement for export and reexport to all destinations,

except Canada.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

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: Robert Monjay 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th & Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Mail Stop 2099B, Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

E-Mail: robert.monjay@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF96

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Title: Addition of Certain Persons to the Entity List; and Removal of One Person from the Entity List Based on a Removal

Request

Abstract: This rule amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by adding entries to the Entity List for persons who

have been determined by the U.S. Government to be acting contrary to the national security or foreign policy interests of the

United States. This rule also removes one person from the Entity List as a result of a request for removal submitted by this

person, a review of information provided in the removal request in accordance with Section 744.16 (Procedure for requesting

removal or modification of an Entity List entity), and further review conducted by the End-User Review Committee (ERC). The

Entity List provides notice to the public that certain exports, reexports, and transfers (in-country) to entities identified on the

Entity List require a license from the Bureau of Industry and Security and that availability of license exceptions in such

transactions is limited.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 744 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 42 USC 2139a; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app

2401 et seq; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 12947; EO 13026; EO 13099; EO 13222; EO 13224

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 12/00/2013 

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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.

Agency Contact: Timothy Mooney 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3371

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: timothy.mooney@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF37

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to Make the Commerce Control List (CCL) Clearer

Abstract: This final rule implements changes that were proposed on November 29, 2012 in a proposed rule entitled Revisions

to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) To Make the Commerce Control List (CCL) Clearer. The changes in the

November 29 proposed rule were informed by public comments received in response to an advance notice of proposed

rulemaking entitled Commerce Control List: Revising Descriptions of Items and Foreign Availability published as part of the

Presidents Export Control Reform (ECR) Initiative on December 9, 2010. This final rule implements changes that can be made

to the CCL without requiring changes to multilateral export control regime guidelines or lists. This final rule also makes

conforming changes and minor clarifications to two final rules implementing the Export Control Reform Initiative: the April 16,

2013 (78 FR 22660) final rule entitled Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Initial Implementation of Export

Control Reform; and the July 8, 2013 (78 FR 40892) final rule entitled Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations:

Military Vehicles; Vessels of War; Submersible Vessels, Oceanographic Equipment; Related Items; and Auxiliary and

Miscellaneous Items that the President Determines No Longer Warrant Control under the United States Munitions List.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774; 15 CFR 734; 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 772; 15 CFR 738; 15 CFR 748; 15 CFR 750 (To search for a

specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC 5; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 12938; EO 13020; EO 13026; EO 13222;

PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/29/2012 77 FR 71214 

NPRM Comment Period End 01/28/2013 

Final Action 10/04/2013 78 FR 61874 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Timothy Mooney 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3371

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: timothy.mooney@bis.doc.gov

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Department of Commerce (DOC) 

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF42

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Title: Control of Surface Vessels and Related Articles the President Determines No Longer Warrant Control Under the United

States Munitions List

Abstract: This rule amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to create five new 600 series Export Control

Classification Numbers (ECCNs) in Commerce Control List (CCL) Category 8 that control surface vessels of war and related

articles that the President has determined no longer warrant control under United States Munitions List (USML) Category VI in

the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This rule is part of the Administration's Export Control Reform Initiative

announced by the President in 2009.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 13026; EO 13222;

Pub L 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/23/2011 76 FR 80282 

NPRM comment period ends 02/06/2012 

Final Rule 07/08/2013 78 FR 40892 

Final Rule Effective 01/06/2014 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17; Merge with 0694-

AF39; Related to 0694-AF51; Related to 0694-AF65

Agency Contact: Willard Fisher 

Export Administration Specialist

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: willard.fisher@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF51

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Title: Export Administration Regulations Revisions: Auxiliary and Miscellaneous Items No Longer Warranting Control Under the

United States Munitions List; Items on the Wassenaar Arrangement Munitions List

Abstract: This rule describes how auxiliary and miscellaneous military equipment and related articles the President determines

no longer warrant control under Category XIII of the United States Munitions List (USML) would be controlled by the Bureau of

Industry and Security (BIS) under the Commerce Control List (CCL) in new Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs)

0A617, 0B617, 0C617, 0D617, and 0E617. This rule would also control in these ECCNs items that are within the scope of

Wassenaar Munitions List Category (WAML) 17 and that would not be listed on the USML or in other ECCNs.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

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

Legal Authority: 50 USC 1701; 50 USC 2401

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/18/2012 77 FR 29564 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/02/2012 

Final Action 07/08/2013 78 FR 40892 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17; Merge with 0694-AF39

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF59

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Title: Time Limit for Completion of Voluntary Self Disclosures and Revised Service of Process Procedures

Abstract: This rule imposes a 180 day time limit from the date of the initial notification for submitting the comprehensive

narrative account of violations when voluntarily disclosing Export Administration Regulations violation to the Office of Export

Enforcement. This rule also authorizes use of delivery services other than registered or certified mail for service of charging

letters in administrative enforcement proceedings. These changes are needed to enable resolution of administrative enforcement

cases in a timely manner and to provide notice of administrative charging letters efficiently.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 764; 15 CFR 766 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/07/2012 77 FR 66777 

NPRM Comment Period End 01/07/2013 

Final Rule 08/09/2013 78 FR 48601 

Final Rule Effective 09/09/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: William Arvin 

Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2096, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: william.arvin@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF65

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations: Initial Implementation of Export Control Reform

Abstract: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Department of Commerce, is currently engaged in the Export Control

Reform Initiative (ECR), which will fundamentally reform the U.S. export control system. This effort would control under the

Export Administration Regulations (EAR) items that are determined by the President to no longer warrant control under the

Department of State's International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), once congressional notification requirements and

corresponding amendments to the ITAR and the EAR are completed. The Departments of Commerce and State have published

and plan to publish numerous rules changing the jurisdictional status of specific items. This rule addresses issues faced by

Government and industry in the transition period during which this reform will be implemented and complements the Export

Control Transition Plan, a proposed policy statement and request for comments issued by the Department of State's Directorate

of Defense Trade Controls. On January 18, 2011, President Barack Obama issued Executive Order 13563, affirming general

principles of regulation and directing Government agencies to conduct retrospective reviews of existing regulations. Although the

Export Control Reform Initiative did not originate with Executive Order 13563, it is entirely consistent in spirit and substance.

Among other things, the President emphasized that regulations must be accessible and easy to understand. This rule proposes

revisions to license exceptions for Government uses and temporary exports that streamline and update unduly complex or

outmoded provisions in addition to broadening certain provisions to implement Export Control Reform.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 734; 15 CFR 736; 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 743; 15 CFR 744; 15 CFR 750; 15 CFR 758; 15

CFR 762; 15 CFR 774 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 2151 note; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22

USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s) 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701

et seq; 50 USC 2401 et seq; 50 USC 5; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12938; EO 12947; EO 13020; EO 13026; EO 13099; EO

13222; EO 13224; EO 13338

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Proposed Rule 06/21/2012 77 FR 37524 

NPRM Comment Period End 08/06/2012 

Final Rule 04/16/2013 78 FR 22660 

Correction 10/03/2013 78 FR 61744 

Final Rule Effective 10/15/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 0694-AF17; Merge with 0694-

AF66; Merge with 0694-AF41; Merge with 0694-AF36

Agency Contact: Hillary Hess 

Director, Regulatory Policy Division

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: hhess@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF81

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Title: Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations Based on the 2012 Missile Technology Control Regime Plenary

Agreements

Abstract: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is amending the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to reflect

changes to the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Annex that were agreed to by MTCR member countries at the

October 2012 Plenary in Berlin, Germany and changes agreed to at the MTCR Reinforced Point of Contact (RPOC) in Paris in

December 2011. This final rule revises six Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs)(i.e., 1C011, 1C111, 1C116, 9A101,

9B105 and 9E101) and one defined term (i.e., the definition of payload) to implement the changes that were agreed to at the

October 2012 Plenary and the December 2011 RPOC. This final rule also revises ECCN 9D004 to better align the CCL with the

MTCR Annex and past MTCR agreements.

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

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 772; 15 CFR 774; 15 CFR 740 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 07/16/2013 78 FR 42430 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Timothy Mooney 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-3371

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: timothy.mooney@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF83

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Title: Wassenaar Arrangement 2012 Plenary Agreements Implementation: Commerce Control List, Definitions, and Reports

Abstract: This final rule revises the Commerce Control List (CCL) to implement changes made to the Wassenaar

Arrangements List of Dual-Use Goods and Technologies (Wassenaar List) maintained and agreed to by Governments

participating in the Wassenaar Arrangement on Export Controls for Conventional Arms and Dual-Use Goods and Technologies

(Wassenaar Arrangement, or WA) at the December 2012 WA Plenary Meeting (the Plenary). To harmonize the CCL with the

changes made to the Wassenaar List at the Plenary, this rule amends entries on the CCL that are controlled for national

security reasons in Categories 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Parts I & II, 6, 7, and 9, revises reporting requirements, and adds, removes and

amends definitions in the EAR. Specifically, this rule revises 29 ECCNs on the Commerce Control List (CCL) are revised to

implement the changes to the Wassenaar List of Dual-Use Goods and Technologies agreed to at the December 2012 WA

Plenary meeting: ECCNs 1A004, 1C001, 2B001, 2B006, 2D001, 2D002, 2D003, 3A001, 3A002, 3B001, 3C002, 4D001, 5A001,

5B001, 5E001, 5A002, 5E002, 6A001, 6A002, 6A005, 6C004, 6C005, 7A001, 7D003, 7D004, 7E001, 7E004, 9A001, and 9E003.

Corresponding changes related to the movement of 5A001.i to 5A001.f are made to ECCNs: 5A980, 5D001, 5D980, 5E001and

5E980.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 738; 15 CFR 740; 15 CFR 743; 15 CFR 742; 15 CFR 746; 15 CFR 752; 15 CFR 772; 15 CFR 774 (To

search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 10 USC 7420; 10 USC 7430(e); 15 USC 1824a; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 3201 et seq; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC

7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 30 USC 185(s); 30 USC 185(u); 42 USC 2139a; 42 USC 6212; 43 USC 1354; 50 USC 1701 et

seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; 50 USC app 5; EO 12058; EO 12851; EO 12854; EO 12918; EO 12938; EO 13020; EO 13026;

EO 13222; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 06/20/2013 78 FR 37372 

Final Rule Effective 06/20/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Sharron Cook 

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Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sharron.cook@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF90

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Title: Amendments to Existing Validated End-User Authorizations: CSMC Technologies Corporation in the People's Republic of

China (PRC)

Abstract: Consistent with other Validated End-User amendments, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) amends the Export

Administration Regulations (EAR) to revise the existing Authorization Validated End-User (VEU) listing for CSMC Technologies

Corporation (CSMC) in the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) by updating VEU CSMCs current list of eligible destinations and

the postal code for CSMC and its eligible destinations.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 748 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 04/19/2013 78 FR 23472 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF92

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Title: Addition, Removals, and Revisions to the List of Validated End-Users in the Peoples Republic of China

Abstract: In this rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security amends the Export Administration Regulations to improve the

display and readability of the list of Validated End-Users (VEU) and their respective eligible items and destinations, revise the

existing VEU listing for the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) to add one end-user, Shanghai Huahong Grace Semiconductor

Manufacturing Corporation, Ltd. (HHGrace), remove two end-users, Grace Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (GSMC)

and Shanghai Huahong NEC Electronics Company, Ltd. (HHNEC), and update the list of eligible items for CSMC Technologies

Corporation (CSMC). These actions are not being taken in response to activities of concern. Rather, the actions are being taken

at the companies request.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 748 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 06/03/2013 78 FR 32981 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF93

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Title: Additions to the List of Validated End-Users in the People's Republic of China: Samsung China Semiconductor Co. Ltd.

and Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment, Inc.

Abstract: In this rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security amends the Export Administration Regulations to add two end-users

in the People's Republic of China to the list of Validated End-Users.

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

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 748 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et seq; EO 13026; EO 13222

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 07/10/2013 78 FR 42430 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) RIN: 0694-AF94

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Title: Amendments to the Export Administration Regulations: Implementation of Limited Syria Waiver for Reconstruction

Assistance

Abstract: This rule amends the EAR to implement a limited waiver of the Syria Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty

Restoration Act of 2003 (SAA). Signed by the Secretary of State, the waiver, consistent with Section 5(b) of the SAA, authorizes

BIS to issue licenses on a case-by-case basis for the export or reexport of certain items necessary for the support of the Syrian

people.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

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Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 15 CFR 746 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 6004; 22 USC 7201 et seq; 22 USC 7210; 50 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC app 2401 et

seq; EO 12854; EO 12918; EO 13222; EO 13338; PL 108-11

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 07/23/2013 78 FR 43972 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Sheila Quarterman 

Export Policy Analyst

Department of Commerce

Bureau of Industry and Security

HCHB Room 2092, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230

Washington , DC 20230 

Phone: 202 482-2440

FAX: 202 482-3355

E-Mail: sheila.quarterman@bis.doc.gov

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