[December 22, 2003 (Volume 68, Number 245)] [Unified Agenda] From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [frwais.access.gpo.gov] [DOCID: f:ua031011.wais] [Page 73078-73150] Department of the Interior ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Part XI ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Semiannual Regulatory Agenda [[Page 73078]] DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI) _______________________________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Office of the Secretary 25 CFR Ch. I 30 CFR Chs. II and VII 36 CFR Ch. I 43 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I and II 48 CFR Ch. 14 50 CFR Chs. I and IV Semiannual Regulatory Agenda AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Interior. ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. _______________________________________________________________________ SUMMARY: This notice provides the semiannual agenda of rules scheduled for review or development between fall 2003 and spring 2004. The Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive Order 12866 require publication of the agenda. ADDRESSES: Unless otherwise indicated, all agency contacts are located at the Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: You should direct all comments and inquiries with regard to these rules to the appropriate agency contact. You should direct general comments relating to the agenda to the Office of Executive Secretariat, Department of the Interior, at the address above or on 202-208-5257 or 202-208-3071. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: With this publication, the Department satisfies the requirement of Executive Order 12866 that the Department publish an agenda of rules that we have issued or expect to issue and of currently effective rules that we have scheduled for review. Simultaneously, the Department meets the requirement of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) to publish an agenda in April and October of each year identifying rules that will have significant economic effects on a substantial number of small entities. We have specifically identified in the agenda rules that will have such effects. For this edition of the Department's regulatory agenda, we have included the most important significant regulatory actions in the Regulatory Plan, which appears in part II of today's Federal Register. The table of contents below lists the Regulatory Plan entries and denotes them by a bracketed bold reference that directs the reader to the appropriate Sequence Number in part II. Date: September 23, 2003. Richard A. Stephan, Federal Register Liaison Officer. Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1627 Natural Resource Damage Assessments: Type B Procedures.............................. 1090-AA29 1628 Department Hearings and Appeals; Special Rules Applicable to Public Land Hearings 1090-AA68 and Appeals......................................................................... 1629 Department Hearings and Appeals; Procedures Applicable in Adjudications Before the 1090-AA73 Hearings Division................................................................... 1630 Amendment of Authority to Grant Stays of BLM Grazing Decisions...................... 1090-AA84 1631 Mandatory Conditions Review Process................................................. 1090-AA91 1632 Special Rules Applicable to Surface Coal Mining Hearings and Appeals................ 1090-AA92 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1633 Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of the Department of the Interior 1090-AA77 on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Handicap, or Age...................... 1634 Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment; Drug-Free Workplace Grant Requirements..... 1090-AA79 1635 Amendment of Authority To Grant Stays of Grazing Decisions.......................... 1090-AA83 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1636 Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program.............................................. 1018-AH98 1637 Release of Captive-Reared Mallards.................................................. 1018-AI05 1638 North American Wetlands Conservation Act and Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation 1018-AI13 Act Grant Administration Policies................................................... 1639 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations Governing Possession of Migratory Birds for 1018-AI97 Educational Purposes................................................................ 1640 Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, and Amphibians to 1018-AJ24 the United States................................................................... 1641 Injurious Wildlife Species; Boiga Snakes............................................ 1018-AT28 1642 Migratory Bird Hunting; Approval of Hevi-Steel as a Nontoxic Shot Material for 1018-AT32 Waterfowl Hunting................................................................... 1643 Injurious Wildlife; Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys Nobilis)....................... 1018-AT49 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73079]] United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1644 Seizure and Forfeiture Procedures--50 CFR Part 12................................... 1018-AC89 1645 Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)..................... 1018-AD87 1646 Migratory Bird Permits: Scientific Collecting Permits............................... 1018-AE63 1647 U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; American Eel................................. 1018-AF09 1648 Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, and Amphibians to 1018-AF27 the United States................................................................... 1649 Importation, Exportation, and Transportation of Wildlife, 50 CFR Part 14............ 1018-AF46 1650 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Tibetan Antelope..................... 1018-AF49 1651 Injurious Wildlife; Addition of the Asian Swamp Eel................................. 1018-AF53 1652 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the 1018-AG00 Straight-Horned Markhor Population of the Torghar Region of Baluchistan, Pakistan, From Endangered to Threatened....................................................... 1653 Federal Falconry Standards and Falconry Permitting.................................. 1018-AG11 1654 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Gulf Coast Distinct 1018-AG40 Population Segment of the Brown Pelican Population in the Southeastern United States 1655 Wild Bird Conservation Act: Review of Approved List of Captive-Bred Species......... 1018-AG64 1656 Injurious Wildlife--Addition of Black Carp.......................................... 1018-AG70 1657 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential 1018-AH44 Experimental Population for the Boulder Darter and the Spotfin Chub in Shoal Creek, Alabama and Tennessee............................................................... 1658 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the Gila 1018-AH57 Trout From Endangered to Threatened................................................. 1659 Export of Live Alligators........................................................... 1018-AH65 1660 Eagle Permits: New Definitions, Permits for Incidental Taking of Bald Eagles 1018-AH74 Necessary To Protect Other Interests in Any Particular Locality..................... 1661 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revisions to the Regulations 1018-AH93 Applicable to Permits Issued Under the Endangered Species Act....................... 1662 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of Two Australian Parakeets 1018-AI04 From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................................. 1663 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C--Nonrural 1018-AI38 Determinations...................................................................... 1664 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the 1018-AI41 American Crocodile From Endangered to Threatened.................................... 1665 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Southwest Alaskan 1018-AI44 Distinct Population Segment of the Northern Sea Otter............................... 1666 Migratory Bird Permits; Eiderdown From Iceland...................................... 1018-AI64 1667 Import of Polar Bear Trophies From Canada; Finding for the Gulf of Boothia 1018-AI65 Population.......................................................................... 1668 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI76 Five Appalachian Mussels............................................................ 1669 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for a 1018-AI78 Plant, the Lane Mountain Milkvetch.................................................. 1670 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of a Plant, the Arizona 1018-AI79 Agave............................................................................... 1671 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Nonessential Experimental 1018-AI80 Population of the Northern Aplomado Falcon.......................................... 1672 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Downlisting the Wood Bison From 1018-AI83 Endangered to Threatened............................................................ 1673 Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements With Assurances; 1018-AI85 Revisions to the Regulations........................................................ 1674 U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; Black Cohosh................................. 1018-AI91 1675 Migratory Bird Permits; Military Readiness Exemption................................ 1018-AI92 1676 Endangered Species and Pesticide Regulation (Reg Plan Seq No. 72)................... 1018-AI95 1677 Revision of Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations...................................... 1018-AI98 1678 Revision of the Regulations Governing the Transport of Eagle Feathers............... 1018-AJ00 1679 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Eastern Distinct 1018-AJ03 Population Segment of the Gray Wolf................................................. 1680 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of the Western Distinct 1018-AJ04 Population Segment of the Gray Wolf................................................. 1681 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AJ07 the Colorado Butterfly Plant........................................................ 1682 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AJ09 the Fish Slough Milk Vetch.......................................................... 1683 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AJ10 the Munz's Onion.................................................................... 1684 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AJ12 the Coastal-Puget Sound, St. Mary-Belly River, and Jarbidge River Population Segments of Bull Trout.............................................................. 1685 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Salt Creek Tiger Beetle.. 1018-AJ13 1686 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AJ15 the Mexican Spotted Owl............................................................. 1687 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Eggert's Sunflower 1018-AJ17 From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................................. [[Page 73080]] 1688 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; De-designation of Manatee Protection 1018-AJ23 Areas in Florida.................................................................... 1689 Injurious Wildlife; Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys Molitrix)....................... 1018-AT29 1690 Wild Bird Conservation Act; Review of Regulations To Allow Imports of Exotic Wild 1018-AT30 Birds............................................................................... 1691 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of Mexican Bobcat from List 1018-AT31 of Endangered Species............................................................... 1692 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Virginia Roundleaf 1018-AT33 From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................................. 1693 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Termination of the Southern 1018-AT34 Sea Otter Translocation Program..................................................... 1694 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Withdrawal of Proposed Downlisting of 1018-AT35 the Pahrump Poolfish From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species............. 1695 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the 1018-AT37 Virginia Northern Flying Squirrel From Endangered to Threatened..................... 1696 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Removal of the Yellowstone 1018-AT38 Grizzly Bear Population From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.......... 1697 2004-2005 Refuge-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations..................... 1018-AT40 1698 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AT42 the Arroyo Toad..................................................................... 1699 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Boreal Toad.............. 1018-AT43 1700 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AT44 the California Tiger Salamander Santa Barbara County Distinct Population Segment.... 1701 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AT45 the Riverside Fairy Shrimp.......................................................... 1702 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart 1018-AT46 D; 2005-2006 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish Regulations................... 1703 Marine Mammals: Revised Definition of ``Authentic Native Articles of Handicrafts and 1018-AT48 Clothing''.......................................................................... 1704 Revised Definition of ``Destruction or Adverse Modification'' for Endangered Species 1018-AT50 Act Section 7 Consultations......................................................... 1705 Listing the Miami Blue Butterfly as Endangered; Listing the Cassius Blue, Ceraunus 1018-AT51 Blue, and Nickerbean (Ammon) Blue Butterflies as Threatened Due to Similarity of Appearance to the Miami Blue........................................................ 1706 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AT52 the Mexican Spotted Owl............................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1707 List of Migratory Birds............................................................. 1018-AB72 1708 General Provisions and General Permit Procedures--50 CFR Part 13.................... 1018-AC57 1709 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Bald Eagle Throughout 1018-AF21 the Lower 48 States From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.............. 1710 Importation of Captive-Bred Exotic Birds Into the United States From Breeding 1018-AF44 Facilities in Other Countries....................................................... 1711 Policy on General Conservation Permits.............................................. 1018-AF63 1712 U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; Certain Turtle Species....................... 1018-AF69 1713 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Three 1018-AG09 Plants From the Mariana Islands and Guam............................................ 1714 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for 12 Species of 1018-AG23 Picture-Wing Flies From the Hawaiian Islands........................................ 1715 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Hoover's Woolly-Star 1018-AG41 From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................................. 1716 National Wildlife Refuge System; Mission, Goals, and Purposes....................... 1018-AG46 1717 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Three Coastal 1018-AG88 California Plants................................................................... 1718 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Truckee Barberry From 1018-AH47 the List of Endangered and Threatened Species....................................... 1719 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Guam Broadbill and 1018-AH50 Mariana Mallard From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................. 1720 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Johnston's Frankenia 1018-AH53 From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................................. 1721 Endangered and Threatened Plants; Reclassification of the Missouri Bladderpod From 1018-AH59 Endangered to Threatened............................................................ 1722 Addition of the Great White Shark and the Cape Stag Beetles to Appendix III Under 1018-AH66 CITES............................................................................... 1723 Audit Resolution Policy............................................................. 1018-AH69 [[Page 73081]] 1724 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations Governing Rehabilitation Activities............. 1018-AH87 1725 Importation of Exotic Wild Birds Into the United States; Adding Blue-Fronted Amazon 1018-AH89 Parrots From Argentina's Approved Sustainable Use Management Plan to the Approved List of Non-Captive Bred Species.................................................... 1726 Marine Mammals: Incidental Take During Specified Activities (Beaufort Sea Polar Bear 1018-AH92 and Walrus)......................................................................... 1727 Public Notice for CITES Appendix III Listing of Spanish Cedar and Bigleaf Mahogany 1018-AH99 by the Government of Peru........................................................... 1728 Migratory Bird Hunting and Permits; Regulations for Managing Harvest of Light Goose 1018-AI07 Populations......................................................................... 1729 Addition by Indonesia of Ramin to Appendix III Under the Convention on International 1018-AI08 Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora................................. 1730 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Beluga Sturgeon...................... 1018-AI11 1731 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Tinian Monarch 1018-AI14 Flycatcher From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species....................... 1732 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing and Designation of Critical 1018-AI15 Habitat for Three Snails and One Amphipod........................................... 1733 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Rota Bridled White-Eye 1018-AI16 1734 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Topeka 1018-AI20 Shiner.............................................................................. 1735 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Ventura 1018-AI21 Marsh Milkvetch..................................................................... 1736 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations for Managing Resident Canada Geese Populations.. 1018-AI32 1737 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI48 the Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy Owl.................................................... 1738 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Slickspot Peppergrass.... 1018-AI50 1739 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Central California 1018-AI68 Distinct Population Segment of the California Tiger Salamander; Reclassification of the Sonoma County and Santa Barbara................................................. 1740 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI69 the Desert Yellowhead............................................................... 1741 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI71 the San Diego Fairy Shrimp.......................................................... 1742 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI72 the California Gnatcatcher.......................................................... 1743 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI73 11 Mobile River Basin Freshwater Mussels............................................ 1744 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI74 Braun's Rockcress................................................................... 1745 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for a 1018-AI77 Plant, the Pierson's Milkvetch...................................................... 1746 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Dugong in 1018-AI81 the Republic of Palau............................................................... 1747 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Scimitar- 1018-AI82 Horned Oryx, Addax, and Dama Gazelle................................................ 1748 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subparts C and D; 1018-AI89 2004-2005 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish.................................. 1749 Changes in List of Species in Appendices to the Convention on International Trade in 1018-AI90 Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.......................................... 1750 Endangered Species Act Counterpart Section 7 Consultation Regulations for 1018-AJ02 Implementing the National Fire Plan................................................. 1751 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart 1018-AJ25 D--2004-2005 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Wildlife................................ 1752 Proposal To Extend Existing Amended 4(d) Rule for Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse in 1018-AJ26 Colorado and Wyoming................................................................ 1753 Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in Alaska; Proposed Spring/Summer Subsistence 1018-AJ27 Annual Harvest Regulations for Migratory Birds in Alaska During the 2004 Subsistence Season.............................................................................. 1754 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Amendment To Manatee Protection Areas 1018-AT39 in Florida (Barge Canal Exception).................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1755 Implementation of the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act........... 1018-AE72 1756 Taking of Marine Mammals by Level B Harassment; Issuance of General Authorization 1018-AF26 for Scientific Research and Permits for Photography, Educational, and Commercial Purposes............................................................................ 1757 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of Endangered Status 1018-AG16 and Designation of Critical Habitat for the Gila Chub............................... 1758 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Miami Blue Butterfly.. 1018-AH30 1759 Interagency Guidance for the Prescription of Fishways Pursuant to Section 18 of the 1018-AH42 Federal Power Act................................................................... [[Page 73082]] 1760 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Reclassification of the Marianna Fruit Bat on 1018-AH55 Guam From Endangered to Threatened.................................................. 1761 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Dolly Varden as a 1018-AH68 Threatened Species in Washington Due to Similarity of Appearance to Bull Trout...... 1762 Corrections to Rights-of-Way Regulations............................................ 1018-AI12 1763 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 6 Guam Species.. 1018-AI25 1764 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the San Miguel Island Fox, 1018-AI28 Santa Rosa Island Fox, Santa Cruz Island Fox, and Santa Catalina Island Fox......... 1765 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI52 the Columbia-Klamath Distinct Population Segment of the Bull Trout.................. 1766 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Conservation Education; 50 CFR 17.21. 1018-AI66 1767 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Permits for Foreign Listed Species... 1018-AI67 1768 Migratory Bird Permits; Revisions to General Exceptions............................. 1018-AI96 1769 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Prudency Determination and 1018-AJ08 Designation of Critical Habitat for Eggert's Sunflower.............................. 1770 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AJ11 the Spreading Navarretia and the San Jacinto Valley Crownscale...................... 1771 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AJ16 the California Red-legged Frog...................................................... 1772 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Amendment to the 1018-AT36 Nonessential Experimental Population Rule for the Mexican Gray Wolf................. 1773 Land Conservation Planning (Refuge Manual Chapter 602 FW 2)......................... 1018-AT41 1774 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart A and Subpart 1018-AT47 B................................................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1775 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Douglas County, 1018-AF43 Oregon, Population of the Columbia White-Tailed Deer From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................................................................. 1776 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 47 Plants in 1018-AH02 Hawaii.............................................................................. 1777 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Plants of the 1018-AH09 Northwest Islands, Hawaii........................................................... 1778 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Sacramento Mountains 1018-AH40 Checkerspot Butterfly and Proposed Designation of Critical Habitat.................. 1779 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Removal of the San Marcos Gambusia From the List 1018-AH52 of Endangered and Threatened Species................................................ 1780 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Reproposed Determinations of Prudency 1018-AH70 and Proposed Designations of Critical Habitat for Plants From Maui and Kahoolawe, Hawaii.............................................................................. 1781 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reopening of Comment Period on the 1018-AH73 Threatened Status of the Sacramento Splittail (Pogonichthys Macrolepidotis)......... 1782 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH94 Blackburn's Sphinx Moth............................................................. 1783 Civil Procedures; 50 CFR Part 11.................................................... 1018-AH97 1784 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential 1018-AI03 Experimental Population of Grizzly Bears in the Bitterroot Area of Idaho and Montana; Removal of Regulations..................................................... 1785 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 103 Oahu, 1018-AI24 Hawaii, Plants...................................................................... 1786 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Four Fairy 1018-AI26 Shrimp and 11 Plants in California.................................................. 1787 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations for Managing Double-Crested Cormorant Damages... 1018-AI39 1788 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Gray Bat From 1018-AI40 Endangered to Threatened............................................................ 1789 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Mountain Plover With a 1018-AI45 Special Rule........................................................................ 1790 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI46 the Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse................................................... 1791 Tribal Wildlife Grants Program Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Year (FY) 2002.. 1018-AI58 1792 Tribal Landowner Incentive Program (T-LIP) Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Year 1018-AI59 (FY) 2002........................................................................... 1793 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential 1018-AI60 Experimental Population of the Black-Footed Ferret in South-Central South Dakota.... 1794 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart 1018-AI62 D--2003-2004 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations............................. 1795 2003-2004 Refuge Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations..................... 1018-AI63 [[Page 73083]] 1796 Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in Alaska; Regulations for the Spring and Summer 1018-AI84 2003 Season......................................................................... 1797 Migratory Bird Hunting; Proposed 2003-2004 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Regulations 1018-AI93 (Preliminary) With Requests for Indian Tribal Proposals............................. 1798 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Water Howellia 1018-AI94 (Howellia aquatilus) From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species............. 1799 Revision of Airborne Hunting Regulations............................................ 1018-AI99 1800 Fiscal Year 2004 Private Stewardship Grants Program; Program Implementation......... 1018-AJ01 1801 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Cui-ui From 1018-AJ05 the List of Endangered and Threatened Species and Establishment of a 4(d) Rule...... 1802 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Additional Manatee 1018-AJ06 Protection Areas in Florida......................................................... 1803 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential 1018-AJ18 Experimental Population of Black-Footed Ferret in Wyoming........................... 1804 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Uncompahgre 1018-AJ19 Fritillary Butterfly From Endangered to Threatened.................................. 1805 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of Arctic Russian Population 1018-AJ20 of Spectacled Eiders From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species; Classification of U.S. Popul. as Threatened......................................... 1806 Guidance for the Establishment, Use, and Operation of Conservation Banks............ 1018-AJ22 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- National Park Service--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1807 Big Thicket National Preserve; Personal Watercraft.................................. 1024-AC92 1808 Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore; Personal Watercraft.............................. 1024-AC93 1809 Fire Island National Seashore; Personal Watercraft.................................. 1024-AC94 1810 Gateway National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft............................... 1024-AC95 1811 Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................ 1024-AC96 1812 Lake Meredith Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft.................................. 1024-AC97 1813 Chickasaw Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft...................................... 1024-AC98 1814 Curecanti Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft...................................... 1024-AC99 1815 Amistad Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................................ 1024-AD00 1816 Lake Roosevelt Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft................................. 1024-AD01 1817 Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act; Future Applicability........ 1024-AD05 1818 Boating and Water Use Activities.................................................... 1024-AD07 1819 Alaska Park Units; Special Regulations.............................................. 1024-AD13 1820 Delaware Water Gap NRA Commercial Vehicle Fees...................................... 1024-AD14 1821 Revisions to Right-of-Way Regulations............................................... 1024-AD16 1822 Cost Recovery for Special Park Uses................................................. 1024-AD18 1823 Ceremonies at First Division Monument............................................... 1024-AD19 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- National Park Service--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1824 Procedures for State, Tribal, and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs... 1024-AC79 1825 Commercial Use Authorizations....................................................... 1024-AC85 1826 Snowmobile Regulations for Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and JDR 1024-AD11 Parkway (Reg Plan Seq No. 73)....................................................... 1827 Rocky Mountain National Park Snowmobile Use......................................... 1024-AD15 1828 Use of Service Animals in National Park Areas....................................... 1024-AD17 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. [[Page 73084]] National Park Service--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1829 Special Regulations of the National Park System; Religious Ceremonial Collection of 1024-AC86 Golden Eaglets in Wupatki National Monument......................................... 1830 Golden Gate National Recreation Area; Special Regulations........................... 1024-AD03 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- National Park Service--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1831 Vehicles and Traffic Safety; Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs...... 1024-AC69 1832 Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act Regulations; Civil Penalties. 1024-AC84 1833 Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument; Special Regulations.................... 1024-AC89 1834 Glen Canyon National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................... 1024-AC90 1835 Assateague Island National Seashore; Personal Watercraft............................ 1024-AD02 1836 Saguaro National Monument Mountain Bike Special Regulations......................... 1024-AD10 1837 Special Regulations; Areas of the National Park System; New River Gorge National 1024-AD12 River--Hunting...................................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Indian Affairs--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1838 Buy Indian Act Regulations.......................................................... 1076-AE07 1839 Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans..................................................... 1076-AE24 1840 Indian Country Law Enforcement...................................................... 1076-AE35 1841 Leases and Permits on Indian Trust and Restricted Lands............................. 1076-AE36 1842 Reindeer in Alaska.................................................................. 1076-AE37 1843 Proclamation of Reservations........................................................ 1076-AE40 1844 Loan Guaranty, Insurance, and Interest Subsidy...................................... 1076-AE42 1845 Use or Distribution of Indian Judgment Funds........................................ 1076-AE43 1846 Navajo Partitioned Lands Grazing Permits............................................ 1076-AE46 1847 Indian Highway Safety Program....................................................... 1076-AE47 1848 Appeals from Administrative Actions................................................. 1076-AE48 1849 No Child Left Behind Act of 2001.................................................... 1076-AE49 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Indian Affairs--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1850 Irrigation Projects and Systems..................................................... 1076-AD44 1851 Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood.............................................. 1076-AD97 1852 Alaska Resupply Operation........................................................... 1076-AE04 1853 Indian Reservation Roads Program.................................................... 1076-AE17 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Indian Affairs--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1854 Indian Electric Power Utilities..................................................... 1076-AD45 1855 Preparation of Rolls of Indians..................................................... 1076-AE44 1856 Standards for Approving Tribal Per Capita Distributions............................. 1076-AE45 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73085]] Bureau of Indian Affairs--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1857 Protection of Products of Indian Art and Craftsmanship.............................. 1076-AE16 1858 Amendment to the List of Courts of Indian Offenses.................................. 1076-AE41 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Minerals Management Service--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1859 Late and Overpayment Interest....................................................... 1010-AC27 1860 Takes vs. Entitlements Reporting.................................................... 1010-AC29 1861 Prepayment of Royalties............................................................. 1010-AC31 1862 Incident Reporting.................................................................. 1010-AC57 1863 Royalty Relief Terms................................................................ 1010-AC58 1864 Appeals of Minerals Management Service Orders....................................... 1010-AC80 1865 Reporting Amendments................................................................ 1010-AC90 1866 Blowout Prevention for Production Tree Coiled Tubing Workover Operations............ 1010-AC96 1867 Data Release and Definitions........................................................ 1010-AC99 1868 Valuation of Oil From Indian Leases................................................. 1010-AD00 1869 Reduction to Royalty Relief in Special Circumstances................................ 1010-AD02 1870 Federal Oil Valuation............................................................... 1010-AD04 1871 Federal Gas Valuation............................................................... 1010-AD05 1872 Leasing of Sulphur or Oil and Gas in the Outer Continental Shelf.................... 1010-AD06 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Minerals Management Service--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1873 Accounting Relief for Marginal Properties........................................... 1010-AC30 1874 Plans and Information............................................................... 1010-AC47 1875 Proprietary Terms and Data Disclosure............................................... 1010-AC81 1876 Documents Incorporated by Reference for Offshore Floating Production Facilities..... 1010-AC85 1877 Rights-of-Use and Easements and Pipeline Rights-of-Way.............................. 1010-AC91 1878 Document Incorporated by Reference-API 510--Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: 1010-AC95 Maintenance Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration.............................. 1879 Relief or Reduction in Royalty Rates--Deep Gas Provisions (Reg Plan Seq No. 74)..... 1010-AD01 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. Minerals Management Service--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1880 Dealing With Sustained Casing Pressure.............................................. 1010-AC83 1881 Definition of Control............................................................... 1010-AC88 1882 Documents Incorporated by Reference--API RP 14F and API 510......................... 1010-AC89 1883 Fixed Platforms--Documents Incorporated by Reference................................ 1010-AD03 1884 Increase in Maximum Daily Civil Penalty Amount...................................... 1010-AD07 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73086]] Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1885 Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fees..................................................... 1029-AC46 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1886 Abandoned Coal Refuse Sites......................................................... 1029-AB70 1887 Revegetation........................................................................ 1029-AC02 1888 Placement of Excess Spoil........................................................... 1029-AC04 1889 Financial Assurances................................................................ 1029-AC05 1890 Processing State Program Amendments................................................. 1029-AC06 1891 Ownership and Control Settlement Rule............................................... 1029-AC08 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1892 Indian Lands........................................................................ 1029-AB83 1893 Financing Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation........................................... 1029-AC07 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Reclamation--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1894 Public Conduct on Reclamation Lands and Projects.................................... 1006-AA45 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Reclamation--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1895 Trespass on Reclamation Lands and Facilities........................................ 1006-AA44 1896 Public Conduct on Bureau of Reclamation Lands and Projects; Removal of Expiration 1006-AA46 Date................................................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Land Management--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1897 Sales--Federal Land Policy and Management Act....................................... 1004-AB77 1898 Desert Land Entries................................................................. 1004-AC56 1899 Disposal of Reserved Minerals Under the Stock Raising Homestead Act................. 1004-AC59 1900 Mineral Patent Applications; Adverse Claims, Protests, and Conflicts................ 1004-AD32 1901 Grazing Administration--Exclusive of Alaska......................................... 1004-AD42 1902 Resource Management Planning........................................................ 1004-AD57 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73087]] Bureau of Land Management--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1903 Indian Allotments................................................................... 1004-AC77 1904 Permits for Recreation on Public Lands.............................................. 1004-AD45 1905 Wilderness Management............................................................... 1004-AD46 1906 Oil and Gas Leasing Operations; Bonding............................................. 1004-AD56 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Land Management--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1907 Leases, Permits, and Easements...................................................... 1004-AB51 1908 Coalbed Methane Development......................................................... 1004-AC27 1909 Cost Recovery; Mineral Filings and Operations....................................... 1004-AC64 1910 Rights-of-Way, Principles and Procedures; Rights-of-Way Under the Mineral Leasing 1004-AC74 Act................................................................................. 1911 Carey Act Grants.................................................................... 1004-AC80 1912 Oil and Gas Leasing and Operations.................................................. 1004-AC94 1913 Appeals Procedures; Hearings Procedures............................................. 1004-AC99 1914 Conservation; Helium Leasing........................................................ 1004-AD35 1915 Hazardous Materials Compliance...................................................... 1004-AD38 1916 Supplementary Rules for Public Demonstrations at Grand Staircase-Escalante National 1004-AD40 Monument............................................................................ 1917 Mining Claims Under the General Mining Laws; Surface Management..................... 1004-AD53 1918 Wilderness Management............................................................... 1004-AD54 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Land Management--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1919 Location Recording and Maintenance of Mining Claims and Sites....................... 1004-AD31 1920 Surface Management; Segregated or Withdrawn Lands................................... 1004-AD51 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Office of the Secretary--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1921 Wild and Scenic Rivers.............................................................. 1093-AA08 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1627. NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS: TYPE B PROCEDURES Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 42 USC 9651(c) CFR Citation: 43 CFR 11 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: CERCLA and the Clean Water Act allow natural resource trustees to bring a claim against a potentially responsible party for resources that have been injured by a release of a hazardous substance. CERCLA requires that natural resource damage assessment regulations be promulgated and that the regulations be reviewed, and revised as appropriate, every two years. This rulemaking is the biennial review of the administrative process for conducting assessments as well as the so-called type B procedures for determining injury and damages through scientific and economic studies. This rulemaking will also address the calculation of lost non-use values of natural resources, in compliance with State of Ohio v. Department of the Interior, 880 F.2d 432 (D.C. Cir. 1989), which ordered the Department to allow for the assessment of all reliably calculated values lost as a result of a natural resource injury. [[Page 73088]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/16/96 61 FR 37031 ANPRM Comment Period End 09/16/96 NPRM 05/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Frank DeLuise, Assessment Program, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Room 4449, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4143 RIN: 1090-AA29 _______________________________________________________________________ 1628. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE TO PUBLIC LAND HEARINGS AND APPEALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1201 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4.401(c)(2); 43 CFR 4.403 to 4.408; 43 CFR 4.414; 43 CFR 4.415; 43 CFR 4.422(c)(2); 43 CFR 4.450-5 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This document proposes to amend procedural rules governing hearings and appeals in public-lands cases. The amendments are necessary to conform the rules to procedural practices contained in decisions of the Interior Board of Land Appeals. The amended rules would provide parties more complete information and more up-to-date procedures than the existing rules. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Interior Board of Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 235-8349 RIN: 1090-AA68 _______________________________________________________________________ 1629. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; PROCEDURES APPLICABLE IN ADJUDICATIONS BEFORE THE HEARINGS DIVISION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 372; 25 USC 373; 25 USC 373a; 25 USC 373b; 25 USC 374; 30 USC 1201 et seq; 43 USC 1201; 5 USC 571 to 583 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 15; 30 CFR 301; 43 CFR 1850; 43 CFR 4 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would amend regulations governing case management and case processing by administrative law judges in OHA field offices. The rules are necessary to increase efficiency in case processing. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Charles E. Breece, Deputy Director, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 235-3810 RIN: 1090-AA73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1630. AMENDMENT OF AUTHORITY TO GRANT STAYS OF BLM GRAZING DECISIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 315a; 43 USC 1201 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4.21; 43 CFR 4.470; 43 CFR 4.472; 43 CFR 4.476; 43 CFR 4.477 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Office of Hearings and Appeals is proposing to amend its existing regulations to authorize OHA administrative law judges to decide petitions for a stay of grazing decisions issued by the Bureau of Land Management and requests to place such decisions into immediate effect. The proposal is designed to expedite administrative review by eliminating an inefficient bifurcation of authority. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Interior Board of Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 235-8349 RIN: 1090-AA84 _______________________________________________________________________ 1631. [bull] MANDATORY CONDITIONS REVIEW PROCESS Priority: Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will update the Department's procedures and requirements relating to mandatory review procedures governing property and acquisition management. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: William Bettenberg, Director, Office of Policy Analysis, Department of the Interior, Room 4426 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5978 Fax: 202 208-4867 RIN: 1090-AA91 [[Page 73089]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1632. [bull] SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE TO SURFACE COAL MINING HEARINGS AND APPEALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 30 USC 1268(f) CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Office of Hearings and Appeals is amending this rule to state that the Office of Surface Mining has the ultimate burden or persuasion as to whether the individual identified in a company's filings under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) is a director, officer, or agent of the company. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Interior Board of Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 235-8349 RIN: 1090-AA92 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1633. NONDISCRIMINATION IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, HANDICAP, OR AGE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/26/03 68 FR 51333 Final Action Effective 09/25/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local, State Agency Contact: Melvin C. Fowler Phone: 202 208-3455 RIN: 1090-AA77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1634. NONPROCUREMENT SUSPENSION AND DEBARMENT; DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE GRANT REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 42; 43 CFR 43 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 11/26/03 68 FR 66533 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in EO 13132. Agency Contact: Debra E. Sonderman Phone: 202 208-6431 RIN: 1090-AA79 _______________________________________________________________________ 1635. AMENDMENT OF AUTHORITY TO GRANT STAYS OF GRAZING DECISIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4.401; 43 CFR 4.410; 43 CFR 4.416; 43 CFR 4.422; 43 CFR 4.450-5; 43 CFR 4190; 43 CFR 5003.1 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/05/03 68 FR 33794 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz Phone: 202 452-5198 Email: michael--schwartz@blm.gov RIN: 1090-AA83 BILLING CODE 4310-55-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Prerule Stage United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1636. PARTNERS FOR FISH AND WILDLIFE PROGRAM Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 16 USC 742(a) to 754 CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Portions of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manual are being revised to update policy on the implementation of the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program. This program provides private landowners with cost-sharing and restoration expertise to restore fish and wildlife habitat. The program does not acquire lands and is a voluntary incentive program. The revisions update policy, incorporate Office of Inspector General recommendations, and clarify technical assistance and cost-sharing in light of changes in U.S. Department of Agriculture conservation programs. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Availability 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Hannibal Bolton, Chief, Division of Fish and Wildlife Management and Habitat Restoration, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 840, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1718 RIN: 1018-AH98 _______________________________________________________________________ 1637. RELEASE OF CAPTIVE-REARED MALLARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j) [[Page 73090]] CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are resuming review all aspects of regulations pertaining to the release and harvest of captive-reared mallards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Intent 08/28/01 66 FR 45274 Notice of Availability 08/26/03 68 FR 51231 Comment Period End 12/20/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1638. NORTH AMERICAN WETLANDS CONSERVATION ACT AND NEOTROPICAL MIGRATORY BIRD CONSERVATION ACT GRANT ADMINISTRATION POLICIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4401 et seq CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Grant Administration Policies document is being published as an interim measure to guide the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grants administration process and to provide advance notice of rulemaking. The Service intends, eventually, to engage in rulemaking to set out its own regulations to guide NAWCA grants administration that will parallel but supersede the Grant Administration Policies. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Dr. Keith A. Morehouse, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 110, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Div. of Bird Habitat Conservation, Arlington Square, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1784 Fax: 703 358-2282 Email: keith--morehouse@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI13 _______________________________________________________________________ 1639. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS GOVERNING POSSESSION OF MIGRATORY BIRDS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 92 Stat 3112 (16 USC 712(2)); PL 95-616; PL 106-108; 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 703 to 712; . . . CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to amend migratory bird permit regulations to create a new permit category establishing conditions and criteria for obtaining a permit to possess migratory birds, including eagles, for educational purposes. Prior to this rule, this activity has been authorized by a miscellaneous permit category. This request for comments will generate input needed to develop the proposed permit regulation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1640. [bull] HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD MAMMALS, BIRDS, REPTILES, AND AMPHIBIANS TO THE UNITED STATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 ; 16 USC 3371 to 3378 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The service proposes to publish an advance notice of proposed rulemaking to ask the public for comments and input into the best process and spectrum of updates needed to amend the regulations that establish standards for the humane and healthful transport of wild birds and mammals (not significant, Q301). These have not been amended in more than 10 years and are currently not completely in accordance with the international requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/00/03 NPRM 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ24 _______________________________________________________________________ 1641. [bull] INJURIOUS WILDLIFE SPECIES; BOIGA SNAKES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: FWS will review available economic and biological information on snakes in the genus Boiga for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 09/12/03 68 FR 53705 ANPRM Comment Period End 11/12/03 NPRM 03/00/04 [[Page 73091]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Fax: 703 358-1800 Email: kari--duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT28 _______________________________________________________________________ 1642. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; APPROVAL OF HEVI-STEEL AS A NONTOXIC SHOT MATERIAL FOR WATERFOWL HUNTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Environ-Metal has applied to the Service for approval of Hevi-Steel as nontoxic for waterfowl hunting in the United States. The information included in Environ-Metal's application is conclusive as to Hevi-Steel's nontoxicity. We will now evaluate whether we should propose to amend 50 CFR 20.21 by adding hevi-Steel to the list of approved nontoxic shot types. We seek public comment on whether we should pursue approval of Hevi-Steel as nontoxic shot for waterfowl hunting. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: John J. Kreilich Jr., Wildlife Biologist, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Migratory Bird Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Fax: 703 358-2272 Email: john--kreilich@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT32 _______________________________________________________________________ 1643. [bull] INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; BIGHEAD CARP (HYPOPHTHALMICHTHYS NOBILIS) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service will review economic and biological information on bighead carp for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 09/17/03 68 FR 54409 ANPRM Comment Period End 11/17/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Fax: 703 358-1800 Email: kari--duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT49 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1644. SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE PROCEDURES--50 CFR PART 12 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 3371 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 12 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend regulations in 50 CFR part 12 that establish procedures relating to property seized and administrative forfeiture under various laws enforced by the Service. This revision is intended to provide uniform guidance for the bonded release, appraisement, administrative proceeding petition for remission, and disposal of items subject to forfeiture. Also, these revisions are intended to provide for greater consistency of Service seizure and forfeiture procedures with those of the U.S. Customs Service. In August 2000, the Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act became law. CAFRA mandated many changes to 50 CFR 12 that are incorporated in this proposed rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/27/95 60 FR 58468 Second NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1949 Fax: 703 358-1947 Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AC89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1645. CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES (CITES) Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 73092]] Abstract: This will be a revision to an existing rule that will incorporate decisions/interpretations made at the second through twelfth meetings of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/08/00 65 FR 26663 Correction 06/29/00 65 FR 40167 Second NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AD87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1646. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS: SCIENTIFIC COLLECTING PERMITS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would amend the regulations governing permits for scientific collecting of migratory birds under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The rule will establish standard conditions and criteria for permit issuance. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1647. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; AMERICAN EEL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Listing of native U.S. species in appendix III to CITES for more effective monitoring of trade, to ensure that traded specimens are legally acquired in their State(s) of origin, and to obtain the cooperation of other countries that are parties to CITES, in controlling the trade in such specimens. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: marie--maltese@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1648. HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD MAMMALS, BIRDS, REPTILES, AND AMPHIBIANS TO THE UNITED STATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 42; 16 USC 3371 to 3378 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The proposed rule contains amendments designed to add numerous transport standards to part 14 for reptiles and amphibians. Standards have already been promulgated for mammals and birds. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Final Action 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF27 _______________________________________________________________________ 1649. IMPORTATION, EXPORTATION, AND TRANSPORTATION OF WILDLIFE, 50 CFR PART 14 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668, 704, 712, 1382, 1538(d) to (f), and 1540(f); 16 USC 3371 to 3378, 4223 to 4244, and 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 42; 31 USC 9701 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the importation, exportation, and transportation regulations pertaining to the movement of all wildlife and wildlife products into or out of the United States. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/15/98 63 FR 38143 NPRM 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1949 Fax: 703 358-1947 Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF46 [[Page 73093]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1650. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; TIBETAN ANTELOPE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, October 6, 2000, Other. Abstract: We received a petition to list the Tibetan antelope as endangered. We must determine if status review shows that the petitioned action is warranted. If so, we will propose endangered status for the Tibetan antelope, or chiru (Pantholops hodgsoni). The antelope is a wild ungulate native to Tibet, Kashmir, and north-central China. It is threatened by illegal trade in its wool, known as shahtoosh, which is exceptionally fine. The wool and shawls made from it are in great demand on the black market, resulting in the slaughter of thousands of these animals annually. The species has experienced dramatic declines in recent years despite efforts by range countries to control poaching, as well as a prohibition on international commercial trade through listing in appendix I of CITES. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 04/25/00 65 FR 24171 NPRM 10/06/03 68 FR 57646 NPRM Comment Period End 01/05/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: kurt--johnson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF49 _______________________________________________________________________ 1651. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; ADDITION OF THE ASIAN SWAMP EEL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will review economic and biologic information on the 17 species in the swamp eel family, Synbranchidae, for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Fax: 703 358-1800 Email: kari--duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF53 _______________________________________________________________________ 1652. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATION OF THE STRAIGHT-HORNED MARKHOR POPULATION OF THE TORGHAR REGION OF BALUCHISTAN, PAKISTAN, FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We received a petition to reclassify a certain population of the straight-horned markhor from endangered to threatened. We must determine whether a status review shows that the petitioned action is warranted; if so, we will propose to change the classification of the straight-horned markhor population of the Torghar Hills region of Baluchistan Province, Pakistan, from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The markhor is a species of wild goat that occurs in small, isolated populations in rugged, arid mountain habitats in Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: kurt--johnson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG00 _______________________________________________________________________ 1653. FEDERAL FALCONRY STANDARDS AND FALCONRY PERMITTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21.28; 50 CFR 21.29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will propose changes in the regulations governing the practice of falconry in the United States. We propose substantial reorganization of the current regulations, combining 50 CFR 21.28 and 21.29 and reorganizing the topics in those sections. We will add or change some provisions in the current regulations. The changes will make it easier to understand the requirements for falconry and the procedures for obtaining a falconry permit. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG11 [[Page 73094]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1654. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE GULF COAST DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE BROWN PELICAN POPULATION IN THE SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the Gulf Coast population of the brown pelican (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) from the List of Threatened and Endangered Species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1655. WILD BIRD CONSERVATION ACT: REVIEW OF APPROVED LIST OF CAPTIVE- BRED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Under the Wild Bird Conservation Act, a species may be exempt from the prohibitions of the Act if it qualifies for inclusion in an approved list. One way for a species to be included is if the species occurs in trade only as captive-bred specimens. We intend to seek information and consider whether to amend this approved list, which was established in 1994. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 05/29/01 66 FR 29072 NPRM 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1656. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE--ADDITION OF BLACK CARP Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will review economic and biological information on the black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/30/02 67 FR 49280 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 06/04/03 68 FR 33431 Other/Second NPRM--Notice of draft envir. assess/econ. analysis 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Fax: 703 358-1800 Email: kari--duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1657. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION FOR THE BOULDER DARTER AND THE SPOTFIN CHUB IN SHOAL CREEK, ALABAMA AND TENNESSEE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose the establishment of two nonessential experimental populations, the Boulder darter and Spotfin chub, in Shoal Creek, Alabama and Tennessee. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1658. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GILA TROUT FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the Gila trout from endangered to threatened. This action is based on recovery. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No [[Page 73095]] Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH57 _______________________________________________________________________ 1659. EXPORT OF LIVE ALLIGATORS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: EO 13112 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17; 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This policy will prohibit the export of live American alligators because of invasive species concerns in the countries of destination of the animals. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH65 _______________________________________________________________________ 1660. EAGLE PERMITS: NEW DEFINITIONS, PERMITS FOR INCIDENTAL TAKING OF BALD EAGLES NECESSARY TO PROTECT OTHER INTERESTS IN ANY PARTICULAR LOCALITY Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a CFR Citation: 50 CFR 22 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would allow take of bald eagles under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, incidental to otherwise lawful activities, in the event the species is removed from the U.S. Endangered Species List. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH74 _______________________________________________________________________ 1661. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REVISIONS TO THE REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO PERMITS ISSUED UNDER THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Presently, Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances only allow incidental take of species. The Service is proposing to clarify the range of activities permittable under section 10(a)(1)(A) of the Endangered Species Act. In addition, the Service is proposing to amend the policies to allow for intentional take of species in association with Safe Harbor Agreements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/10/03 68 FR 53327 NPRM Comment Period End 11/10/03 Final Action 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH93 _______________________________________________________________________ 1662. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF TWO AUSTRALIAN PARAKEETS FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to reclassify the turquoise parakeet (Neophema pulchella) and the scarlet-chested parakeet (Neophema splendida) from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/02/03 68 FR 52169 NPRM Comment Period End 12/01/03 Other/Final Rule 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1663. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C--NONRURAL DETERMINATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 73096]] Abstract: This rule will revise the rural/nonrural determinations based on the new 2000 Federal census data. This review/revision is called for in 50 CFR 100.15 and 36 CFR 242.15. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3873 Fax: 907 786-3898 Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI38 _______________________________________________________________________ 1664. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATION OF THE AMERICAN CROCODILE FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the American crocodile from endangered to threatened. This action is based on the substantial improvement in the species' status and improved understanding of the species' biology and management needs. Since its listing in 1975, the population of the American crocodile in Florida has more than doubled and its distribution has expanded. Land acquisition has also provided protection for many important nesting areas. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI41 _______________________________________________________________________ 1665. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SOUTHWEST ALASKAN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE NORTHERN SEA OTTER Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We may propose listing the southwest Alaskan distinct population segment of the Northern sea otter, found mostly in the Aleutian Islands and the Alaska peninsula and adjacent waters. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1666. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; EIDERDOWN FROM ICELAND Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 95-616; 16 USC 712(2); PL 106-108 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will allow the importation into the United States of processed Icelandic eiderdown. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/05/03 68 FR 52727 NPRM Comment Period End 12/04/03 Final Action 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1667. IMPORT OF POLAR BEAR TROPHIES FROM CANADA; FINDING FOR THE GULF OF BOOTHIA POPULATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18.30 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule announces proposed findings on the import of polar bears (Ursus maritimus) taken in sport hunts from the Canadian Gulf of Boothia polar bear population under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Final Action 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI65 _______________________________________________________________________ 1668. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR FIVE APPALACHIAN MUSSELS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined [[Page 73097]] Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 19, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat, if prudent, for five species of Appalachian bivalves, or freshwater mussels (Cumberland elktoe, Cumberland combshell, oyster mussel, rough rabbitsfoot, and purple bean). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/03/03 68 FR 33234 NPRM Technical Correction; Reopening of Comment Period 10/06/03 68 FR 57643 NPRM Comment Period End 12/05/03 Final Action 08/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI76 _______________________________________________________________________ 1669. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR A PLANT, THE LANE MOUNTAIN MILKVETCH Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 15, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Lane Mountain milkvetch, an endangered plant found in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI78 _______________________________________________________________________ 1670. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF A PLANT, THE ARIZONA AGAVE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the Arizona agave (Agave arizonica) from the list of threatened and endangered species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI79 _______________________________________________________________________ 1671. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF THE NORTHERN APLOMADO FALCON Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to establish a nonessential experimental population for the Northern aplomado falcon (Falco femoralis septentrionalis), to facilitate the recovery of this endangered species and to ensure that its reintroduction will not impose new restrictions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI80 _______________________________________________________________________ 1672. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DOWNLISTING THE WOOD BISON FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to publish a proposed rule to downlist the Wood bison from endangered to threatened. This action is being considered because of progress in the recovery of this species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI83 [[Page 73098]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1673. SAFE HARBOR AGREEMENTS AND CANDIDATE CONSERVATION AGREEMENTS WITH ASSURANCES; REVISIONS TO THE REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13.25; 50 CFR 17.22; 50 CFR 17.32 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: FWS is proposing to revise the implementing regulations for permits issued under Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements With Assurances. These minor regulatory revisions will make SHAs and CCAAs easier to understand and implement. After practical application of the policy and regulations, we see some inconsistencies and a need to refine/define some terminology. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/10/03 68 FR 53320 NPRM Comment Period End 11/10/03 Final Action 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Biologist, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2105 Fax: 703 358-2434 Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI85 _______________________________________________________________________ 1674. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; BLACK COHOSH Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would list black cohosh in appendix III to CITES, for the purposes of more effective monitoring of trade, ensuring that traded specimens are legally acquired in their state(s) of origin, and obtaining the cooperation of other countries that are parties to CITES in controlling the trade in such specimens. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia S. De Angelis, Botanist, Division of Scientific Authority; Chair, Plant Conserv. All., Medicinal Plant Workg. Gp., Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 N Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: patricia--deangelis@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI91 _______________________________________________________________________ 1675. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; MILITARY READINESS EXEMPTION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 107-314 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 2, 2003, Final. Abstract: The 2003 Defense Authorization Bill, signed by the President on December 2, 2002, requires the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to develop and issue within one year regulations that exempt the Armed Forces from incidental take of migratory birds during authorized military readiness. The Department of Defense must concur with these regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Marie Strassburger, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS MBSP-4107, Division of Migratory Bird Management, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1813 RIN: 1018-AI92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1676. ENDANGERED SPECIES AND PESTICIDE REGULATION Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 72 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 1018-AI95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1677. REVISION OF MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742a to 742j; PL 106-108 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will revise and update a significant portion of the regulations governing migratory game bird hunting. This rule will also use plain language to clarify these regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1949 Fax: 703 358-1947 Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI98 _______________________________________________________________________ 1678. REVISION OF THE REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE TRANSPORT OF EAGLE FEATHERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 1531 to 1544 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 22 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will develop regulations that allow the temporary transport of eagle feathers to and from the United States by Indian people of Canada and regulations that will streamline the permit process that allows transport of eagle feathers to and from Canada and Mexico by members of federally recognized Indian tribes. [[Page 73099]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1949 Fax: 703 358-1947 Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ00 _______________________________________________________________________ 1679. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE EASTERN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE GRAY WOLF Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are planning to propose to remove the eastern Distinct Population Segment (DPS) of the gray wolf, consisting of 21 States, from the list of Endangered and Threatened Species. The reasons for this action are the following: the achievement of all recovery criteria and completion of suitable state wolf management plans by Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 04/01/03 68 FR 15876 NPRM 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ03 _______________________________________________________________________ 1680. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF THE WESTERN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE GRAY WOLF Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the western Distinct Population Segment (DPS) of the gray wolf from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species. The reason for this action is the following: On the basis of estimates compiled in December 2002, we conclude that the wolf population has achieved the required third year of its population recovery criteria. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 04/01/03 68 FR 15879 NPRM 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1681. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COLORADO BUTTERFLY PLANT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 30, 2003, NPRM. Final, Judicial, December 30, 2004, Final. Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the Colorado butterfly plant. A short-lived perennial, the Colorado butterfly plant is endemic to moist soils in mesic or wet meadows of floodplain areas in northcentral Colorado, extreme western Nebraska, and southeastern Wyoming. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1682. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE FISH SLOUGH MILK VETCH Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 15, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the Fish Slough milk- vetch. On October 6, 1998, the Fish Slough milk vetch, a plant species native to California, was listed as a threatened species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM--proposed critical habitat 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and [[Page 73100]] Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1683. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE MUNZ'S ONION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 30, 2004, NPRM. Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for Munz's onion. On October 13, 1998, the Munz's onion, a plant native to California, was listed as endangered. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ10 _______________________________________________________________________ 1684. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COASTAL-PUGET SOUND, ST. MARY-BELLY RIVER, AND JARBIDGE RIVER POPULATION SEGMENTS OF BULL TROUT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the Coastal-Puget Sound, St. Mary-Belly River, and Jarbidge River population segments of bull trout. The Coastal-Puget Sound bull trout population segment encompasses all Pacific Coast drainages within Washington, including Puget Sound. The St. Mary-Belly River bull trout population segment occurs in northwest Montana. The Jarbidge River population segment occurs in Nevada. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ12 _______________________________________________________________________ 1685. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SALT CREEK TIGER BEETLE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2005, NPRM. Abstract: We will list the Salt Creek tiger beetle (Cicindela nevadica lincolniana) as endangered pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). This subspecies is endemic to eastern Nebraska saline wetlands and associated streams in the northern third of Lancaster County and southern margin of Saunders County in Nebraska. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/04 Final Action 09/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ13 _______________________________________________________________________ 1686. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE MEXICAN SPOTTED OWL Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 13, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will repropose the designation of critical habitat for the Mexican spotted owl. The owl inhabits canyon and montane forest habitats across a range that extends from southern Utah and Colorado, through Arizona, New Mexico, and west Texas, to the mountains of central Mexico. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ15 _______________________________________________________________________ 1687. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE EGGERT'S SUNFLOWER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to remove the Eggert's sunflower from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species. [[Page 73101]] This action is based on the recent completion of population and distribution studies, the commitment of land managers to the protection and management of several populations, and the discovery of previously undocumented populations throughout the species' range. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ17 _______________________________________________________________________ 1688. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DE- DESIGNATION OF MANATEE PROTECTION AREAS IN FLORIDA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq.; 16 USC 1361-1407 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.108 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We intend to propose to de-designate two Manatee Refuges in FL: Pansy Bayou Manatee Refuge, in Sarasota County, and Cocoa Beach Manatee Refuge in Brevard County. These Refuges were designated on November 8, 2002 (67 Federal Register 68450). We will propose to de- designate these Refuges because the State of Florida has instituted additional manatee protection measures at these sites, making federal designation unnecessary. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/22/03 68 FR 60316 NPRM Comment Period End 11/21/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ23 _______________________________________________________________________ 1689. [bull] INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; SILVER CARP (HYPOPHTHALMICHTHYS MOLITRIX) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service will review economic and biological information on silver carp for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/23/03 68 FR 43482 ANPRM Comment Period End 09/22/03 NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Fax: 703 358-1800 Email: kari--duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT29 _______________________________________________________________________ 1690. [bull] WILD BIRD CONSERVATION ACT; REVIEW OF REGULATIONS TO ALLOW IMPORTS OF EXOTIC WILD BIRDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15.41; 50 CFR 15.42 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will review the existing Wild Bird Conservation Act regulations to allow imports of exotic wild birds and make modifications as appropriate. On the basis of our experience and the feedback of applicants, we will streamline procedures and make the regulations more user-friendly. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT30 _______________________________________________________________________ 1691. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF MEXICAN BOBCAT FROM LIST OF ENDANGERED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We received a petition to delist the Mexican bobcat (Lynx rufus escuinapae). If we determine as a result of our status review, based on our review of the best available scientific information, that the species does not meet the definitions of endangered or threatened in the ESA (i.e., that delisting is warranted), we will propose [[Page 73102]] a rule to delist the Mexican bobcat (Lynx rufus escuinapae) and remove it from the List of Endangered Species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Karen L. Anderson, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703-358-2276 Email: karen--l--anderson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1692. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE VIRGINIA ROUNDLEAF FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to remove the Virginia roundleaf from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT33 _______________________________________________________________________ 1693. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED TERMINATION OF THE SOUTHERN SEA OTTER TRANSLOCATION PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to propose to terminate the southern sea otter translocation program and change regulations to allow sea otters residing in designated translocation and management zones to remain after the zones are abolished. The southern sea otter translocation program, established under authority of Public Law 99- 625, has failed to meet its established goals and objectives. A draft supplemental environmental impact statement (SEIS), to be released for public comment in the fall of 2003, includes a full evaluation of the southern sea otter translocation program and alternatives for the future of the program. The proposed rule describes the actions necessary to implement the proposed action identified in the SEIS. This decision is consistent with recommendations from the southern sea otter recovery team and resolves conflicts that have arisen between Fish and Wildlife Service mandates under the ESA and PL 99-625. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT34 _______________________________________________________________________ 1694. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; WITHDRAWAL OF PROPOSED DOWNLISTING OF THE PAHRUMP POOLFISH FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to withdraw the previous proposed rule to reclassify the Pahrump poolfish from endangered to threatened. Because of a change in status, reclassification is no longer warranted. The species only occurs in three refugia populations, and one of those populations has been recently lost. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/22/93 58 FR 49279 NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT35 _______________________________________________________________________ 1695. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATION OF THE VIRGINIA NORTHERN FLYING SQUIRREL FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to propose reclassifying the Virginia northern flying squirrel from endangered to threatened. [[Page 73103]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT37 _______________________________________________________________________ 1696. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED REMOVAL OF THE YELLOWSTONE GRIZZLY BEAR POPULATION FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to propose to delist the Yellowstone population of grizzly bears from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT38 _______________________________________________________________________ 1697. [bull] 2004-2005 REFUGE-SPECIFIC HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 16 USC 460; 16 USC 664; 16 USC 668dd to 668ee; 16 USC 715(i); . . . CFR Citation: 50 CFR 32 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to open additional national wildlife refuges to hunting and/or sport fishing and to provide refuge-specific regulations for those activities. This is an annual update for the National Wildlife Refuge System that ensures adequate public notice of openings/ changes each fall. We operate hunting/fishing programs on national wildlife refuges in furtherance of the implementation of the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 directives to facilitate compatible priority wildlife-dependent recreational opportunities. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Local, State Agency Contact: Leslie Marler, Management Analyst, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 670, National Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2397 Email: leslie--marler@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1698. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE ARROYO TOAD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 2004, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the arroyo toad, an endangered species known from California and Mexico. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT42 _______________________________________________________________________ 1699. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE BOREAL TOAD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, September 30, 2005, Final. Abstract: We plan to issue a proposed listing rule to list the boreal toad (Bufo boreas boreas) pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. This subspecies occurs in western North America, in Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and the Yukon. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT43 [[Page 73104]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1700. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER SANTA BARBARA COUNTY DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, January 15, 2004, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Santa Barbara County Distinct Population Segment of the California tiger salamander, an endangered species in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1701. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE RIVERSIDE FAIRY SHRIMP Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 2004, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Riverside fairy shrimp, an endangered species in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT45 _______________________________________________________________________ 1702. [bull] SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D; 2005-2006 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND SHELLFISH REGULATIONS Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest limits, methods, and means for the subsistence taking of fish and shellfish during the 2005-06 regulatory year. This rulemaking is necessary because subpart D is subject to an annual review cycle. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Final Action 03/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3873 Fax: 907 786-3898 Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1703. [bull] MARINE MAMMALS: REVISED DEFINITION OF ``AUTHENTIC NATIVE ARTICLES OF HANDICRAFTS AND CLOTHING'' Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1631 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18.3 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: A proposed rulemaking action that removes language put into place by an FWS interim rule intended to govern the taking of northern sea otters by Alaska Natives for use in creating and selling handicrafts and clothing under section 101(b), the Native exemption section of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). Our interim rule revised the definition of ``authentic native articles of handicrafts and clothing'' in 50 CFR 18.3, to limit takes to the period ``on or before December 21, 1972'' and precluded the take of sea otters by Alaska Natives for use in creating and selling handicrafts and clothing under section 101(b). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal Agency Contact: Martin Kodis, Chief, Division of Federal Program Activities, Branch of Management Support, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 400 ARL SQ, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-5496 Fax: 703 358-1869 Email: martin--kodis@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT48 _______________________________________________________________________ 1704. [bull] REVISED DEFINITION OF ``DESTRUCTION OR ADVERSE MODIFICATION'' FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT SECTION 7 CONSULTATIONS Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 402.02 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 73105]] Abstract: Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service will revise definition of ``destruction or adverse modification'' to reflect the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals' 2001 decision that the existing regulation is invalid. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Richard E Sayers Jr., Chief, Branch of Consultation and Habitat Conservation Planning, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, ARLSQ-420, 1849 C Street NW, Mailstop ARL-SQ 420, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 703 358-2106 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: rick--sayers@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT50 _______________________________________________________________________ 1705. [bull] LISTING THE MIAMI BLUE BUTTERFLY AS ENDANGERED; LISTING THE CASSIUS BLUE, CERAUNUS BLUE, AND NICKERBEAN (AMMON) BLUE BUTTERFLIES AS THREATENED DUE TO SIMILARITY OF APPEARANCE TO THE MIAMI BLUE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361-1407; 16 USC 1531-1544; 16 USC 4201-4245; Pub L 99-625, 100 Stat 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: FWS proposes to emergency list the Miami blue butterfly as endangered under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. The geographic range of this butterfly, which once extended north along the Florida coasts to about St. Petersburg and Daytona, has been severely reduced and is now restricted to Bahia Honda Key, Monroe County, Florida. The wild population of Miami blue is estimated at 45 to 50 adults, the number found consistently during survey efforts, while the documented range of the population fluctuates between 15 and 135 adults, depending on season and other environmental factors. We also determine the cassius blue butterfly (Leptotes cassius theonus), ceraunus blue butterfly (Hemiargus ceraunus antibubastus or Hemiargus hanno antibubastus), and nickerbean (ammon) blue butterfly (Cyclargus (Hemiargus) ammon ammon) to be threatened due to similarity of appearance to the Miami blue, with a special rule pursuant to section 4(e) of the ESA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Other/Final Rule--Emergency rule11/00/03 Final Action 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1706. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE MEXICAN SPOTTED OWL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 7, 2003, NPRM. Final, Judicial, April 13, 2004, Final. Abstract: We propose the designation of critical habitat pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for the Mexican spotted owl (Strix occidentalis lucida). The owl inhabits canyon and montane forest habitats across a range that extends from southern Utah and Colorado, through Arizona, New Mexico, and west Texas, to the mountains of central Mexico. We propose to designate approximately 5.5 million hectares (ha) (13.5 million acres (ac)) of critical habitat in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah, mostly on Federal lands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/18/03 68 FR 65020 NPRM Comment Period End 12/18/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT52 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1707. LIST OF MIGRATORY BIRDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 704; 16 USC 712 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 10.13 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The List of Migratory Birds found at 50 CFR 10.13 is being revised to (1) bring the list into conformity with generally accepted taxonomy and nomenclature--English (common) and scientific names, as reflected in four published supplements to the 6th [[Page 73106]] (1983) edition of the American Ornithologists' Union Checklist of North American Birds; and (2) add species that are of regular occurrence in the United States that are not included on the current list. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/09/95 60 FR 24686 Second NPRM 10/12/01 66 FR 52281 Final Action 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AB72 _______________________________________________________________________ 1708. GENERAL PROVISIONS AND GENERAL PERMIT PROCEDURES--50 CFR PART 13 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 704; 16 USC 712; 16 USC 742j-1; 16 USC 1382; 16 USC 1538(d); 16 USC 1539; 16 USC 1540(f); 16 USC 3374; 16 USC 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 42; 19 USC 1202; 31 USC 9701 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend 50 CFR part 13, which provides uniform permit procedures relating to the general administration of Service permits, to update the permit application fee schedule. Permit fees have not been revised since 1982. This change is necessary in order to recover a larger percentage of the cost of processing the permits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/26/03 68 FR 51222 Final Action 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Local Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AC57 _______________________________________________________________________ 1709. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE BALD EAGLE THROUGHOUT THE LOWER 48 STATES FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposal to remove the bald eagle from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species. This action is based on continued recovery gains and increasing population trends. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/06/99 64 FR 36454 Final Action 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF21 _______________________________________________________________________ 1710. IMPORTATION OF CAPTIVE-BRED EXOTIC BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES FROM BREEDING FACILITIES IN OTHER COUNTRIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will establish the information requirements and approval criteria for the import of captive-bred wild exotic birds from overseas breeding facilities. This rule applies primarily to species listed in the appendices to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which are otherwise prohibited from import by the Wild Bird Conservation Act of 1992. The rule also describes the process for handling petitions to approve qualifying facilities, establishes the duration of approval, provides for the suspension and revocation of approval, and provides for notice of approved facilities in the Federal Register. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/17/94 59 FR 12784 Final Action 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1711. POLICY ON GENERAL CONSERVATION PERMITS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 1361 et seq; 16 USC 703 et seq CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This policy will contain provisions to issue permits under a number of wildlife and plant laws and treaties to qualified organizations to conduct general conservation activities over a specified period of time instead of issuing multiple permits for each activity. This policy recognizes scientific and conservation professionals and institutions as partners in resource conservation and management and provides incentives for them to work with protected species and their habitats. [[Page 73107]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Proposed Policy 10/28/99 64 FR 58086 Final Action 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1712. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; CERTAIN TURTLE SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action would add certain native turtle species to Appendix III of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. If adopted, exports of the species would require CITES documentation from the Service to ensure that foreign countries accept the shipments. This action is necessary to monitor the impact of trade on the species in an effort to maintain healthy populations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/26/00 65 FR 4217 Final Action 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: marie--maltese@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1713. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED STATUS FOR THREE PLANTS FROM THE MARIANA ISLANDS AND GUAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, propose endangered status pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for three plants (no common names): Nesogenes rotensis, Osmoxylon mariannense, and Tabernaemontana rotensis. Nesogenes rotensis and O. mariannense are found only on the island of Rota in the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Tabernaemontana rotensis occurs on both Rota and the United States Territory of Guam. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/01/00 65 FR 35025 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 10/30/00 65 FR 64649 Final Action 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1714. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR 12 SPECIES OF PICTURE-WING FLIES FROM THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, January 2002, Final. Abstract: We propose endangered status pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for 12 species of Hawaiian picture- wing flies--Drosophila aglaia, D. differens, D. hemipeza, D. heteroneura, D. montgomeryi, D. mulli, D. musaphilia, D. neoclavisetae, D. obatai, D. ochrobasis, D. substenoptera, and D. tarphytrichia. These species are found on one or more of the following Hawaiian Islands: Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii. These 12 species face substantial threats from one or more of the following: habitat degradation, loss of host plants, biological pest control, and predation from alien arthropods. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/17/01 66 FR 3964 Final Action 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG23 _______________________________________________________________________ 1715. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE HOOVER'S WOOLLY-STAR FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to remove the Hoover's Woolly-Star from the list of Endangered and Threatened Plants because of recovery. This action is based on information that indicates this plant is more widespread and abundant than previously thought, more resilient and less vulnerable to certain activities than previously thought, and adequately protected on public lands. [[Page 73108]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/06/01 66 FR 13474 Final Action 10/07/03 68 FR 57829 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG41 _______________________________________________________________________ 1716. NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM; MISSION, GOALS, AND PURPOSES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668(dd) to 668(ee) CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed policy (FWS Manual) will address the mission, goals and purposes of the National Wildlife Refuge System in the context of the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997. This RIN also reflects Wildlife-Dependent Recreation Uses, Appropriate Refuge Uses, and Wilderness Stewardship. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Proposed Policy 01/16/01 66 FR 3668 Comment Period Extended 03/15/01 66 FR 15136 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 05/15/01 66 FR 26879 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 06/21/01 66 FR 33268 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: James W. Kurth, Deputy Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 670 ARLSQ, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 703 358-1744 RIN: 1018-AG46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1717. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THREE COASTAL CALIFORNIA PLANTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2001, NPRM. Abstract: We designate critical habitat for three coastal plants in California: LaGraciosa thistle, Lompac Yerba Santa, and Gaviota tarplant. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/15/01 66 FR 57559 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 05/07/02 67 FR 30641 Final Action for 2 plants 11/07/02 67 FR 67967 Final Action for 1 plant 08/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG88 _______________________________________________________________________ 1718. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE TRUCKEE BARBERRY FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to remove the Truckee barberry from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species. This action is based on new information. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/03/02 67 FR 56254 Final Action 10/01/03 68 FR 56564 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH47 _______________________________________________________________________ 1719. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE GUAM BROADBILL AND MARIANA MALLARD FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to remove the Guam broadbill and the Mariana mallard from the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife because of extinction. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/25/02 67 FR 3675 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 [[Page 73109]] Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH50 _______________________________________________________________________ 1720. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE JOHNSTON'S FRANKENIA FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to remove the Johnston's frankenia from the List of Endangered and Threatened Plants. This action is based on new information. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/22/03 68 FR 27961 Final Action 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH53 _______________________________________________________________________ 1721. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE MISSOURI BLADDERPOD FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to reclassify the Missouri bladderpod from endangered to threatened. This action is based on significant progress in finding additional populations and protecting and enhancing known populations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/10/03 68 FR 34569 Final Action 10/15/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1722. ADDITION OF THE GREAT WHITE SHARK AND THE CAPE STAG BEETLES TO APPENDIX III UNDER CITES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will amend the regulations in 50 CFR part 23 by adding the great white shark and the cape stag beetle to appendix III under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH66 _______________________________________________________________________ 1723. AUDIT RESOLUTION POLICY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: OMB Circular A-133 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 80; 43 CFR 12 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will publish six USFWS Manual chapters regarding Federal Government auditing standards as they pertain to State grantees. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Policy 12/14/01 66 FR 64845 Policy--Request for Comments 10/29/03 68 FR 61681 Policy--Final Chapters 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Kim Galvan, Management Analyst, Division of Federal Aid, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 140, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1851 Email: kim--galvan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1724. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS GOVERNING REHABILITATION ACTIVITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service will amend the Migratory Bird Permit regulations to create a permit category specifically to authorize rehabilitation of sick and injured migratory birds. Currently these permits are authorized under 50 CFR 21.27, Special Purpose Permits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/06/01 66 FR 63349 Final Action 10/27/03 68 FR 61123 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 [[Page 73110]] Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1725. IMPORTATION OF EXOTIC WILD BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES; ADDING BLUE-FRONTED AMAZON PARROTS FROM ARGENTINA'S APPROVED SUSTAINABLE USE MANAGEMENT PLAN TO THE APPROVED LIST OF NON-CAPTIVE BRED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would allow the import into the United States of parrots removed from the wild in Argentina under an approved sustainable use management plan. This is the first such plan that, if approved, would contribute to the goals of the Wild Bird Conservation Act to promote the conservation of exotic birds through sustainable use. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/06/03 68 FR 46559 Other/Comment Period End 10/06/03 Final Action 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1726. MARINE MAMMALS: INCIDENTAL TAKE DURING SPECIFIED ACTIVITIES (BEAUFORT SEA POLAR BEAR AND WALRUS) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes issuance of regulations to allow the incidental unintentional take of small numbers of marine mammals in activities (other than commercial fishing) in specific geographical areas. These regulations would authorize incidental take of polar bears and walruses in the Beaufort Sea during oil and gas energy activities for 1 year, after current regulations expire on March 31, 2003. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/25/03 68 FR 44020 NPRM Comment Period End 08/25/03 Final Action 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local Agency Contact: Dr. Benjamin Tuggle, Chief, Division of Federal Program Activities, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 400, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2161 Fax: 703 358-1869 Email: benjamin--tuggle@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1727. PUBLIC NOTICE FOR CITES APPENDIX III LISTING OF SPANISH CEDAR AND BIGLEAF MAHOGANY BY THE GOVERNMENT OF PERU Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This notice advises the public that, by unilateral action provided for in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the Government of Peru has listed Spanish cedar and bigleaf mahogany in CITES appendix III. This listing invokes certain permitting requirements to assist Peru in controlling trade in these species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Pat Ford, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: pat--ford@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1728. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING AND PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING HARVEST OF LIGHT GOOSE POPULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20; 50 CFR 21 subpart E Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule authorizes new methods of take for light goose hunting under 50 CFR part 20 and revises subpart E of 50 CFR part 21 for the management of overabundant light goose populations. It also modifies the conservation order that will increase take of such populations under the authority of this subpart. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/12/01 66 FR 52077 NPRM Correction 11/07/01 66 FR 56266 NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/10/01 66 FR 63665 Final Action 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI07 [[Page 73111]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1729. ADDITION BY INDONESIA OF RAMIN TO APPENDIX III UNDER THE CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES OF WILD FAUNA AND FLORA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This direct final rule notifies the public that, by unilateral action provided for in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the Government of Indonesia has listed the tree species, Ramin, in CITES appendix III. This listing invokes certain permitting requirements to assist Indonesia in controlling trade in this species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Pat Ford, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: pat--ford@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI08 _______________________________________________________________________ 1730. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; BELUGA STURGEON Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On the basis of comments received, we may finalize a rule to list the Beluga sturgeon (Huso huso) as endangered. This species historically inhabited the Caspian, Black, Azov, and Adriatic Seas and all rivers flowing into them. The Adriatic Sea population has been extirpated, and no wild Beluga sturgeon has been found in the Sea of Azov since the mid-1980s. This species has declined due to fishing pressure. This species is highly valued for its caviar and is subject to substantial levels of both legal and illegal fishing. The Beluga sturgeon has also been impacted by dam building and other forms of habitat modification. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 06/20/02 67 FR 41918 NPRM 07/31/02 67 FR 49657 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 11/06/02 67 FR 67586 Other/NPRM Comment Period Reopened 07/02/03 68 FR 39507 Final Action 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: marie--maltese@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI11 _______________________________________________________________________ 1731. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE TINIAN MONARCH FLYCATCHER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to make a final determination on the proposed rule to delist the Tinian monarch flycatcher from the list of endangered and threatened species, due to apparent increases in population numbers and likely improvement of habitat quality. This bird occurs on Tinian Island in the Marianas. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on February 22, 1999, page 8533, under RIN 1018-AE40. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/22/99 64 FR 8533 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI14 _______________________________________________________________________ 1732. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THREE SNAILS AND ONE AMPHIPOD Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 6, 2002, NPRM. Abstract: We propose to list and designate critical habitat for Koster's tyronia, Noel's amphipod, Pecos assiminea and the Roswell springsnail in New Mexico and Texas. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/12/02 67 FR 6459 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 05/31/02 67 FR 38059 Final Action 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI15 [[Page 73112]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1733. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE ROTA BRIDLED WHITE-EYE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat.3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 18, 2002, NPRM. Abstract: We propose to list a bird, the Rota bridled white-eye, which occurs in the Mariana Islands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/03/01 66 FR 50383 Final Action 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1734. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE TOPEKA SHINER Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, August 13, 2002, NPRM. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the fish, the Topeka shiner, which occurs in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, and South Dakota. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/21/02 67 FR 54261 Final Action 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI20 _______________________________________________________________________ 1735. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE VENTURA MARSH MILKVETCH Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2002, NPRM. Abstract: This rule designates critical habitat for the plant, the Ventura Marsh milkvetch, which occurs in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/09/02 67 FR 62926 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 03/20/03 68 FR 13663 Final Rule 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI21 _______________________________________________________________________ 1736. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING RESIDENT CANADA GEESE POPULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would establish a regulation authorizing State wildlife agencies to conduct indirect and/or direct population control management activities on resident Canada geese, including the take of birds. The intent of this rule is to allow State wildlife management agencies sufficient flexibility to deal with problems caused by resident Canada geese and to guide and direct Canada goose population growth and management activities in the conterminous United States. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/21/03 68 FR 50496 Final Action 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI32 _______________________________________________________________________ 1737. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CACTUS FERRUGINOUS PYGMY OWL Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 13, 2002, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose a new designation of critical habitat for the Cactus ferruginous pygmy owl distinct population segment found in Arizona. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/27/02 67 FR 71031 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 02/25/03 68 FR 8730 NPRM Comment Period End 04/25/03 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 04/28/03 68 FR 22353 NPRM Comment Period End 06/27/03 Final Action 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined [[Page 73113]] Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI48 _______________________________________________________________________ 1738. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SLICKSPOT PEPPERGRASS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, April 2003, Final. Abstract: We will propose listing the slickspot peppergrass, a plant found in Idaho, under the Endangered Species Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/15/02 67 FR 46441 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 09/25/02 67 FR 60206 Other/NPRM Comment Period Reopened 07/18/03 68 FR 42666 Final Action 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI50 _______________________________________________________________________ 1739. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE SONOMA COUNTY AND SANTA BARBARA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 15, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We are proposing to: (1) list the Central California distinct population segment (DPS) of the California Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma californiense) as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA); (2) reclassify the Sonoma County and Santa Barbara County DPSs of the California Tiger Salamander from endangered to threatened under the ESA; and (3) exempt, under section 4(d) of the ESA, existing routine ranching activities on private or tribal lands from section 9 prohibitions for the three DPSs of the California tiger salamander. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/23/03 68 FR 28648 NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/03/03 68 FR 39892 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 09/30/03 68 FR 56261 NPRM Comment Period End 10/31/03 Final Action 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI68 _______________________________________________________________________ 1740. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE DESERT YELLOWHEAD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 8, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Desert yellowhead, a threatened plant found in Wyoming. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/14/03 68 FR 12326 NPRM Comment Period End 05/13/03 Final Action 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1741. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SAN DIEGO FAIRY SHRIMP Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 11, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the endangered San Diego Fairy shrimp, a freshwater crustacean found in southern California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/22/03 68 FR 19888 NPRM Comment Period End 06/06/03 Final Action 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI71 [[Page 73114]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1742. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA GNATCATCHER Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 11, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat for the Coastal California gnatcatcher, a threatened bird found in southern California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/24/03 68 FR 20228 NPRM Comment Period End 06/23/03 Final Action 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI72 _______________________________________________________________________ 1743. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 11 MOBILE RIVER BASIN FRESHWATER MUSSELS Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 17, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat, if prudent, for three threatened and eight endangered species of Mobile River Basin freshwater mussels. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/26/03 68 FR 14752 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 08/14/03 68 FR 48581 Final Action 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1744. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR BRAUN'S ROCKCRESS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 19, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for Braun's rockcress, an endangered plant found in Kentucky and Tennessee. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/03/03 68 FR 33058 Final Action 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI74 _______________________________________________________________________ 1745. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR A PLANT, THE PIERSON'S MILKVETCH Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 28, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for Pierson's milkvetch, a threatened plant found in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/05/03 68 FR 46143 Final Action 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1746. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR THE DUGONG IN THE REPUBLIC OF PALAU Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to reopen the comment period on the proposed listing, as endangered, of the dugong in the Republic of Palau. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on August 5, 1993 (58 FR 41688). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/05/93 58 FR 41688 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 12/02/02 67 FR 71529 Final Action 11/00/03 [[Page 73115]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on August 5, 1993 (58 FR 41688). Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI81 _______________________________________________________________________ 1747. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR THE SCIMITAR-HORNED ORYX, ADDAX, AND DAMA GAZELLE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to reopen the comment period on the proposed listing of the Scimitar-Horned oryx, addax and the Dama gazelle as endangered. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on November 5, 1991. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/05/91 56 FR 56491 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 07/24/03 68 FR 43706 NPRM Comment Period End 10/22/03 Final Action 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI82 _______________________________________________________________________ 1748. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPARTS C AND D; 2004-2005 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND SHELLFISH Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest limits, methods, and means related to taking of fish and shellfish in Alaska for subsistence uses during the 2004 regulatory year. This rulemaking is necessary because subpart D of the subsistence management regulations is subject to an annual review cycle. In the Fall 2002 Unified Agenda, this rulemaking appeared under the RIN 1018- AI37, which has been withdrawn. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/12/03 68 FR 7294 NPRM Comment Period End 03/28/03 Final Action 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3873 Fax: 907 786-3898 Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1749. CHANGES IN LIST OF SPECIES IN APPENDICES TO THE CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES OF WILD FAUNA AND FLORA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will announce the decisions made by the 12th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in November 2002 on amendments to appendices I and II, and incorporate those decisions into 50 CFR 23.23. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Fax: 703 358-2276 Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI90 _______________________________________________________________________ 1750. ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT COUNTERPART SECTION 7 CONSULTATION REGULATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL FIRE PLAN Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 402.02; 50 CFR 418 to 423 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: These counterpart regulations will revise the existing Endangered Species Act consultation procedures by allowing agencies implementing the National Fire Plan to make determinations that proposed actions are ``not likely to adversely affect'' threatened or endangered species or designated critical habitat without the need to obtain written concurrence from the Fish and Wildlife Service or the National Marine Fisheries Service. The regulation will streamline the consultation process for National Fire Plan projects and is expected to achieve the same protections presently afforded to species protected under the Endangered Species Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/05/03 68 FR 33806 Final Action 10/09/03 68 FR 58292 Final Action 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined [[Page 73116]] Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in EO 13132. Agency Contact: Richard E Sayers Jr., Chief, Branch of Consultation and Habitat Conservation Planning, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, ARLSQ-420, 1849 C Street NW, Mailstop ARL-SQ 420, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 703 358-2106 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: rick--sayers@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1751. [bull] SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D--2004-2005 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND WILDLIFE Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 100 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest limits, methods, and means related to the taking of wildlife for subsistence uses during the 2004-05 regulatory year. This rulemaking is necessary because subpart D is subject to annual review. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/19/03 68 FR 49734 Final Action 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in EO 13132. Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3873 Fax: 907 786-3898 Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ25 _______________________________________________________________________ 1752. [bull] PROPOSAL TO EXTEND EXISTING AMENDED 4(D) RULE FOR PREBLE'S MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE IN COLORADO AND WYOMING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 CFR Citation: 17 CFR 40 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On May 22, 2001, the Fish and Wildlife Service adopted special regulations governing take of the threatened Preble's meadow jumping mouse (Zapus hudsonius preblei), which provide exemption from take provisions under section 9 of the Endangered Species Act for certain activities related to rodent control, ongoing agricultural activities, landscape maintenance, and existing uses of water. On October 1, 2002, the Service amended those regulations to provide exemptions for certain activities related to noxious weed control and ongoing ditch maintenance activities. This action proposes to extend the regulations, as amended, for 10 years. Current Amended 4(d) rule will expire in May 22, 2004. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/03 Final Action 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ26 _______________________________________________________________________ 1753. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD SUBSISTENCE HARVEST IN ALASKA; PROPOSED SPRING/SUMMER SUBSISTENCE ANNUAL HARVEST REGULATIONS FOR MIGRATORY BIRDS IN ALASKA DURING THE 2004 SUBSISTENCE SEASON Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 703-712 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 92 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is establishing spring/ summer migratory bird subsistence harvest regulations in Alaska for the 2004 subsistence season. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations governing the subsistence harvest of migratory birds in Alaska are subject to annual public review. This rulemaking sets regulations that expire on August 31, 2004, for the spring/summer subsistence harvest of migratory birds in Alaska. Seasons will open after March 11 and will close prior to September 1. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Final Action 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Daniel Engeljohn, Executive Associate, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service, 300-12th Street, Washington, DC 20250 Phone: 202 720-5627 Fax: 202-690-0486 Email: daniel.engeljohn@usda.gov Tina Chouinard, Wildlife Biologist, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Lake Ophelia NWR, 401 Island Road, Marksville , LA 71351 Phone: 318 253-4238 Fax: 318 253-7139 Email: tina--chouinard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ27 [[Page 73117]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1754. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; AMENDMENT TO MANATEE PROTECTION AREAS IN FLORIDA (BARGE CANAL EXCEPTION) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to make a final determination on the proposed rule (67 FR 18572; April 16, 2002) to create an exception to the regulations governing the Barge Canal manatee refuge in Brevard County, Florida. Under this exception, parties may apply for authorization to conduct otherwise prohibited activities in the refuge if they can demonstrate to the Service that the activity can be pursued in such a manner that manatees will not be taken. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/16/02 67 FR 18572 Final Action 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT39 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Long-Term Actions United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1755. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1994 AMENDMENTS TO THE MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1374 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Section 104 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes the Director of the Service, acting on behalf of the Secretary of the Interior, to issue permits for activities otherwise prohibited by the Act. Regulations will be developed for issuance of permits and the 1994 amendments to the Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE72 _______________________________________________________________________ 1756. TAKING OF MARINE MAMMALS BY LEVEL B HARASSMENT; ISSUANCE OF GENERAL AUTHORIZATION FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND PERMITS FOR PHOTOGRAPHY, EDUCATIONAL, AND COMMERCIAL PURPOSES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 103--238; 16 USC 1361 to 1407 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to issue regulations that would allow us to authorize harassment but not injury or death of marine mammals under our jurisdiction, for scientific research and for photography for educational or commercial purposes. This rule would further implement the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF26 _______________________________________________________________________ 1757. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATION OF ENDANGERED STATUS AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE GILA CHUB Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 2003, Final. Abstract: We are proposing endangered status and the designation of critical habitat for the Gila chub. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/09/02 67 FR 51947 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG16 [[Page 73118]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1758. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE MIAMI BLUE BUTTERFLY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will complete a 12-month finding regarding whether the Miami blue butterfly in Florida should be added to the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Petition Finding 01/03/02 67 FR 280 NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH30 _______________________________________________________________________ 1759. INTERAGENCY GUIDANCE FOR THE PRESCRIPTION OF FISHWAYS PURSUANT TO SECTION 18 OF THE FEDERAL POWER ACT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 791(a) et seq CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This will make publicly available, and describe the intent of, internal guidance for us (the Fish and Wildlife Service) and the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the prescription of fishways under section 18 of the Federal Power Act, for non-Federal hydropower projects licensed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. It will also provide clarification of the terms ``fish'' and ``fishway.'' The guidance document will be reviewed following a 2- year trial period, and the information obtained will be used to support a final action. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 12/22/00 65 FR 80898 Notice of Availability 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Dr. Benjamin Tuggle, Chief, Division of Federal Program Activities, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 400, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2161 Fax: 703 358-1869 Email: benjamin--tuggle@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH42 _______________________________________________________________________ 1760. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE MARIANNA FRUIT BAT ON GUAM FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to reclassify the Marianna fruit bat on Guam from endangered to threatened. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH55 _______________________________________________________________________ 1761. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE DOLLY VARDEN AS A THREATENED SPECIES IN WASHINGTON DUE TO SIMILARITY OF APPEARANCE TO BULL TROUT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to list the Dolly Varden (Salvelinus malma) as threatened under the ``Similarity of Appearance'' provision of the Endangered Species Act in Washington, due to its similarity of appearance to the bull trout. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/09/01 66 FR 1628 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH68 _______________________________________________________________________ 1762. CORRECTIONS TO RIGHTS-OF-WAY REGULATIONS Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: PL 101-475 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to make revisions to the Rights-of-Way General Regulations in 50 CFR 29 subpart B. The revisions will correct the address of our Region 5 Office in 50 CFR 29.21-2(c)(5). We will also implement section 1 of Public Law 101-475 by correcting the names of the House and Senate Committees we must notify upon receipt of an application for a right-of-way for an oil and gas pipeline that is 24 inches or more in diameter and again before granting right-of-way. Finally, the proposed revised regulation [[Page 73119]] will delete the reference to a 60-day waiting period after notification of our intent to grant the right-of-way. (The waiting period was repealed by Congress.) Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Barbara Ann Wyman, Program Manager, Division of Realty, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 622, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1811 Fax: 703 358-2223 Email: barbara--wyman@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI12 _______________________________________________________________________ 1763. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 6 GUAM SPECIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2004, NPRM. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for 6 Guam species. These include two mammals, the Little Mariana fruit bat and the Mariana fruit bat, and four birds, the Guam broadbill, the Mariana crow, the Guam Micronesian kingfisher and the Guam bridled white-eye. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/15/02 67 FR 63737 NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/05/02 67 FR 72407 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 01/28/03 68 FR 4159 NPRM Comment Period End 02/18/03 Final Rule 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI25 _______________________________________________________________________ 1764. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE SAN MIGUEL ISLAND FOX, SANTA ROSA ISLAND FOX, SANTA CRUZ ISLAND FOX, AND SANTA CATALINA ISLAND FOX Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 10, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We have proposed to list four island fox species, which occur on the Channel Islands off California, as endangered. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/10/01 66 FR 63654 Final Action--Final Listing, Proposed Critical Habitat 10/00/04 Final Action--Final Critical Habitat 10/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI28 _______________________________________________________________________ 1765. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COLUMBIA-KLAMATH DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE BULL TROUT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 1, 2002, NPRM. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Columbia- Klamath distinct population segment of the Bull trout. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/29/02 67 FR 71235 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 02/11/03 68 FR 6863 NPRM Comment Period End 05/12/03 Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Energy Effects: Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by Executive Order 13211. Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI52 _______________________________________________________________________ 1766. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CONSERVATION EDUCATION; 50 CFR 17.21 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.21(g) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Section 17.21(g) of title 50 of the Code of Federal Regulations addresses education as a valid component of Endangered Species Act approved programs. An advanced notice of proposed rulemaking will request public input on conservation education requirements that will be used in the development of a proposed rule that will propose a Service position on conservation education. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No [[Page 73120]] Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits, International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2350 Fax: 703 358-2281 Email: tim--vannorman@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI66 _______________________________________________________________________ 1767. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PERMITS FOR FOREIGN LISTED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will issue a proposed policy to clarify the process used for issuing Endangered Species Act permits for foreign listed species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Proposed Policy 08/18/03 68 FR 49512 Final Action 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits, International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2350 Fax: 703 358-2281 Email: tim--vannorman@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI67 _______________________________________________________________________ 1768. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REVISIONS TO GENERAL EXCEPTIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 95-616; 92 Stat 3112 (16 USC 712(2)); PL 106-108 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Under this rule, some public institutions which are now exempted from permit requirements would be required to obtain permits in order to possess migratory birds. It would create new exemptions for State and Federal resource managers and it would establish husbandry requirements applicable to exempt facilities. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations, Businesses Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1769. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PRUDENCY DETERMINATION AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR EGGERT'S SUNFLOWER Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 29, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: We will determine the prudency of proposing the designation of critical habitat for the Eggert's sunflower. On May 22, 1997, the Eggert's sunflower was designated as a threatened species. This species is known to occur in Alabama, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ08 _______________________________________________________________________ 1770. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SPREADING NAVARRETIA AND THE SAN JACINTO VALLEY CROWNSCALE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, January 30, 2004, NPRM. Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the spreading navarettia and San Jacinto Valley crownscale. On October 13, 1998, the spreading navarretia, a plant species native to California and Mexico, was listed as a threatened species, and the San Jacinto Valley crownscale, a plant species endemic to California, was listed as endangered. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ11 _______________________________________________________________________ 1771. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA RED-LEGGED FROG Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 31, 2004, NPRM. [[Page 73121]] Abstract: We will re-propose the designation of critical habitat for the California red-legged frog, a threatened species endemic to California and Baja California, Mexico. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1772. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION RULE FOR THE MEXICAN GRAY WOLF Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is currently exploring a revision to the Mexican wolf nonessential experimental population rule. In 2000, a panel of scientists recommended a proposed revision to the experimental population rule after conducting a 3-year review of the program. The Service intends to propose a revision to the rule allowing for the direct release of wolves into an expanded release area, but still within the area where wolves are currently authorized to occur. The Service also plans to propose a revision to expand upon the designated recovery area, allowing for greater management flexibility when a wolf travels outside of this area. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT36 _______________________________________________________________________ 1773. [bull] LAND CONSERVATION PLANNING (REFUGE MANUAL CHAPTER 602 FW 2) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 668dd to 668ee CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This policy chapter provides the process whereby new lands and waters are approved for addition to the National Wildlife Refuge System. The addition of lands and waters includes such methods as fee title acquisition, easements, donation, and transfers, and may apply to the significant expansion of an existing national wildlife refuge or creation of a new national wildlife refuge. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Ross Alliston, Refuge Program Specialist, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, National Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22204 Phone: 703 358-2388 Email: ross--alliston@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT41 _______________________________________________________________________ 1774. [bull] SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART A AND SUBPART B Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the saltwater areas of jurisdiction, certain definitions, and clarify portions of the existing regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3873 Fax: 907 786-3898 Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AT47 [[Page 73122]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1775. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON, POPULATION OF THE COLUMBIA WHITE-TAILED DEER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/24/03 68 FR 43647 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1776. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 47 PLANTS IN HAWAII Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/02/03 68 FR 39624 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1777. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR PLANTS OF THE NORTHWEST ISLANDS, HAWAII Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/22/03 68 FR 28054 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1778. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE SACRAMENTO MOUNTAINS CHECKERSPOT BUTTERFLY AND PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 09/11/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1779. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; REMOVAL OF THE SAN MARCOS GAMBUSIA FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH52 _______________________________________________________________________ 1780. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: REPROPOSED DETERMINATIONS OF PRUDENCY AND PROPOSED DESIGNATIONS OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR PLANTS FROM MAUI AND KAHOOLAWE, HAWAII Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/14/03 68 FR 25934 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1781. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REOPENING OF COMMENT PERIOD ON THE THREATENED STATUS OF THE SACRAMENTO SPLITTAIL (POGONICHTHYS MACROLEPIDOTIS) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action--Notice of Remanded Determination of Status 09/22/03 68 FR 55140 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1782. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR BLACKBURN'S SPHINX MOTH Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/10/03 68 FR 34710 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH94 [[Page 73123]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1783. CIVIL PROCEDURES; 50 CFR PART 11 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 11 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/28/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Kevin Adams Phone: 703 358-1949 Fax: 703 358-1947 Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1784. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF GRIZZLY BEARS IN THE BITTERROOT AREA OF IDAHO AND MONTANA; REMOVAL OF REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI03 _______________________________________________________________________ 1785. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 103 OAHU, HAWAII, PLANTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/17/03 68 FR 35950 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI24 _______________________________________________________________________ 1786. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR FOUR FAIRY SHRIMP AND 11 PLANTS IN CALIFORNIA Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 08/06/03 68 FR 46684 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI26 _______________________________________________________________________ 1787. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANT DAMAGES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Other/Notice--FEIS 08/11/03 68 FR 47603 Final Action 10/08/03 68 FR 58022 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI39 _______________________________________________________________________ 1788. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GRAY BAT FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1789. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE MOUNTAIN PLOVER WITH A SPECIAL RULE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 09/09/03 68 FR 53083 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI45 _______________________________________________________________________ 1790. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE PREBLE'S MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/23/03 68 FR 37275 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: chris--nolin@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1791. TRIBAL WILDLIFE GRANTS PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2002 Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: None Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/28/03 68 FR 44434 [[Page 73124]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Patrick Durham Phone: 202 208-4133 RIN: 1018-AI58 _______________________________________________________________________ 1792. TRIBAL LANDOWNER INCENTIVE PROGRAM (T-LIP) IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2002 Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: None Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/28/03 68 FR 44424 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Patrick Durham Phone: 202 208-4133 RIN: 1018-AI59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1793. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF THE BLACK-FOOTED FERRET IN SOUTH-CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/16/03 68 FR 26498 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI60 _______________________________________________________________________ 1794. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D--2003-2004 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF WILDLIFE REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/27/03 68 FR 38464 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William W. Knauer Phone: 907 786-3873 Fax: 907 786-3898 Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI62 _______________________________________________________________________ 1795. 2003-2004 REFUGE SPECIFIC HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 32 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/14/03 68 FR 48583 Final Action 10/02/03 68 FR 57308 Final Action Effective 10/02/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Leslie Marler Phone: 703 358-2397 Email: leslie--marler@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1796. MIGRATORY BIRD SUBSISTENCE HARVEST IN ALASKA; REGULATIONS FOR THE SPRING AND SUMMER 2003 SEASON Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 92 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/21/03 68 FR 43010 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Donna Dewhurst Phone: 907 786-3499 Email: donna--dewhurst@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI84 _______________________________________________________________________ 1797. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; PROPOSED 2003-2004 MIGRATORY GAME BIRD HUNTING REGULATIONS (PRELIMINARY) WITH REQUESTS FOR INDIAN TRIBAL PROPOSALS Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/06/03 68 FR 24324 Other/Supplemental NPRM 06/23/03 68 FR 37362 Other/Supplemental NPRM 07/17/03 68 FR 42546 Other/Supplemental NPRM 08/08/03 68 FR 47424 Final Action 08/19/03 68 FR 50016 Final Action 08/27/03 68 FR 51658 Final Action 08/28/03 68 FR 51832 Final Action 08/29/03 68 FR 51919 Final Action 09/26/03 68 FR 55784 Final Action 09/29/03 68 FR 56048 Final Action 09/29/03 68 FR 56102 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ronald Kokel Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: ronald--kokel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI93 _______________________________________________________________________ 1798. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE WATER HOWELLIA (HOWELLIA AQUATILUS) FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1799. REVISION OF AIRBORNE HUNTING REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 19 [[Page 73125]] Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/28/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Kevin Adams Phone: 703 358-1949 Fax: 703 358-1947 Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1800. FISCAL YEAR 2004 PRIVATE STEWARDSHIP GRANTS PROGRAM; PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: None Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ01 _______________________________________________________________________ 1801. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE CUI-UI FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A 4(D) RULE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1802. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF ADDITIONAL MANATEE PROTECTION AREAS IN FLORIDA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/04/03 68 FR 16602 Final Action 08/26/03 68 FR 46870 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ06 _______________________________________________________________________ 1803. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF BLACK-FOOTED FERRET IN WYOMING Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/28/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ18 _______________________________________________________________________ 1804. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE UNCOMPAHGRE FRITILLARY BUTTERFLY FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ19 _______________________________________________________________________ 1805. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF ARCTIC RUSSIAN POPULATION OF SPECTACLED EIDERS FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES; CLASSIFICATION OF U.S. POPUL. AS THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ20 _______________________________________________________________________ 1806. [bull] GUIDANCE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT, USE, AND OPERATION OF CONSERVATION BANKS Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are establishing interim guidance for the establishment, use, and operation of conservation banks. Conservation banks are a tool to offset adverse impacts to species listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. The purpose of this guidance is to help Service personnel evaluate and approve conservation banks in the context of fulfilling the purposes of the Endangered Species Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Availability 05/08/03 68 FR 24753 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No [[Page 73126]] Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 Fax: 703 358-1735 Email: patrick--leonard@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AJ22 BILLING CODE 4310-70-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage National Park Service (NPS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1807. BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.85 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1808. PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.32 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC93 _______________________________________________________________________ 1809. FIRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.20 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1810. GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1811. BIGHORN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.92 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would allow personal watercraft use in [[Page 73127]] designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1812. LAKE MEREDITH RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.57 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1813. CHICKASAW RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.50 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC98 _______________________________________________________________________ 1814. CURECANTI RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1815. AMISTAD RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.79 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in areas of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/22/03 68 FR 60305 NPRM Comment Period End 12/22/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD00 _______________________________________________________________________ 1816. LAKE ROOSEVELT RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.55 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in areas of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. [[Page 73128]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD01 _______________________________________________________________________ 1817. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT; FUTURE APPLICABILITY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 3001 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10.13 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule relates to one section of the regulations that implement the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). This section will clarify the applicability of NAGPRA to museums and Federal agencies following the statutory deadlines for completion of summaries and inventories. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John Robbins, Assistant Director, Cultural Resources, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC340, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 343-3388 Fax: 202 343-5260 Email: john--robbins@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1818. BOATING AND WATER USE ACTIVITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 1a-2(h); 16 USC 3 CFR Citation: 36 CFR 3 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This part was last updated comprehensively in the early 1980's. This regulation will help to address new and emerging technology, clarify some regulations for the benefit of the public and enforcement staff, implement changes to reduce safety concerns, and make NPS regulations more consistent with State regulations in order to reduce confusion with the public. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/26/03 68 FR 51207 NPRM Comment Period End 12/24/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1819. [bull] ALASKA PARK UNITS; SPECIAL REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k CFR Citation: 36 CFR 13 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: NPS regulations at 36 CFR 1.5 require the NPS to publish certain closures, designations, activity restrictions or conditions as rulemaking in the Federal Register. This rule will meet this requirement for all national park units in Alaska. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-7469 Fax: 202 219-8835 Email: chick--fagan@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD13 _______________________________________________________________________ 1820. [bull] DELAWARE WATER GAP NRA COMMERCIAL VEHICLE FEES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; PL 104- 333, sec 702; . . . CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.71(e) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Delaware Water Gap NRA's legislation authorizes the NPS to control commercial traffic on Route 209 within the park. This is a very labor-intensive operation, for which the legislation authorized the NPS to charge sufficient fees to make the operation financially self- sustaining. The current regulation will be revised to raise the fees to an adequate level. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-7469 Fax: 202 219-8835 Email: chick--fagan@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD14 _______________________________________________________________________ 1821. [bull] REVISIONS TO RIGHT-OF-WAY REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k CFR Citation: 36 CFR 14 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise existing regulations relating to the issuance of right-of-way permits across lands and waters under National Park Service administration. The current regulations are outdated. The new regulations will provide a process for the review, [[Page 73129]] consideration, and approval or denial of requests for rights-of-way. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-7469 Fax: 202 219-8835 Email: chick--fagan@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1822. [bull] COST RECOVERY FOR SPECIAL PARK USES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 1; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; . . . CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The National Park Service issues special use permits for activities such as special events, commercial photography, and utility rights-of-way in areas of the National Park System. Processing these permit requests is costly, but the NPS has not instituted a system for cost recovery, as is authorized by law. This rule will establish a procedure to enable the NPS to recover its costs from the permit beneficiaries. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-7469 Fax: 202 219-8835 Email: chick--fagan@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD18 _______________________________________________________________________ 1823. [bull] CEREMONIES AT FIRST DIVISION MONUMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 14k; 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.96 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This amendment will authorize the official annual Memorial Day and Vewterans Day commemorative wreath-laying ceremonies at the First Division Monument. Currently, such ceremonies are not allowed under 36 CFR 7.96 (g)(3)(i). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-7469 Fax: 202 219-8835 Email: chick--fagan@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD19 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage National Park Service (NPS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1824. PROCEDURES FOR STATE, TRIBAL, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 470 et seq CFR Citation: 36 CFR 61 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The NPS proposes to establish the requirements and procedures by which those Indian tribes that choose to do so can assume State Historic Preservation Officer duties with regard to tribal lands and become eligible for grants-in-aid to carry out those duties. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/12/02 67 FR 52532 NPRM Comment Period End 12/10/02 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Bryan Mitchell, Division, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC330, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 354-2078 Fax: 202 371-5197 Email: bryan--mitchell@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC79 _______________________________________________________________________ 1825. COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 105-391 CFR Citation: 36 CFR 52 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Public Law 105-391 became effective on November 13, 1998. The new Act mandates revised procedures for issuing commercial use authorizations. Section 417 of Public Law 105-391 requires that the Secretary promulgate implementing regulations as soon as practicable after the effective date of the Act. Existing regulations governing commercial use within National Parks are not adequate to administer the provisions of the new statute and must be revised to reflect new requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/27/02 67 FR 70899 NPRM Comment Period End 01/27/03 Final Action 06/00/04 [[Page 73130]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Cynthia Orlando, Chief of Concessions, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 513-7156 Fax: 202 219-1173 Email: cindy--orlando@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC85 _______________________________________________________________________ 1826. SNOWMOBILE REGULATIONS FOR YELLOWSTONE AND GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARKS AND JDR PARKWAY Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 73 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 1024-AD11 _______________________________________________________________________ 1827. [bull] ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK SNOWMOBILE USE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 1; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.7 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The NPS is amending regulations specific to Rocky Mountain National Park that designate snowmobile routes within the park. The routes currently designated are not consistent with the protection of park resources, the requirements of Executive Order 11644, or the NPS general regulation governing snowmobile use. This amendment will eliminate three of the four routes currently in use. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/05/01 66 FR 1069 Final Action 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD15 _______________________________________________________________________ 1828. [bull] USE OF SERVICE ANIMALS IN NATIONAL PARK AREAS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; 29 USC 701; . . . CFR Citation: 36 CFR 2.7 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Department of Justice has expanded the concept of ``service animals'' utilized by persons with disabilities. Many of the animals covered by the expanded definition are now prohibited in national park areas under NPS regulations at 36 CFR 2.15. This rulemaking will bring NPS regulations into conformance with the expanded definition. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-7469 Fax: 202 219-8835 Email: chick--fagan@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD17 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Long-Term Actions National Park Service (NPS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1829. SPECIAL REGULATIONS OF THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM; RELIGIOUS CEREMONIAL COLLECTION OF GOLDEN EAGLETS IN WUPATKI NATIONAL MONUMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 42 USC 1996; 42 USC 2000bb CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.101 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The NPS has preliminarily determined that under certain circumstances it is appropriate to allow the Hopi Tribe to collect golden eaglets within Wupatki National Monument for religious ceremonial purposes. This rule would authorize this activity upon terms and conditions sufficient to protect park resources against impairment, and consistent with the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/22/01 66 FR 6516 NPRM Comment Period End 03/23/01 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Patricia L. Parker, Chief, American Indian Liaison Office, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 354-6963 Fax: 202 371-6609 Email: pat--parker@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC86 _______________________________________________________________________ 1830. GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; SPECIAL REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.97 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This advance notice of proposed rulemaking will seek public comment on a range of potential management options for addressing appropriate pet management within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, consistent with protecting national park resources and assuring visitor safety. [[Page 73131]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 01/11/02 67 FR 1424 ANPRM Comment Period End 03/12/02 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Brian O'Neill, Superintendent, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Fort Mason, Building 201, San Francisco, CA 94123-0022 Phone: 415 561-4739 Fax: 415 561-4710 Email: brian--o'neill@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD03 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions National Park Service (NPS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1831. VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC SAFETY; OPERATING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 36 CFR 4.23 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/06/03 68 FR 46477 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1832. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT REGULATIONS; CIVIL PENALTIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/03/03 68 FR 16354 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John Robbins Phone: 202 343-3388 Fax: 202 343-5260 Email: john--robbins@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC84 _______________________________________________________________________ 1833. VIRGIN ISLANDS CORAL REEF NATIONAL MONUMENT; SPECIAL REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.103; 36 CFR 7.73 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 04/04/03 68 FR 16432 Interim Final Rule Effective 05/05/03 Withdrawn 06/10/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1834. GLEN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.70 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 09/26/03 68 FR 55448 Final Action Effective 09/26/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC90 _______________________________________________________________________ 1835. ASSATEAGUE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.65 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/30/03 68 FR 32371 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1836. SAGUARO NATIONAL MONUMENT MOUNTAIN BIKE SPECIAL REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.11 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/20/03 68 FR 50073 Final Action Effective 09/19/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-4684 Email: kym--hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD10 _______________________________________________________________________ 1837. [bull] SPECIAL REGULATIONS; AREAS OF THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM; NEW RIVER GORGE NATIONAL RIVER--HUNTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; 16 USC 460m-15 to 18; . . . CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.89 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: National Park Service general regulations require that a special regulation be promulgated if hunting is to be allowed to continue at New River Gorge National River. The 2003 hunting program cannot take place unless/until this rulemaking is completed. [[Page 73132]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 09/25/03 68 FR 55315 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-7469 Fax: 202 219-8835 Email: chick--fagan@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD12 BILLING CODE 4310-02-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1838. BUY INDIAN ACT REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 47; 36 Stat 861; 41 USC 253(c)(5) CFR Citation: 48 CFR 14 app A Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will regulate the implementation of BIA's longstanding policy of contracting with Indian-owned firms on a preferential basis and will regulate the determination of eligibility and availability of Indian firms to perform a specific requirement for products, services, and road construction outside the State of Oklahoma and regulate the authority to deviate from the general policy and will regulate the determination of eligibility throughout contractual performance. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kim Romine, Management, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 2051 Mercator Drive, Reston, VA 20191 Phone: 703 390-6461 Fax: 703 390-6582 RIN: 1076-AE07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1839. TRIBAL REVENUE ALLOCATION PLANS Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 2710; 25 USC 9; 5 USC 301 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 290 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Secretary of the Interior is responsible for reviewing tribal plans for allocating revenues from gaming activities. The Secretary must determine whether the proposed rule is sufficient to promote tribal economic development and fund essential tribal programs, benefits, and services. BIA plans to revise the regulations in part 290 to include additional criteria to assist the Secretary in making this determination. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: George Skibine, Director, Indian Gaming Management Staff, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 2070 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 219-4066 RIN: 1076-AE24 _______________________________________________________________________ 1840. INDIAN COUNTRY LAW ENFORCEMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 25 USC 2; 25 USC 2802 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 12 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: BIA plans to amend its regulation governing law enforcement in Indian country by revising section 12.4 of subpart A and by adding new section 12.24 to subpart C to allow tribal law enforcement officials to travel outside Indian country to respond to incidents in another area and to transport evidence to and from locations in Indian country. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Peter Maybee, Division of Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4550-- MIB, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5787 Fax: 202 208-6170 RIN: 1076-AE35 _______________________________________________________________________ 1841. LEASES AND PERMITS ON INDIAN TRUST AND RESTRICTED LANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 380; 25 USC 403; 25 USC 403c; 25 USC 415 to 415d; 25 USC 477; 25 USC 635 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 162 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: BIA plans to amend its regulations governing leasing of Indian trust and restricted lands by revising subpart A and by adding subpart C and D covering residential leases and business leases on trust and restricted land. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Kayla Danks, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4512--MIB, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5954 [[Page 73133]] Fax: 202 219-1065 RIN: 1076-AE36 _______________________________________________________________________ 1842. [bull] REINDEER IN ALASKA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 500 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 243 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will codify procedures for processing requests for reindeer by non-native Alaskans. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Warren Eastland, Wildlife Biologist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, P.O. Box 25520, Juneau, AK 99802 Phone: 907 586-7321 RIN: 1076-AE37 _______________________________________________________________________ 1843. [bull] PROCLAMATION OF RESERVATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 467 CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will define the procedures and criteria to be used for issuance of reservation proclamations by the Secretary of the Interior. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Eufrona Snyder, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-3614 Fax: 202 219-1065 RIN: 1076-AE40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1844. [bull] LOAN GUARANTY, INSURANCE, AND INTEREST SUBSIDY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 1496 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 103 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are revising our regulations to comply with the Indian Financing Amendments Act of 2002, specifically 25 U.S.A. 1485(I), which requires the Secretary of the Interior to promulgate regulations to facilitate, administer, and promote transfers of leans and guaranteed and insured portions of loans as intended under the Act. We also are introducing regulations to implement 25 U.S.A. 1497A and 1499, statutory changes dating back to 1988, concerning the guarantee of bonds and supplemental surety bonds. The lack of regulations relating to this subject has inhibited the use of these provisions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: David B. Johnson, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of the Solicitor, Division of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-3026 RIN: 1076-AE42 _______________________________________________________________________ 1845. [bull] USE OR DISTRIBUTION OF INDIAN JUDGMENT FUNDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 1401 et seq CFR Citation: 25 CFR 87 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will update the existing provisions to reflect the changes to the Indian Judgment Funds Distribution Act that were made in 1992 by Public Law 102-572. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 513-7626 Fax: 202 219-2327 RIN: 1076-AE43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1846. [bull] NAVAJO PARTITIONED LANDS GRAZING PERMITS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 301; 25 USC 640d et seq CFR Citation: 25 CFR 161 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will govern the grazing of livestock on the Navajo Partitioned Lands (NPL) of the former Navajo-Hopi Joint Use Area of the 1982 Executive Order reservation. The purpose of these regulations is to conserve the rangelands of the NPL in order to maximize future use of the land for grazing and other purposes. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/12/03 68 FR 64023 NPRM Comment Period End 02/10/04 Final Action 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: James Orwin, Soil Conservationist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 3061 MIB, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-6464 Fax: 202 219-0006 RIN: 1076-AE46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1847. [bull] INDIAN HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 402; 25 USC 13 [[Page 73134]] CFR Citation: s5 CFR 181 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will streamline the approval and funding process for tribal highway safety projects. These projects are designed to reduce traffic accidents on Indian Reservations and the resulting property damage, injuries, and death. Ten to 30 tribes participate in the program annually. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Charles L. Jaynes, Program Administrator, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Division of Safety Management, 201 Third Street NW., Suite 310, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: 505 245-2100 Fax: 505 245-2106 RIN: 1076-AE47 _______________________________________________________________________ 1848. [bull] APPEALS FROM ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 2 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will: (1) Clarify who has a right to file and appeal; (2) provide firm deadlines for filing appeals and responses; (3) provide options to appellants if BIA delays making a decision on an appeal; and (4) Provide an expedited process for certain classes of appeals. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Cathy Wilson, Supervisory Water Rights Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 400 North 5th Street, 13th Floor, POB 10, MS 420, Two Arizona Center, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: 602 379-6789 Fax: 602 379-6835 RIN: 1076-AE48 _______________________________________________________________________ 1849. [bull] NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT OF 2001 Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: PL 107-110 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 39; 25 CFR 42 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, June 8, 2003, NPRM. Abstract: Under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (Public Law 107- 110), the Secretary of the interior must develop regulations using negotiated rulemaking to address the following issues: (1) Defining adequate yearly progress, which is the essential measurement for determining that schools are providing quality education; (2) establishing separate geographic attendance areas for each Bureau- funded school; (3) establishing a formula for determining the minimum amount of funds necessary to fund each Bureau-funded school; (4) establishing a system of direct funding and support of all Bureau- funded schools under the formula established in section 1127 of the Act; (5) establishing guidelines to ensure the constitutional and civil rights of Indian students regrading the right to privacy, freedom of religion and expression, and due process in connection with disciplinary actions (suspension and expulsion); and (6) establishing a method for administering grants to tribally controlled schools. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Organizations Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Catherine Freels, Designated Federal Official, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 500 Gold Ave. SW., Room 7202, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: 505 248-7240 RIN: 1076-AE49 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1850. IRRIGATION PROJECTS AND SYSTEMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 385 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 171 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new procedures on billing and collection of Government debt. Once these changes are made, BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public comment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/05/96 61 FR 35167 NPRM Comment Period End 09/03/96 Final Action 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4559, 1849 C Street NW., MS 3543 MIB, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5480 RIN: 1076-AD44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1851. CERTIFICATES OF DEGREE OF INDIAN BLOOD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 13; 25 USC 9 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 70 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will codify procedures for processing certificates of degree of Indian blood. [[Page 73135]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/18/00 65 FR 20775 NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/20/00 65 FR 38228 NPRM Comment Period End 07/17/00 NPRM Comment Period Extended 08/16/00 NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/25/01 66 FR 33654 NPRM Comment Period End 12/31/01 Final Action 07/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Duane Bird Bear, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Tribal Government Services, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 513-7641 Fax: 202 513-0679 RIN: 1076-AD97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1852. ALASKA RESUPPLY OPERATION Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 25 USC 13; 25 USC 9; 38 Stat. 486; 42 Stat. 208; 5 USC 301; R.S. 463; R.S. 465 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 142 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule makes technical revisions to reflect terms now in common usage, e.g., Regional Director and Traffic Manager. A new section refers to the application of Indian preference in hiring pursuant to the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (25 USC 479). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/03/00 65 FR 47704 NPRM Comment Period End 10/02/00 Final Action 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Duncan Brown, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 7229 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4582 Fax: 202 219-2100 Email: duncan--l--brown@ios.doi.gov RIN: 1076-AE04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1853. INDIAN RESERVATION ROADS PROGRAM Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 202; 5 USC 301 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 170 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This establishes policies and procedures governing the Indian Reservation Roads (IRR) Program. It expands transportation activities available to tribes and tribal organizations and provides guidance to tribes and tribal organizations for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining transportation facilities. This rule also includes a funding formula for allocating IRR Program funds based upon the relative needs of Indian tribes, and reservation or tribal communities, for transportation assistance, and the relative administrative capacities of various tribes. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/07/02 67 FR 51328 NPRM Comment Period End 10/07/02 Final Action 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: LeRoy Gishi, Chief, Division of Transportation, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 4058 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4359 RIN: 1076-AE17 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Long-Term Actions Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1854. INDIAN ELECTRIC POWER UTILITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 385 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 175 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule contains procedures governing the operation of BIA- owned power utilities. BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new procedures on billing and collection of government debt. Once these changes are made, BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public comment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/07/96 61 FR 29040 NPRM Comment Period End 08/06/96 NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4559, 1849 C Street NW., MS 3543 MIB, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5480 RIN: 1076-AD45 _______________________________________________________________________ 1855. [bull] PREPARATION OF ROLLS OF INDIANS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: 25 CFR 61 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will add the enrollment eligibility criteria for individuals who apply to share in the distribution of Western Shoshone Judgment funds. It will also set forth the method for establishing an application deadline date. [[Page 73136]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 513-7626 Fax: 202 219-2327 RIN: 1076-AE44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1856. [bull] STANDARDS FOR APPROVING TRIBAL PER CAPITA DISTRIBUTIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 117c CFR Citation: 25 CFR 111 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will provide standards for the review and approval of tribal requests for the authority to make per capita distributions from tribal funds held in trust by the Secretary of the Interior under Public Law 98-164, 25 U.S.C. 117a and 117b. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 513-7626 Fax: 202 219-2327 RIN: 1076-AE45 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1857. PROTECTION OF PRODUCTS OF INDIAN ART AND CRAFTSMANSHIP Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 25 CFR 309 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/12/03 68 FR 35164 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Meridith Stanton Phone: 202 208-3773 RIN: 1076-AE16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1858. [bull] AMENDMENT TO THE LIST OF COURTS OF INDIAN OFFENSES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 25 USC 13; 25 USC 200 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 11 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule removes the Paiute--Shoshone Indian tribe of the Fallon Reservation and Colony (Western Region, Nevada) from the listing of Courts of Indian offenses. The tribe reassumed tribal court functions and asked to be removed from the list. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/30/03 68 FR 44614 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal Agency Contact: Ralph Gonzales, Housing Program Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 513-7629 Fax: 202 208-5113 RIN: 1076-AE41 BILLING CODE 4310-MR-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Minerals Management Service (MMS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1859. LATE AND OVERPAYMENT INTEREST Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 1001 et seq; 25 USC 1301 et seq; 25 USC 1331 et seq; 25 USC 1701 et seq; 25 USC 1735; 25 USC 1801 et seq; 25 USC 181 et seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 25 USC 351 et seq; 25 USC 3716; 25 USC 3720a; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 25 USC 9701; 5 USC 301 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 218; 30 CFR 230 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule allows MMS to pay interest on Federal onshore and offshore oil and gas royalty overpayments and makes interest charges more equitable between the payor and the recipient. Interest will be paid on overpayments related to royalty, rent and estimates resulting from sales of Federal onshore and offshore oil and gas production. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 [[Page 73137]] Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC27 _______________________________________________________________________ 1860. TAKES VS. ENTITLEMENTS REPORTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 205 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule addresses reporting and payment requirements for production removed and sold from a Federal lease, unit participating area, or communitization agreement beginning September 1996. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC29 _______________________________________________________________________ 1861. PREPAYMENT OF ROYALTIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 204 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule allows payors to prepay royalty in lieu of monthly royalty payments for their marginal properties with approval from the affected States. It will establish the criteria used by payors, States, and MMS to calculate, report, and monitor royalty prepayments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1862. INCIDENT REPORTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: There continues to be rapid growth in offshore exploration and production activities in the Gulf of Mexico. Since safety is our top priority, we must upgrade our accident investigation functions. To do this we need accurate and timely information. This rule is the only way to require operators, lessees, and permit holders in the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) to give us a written report about each OCS accident. It will also establish clearer guidelines for accident reporting thresholds and timing. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/08/03 68 FR 40585 NPRM Comment Period End 12/05/03 Final Action 12/00/04 Final Action Effective 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC57 _______________________________________________________________________ 1863. ROYALTY RELIEF TERMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 396 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule amends the circumstances that discontinue the existing royalty relief for end-of-life oil and gas leases and also introduces a categorical royalty relief program for deep gas drilling on existing shallow water tracts. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC58 _______________________________________________________________________ 1864. APPEALS OF MINERALS MANAGEMENT SERVICE ORDERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 242; 30 CFR 290; 43 CFR 4 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule streamlines the appeals process to facilitate processing appeals within the 33-month deadline required by the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and Fairness Act of 1996 (RSFA). It also implements the requirements of OMB Circular A-25, which establishes guidelines for Federal agencies to assess fees to cover the costs of Government-provided services or benefits beyond those accruing to the general public. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Platte Clark, Senior Appeals Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 4230 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2394 RIN: 1010-AC80 [[Page 73138]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1865. REPORTING AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 2107; 25 USC 396; 30 USC 1023; 30 USC 1751(a); 30 USC 189; 30 USC 190; 30 USC 359; 31 USC 3716; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1334; 43 USC 1801; 44 USC 3506(a); 5 USC 301 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 210; 30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 218 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS is amending its regulations to: (1) update reporting instructions; (2) eliminate unnecessary report forms; (3) add approved information collections previously omitted; (4) remove the extended due date for production reports submitted electronically; (5) require production reporting on leases and agreements until all production has ceased and all inventory has been disposed of; and (6) eliminate certain reporting assessments and electronic reporting options. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC90 _______________________________________________________________________ 1866. BLOWOUT PREVENTION FOR PRODUCTION TREE COILED TUBING WORKOVER OPERATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rule would upgrade blowout prevention requirements for well workover operations conducted using coiled tubing while the well- head production tree is in place. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 06/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1867. DATA RELEASE AND DEFINITIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 subpart A Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend 30 CFR part 250 by adding a new definition revising the existing definition, clarifying or expanding certain requirements, and making administrative changes. We are adding a new section pertaining to notifying MMS on production status. We are reorganizing the forms data release table and adding entries for three new forms. We are expanding the requirements pertaining to submitting digital data. The proposed rule will provide additional time for exploration and development activities through the use of suspensions of operations for qualified leases in Alaska. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1868. VALUATION OF OIL FROM INDIAN LEASES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 25 USC 2101 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would modify the regulations that establish royalty value for oil produced from Indian leases and create a new form for collecting value and differential data. These changes would decrease reliance on oil posted prices and make Indian oil royalty valuation more consistent with the terms of Indian leases. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 12/20/95 60 FR 65610 NPRM 02/12/98 63 FR 7089 NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/09/98 NPRM Comment Period End 05/13/98 Supplementary NPRM 01/05/00 65 FR 10436 Supplementary NPRM Comment Period End 03/19/00 NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/20/00 NPRM Comment Period Extended 11/00/03 Final Action 12/00/03 Final Action Effective 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AD00 _______________________________________________________________________ 1869. REDUCTION TO ROYALTY RELIEF IN SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The recently published final rule 1010-AC71 created a process for [[Page 73139]] certain leases (those that are inadequately helped by our formal relief systems) to seek special royalty relief. However overly restrictive eligibility criteria may exclude some leases that fulfill statutory purposes while redundant criteria may include other leases that do not fit statutory purposes. This rule will refine the eligibility criteria to include marginal discoveries in the shallow water part of the Gulf of Mexico that may offer meaningful conservation or infrastructure preservation benefits. The revision will also disallow a royalty relief request by a lease or project that does not promote wider program goals or is only temporarily unable to benefit from a formal royalty relief program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AD02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1870. FEDERAL OIL VALUATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 210 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would amend the existing rule governing valuation for royalty purposes of crude oil produced from Federal leases. These changes would refine several technical aspects of this rule relating to which published market prices are most appropriate to value crude oil not sold at arm's length and what transportation deductions should be allowed. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/20/03 68 FR 50087 NPRM Comment Period End 09/19/03 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 09/26/03 68 FR 55556 NPRM Comment Period End 11/10/03 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AD04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1871. FEDERAL GAS VALUATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 25 USC 2102 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would amend the existing rules governing valuation for royalty purposes of natural gas produced from Federal leases. In evaluating these rules, MMS has identified several issues that warrant further public comment. MMS is therefore proposing these amendments in an effort to improve the current rule and to correct some technical problems. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AD05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1872. [bull] LEASING OF SULPHUR OR OIL AND GAS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will rewrite the existing rules at 30 CFR part 256 to make them clearer. The rule has been reorganized and streamlined to better reflect the 5-year and lease sale processes as they have evolved since the last rewrite in the 1980's. There are few substantive changes to the rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 NPRM Comment Period End 05/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Jane A. Roberts, Paralegal Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 623, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 22070 Phone: 703 787-1275 RIN: 1010-AD06 [[Page 73140]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Minerals Management Service (MMS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1873. ACCOUNTING RELIEF FOR MARGINAL PROPERTIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 204 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule allows reporters to seek accounting, reporting, and auditing relief for their marginal properties in accordance with section 117(c) of the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 1982 as amended by the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and Fairness Act of 1996. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/21/99 64 FR 3360 NPRM Comment Period End 03/22/99 Supplementary NPRM 03/31/03 68 FR 15390 NPRM Comment Period End 05/30/03 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC30 _______________________________________________________________________ 1874. PLANS AND INFORMATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 25 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS requires companies to submit for approval their exploration and development plans for activities on the Outer Continental Shelf. The companies must submit these plans before they can begin any activities, except preliminary activities. This rule would rewrite the requirements into clearer language and organize them into discrete sections by topic, to make them easier to follow. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/17/02 67 FR 35372 Comment Period Extended 12/13/02 67 FR 46616 Final Action 02/00/04 Final Action Effective 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC47 _______________________________________________________________________ 1875. PROPRIETARY TERMS AND DATA DISCLOSURE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250; 30 CFR 251 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would modify the proprietary terms for geophysical data and information and any of their derivatives that MMS acquires under 30 CFR part 251. We propose to change the beginning of the proprietary terms from the date of submission to MMS to the date MMS issues the permit. The rule would also allow selective disclosure of geological and geophysical data and information and allow selective disclosure of data and information generated on a lease to persons with a direct interest in issues concerning field determination and royalty relief eligibility. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/17/02 67 FR 46942 NPRM Comment Period End 09/18/02 Final Action 02/00/04 Final Action Effective 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC81 _______________________________________________________________________ 1876. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FOR OFFSHORE FLOATING PRODUCTION FACILITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are proposing to amend our regulations to better address floating offshore platforms that, until now, have not been expressly covered. This will require a complete rewrite of subpart I to include floating production systems. These systems are variously described as column-stabilized units; floating production, storage, and offloading facilities; tension-leg platforms; spars; etc. We are also incorporating into our regulations a body of industry standards pertaining to floating productions systems, and this will save the public the costs of developing government standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/27/01 66 FR 66851 Comment Period Extended to 3/27/ 2002 02/12/02 67 FR 6453 Comment Period Extended 5/28/ 2002 03/28/02 67 FR 14902 Final Action 02/00/04 Final Action Effective 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC85 _______________________________________________________________________ 1877. RIGHTS-OF-USE AND EASEMENTS AND PIPELINE RIGHTS-OF-WAY Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS is proposing to modify requirements governing rights-of- use and easement and pipeline rights-of-way in the Outer Continental Shelf. These changes will increase rental rates for pipeline rights-of- way and establish [[Page 73141]] rentals for rights-of-use and easements. The proposed rule will also allow MMS to charge additional payment when the right-of-use and easement or the pipeline right-of-way prevents MMS from making the area available to other companies for exploration and possible development and production. This change is needed because of requests by lessees and pipeline right-of-way holders to use large areas outside of the area covered by their lease and pipeline right-of-way for accessory structures. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/24/03 68 FR 20091 NPRM Comment Period End 05/27/03 Final Action 12/00/03 Final Action Effective 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC91 _______________________________________________________________________ 1878. DOCUMENT INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE--API 510--PRESSURE VESSEL INSPECTION CODE: MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, RATING, REPAIR, AND ALTERATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule proposes adding a document to be incorporated by reference into MMS's regulations governing oil and gas and sulphur operations in the outer continental shelf (OCS). This revision will ensure that lessees use the best available and safest technologies while operating in the OCS. The new document, API 510, is titled Pressure Inspection Code: Maintenance Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/27/01 66 FR 66848 NPRM Comment Period End 02/25/02 Final Action 12/00/03 Final Action Effective 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1879. RELIEF OR REDUCTION IN ROYALTY RATES--DEEP GAS PROVISIONS Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 74 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 1010-AD01 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Minerals Management Service (MMS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1880. DEALING WITH SUSTAINED CASING PRESSURE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 07/10/03 68 FR 41090 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1881. DEFINITION OF CONTROL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 08/01/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC88 _______________________________________________________________________ 1882. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE--API RP 14F AND API 510 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/22/03 68 FR 43295 Final Action Effective 08/21/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1883. FIXED PLATFORMS--DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE Priority: Info./Admin./Other CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/21/03 68 FR 19352 Final Action Effective 05/21/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AD03 [[Page 73142]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1884. [bull] INCREASE IN MAXIMUM DAILY CIVIL PENALTY AMOUNT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: Pub L 101-380 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will adjust the maximum civil penalty per day per violation from $25,000 to $30,000 due to inflation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 10/29/03 68 FR 61622 Final Action Effective 11/28/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AD07 BILLING CODE 4310-05-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Prerule Stage Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) _______________________________________________________________________ 1885. [bull] ABANDONED MINE RECLAMATION FEES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 30 USC 1232(b) CFR Citation: 30 CFR 870 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 2004, Final. Abstract: The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) created an abandoned mine land reclamation program funded by a fee assessed on each ton of coal produced. The fees are placed into a fund that is used to reclaim lands and waters adversely impacted by coal mining before enactment of SMCRA. The Energy Policy Act of 1992 requires OSM to transfer interest accumulating on the fund to the United Mine Workers of America Combined Benefit Fund for use in paying health care benefits for former coal miners unassigned to a specific company. The Energy Ploicy Act extended the collection of reclamation fees through September 30, 2004, with a requirement that after that date the fee must be established at a rate adequate to continue to provide for these transfers. This rule will address that requirement, including what the transfer amount and new fees should be, what operations should pay those fees, how the fees should be assessed, and the interval at which the new rate structure should be evaluated. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Danny Lytton, Chief, Branch of Program Policy, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, MS 120 -SIB, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2788 Fax: 202-208-0239 Email: dlytton@osmre.rov RIN: 1029-AC46 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) _______________________________________________________________________ 1886. ABANDONED COAL REFUSE SITES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 785; 30 CFR 829; 30 CFR 830; 30 CFR 845; 30 CFR 870 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: OSM intends to propose new rules governing permitting and performance standards for the recovery of coal from abandoned coal refuse piles. The rules are required to implement section 2503(e) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Art Abbs, Birmingham Field Office Director, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 135 Gemini Circle, Suite 215, Homewood, AL 35209 Phone: 205 290-7282 Email: aabs@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AB70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1887. REVEGETATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 816 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the topsoil replacement and revegetation standards. The revisions will encourage species diversity on reclaimed lands, remove a possible impediment to the use of woody vegetation in revegetating mined land, and provide similar revegetation success standards in both areas of more than 26 inches of precipitation and in areas of less than 26 inches of precipitation. [[Page 73143]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jim Fulton, Chief, Denver Field Division, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 1999 Broadway, Suite 3320, Denver, CO 80202 Phone: 303 844-1400 Email: jfulton@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AC02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1888. PLACEMENT OF EXCESS SPOIL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 701; 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 781; 30 CFR 785; 30 CFR 816; 30 CFR 817 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will establish permit application requirements and review procedures for applications that propose to place excess spoil from surface coal mining operations into waters of the United States. In addition, it will modify the backfilling and grading regulations to minimize the creation of excess spoil and it will revise the regulations governing surface coal mining operations within 100 feet of a perennial or intermittent stream to more closely track the underlying statutory provisions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Dave Hartos, Physical Scientist, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, Three Parkway Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 Phone: 412 937-2902 Email: dhartos@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AC04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1889. FINANCIAL ASSURANCES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 784; 30 CFR 800 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are considering rulemaking to ensure adequate funding for the treatment of unanticipated long-term pollutant discharges including acid or toxic mine drainage, that develop as a result of surface mining operations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 05/17/02 67 FR 35070 ANPRM Comment Period End 10/15/02 67 FR 46617 NPRM 09/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Dennis Rice, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 10, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2829 Email: drice@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AC05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1890. PROCESSING STATE PROGRAM AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 732 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are proposing revisions to our regulations governing the processing of State program amendments to provide additional assurances that the amendments are processed in a timely manner. An approved State program amendment allows a State to regulate surface coal mining operations within its borders. The existing regulations require us to take over an approved State program when the State fails to amend its program in a timely manner. This can be disruptive to the mining industry, expensive for the Federal Government, and, in many instances, unwarranted by the nature of the outstanding amendment. This rule will allow OSM to take action that is more appropriate in situations where the outstanding amendment does not impair the integrity of the approved State Program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Andy DeVito, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 210 SIB, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2701 Email: adevito@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AC06 _______________________________________________________________________ 1891. OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL SETTLEMENT RULE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 701; 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 774; 30 CFR 778; 30 CFR 843; 30 CFR 847 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The National Mining Association (NMA) challenged the final ownership and control rule that we published on December 19, 2000. Under the Federal District Court's supervision, we are conducting settlement discussions with NMA on 23 issues identified for potential litigation. OSM has agreed to publish a proposed rule for public comment that addresses the issues agreed to as result of the negotiations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Earl Bandy, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 2679 Regency Road, Lexington, KY 40503 Phone: 303 233-2796 Email: ebandy@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AC08 [[Page 73144]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) _______________________________________________________________________ 1892. INDIAN LANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 700; 30 CFR 740; 30 CFR 750 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: OSM regulates mining on Indian lands and the State regulates mining on non-Indian lands. OSM proposes to amend its regulations to clarify that the definition of ``Indian lands'' at 30 CFR 700.5 includes individual Indian trust allotments located within an approved tribal land consolidation area. The proposed clarification was required under the terms of a settlement agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Navajo Nation and Hopi Tribe to settle the tribes' challenges to a May 1989 Indian lands rulemaking. OSM has developed a preliminary draft rule that specifies that allotted lands would qualify as Indian lands for purposes of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act when OSM determines, on a case-by-case basis, that the allotments are supervised by an Indian tribe. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/19/99 64 FR 8464 NPRM Comment Period End 06/21/99 64 FR 18585 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Stephen Sheffield, Chief, Division of Technical Support, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 10 SIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2883 Vermell Davis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 210 SIB, 1951 Constitution Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2802 Email: gvdavis@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AB83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1893. FINANCING ABANDONED MINE LAND RECLAMATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 874 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We published a final rule in February 1999 that would conserve abandoned mine land (AML ) funds by allowing incidental coal recovered in AML construction projects to be sold to offset the cost of reclamation. This reduced the amount of money needed from the AML fund. The rule was challenged in court. The court upheld the rule but directed us to clarify what types of expenses could be considered in determining what qualifies as a Government-financed AML project. This rule will clarify the ambiguity created by the discussion in the preamble to the 1999 final rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in EO 13132. Agency Contact: Danny Lytton, Chief, Division of Reclamation Support, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2788 Email: dlytton@osmre.gov RIN: 1029-AC07 BILLING CODE 4310-09-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Bureau of Reclamation (RB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1894. PUBLIC CONDUCT ON RECLAMATION LANDS AND PROJECTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 460l-31; 43 USC 373b; PL 107-69; 43 USC 373c; 16 USC 4601-31; . . . CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would establish regulations regarding public conduct on Reclamation lands and Reclamation projects, waters, and real property subject to the administration of Reclamation or in its custody. The rule is necessary to ensure the safety of the public, Reclamation employees, dams, facilities, and other resources in our jurisdiction. This proposed rule would replace an interim rule that we issued on April 17, 2002, and extended on April 3, 2003. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Gary L. Anderson, Policy Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, D-5500, Building 67, P.O. Box 25007, Denver, CO 80225 Phone: 303 445-2891 Fax: 720 544-4131 Email: ganderson@do.usbr.gov RIN: 1006-AA45 [[Page 73145]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Bureau of Reclamation (RB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1895. TRESPASS ON RECLAMATION LANDS AND FACILITIES Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/17/02 67 FR 19092 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Larry Todd Phone: 202 513-0615 Fax: 202 513-0308 RIN: 1006-AA44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1896. PUBLIC CONDUCT ON BUREAU OF RECLAMATION LANDS AND PROJECTS; REMOVAL OF EXPIRATION DATE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/03/03 68 FR 16214 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Gary Anderson Phone: 303 236-1061 RIN: 1006-AA46 BILLING CODE 4310-84-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1897. SALES--FEDERAL LAND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT ACT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1713 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2710 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend 43 CFR part 2710 to provide for improved administration of sales of public land under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act. It will add a provision to allow the sale of public land to State or local government entities for affordable housing. Such sales may be for less than fair market value. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Room 420, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5042 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: ted--hudson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AB77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1898. DESERT LAND ENTRIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2520 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will transfer much of the regulation on entries of desert land to the BLM Manual if the underlying statute is not repealed as no longer practical. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff--holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC56 _______________________________________________________________________ 1899. DISPOSAL OF RESERVED MINERALS UNDER THE STOCK RAISING HOMESTEAD ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 299 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3814 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 13, 1993, Final. Abstract: This rule will establish new procedures for mineral exploration and development under the General Mining Law of 1872 on lands where the surface was patented under the Stock Raising Homestead Act of 1916 and the mineral estate remains reserved to the Federal Government. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., MS 501 LS, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-0355 Email: roger--haskins@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1900. MINERAL PATENT APPLICATIONS; ADVERSE CLAIMS, PROTESTS, AND CONFLICTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 22 to 54; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3740; 43 CFR 3820; 43 CFR 3860; 43 CFR 3870 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the filing and administrative procedures for mineral patent applications. It will also revise the procedures for filing adverse claims or protests against mineral patent applications and for mineral-in-character challenges to nonmineral land entries. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined [[Page 73146]] Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Barbara Gauthier-Warinner, Mineral Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-0398 Email: barbara--gauthier-warinner@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD32 _______________________________________________________________________ 1901. GRAZING ADMINISTRATION--EXCLUSIVE OF ALASKA Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 43 USC 118(d); 43 USC 1701 et seq; 43 USC 1901 et seq; 43 USC 315 et seq; 7 USC 1012 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4100 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will remove provisions for conservation use of grazing privileges. These provisions were determined by the Federal Circuit Court to be not consistent with the statutory authority of the Secretary of the Interior. The rule will also: (1) provide a full force and effect provision for grazing decisions; (2) include standards for determining socioeconomic impacts of grazing decisions; (3) include a provision allowing permittees to claim ownership of range improvements under certain circumstances; (4) address circumstances under which a grazing permittee may lose his grazing privileges upon conviction of a crime; and (5) extend the permit term from 3 to 5 years. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 03/03/03 68 FR 9964 NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kenneth M. Visser, Rangeland Management Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 314 L Street, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7743 Fax: 202 452-7709 Email: kenneth--visser@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD42 _______________________________________________________________________ 1902. [bull] RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1800 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise procedures relating to resource management planning. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz, Group Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5198 Email: michael--schwartz@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD57 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1903. INDIAN ALLOTMENTS Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 25 USC 334; 25 USC 336; 43 USC 1201 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2530 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will convert existing regulations to plain English and remove those portions that relate to procedural matters. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/16/96 61 FR 53887 NPRM Comment Period End 09/13/99 64 FR 38172 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff--holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1904. PERMITS FOR RECREATION ON PUBLIC LANDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2930 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would add a section on prohibited acts to the regulations on campgrounds and other fee areas to facilitate law enforcement at these sites. The rule would also change the maximum term for a special recreation permit from 5 years to 10 years. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/01/02 67 FR 61746 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Lee Larson, Recreation Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5168 Email: lee--larson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD45 [[Page 73147]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1905. WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 6300 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would add provisions on use of fixed anchors for rock climbing in wilderness areas. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff Jarvis, Wilderness Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5189 Email: jeff--jarvis@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1906. OIL AND GAS LEASING OPERATIONS; BONDING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 189; 30 USC 359; 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3104; 43 CFR 3154 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule increases minimum bond amounts for individual lease bonds and Statewide bonds. It changes BLM's current policy of terminating only the period of liability of bonds. Under the new rule, we will cancel bonds after determining that all lease obligations are met. Finally, the rule clarifies the responsibilities of record title holders and operating rights owners. The final rule is based upon a portion of a proposed rule published with the RIN 1004-AC94. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/03/98 63 FR 66840 NPRM Comment Period End 07/19/99 Final Action 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401, Regulatory Management Group (WO-630), MS 401, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5049 Email: ian--senio@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD56 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Long-Term Actions Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1907. LEASES, PERMITS, AND EASEMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2920 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend the existing regulations to provide for improved administration of leases, permits and easements under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/21/90 55 FR 48810 NPRM Comment Period End 01/22/91 Second NPRM 02/09/95 60 FR 7878 Second NPRM Comment Period End 04/10/95 Final Rule for Minimum Impact Land Use Permits Only 06/24/96 61 FR 32351 Final Rule Effective for Minimum Impact Land Use Permits Only 07/24/96 Third NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff--holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AB51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1908. COALBED METHANE DEVELOPMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 13368 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3170 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995, Final. Abstract: The rule will implement section 1339 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992. It will prevent conflicts in ownership of coalbed methane from impeding development of that resource by requiring pooling of development and payment of the proceeds into an escrow account until the ownership issue is resolved by a State entity of competent jurisdiction. The rule will also allow States to avoid the Federal regulations by promulgating their own regulations that substantially comply with Federal requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/15/95 60 FR 47920 NPRM Comment Period End 11/14/95 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: David R. Stewart, Mineral Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 7450 Boston Blvd., Springfield, VA 22153 Phone: 703 440-1728 Email: dave--stewart@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC27 _______________________________________________________________________ 1909. COST RECOVERY; MINERAL FILINGS AND OPERATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 22; 30 USC 351 to 360; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1734; 50 USC app 565 [[Page 73148]] CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3200; 43 CFR 3400; 43 CFR 3500; 43 CFR 3600; 43 CFR 3700; 43 CFR 3800 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend regulations for user fees for locatable minerals, mineral materials, and leasable minerals (solids and fluids) to adjust current fees or establish new fees in accordance with title V of the Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952 (user charges), OMB Circular A-25 User Charges and section 304 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/15/00 65 FR 78440 NPRM Comment Period End 02/13/01 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Energy Effects: Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by Executive Order 13211. Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5012 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: cynthia--ellis@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1910. RIGHTS-OF-WAY, PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES; RIGHTS-OF-WAY UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2800; 43 CFR 2880 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rule will amend the regulations governing rights-of-way issued under both the Federal Land Policy and Management Act and the Mineral Leasing Act by revising cost recovery policies and procedures and adjusting cost recovery fees to reflect cost increases since the current regulations became effective in 1987. The rule will also eliminate the automatic exemptions from cost recovery for Federal agencies except when they are exempted by law. It will also establish policies on paying rent in advance and a financial penalty for paying rent late. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/15/99 64 FR 32106 NPRM Comment Period End 10/13/99 Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ron Montagna, Realty Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 260, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7782 Email: ron--montagna@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC74 _______________________________________________________________________ 1911. CAREY ACT GRANTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 641 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2610 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will update these regulations as they are inconsistent with present-day management policies. Application of these provisions of the Carey Act is rarely feasible due to limited water and suitable lands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/10/96 61 FR 47725 NPRM Comment Period End 10/10/96 Supplementary NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff--holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC80 _______________________________________________________________________ 1912. OIL AND GAS LEASING AND OPERATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 30 USC 181 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise BLM's current Federal oil and gas leasing and operations regulations, except those concerning drainage (section 3100.2-2), combined hydrocarbon leasing (part 3140) and oil and gas leasing in the National Petroleum Reserve--Alaska (part 3130). The rule will: (1) Cite industry standards and incorporate them by reference rather than repeat those standards in the rule; (2) incorporate the requirements of the Onshore Oil and Gas Orders and national notices to lessees into the regulations to eliminate overlap with current regulations; (3) use performance standards in certain places instead of prescriptive requirements to allow more flexibility for operators and to protect the environment and Federal royalty interests; and (4) eliminate redundancies, clarify procedures and regulatory requirements and streamline procedures. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/03/98 63 FR 66840 NPRM Comment Period End 07/19/99 64 FR 29256 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Local Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401, Regulatory Management Group (WO-630), MS 401, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5049 Email: ian--senio@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1913. APPEALS PROCEDURES; HEARINGS PROCEDURES Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1840; 43 CFR 1850 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 73149]] Abstract: BLM proposes to amend its regulations that govern administrative review procedures for protests of proposed decisions contested appeals of BLM decisions, and hearings on the record. The proposed regulations would provide more consistent procedures for administrative review of BLM decisions, and would clarify when and how BLM decisions go into effect and whether an appeal will stay the effectiveness of a BLM decision. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/17/96 61 FR 54120 NPRM Comment Period End 01/17/97 61 FR 58160 Second NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5012 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: cynthia--ellis@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1914. CONSERVATION; HELIUM LEASING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC 167 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 16; 43 CFR 3196 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will redesignate, amend, and extend the regulations on conservation of helium to facilitate administration and implementation of provisions in the Helium Privatization Act. The rule will move these regulations to 43 CFR subpart 3196 to consolidate helium-related regulations in one area for ease in finding and complying with them. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 12/19/00 65 FR 79325 ANPRM Comment Period End 03/26/01 NPRM 10/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Joseph B. Peterson, Chief, Division of Helium Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Amarillo Field Office, 801 S. Fillmore, Suite 500, Amarillo, TX 79101 Phone: 806 324-2614 RIN: 1004-AD35 _______________________________________________________________________ 1915. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS COMPLIANCE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1890 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will clarify the respective responsibilities of BLM and the holders of various BLM authorizations with regard to releases of hazardous materials and other violations of environmental law caused by the holder or the holder's operator on public lands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5012 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: cynthia--ellis@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD38 _______________________________________________________________________ 1916. SUPPLEMENTARY RULES FOR PUBLIC DEMONSTRATIONS AT GRAND STAIRCASE- ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 CFR 8365.1-6 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 8365 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This interim final rule would require a permit for public demonstrations at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and associated facilities, and establish procedures for obtaining such a permit. It would also provide for some locations to be designated as open for demonstrations, and others to be closed to protect sensitive resources and public health and safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 09/01/00 65 FR 53516 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 10/02/00 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Room 420, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5042 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: ted--hudson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1917. MINING CLAIMS UNDER THE GENERAL MINING LAWS; SURFACE MANAGEMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1280; 30 USC 22; 30 USC 612; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1781; 43 USC 1782 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3809 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend existing regulations by removing certain provisions of the regulations and restoring others to those in effect on January 19, 2001, intending to prevent unnecessary or undue degradation of BLM-administered lands by mining operations authorized under the mining laws. The approach BLM will take will balance the Nation's need to maintain reliable sources of strategic and industrial minerals, while ensuring protection of the environment and natural resources on public lands. The rule will make the hardrock mining regulations consistent with the recommendations of the National Research Council and protect the Federal Government from financial risk if operators are unable to perform reclamation. [[Page 73150]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/30/01 66 FR 54863 NPRM Comment Period End 02/15/02 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 04/12/02 67 FR 17962 NPRM Comment Period End 05/13/02 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz, Group Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5198 Email: michael--schwartz@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD53 _______________________________________________________________________ 1918. WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1133; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1782 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 6300 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will add provisions on use of timber on mining claims and clarify procedures on issuing patents for mining claims. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff Jarvis, Wilderness Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5189 Email: jeff--jarvis@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD54 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1919. LOCATION RECORDING AND MAINTENANCE OF MINING CLAIMS AND SITES Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3710; 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3810; 43 CFR 3820; 43 CFR 3830; 43 CFR 3840; 43 CFR 3850 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 10/24/03 68 FR 61045 Final Action Effective 11/24/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Roger Haskins Phone: 202 452-0355 Email: roger--haskins@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1920. SURFACE MANAGEMENT; SEGREGATED OR WITHDRAWN LANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3809 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn--No further action will be taken at this time. 08/01/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz Phone: 202 452-5198 Email: michael--schwartz@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD51 BILLING CODE 4310-10-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Office of the Secretary (OS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1921. WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 43 CFR 39 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn--No further action 08/10/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: John Haubert Phone: 202 208-4290 Email: john--haubert@nps.gov RIN: 1093-AA08 [FR Doc. 03-27998 Filed 12-19-03; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-10-S