[April 30, 2007 (Volume 72, Number 82)] [Unified Agenda] From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [frwais.access.gpo.gov] [DOCID: f:ua070415.wais] [Page 22884-22973] Department of Transportation ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Part XV ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Semiannual Regulatory Agenda [[Page 22884]] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) _______________________________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Office of the Secretary 14 CFR Chs. I-III 23 CFR Chs. I-III 33 CFR Chs. I and IV 46 CFR Chs. I-III 48 CFR Ch. 12 49 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I-VI and Chs. X-XII OST Docket 99-5129 Department Regulatory Agenda; Semiannual Summary AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, DOT. ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. _______________________________________________________________________ SUMMARY: The regulatory agenda is a semiannual summary of all current and projected rulemakings, reviews of existing regulations, and completed actions of the Department. The agenda provides the public with information about the Department of Transportation's regulatory activity. It is expected that this information will enable the public to be more aware of and allow it to more effectively participate in the Department's regulatory activity. The public is also invited to submit comments on any aspect of this agenda. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: General You should direct all comments and inquiries on the agenda in general to Neil R. Eisner, Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-4723. Specific You should direct all comments and inquiries on particular items in the agenda to the individual listed for the regulation or the general rulemaking contact person for the operating administration in Appendix B. Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call (202) 755- 7687. Table of Contents Supplementary Information: Background Significant/Priority Rulemakings Explanation of Information on the Agenda Request for Comments Purpose Appendix A--Instructions for Obtaining Copies of Regulatory Documents Appendix B--General Rulemaking Contact Persons Appendix C--Public Rulemaking Dockets Appendix D--Review Plans for Section 610 and Other Requirements Agenda SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background Improvement of our regulations is a prime goal of the Department of Transportation (Department or DOT). There should be no more regulations than necessary, and those that are issued should be simpler, more comprehensible, and less burdensome. Regulations should not be issued without appropriate involvement of the public; once issued, they should be periodically reviewed and revised, as needed, to assure that they continue to meet the needs for which they originally were designed. To help the Department achieve these goals and in accordance with Executive Order 12866 ``Regulatory Planning and Review'' (58 FR 51735; October 4, 1993) and the Department's Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; February 26, 1979), the Department prepares a semiannual regulatory agenda. It summarizes all current and projected rulemaking, reviews of existing regulations, and completed actions of the Department. These are matters on which action has begun or is projected during the succeeding 12 months or such longer period as may be anticipated or for which action has been completed since the last agenda. The agendas are based on reports submitted by the offices initiating the rulemaking and are reviewed by the Department Regulations Council. The Department's last agenda was published in the Federal Register on December 11, 2006 (71 FR 73584). The next one is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register in October 2007. Significant/Priority Rulemakings The agenda covers all rules and regulations of the Department. We have classified rules as a DOT agency priority in the agenda if they are, essentially, very costly, controversial, or of substantial public interest under our Regulatory Policies and Procedures. All DOT agency priority rulemaking documents are subject to review by the Secretary of Transportation. If the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) decides a rule is subject to its review under Executive Order 12866, we have classified it as significant in the agenda. Explanation of Information on the Agenda The format for this agenda is required by a spring 2007 memorandum from the Office of Management and Budget. First, the agenda is divided by initiating offices. Then, the agenda is divided into five categories: (1) Prerule stage, (2) proposed rule stage, (3) final rule stage, (4) long-term actions, and (5) completed actions. For each entry, the agenda provides the following information: (1) Its ``significance''; (2) a short descriptive title; (3) its legal basis; (4) the related regulatory citation in the Code of Federal Regulations; (5) any legal deadline and, if so, for what action (e.g., NPRM, final rule); (6) an abstract; (7) a timetable, including the earliest expected date for a decision on whether to take the action; (8) whether the rulemaking will affect small entities and/or levels of government and, if so, which categories; (9) whether a Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) analysis is required (for rules that would have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities); (10) a listing of any analyses an office will prepare or has prepared for the action (With minor exceptions, DOT requires an economic analysis for all its rulemakings.); (11) an agency contact office or official who can provide further information; (12) a Regulation Identifier Number (RIN) assigned to identify an individual rulemaking in the agenda and facilitate tracing further action on the issue; (13) whether the action is subject to the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act; (14) whether the action is subject to the Energy Act; and (15) whether the action is major under the congressional review provisions of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act. If there is information that does not fit in the other categories, it will be included under a separate heading entitled ``Additional Information.'' For nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as a part of an [[Page 22885]] established body of technical requirements (such as the Federal Aviation Administration's Airspace Rules), to keep those requirements operationally current, we only include the general category of the regulations, the identity of a contact office or official, and an indication of the expected number of regulations; we do not list individual regulations. In the ``Timetable'' column, we use abbreviations to indicate the particular documents being considered. ANPRM stands for Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, SNPRM for Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, and NPRM for Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. Listing a future date in this column does not mean we have made a decision to issue a document; it is the earliest date on which we expect to make a decision on whether to issue it. In addition, these dates are based on current schedules. Information received subsequent to the issuance of this agenda could result in a decision not to take regulatory action or in changes to proposed publication dates. For example, the need for further evaluation could result in a later publication date; evidence of a greater need for the regulation could result in an earlier publication date. Finally, a dot () preceding an entry indicates that the entry appears in the agenda for the first time. Request for Comments General Our agenda is intended primarily for the use of the public. Since its inception, we have made modifications and refinements that we believe provide the public with more helpful information, as well as make the agenda easier to use. We would like you, the public, to make suggestions or comments on how the agenda could be further improved. Reviews We also seek your suggestions on which of our existing regulations you believe need to be reviewed to determine whether they should be revised or revoked. We particularly draw your attention to the Department's review plan in Appendix D. We are continuing a significant review for 2007 of where revisions, improvements, or sunsets are appropriate on DOT rules and invite public comments as to this topic. Regulatory Flexibility Act The Department is especially interested in obtaining information on requirements that have a ``significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities'' and, therefore, must be reviewed under the Regulatory Flexibility Act. If you have any suggested regulations, please submit them to us, along with your explanation of why they should be reviewed. In accordance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act, comments are specifically invited on regulations that we have targeted for review under section 610 of the Act. The phrase (Section 610 Review) appears at the end of the title for these reviews. Please see Appendix D for the Department's section 610 review plans. Federalism Executive Order 13132 requires us to develop an accountable process to ensure ``meaningful and timely input by State and local officials in the development of regulatory policies that have federalism implications.'' ``Policies that have federalism implications'' are defined in the Executive order to include regulations that have substantial direct effects on the States, on the relationship between the National Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. Therefore, we encourage State and local governments to provide us with information about how the Department's rulemakings impact them. Purpose The Department is publishing this regulatory agenda in the Federal Register to share with interested members of the public the Department's preliminary expectations regarding its future regulatory actions. This should enable the public to be more aware of the Department's regulatory activity and should result in more effective public participation. This publication in the Federal Register does not impose any binding obligation on the Department or any of the offices within the Department with regard to any specific item on the agenda. Regulatory action, in addition to the items listed, is not precluded. Dated: March 16, 2007. Mary E. Peters, Secretary of Transportation. Appendix A--Instructions for Obtaining Copies of Regulatory Documents To obtain a copy of a specific regulatory document in the agenda, you should communicate directly with the contact person listed with the regulation at the address below. We note that most if not all such documents, including the semiannual agenda, are available through our Internet-accessible docket at http://dms.dot.gov. See Appendix C for more information. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) (Name of contact person), Federal Highway Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) (Name of contact person), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590. Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Michelle Silva, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., MS-10, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 493-6030. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) (Name of contact person), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590. Federal Transit Administration (FTA) (Name of contact person), Federal Transit Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590. Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) (Name of contact person), Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, 400 7th Street SW., Room 5424, Washington, DC 20590. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) (Name of contact person), Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590. Maritime Administration (MARAD) Daron T. Threet, Secretary, Maritime Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Room 7210, Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-5746. [[Page 22886]] The Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) (Name of contact person), The Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA),400 7th Street SW., Room 3103, Washington, DC 20590. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) To obtain a copy of a specific Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulatory document in the agenda, you should communicate directly with the contact person listed with the regulation at the address or telephone number listed; access the FAA's Regulations and Policies web page at http://www.faa.gov/regulations--policies/; call (202) 267-9680; or write to us at Federal Aviation Administration, Office of Rulemaking, ARM-1, 800Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC20591. Office of the Secretary (OST) To obtain a copy of a specific regulatory document or to receive future copies of the Department's regulatory agenda write to: Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, C-50, Office of the General Counsel, Department of Transportation, Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-4723. Appendix B--General Rulemaking Contact Persons The following is a list of persons who can be contacted within the Department for general information concerning the rulemaking process within the various operating administrations. FAA -- Rebecca MacPherson, Office of Chief Counsel, Regulations and Enforcement Division, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Room 915A, Washington, DC 20591; telephone (202) 267-3073. FHWA -- Julie Downey, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street SW., Room 4223, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-0761. FMCSA -- Theresa M. Rowlett, Regulatory Ombudsman, Room 8202, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-0596. NHTSA -- Steve Wood, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street SW., Room 5219, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-2992. FRA -- Jason Schlosberg, Office of Chief Counsel, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., MS-10, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 493-6032. FTA -- Richard Wong, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street SW., Room 9316, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-4063. SLSDC -- Craig Middlebrook, General Counsel's Office, 400 7th Street SW., Room 5424, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-0091. PHMSA -- Patricia Burke, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street SW., Room 8405, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-4400. MARAD -- Christine Gurland, Office of Chief Counsel, Maritime Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Room 7221, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-5181. RITA -- Robert Monniere, Office of Chief Counsel, Room 3105, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-5498. OST -- Neil Eisner, Office of Regulation and Enforcement, 400 7th Street SW., Room 10424, Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 366-4723. Appendix C--Public Rulemaking Dockets The public may review or submit comments to the dockets for all of DOT via the Internet at the following address: http:// dms.dot.gov. Examples of documents that may be in the dockets are proposed rules, public comments received, supporting analyses, studies, and reports. The above referenced Internet address allows the public to also sign up for the DOT List Serve to receive notification when certain documents are placed in the dockets. The public also may review regulatory dockets at, or deliver comments on proposed rulemakings to, the Dockets Office at 400 7th Street SW., Room PL 401, Washington, DC 20590, 1-800-647-5527. Working Hours: 9-5. Appendix D--Review Plans for Section 610 and Other Requirements Part I-- The Plan General The Department of Transportation has long recognized the importance of regularly reviewing its existing regulations to determine whether they need to be revised or revoked. Our 1979 Regulatory Policies and Procedures require such reviews. We also have responsibilities under Executive Order 12866 ``Regulatory Planning and Review'' and section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act to conduct such reviews. This will include the use of plain language techniques in new rules and considering rewriting existing rules when we have the opportunity and resources permit. The Department is currently conducting a number of reviews of existing rules and is engaged in rulemaking actions resulting from these reviews. Section 610 Review Plan Section 610 requires that we conduct reviews of rules that (1) have been published within the last 10 years and (2) have a ``significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities'' (SEIOSNOSE). It also requires that we publish in the Federal Register each year a list of any such rules that we will review during the next year. The Office of the Secretary and each of the Department's Operating Administrations have a 10-year review plan. These reviews are in accordance with section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. Other Review Plan(s) All elements of the Department, except for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), have also elected to use this 10-year plan process to comply with the review requirements of the Department's Regulatory Policies and Procedures and Executive Order 12866. FAA is using a different approach, which is described in part II to this appendix. Changes to the Review Plan Some reviews may be conducted earlier than scheduled. For example, to the extent resources permit, the plain language reviews will be conducted more quickly. Other events, such as accidents, may result in the need to conduct earlier reviews of some rules. Other factors may also result in the need to make changes; for example, we may make changes in response to public comment on this plan or in response to a Presidentially mandated review. If there is any change to the review plan, we will note the change in the following unified agenda. For any section 610 review, we will provide the required notice prior to the review. Part II-- The Review Process The Analysis Generally, the agencies have divided their rules into 10 different groups and plan to analyze one group each year. For purposes of these reviews, a year will coincide with the fall-to- fall schedule for publication of the agenda. Thus, Year 1 (1998) began in the fall of 1998 and ends in the fall of 1999; Year 2 (1999) begins in the fall of 1999 and [[Page 22887]] ends in the fall of 2000; and so on. We request public comment on the timing of the reviews. For example, is there a reason for scheduling an analysis and review for a particular rule earlier than we have? Any comments concerning the plan or particular analyses can be submitted to the regulatory contacts listed in Appendix B, General Rulemaking Contact Persons. Section 610 Review The Agency will analyze each of the rules in a given year's group to determine whether any rule has a SEIOSNOSE and, thus, requires review in accordance with section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The level of analysis will, of course, depend on the nature of the rule and its applicability. Publication of agencies' section 610 analyses listed each fall in this agenda provides the public with notice and an opportunity to comment consistent with the requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We request that public comments be submitted to us early in the analysis year concerning the small entity impact of the rules to help us in making our determinations. In each fall agenda, the Agency will publish the results of the analyses it has completed during the previous year. For rules that had a negative finding on SEIOSNOSE, we will give a short explanation (e.g., ``these rules only establish petition processes that have no cost impact'' or ``these rules do not apply to any small entities''). For parts, subparts, or other discrete sections of rules that do have a SEIOSNOSE, we will announce that we will be conducting a formal section 610 review during the following 12 months. At this stage, we will add an entry to the agenda in the prerulemaking section describing the review in more detail. We also will seek public comment on how best to lessen the impact of these rules and provide a name or docket to which public comments can be submitted. In some cases, the section 610 review may be part of another unrelated review of the rule. In such a case, we plan to clearly indicate which parts of the review are being conducted under section 610. Other Reviews The Agency will also examine the specified rules to determine whether any other reasons exist for revising or revoking the rule or for rewriting the rule in plain language. In each fall agenda, the Agency will also publish information on the results of the examinations completed during the previous year. FAA The FAA, in addition to reviewing its rules in accordance with the schedule below, has established a process by which the public is asked for its comments on which rules need review the most. Any information that the FAA receives in connection with its annual section 610 analyses would, of course, also be reviewed in the spirit of E.O. 12866. In addition, in response to a recommendation of the White House Commission on Aviation Safety and Security, the FAA has completed a review of all its existing regulations to identify those in need of rewriting as performance-based or plain language regulations. The Agency also reviewed ongoing regulatory projects and proposals to identify additional candidates for revision. In all, the Agency reviewed 68 parts of the CFR, containing 3,884 sections, appendices, and Special Federal Aviation Regulations. In addition to using plain language in its current and future regulations, the FAA intends to revise those regulations identified in its study when it has the opportunity and resources to do so. FMCSA FMCSA is conducting a 5-year analysis and review of its regulations to eliminate duplication and unnecessary requirements, and to clarify rules to help small businesses comply. The Agency's 5-year review plan coincides with the Department's 10-year schedule for meeting section 610 requirements. FTA FTA will undertake an analysis and review of its regulations to eliminate duplication and unnecessary requirements, to update and clarify its rules, and to bring them into conformity with the new statute, SAFETEA-LU. Part III-- List of Pending Section 610 Reviews The agenda identifies the pending DOT Section 610 Reviews by inserting (Section 610 Review) after the title for the specific entry. Also, a Governmentwide list of section 610 reviews can be located in an index at the end of the Agenda. For further information on the pending reviews, see the agenda entries. OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 14 CFR parts 200 through 212............................................ 1998 1999 2 14 CFR parts 213 through 232............................................ 1999 2000 3 14 CFR parts 234 through 254............................................ 2000 2001 4 14 CFR parts 255 through 298 and 49 CFR part 40......................... 2001 2002 5 14 CFR parts 300 through 373............................................ 2002 2003 6 14 CFR parts 374 through 398............................................ 2003 2004 7 14 CFR part 399 and 49 CFR parts 1 through 11........................... 2004 2005 8 49 CFR parts 17 through 28.............................................. 2005 2006 9 49 CFR parts 29 through 39 and parts 41 through 89...................... 2006 2007 10 49 CFR parts 91 through 99, 48 CFR parts 1201 through 1253, and new 2007 2008 parts and subparts..................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 6 (fall 2003) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 14 CFR part 382 -- Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The Department conducted a thorough review of the part 382 program and determined that it was appropriate to make changes in the regulation. Some of the necessary changes (e.g., application to foreign [[Page 22888]] air carriers) were also required by statute. Following this review, the Department issued a proposed revision to part 382 in November 2004 [RIN 2105-AC97]. A final rule is pending. The Department determined that the proposed revision did not have a SEIOSNOSE since most foreign carriers flying to the U.S. were not small entities. We also note that the changes to the portions of the rule affecting small U.S. carriers did not have significant economic effects. Plain Language: The proposed revision to part 382 was drafted using plain language techniques, such as the question and answer format, minimizing sentence length, and breaking up provisions into shorter sections and paragraphs. The proposal represents a substantial clarification of the format and language of the rule. General: The Department is currently working on a final rule based on the proposed revision to the rule. 14 CFR part 383 -- Civil penalties Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The rule merely implements statutory requirements and imposes the minimal burden necessary. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. If we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: No changes are needed at this time. The rule merely implements statutory requirements and imposes the minimal burden necessary. The rule was recently updated in July 2004. 14 CFR part 385 -- Staff assignments and review of action under assignment Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The rule is cost-effective and imposes the minimal burden necessary. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. When we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: Some technical corrections are needed to reflect organizational changes and make other minor corrections and updates. We will begin rulemaking as soon as resources allow. In general, the rule is cost-effective and imposes the minimal burden necessary. Year 7 (fall 2004) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 4 CFR part 399 -- Statements of general policy Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. In general, the part provides guidance to the industry and imposes minimal burden. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. When we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: After a review, OST issued a NPRM in December 2005 [RIN 2105-AD56] concerning price advertising and is considering what, if any, further action to take. Some technical corrections are needed to other statements to reflect organizational changes and make various updates. We will begin rulemaking as soon as resources allow. In general, the part provides guidance to the industry and imposes minimal burden. 49 CFR part 1 -- Organization and Delegation of Powers and Duties Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule is wholly internal to DOT in its application, describing which DOT officials have been delegated authority to implement various authorities and programs. Plain Language: This rule simply lists the authorities and subject matter areas under the jurisdiction of various DOT officials. As such, the plain language impacts of the rule text are minimal. General: This rule is subject to frequent additions (i.e., when new authorities in legislation are delegated to a DOT official) and deletions (i.e., when an authority or program expires). In addition, it changes when organizational delegations change (e.g., delegations to RSPA become delegations to PHMSA and RITA). These changes ensure that the rule is kept up-to-date. 49 CFR part 3 -- Official Seal Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This brief part describes and pictures the Official Seal of DOT. It has no effects on anyone outside DOT. Plain Language: A picture being worth a thousand, even plain, words, the illustration of the DOT seal that is the focus of this part is not in need of any work in the plain language area. General: There is no revision of this rule needed in the foreseeable future. 49 CFR part 5 -- Rulemaking Procedures Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This is an internal procedural rule describing the process DOT uses for rulemaking. The process is easy to access for large or small entities requesting DOT regulatory actions (e.g., through petitions for rulemaking or exemption). Under the rule, anyone seeking to have the Department initiate some kind of regulation need only write an explanatory letter to the Department. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: This rule contains the basic ways in which DOT initiates and conducts rulemaking. Other, more detailed, requirements concerning rulemaking are contained in a variety of statutes, and Executive orders, and OMB and DOT directives and guidance. Consequently, there is little need for revision of part 5. 49 CFR part 6 -- Implementation of Equal Access to Justice Act in Agency proceedings Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The rule simply implements a statute and imposes the minimal burden necessary. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. When we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: Some technical changes are needed to reflect organizational changes within the Department and will be made as resources allow. The rule simply implements a statute and imposes the minimal burden necessary. 49 CFR part 7 -- Public availability of information Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. In general, the rule is cost- effective and imposes the minimal burden necessary. [[Page 22889]] Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. If we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: Some technical corrections are needed to reflect organizational changes and make other minor corrections and updates. We will begin rulemaking as soon as resources allow. In general, the rule is cost-effective and imposes the minimal burden necessary. 49 CFR part 8 -- Classified information: Classification/ declassification/access Section 610: OST has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and found no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. If we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: Some technical corrections are needed to reflect organizational changes and make other minor corrections and updates. We will begin rulemaking as soon as resources allow. In general, the rule is cost-effective and imposes the minimal burden necessary. 49 CFR part 9 -- Testimony of employees of the Department and production of records in legal proceedings Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule primarily governs the activities of DOT employees with respect to litigation in which the Federal Government is not a party. It is intended to prevent DOT employees and offices from being burdened by requests by private litigants for participation in such litigation. The rule provides a procedure by which an attorney, representing any entity, regardless of size, can request an exemption from the rule's prohibition of DOT employee participation or production of records. Plain Language: The rule is drafted primarily with an audience of lawyers in mind, and therefore is expressed in fairly legalistic language. DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: The Department is currently considering whether changes to the scope and applicability of the provisions of this part are warranted. 49 CFR part 10 -- Maintenance of and access to records pertaining to individuals Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. In general, the rule implements various statutory requirements and imposes the minimal burden necessary. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. If we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: Some technical corrections are needed to reflect organizational changes and make other minor corrections and updates. We will begin rulemaking as soon as resources allow. In general, the rule implements various statutory requirements and imposes the minimal burden necessary. In addition, we are continually reviewing the requirements in this rule pursuant to OMB guidance regarding personally identifiable information. 49 CFR part 11 -- Protection of Human Subjects Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule governs actions by research institutions, such as universities, who conduct research involving human subjects that DOT funds support. It applies to research by Federal agencies (e.g., the Volpe Center) as well. The research agencies involved are most often not small entities. The rule is DOT's incarnation of Governmentwide policies and rules originally developed by the Department of Health and Human Services. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: There is no current need to revise this rule. Any future revision would have to be Governmentwide. Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 49 CFR part 17 -- Intergovernmental Review of Department of Transportation Programs and Activities. Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule, which implements a 1982 Executive order, is based on an OMB model rule. It establishes procedures to ensure that DOT agency actions are appropriately coordinated with state and local governments. It imposes no burdens on State and local governments of whatever size, and the coordination of various policies or projects could help to reduce burdens on small units of government. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: There is no current need to revise this rule. Any future revision would have to be Governmentwide. 49 CFR part 18 -- Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule implements Governmentwide requirements of OMB circulars concerning grant programs. It is primarily a procedural rule designed to ensure the proper stewardship of Federal grant funds. Its provisions involve some administrative costs to State and local grantees, but these costs are unlikely to be significant, especially compared with the grant funds that are provided through the rule's procedures. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: There is no current need to revise this rule. Any future revision would have to be Governmentwide. 49 CFR part 19 -- Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Non-Profit Organizations Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule implements Governmentwide requirements of OMB circulars concerning grant programs. It is primarily a procedural rule designed to ensure the proper stewardship of Federal grant funds. Its provisions involve some administrative costs to non-profit grantees, but these costs are unlikely to be significant, especially compared with the grant funds that are provided through the rule's procedures. Plain Language: DOT is incorporating plain language techniques in its current revision of this rule. General: Based on a review, this rule is currently in the process of being revised for greater consistency with part 18. 49 CFR part 20 -- New restrictions on lobbying [[Page 22890]] Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The rule implements a statute and imposes the minimal burden necessary. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. If we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: No changes are needed at this time. The rule implements statute and imposes the minimal burden necessary. 49 CFR part 21 -- Nondiscrimination in the Federally Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation--Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This is a regulation forbidding discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in DOT- assisted programs. It largely consists of compliance procedures, as well as provision of assurances of nondiscrimination by recipients. It has negligible economic effects on regulated parties. It is based on a model rule, originally developed by the Department of Justice, which is used throughout the Government. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: There is no current need to revise this rule. Any future revision would have to be Governmentwide. 49 CFR part 23 -- Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprise in Airport Concessions Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The Department conducted a thorough review of the part 23 program and determined that it was appropriate to make changes in the regulation. Some of the necessary changes were also required by statute. Following this review, the Department issued a revised part 23 in March 2005 [RIN 2105-AD51]. While this rule affects many small businesses, who are intended to be its main beneficiaries, the Department determined that the rule does not have a significant economic impact on anyone. Plain Language: The revised part 23 was drafted using plain language techniques, such as the question and answer format, minimizing sentence length, and breaking up provisions into shorter sections and paragraphs. General: The Department is working on a final rule based on a March 2005 SNPRM concerning small business size standards, which will be of interest to small businesses seeking to participate in the DBE program. In addition, the rule has a ``sunset'' provision that will result in a thorough review in 2009. 49 CFR part 24 -- Uniform relocation assistance and real property acquisition for Federal and federally assisted programs Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The rule is cost-effective and imposes the minimal burden necessary. Plain Language: OST's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. If we propose to amend this part in the future, we will ensure it is written in plain language. General: No changes are needed at this time. The rule is cost- effective and imposes the minimal burden necessary. The rule was recently revised on January 4, 2005. 49 CFR part 25 -- Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance. Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This regulation implements title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This is the DOT incarnation of a Governmentwide model rule. Because DOT provides little, if any, financial assistance to educational institutions that are not already covered by the title IX rules of other agencies (e.g., the Department of Education), the incremental effects of part 25 on educational institutions, including those that are small entities, are negligible. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: There is no current need to revise this rule. Any future revision would have to be Governmentwide. 49 CFR part 26 -- Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) in Department of Transportation Financial Assistance Programs Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The DBE program is aimed at improving contracting opportunities for small businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Virtually all the businesses it affects are small entities. There is no doubt that a DBE rule always affects a substantial number of small entities. However, while improving program administration, facilitating DBE participation, and responding to legal developments, the rule is essentially cost-neutral with respect to small entities in general. Part 26 is required by statute, and it does not impose new burdens or costs on small entities. It does not affect the total funds or business opportunities available to small businesses that seek to work in DOT financial assistance programs. Plain Language: The rule was drafted in accordance with plain language principles and techniques. General: While there may be minor amendments from time to time, no overall revision of the rule is needed at this time. 49 CFR parts 27 -- Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Most substantive requirements for accessibility of facilities are contained in the Department's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) rules. This rule, under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, is now mainly focused on providing compliance procedures concerning ADA requirements applicable to DOT financial assistance recipients. Part 27 itself consequently has minimal economic effects on recipients. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: There is no current need to revise this rule. 49 CFR part 28 -- Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs or Activities Conducted by the Department of Transportation Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule governs only actions by the DOT itself with respect to its own programs, activities, and facilities. There are no regulated parties outside the DOT. Plain Language: DOT will incorporate plain language techniques in any future revision of this rule. General: This rule is based on a Governmentwide model rule developed by the Department of Justice; any future changes would probably need to be Governmentwide as well. [[Page 22891]] Year 9 (fall 2006) List of rule(s) that will be analyzed during the next year 49 CFR part 91 -- International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices 49 CFR part 92 -- Recovering Debts to the United States by Salary Offset 49 CFR part 93 -- Aircraft Allocation 49 CFR part 95 -- Advisory Committees 49 CFR part 98 -- Enforcement of Restrictions on Post-Employment Activities 49 CFR part 99 -- Employee Responsibilities and Conduct FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION SECTION 610 REVIEW PLAN ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 14 CFR parts 1 through 21............................................... 1998 1999 2 14 CFR parts 23 through 34.............................................. 1999 2000 3 14 CFR parts 35 through 49.............................................. 2000 2001 4 * 14 CFR parts 61 through 77.............................................. 2001 2002 5 14 CFR parts 91 through 105............................................. 2002 2003 6 14 CFR parts 107 through 133............................................ 2003 2004 7 14 CFR parts 135 through 147............................................ 2004 2005 8 14 CFR parts 150 through 169............................................ 2005 2006 9 14 CFR parts 170 through 198............................................ 2006 2007 10 14 CFR parts 400 through 415............................................ 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * FAA will also review all other rules dealing with alcohol and drugs Year 5 (fall 2002) List of rules continuing to be analyzed 14 CFR part 91 -- General Operating and Flight Rules Year 5 (fall 2002) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 14 CFR part 93 -- Special Air Traffic Rules Section 610: The Agency has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and found no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: In conducting the section 610, we did not review for plain language. However, when we propose to amend these parts, we will ensure the regulation(s) are written in plain language. General: No changes are necessary since the benefits of the rule justify its costs and the regulations impose the least burden. 14 CFR part 95 -- IFR Altitudes Section 610: The Agency has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and found no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: In conducting the section 610, we did not review for plain language. However, when we propose to amend these parts, we will ensure the regulation(s) are written in plain language. General: No changes are necessary since the benefits of the rule justify its costs and the regulations impose the least burden. 14 CFR part 97 -- Standard Instrument Approach Procedures Section 610: The Agency has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and found no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: In conducting the section 610, we did not review for plain language. However, when we propose to amend these parts, we will ensure the regulation(s) are written in plain language. General: No changes are necessary since the benefits of the rule justify its costs and the regulations impose the least burden. 14 CFR part 99 -- Security Control of Air Traffic Section 610: The Agency has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and found no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: In conducting the section 610, we did not review for plain language. However, when we propose to amend these parts, we will ensure the regulation(s) are written in plain language. General: No changes are necessary since the benefits of the rule justify its costs and the regulations impose the least burden. 14 CFR part 101 -- Moored Balloons, Kites, Unmanned Rockets, and Unmanned Free Balloons Section 610: The Agency has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and finds no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: In conducting the section 610, we did not review for plain language. However, when we propose to amend these parts, we will ensure the regulation(s) are written in plain language. General: No changes are necessary since the benefits of the rule justify its costs and the regulations impose the least burden. 14 CFR part 103 -- Ultralight Vehicles Section 610: The Agency has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and found no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: In conducting the section 610, we did not review for plain language. However when we propose to amend these parts, we will ensure the regulation(s) are written in plain language. General: No changes are necessary since the benefits of the rule justify its costs and the regulations impose the least burden. [[Page 22892]] 14 CFR part 105 -- Parachute Operations Section 610: The Agency has conducted section 610 reviews for this part and found no SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: In conducting the section 610, we did not review for plain language. However when we propose to amend these parts, we will ensure the regulation(s) are written in plain language. General: No changes are necessary since the benefits of the rule justify its costs and the regulations impose the least burden. Year 6 (fall 2003) List of rules scheduled to be analyzed during the next year 14 CFR parts 107 and 109 have been transferred to the Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration 49 CFR part 119 -- Certification: Air Carriers and Commercial Operators 49 CFR part 121 -- Operating Requirements: Domestic, Flag, and Supplemental Operations 49 CFR part 125 -- Certification and Operations: Airplanes Having a Seating Capacity of 20 or More Passengers or a Maximum Payload Capacity of 6,000 Pounds or More; and Rules Governing Persons on Board Such Aircraft 49 CFR part 129 -- Operations: Foreign Air Carriers and Foreign Operators of U.S.-Registered Aircraft Engaged in Common Carriage 49 CFR part 133 -- Rotorcraft External-Load Operations Year 7 (fall 2004) List of rules that will be analyzed beginning fall 2008 14 CFR part 135 -- Operating Requirements: Commuter and on-demand operations and rules governing persons on board such aircraft 14 CFR part 137 -- Agricultural aircraft operations 14 CFR part 139 -- Certification of Airports 14 CFR part 141 -- Pilot schools 14 CFR part 142 -- Training centers 14 CFR part 145 -- Repair stations 14 CFR part 147 -- Aviation maintenance technician schools Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules that will be analyzed beginning fall 2009 14 CFR part 150 -- Airport noise compatibility planning 14 CFR part 151 -- Federal aid to airports 14 CFR part 152 -- Airport aid program 14 CFR part 155 -- Release of airport property from surplus property disposal restrictions 14 CFR part 156 -- State block grant pilot program 14 CFR part 157 -- Notice of construction, alteration, activation, and deactivation of airports 14 CFR part 158 -- Passenger facility charges (PFCs) 14 CFR part 161 -- Notice and approval of airport noise and access restrictions 14 CFR part 169 -- Expenditure of Federal funds for nonmilitary airports or air navigation facilities thereon The Agency will perform analysis of parts scheduled for review years 9 and 10 beginning fall 2010. While we have made significant progress, we were unable to perform the required analyses within the 10-year plan due to the need to perform other high priority safety regulatory actions designed to further reduce the air carrier and general aviation accident rate. However, we recognize the importance of reviewing the impact of existing rules on small entities and have developed this plan to ensure that the reviews occur. FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 None.................................................................... 1998 1999 2 None.................................................................... 1999 2000 3 23 CFR parts 450, 657, and 771.......................................... 2000 2001 4 23 CFR parts 1 through 260.............................................. 2001 2002 5 23 CFR parts 420, 460 through 480....................................... 2002 2003 6 23 CFR part 500......................................................... 2003 2004 7 23 CFR parts 600 through 656, 658 through 669........................... 2004 2005 8 23 CFR parts 710 through 924............................................ 2005 2006 9 23 CFR parts 1200 through 1252.......................................... 2006 2007 10 New parts and subparts.................................................. 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Federal-Aid Highway Program The FHWA has adopted regulations in title 23 of the CFR, chapter I, related to the Federal-Aid Highway Program. These regulations implement and carry out the provisions of Federal law relating to the administration of Federal aid for highways. The primary law authorizing Federal aid for highways is chapter I of title 23 of the U.S.C. Section 145 of title 23 expressly provides for a federally assisted State program. For this reason, the regulations adopted by the FHWA in title 23 of the CFR primarily relate to the requirements that States must meet to receive Federal [[Page 22893]] funds for the construction and other work related to highways. Because the regulations in title 23 primarily relate to States, which are not defined as small entities under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, the FHWA believes that its regulations in title 23 do not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. The FHWA solicits public comment on this preliminary conclusion. Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules analyzed and summary of the results 23 CFR part 710--Right-of-Way and real estate Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. 23 CFR part 750 -- Highway beautification Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. 23 CFR part 751 -- Junkyard control and acquisition Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. 23 CFR part 752 -- Landscape and roadside development Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. 23 CFR part 771 -- Environmental impact and related procedures Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: We are currently working with the Federal Transit Administration to update this rule, mainly to comply with statutory changes. 23 CFR part 772 -- Procedures for abatement of highway traffic noise and construction noise Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: We recently updated this regulation to require the use of the FHWA Traffic Noise Model (FHWA TNM) or any other model determined by the FHWA to be consistent with the methodology of the FHWA TNM. Additionally, we added specific reference to acceptable highway traffic noise prediction methodology and removed references to a noise measurement report and vehicle noise emission levels that no longer need to be included in the regulation. 23 CFR part 777 -- Mitigation of environmental impacts to privately owned wetlands Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. 23 CFR part 810 -- Mass transit and special use highway projects Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. 23 CFR part 924 -- Highway Safety improvement program Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. Plain Language: FHWA's plain language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. Year 9 (fall 2006) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 23 CFR part 1200 -- Uniform procedures for State highway safety programs 23 CFR part 1205 -- Highway safety programs; determinations of effectiveness 23 CFR part 1206 -- Rules of procedure for invoking sanctions under the Highway Safety Act of 1966 23 CFR part 1208 -- Minimal drinking age 23 CFR part 1210 -- Operation of motor vehicles by intoxicated minors 23 CFR part 1215 -- Use of safety belts -- compliance and transfer-of- funds procedures 23 CFR part 1225 -- Operation of motor vehicles by intoxicated persons 23 CFR part 1235 -- Uniform system for parking for persons with disabilities 23 CFR part 1240 -- Safety incentive grants for use of seat belts -- allocations based on seat belt use rates 23 CFR part 1250 -- Political subdivision participation in State highway safety programs 23 CFR part 1251 -- State highway safety agency 23 CFR part 1252 -- State matching of planning and administration costs [[Page 22894]] FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 None.................................................................... 1998 1999 2 None.................................................................... 1999 2000 3 None.................................................................... 2000 2001 4 None.................................................................... 2001 2002 5 None.................................................................... 2002 2003 6 49 CFR parts 372 subpart A, 381, 386, 388, and 389...................... 2003 2004 7 49 CFR parts 325, 350, 355, 382 through 385, 390 through 393, and 396 2004 2005 through 399............................................................ 8 49 CFR parts 356, 367, 370, 371, 372 subparts B-C, 373, 374, 376, and 2005 2006 379.................................................................... 9 49 CFR parts 360, 365, 366, 368, 377, 378, and 387...................... 2006 2007 10 49 CFR 375, 395, and new parts and subparts............................. 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 8 (fall 2006) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results 49 CFR part 356 -- Motor Carrier Routing Regulations Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This part applies to motor carriers of property and passengers. With the exception of insignificant costs associated with notification requirements listed in 356.5(b) and 356.13, these rules do not restrict or impose any requirement which could result in a significant cost to any impacted entities. Plain Language: FMCSA will integrate plain language techniques to the extent possible as rulemakings are written to address amendments mandated by the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU). General: Although part 356 implements the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 13902, changes may be required as segments of the rule may have been superseded by registration of routes language in part 367 and insurance requirements codified under part 387. 49 CFR part 367 -- Standards for Registration With States Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This administrative part primarily informs the States of rules for registering motor carriers. A few of the rules authorize non-burdensome fees on a significant number of motor carriers; but, since States are not counted as small entities and the fees are low, we find no significant costs imposed on any small entities. Plain Language: FMCSA will integrate plain language techniques as rulemakings are written to respond to changes driven by SAFETEA-LU as part of the Unified Carrier Registration System Plan. General: FMCSA interviewed stakeholders of part 367 and they concluded that this rule is still needed to implement the Single State Registration System (SSRS) under 49 U.S.C. 14504. This regulation will be rewritten as part of the Unified Carrier Registration System Plan. 49 CFR part 370 -- Principles and Practices for the Investigation and Voluntary Disposition of Loss and Damage Claims and Processing Salvage Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This part establishes minimum standards for filing and processing claims for property loss or damage. The rules are not restrictive since the Motor Carrier Act of 1980 overrode part 370's only prohibition which restricted preferential treatment to shippers. Consequently we see no significant cost impact to any small entities. Plain Language: FMCSA will rewrite these rulemakings using plain language techniques as resources permit. General: FMCSA interviewed stakeholders of part 370 and concluded the rules are still needed to provide carriers with prudent business practices and to help arbitrate disputes involving the household goods (HHG) industry. 49 CFR part 371 -- Brokers of Property Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This part provides guidelines for entities involved in arranging the transportation of property for a fee. The part defines who/what constitutes an agent, and outlines the agent's responsibilities. The rules do not obligate action beyond basic recordkeeping at a trivial cost; therefore, we find no significant cost burden imposed on any small entities. Plain Language: FMCSA will rewrite these rulemakings using plain language techniques as resources permit. General: FMCSA has issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (69 FR 75554) to determine whether the rules adequately protect HHG transportation consumers. 49 CFR part 372 -- Exemptions, Commercial Zones, and Terminal Areas, Subparts B and C Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This part defines areas of commercial vehicle operations which are exempt from FMCSA authority, and therefore impose no fees, costs, or actions upon any small entities. Plain Language: FMCSA will rewrite these rulemakings using plain language techniques as resources permit. General: No changes are needed as these rules support 49 U.S.C. 13506(b) which defines commercial zone exemptions, and 49 U.S.C. 13503 which defines exemptions associated with terminals. The benefits of this part outweigh the trivial costs and the minimal burden on society it may impose. 49 CFR part 373 -- Receipts and Bills Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This part implements the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 14706, and addresses carrier liability related to receipts and bills of lading. These rules do not impose any significant cost on any small entities, as they involve standard business practices that a reasonable person would undertake. [[Page 22895]] Plain Language: FMCSA will rewrite the regulations using plain language techniques as resources permit. General: According to a recent FMCSA survey of stakeholders, the rules are still needed and do not require changes. The benefits of this part outweigh the trivial costs and the minimal burden on society it may impose. 49 CFR part 374 -- Passenger Carrier Regulations Section 610: There is a SEIOSNOSE. The majority of the rules in part 374 have no significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities as they deal with passenger conduct including: anti- discrimination, smoking bans, and procedures for declaring excess baggage. The SEIOSNOSE is limited to section 374.309(a), which requires stations to be regularly patrolled. We estimate a marginal cost of $3,000 per year, limited to patrols required for a small company during un-staffed periods. Plain Language: FMCSA will rewrite the regulations using plain language techniques as resources permit. General: The Agency is performing a regulatory effectiveness review of part 374 to identify opportunities to reduce any unnecessary burdens on society. FMCSA will propose a rulemaking if the regulatory review determines that the burden on society caused by the SEIOSNOSE can be remedied. 49 CFR part 376 -- Lease and Interchange of Vehicles Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Part 376 provides specific rules for and protections to the owner-operator regarding the leasing of commercial vehicles and related equipment. These rules require a small amount of paperwork, and do not amount to a significant cost to any entity. Plain Language: FMCSA will rewrite the regulations using plain language techniques as resources permit. General: FMCSA interviewed stakeholders of part 376 and concluded that the rules are necessary to protect owner-operators from being exploited by firms who control the leasing of commercial motor vehicles. 49 CFR part 379 -- Preservation of Records Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Part 379 requires motor carriers and freight forwarders engaged in interstate commerce to retain records that in many cases are also required by the Internal Revenue Service, Securities and Exchange Commission, and State and local jurisdictions, and therefore, this is not a SEIOSNOSE. Plain Language: FMCSA will rewrite the regulations using plain language techniques as resources permit. General: These regulations continue to be needed, as they allow FMCSA access to documents necessary in validating motor carrier statutory compliance with 49 U.S.C. 14122 and 14123. Year 9 (fall 2007) List of rules to be analyzed during the next year 49 CFR part 360 -- Fees for Motor Carrier Registration and Insurance 49 CFR part 365 -- Rules Governing Applications for Operating Authority 49 CFR part 366 -- Designation of Process Agent 49 CFR part 368 -- Application for a Certificate of Registration to Operate in Municipalities in the United States on the United States- Mexico International Border or within the Commercial Zones of Such Municipalities 49 CFR part 377 -- Payment of Transportation Charges 49 CFR part 378 -- Procedures Governing the Processing, Investigation, and Disposition of Overcharge, Duplicate Payment, or Overcollection Claims 49 CFR part 387 -- Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility for Motor Carriers NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 49 CFR parts 501 through 526 and 571.213................................ 1998 1999 2 49 CFR parts 571.131, 571.217, 571.220 through 571.222.................. 1999 2000 3 49 CFR parts 571.101 through 571.110, and 571.135....................... 2000 2001 4 49 CFR parts 529 through 579, except 571................................ 2001 2002 5 49 CFR parts 571.111 through 571.129, and 580 through 590............... 2002 2003 6 49 CFR part 571.201 through 571.212..................................... 2003 2004 7 49 CFR parts 571.214 through 571.219, except 571.217.................... 2004 2005 8 49 CFR parts 591 through 594............................................ 2005 2006 9 49 CFR parts 571.223 through 571.304, 500, and new parts and subparts 2006 2007 under 49 CFR........................................................... 10 23 CFR parts 1200 through 1300, and new parts and subparts.............. 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 7 (fall 2004) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results 49 CFR part 571.214 -- Side impact protection Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. Plain Language: This rule is being amended using plain language techniques. Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: No other changes are needed because the requirements support NHTSA's mission of saving lives, preventing injuries and reducing economic costs due to road traffic crashes. The benefits of the rule justify the costs, and the regulations impose the least cost on society. 49 CFR part 571.215 -- [Reserved] 49 CFR part 571.216 -- Roof crush resistance [[Page 22896]] Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: This rule is being amended using plain language techniques. Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: No other changes are needed because the requirements support NHTSA's mission of saving lives, preventing injuries and reducing economic costs due to road traffic crashes. The benefits of the rule justify the costs, and the regulations impose the least cost to society. 49 CFR part 571.218 -- Motorcycle helmets Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. 49 CFR part 571.219 -- Windshield zone intrusion Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules continuing to be analyzed 49 CFR part 591 -- Importation of Vehicles and Equipment Subject to Federal Safety, Bumper and Theft Prevention Standards 49 CFR part 592 -- Registered Importers of Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured To Conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 49 CFR part 593 -- Determinations That a Vehicle Not Originally Manufactured to Conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards is Eligible for Importation 49 CFR part 594 -- Schedule of Fees Authorized by 49 U.S.C. 30141 Year 9 (fall 2006) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 49 CFR part 571.223 -- Standard No. 223; Rear impact guards. 49 CFR part 571.224 -- Standard No. 224; Rear impact protection. 49 CFR part 571.225 -- Standard No. 225; Child restraint anchorage systems. 49 CFR part 571.301 -- Standard No. 301; Fuel system integrity. 49 CFR part 571.302 -- Standard No. 302; Flammability of interior materials. 49 CFR part 571.303 -- Standard No. 303; Fuel system integrity of compressed natural gas vehicles. 49 CFR part 571.304 -- Standard No. 304; Compressed natural gas fuel container integrity. 49 CFR part 500 -- Standard No. 500; Low-speed vehicles. FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 49 CFR parts 200 through 201............................................ 1998 1999 2 49 CFR parts 207, 209, 211, 215, and 256................................ 1999 2000 3 49 CFR parts 210, 212, 214, and 217..................................... 2000 2001 4 49 CFR part 219......................................................... 2001 2002 5 49 CFR parts 218 and 221................................................ 2002 2003 6 49 CFR parts 216 and 228 through 229.................................... 2003 2004 7 49 CFR parts 223 and 233................................................ 2004 2005 8 49 CFR parts 225, 231, and 234.......................................... 2005 2006 9 49 CFR parts 235 through 236, 250, 260, and 266......................... 2006 2007 10 49 CFR parts 213, 220, 230, 232, 239, 240, and 265...................... 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 49 CFR part 225 -- Railroad Accidents/Incidents: Reports Classification and Investigations Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. Section 225.3 specifically states that certain Internal Control Plan and recordkeeping requirements are not applicable to railroads below a certain size. FRA also makes available a free software package to all railroads that would allow for FRA recordkeeping and reporting. Plain Language: FRA's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. General: Since the FRA needs accurate information on the hazards and risks that exist on the nation's railroads to effectively carry out its regulatory responsibilities, to determine comparative trends of railroad safety, and to develop hazard elimination and risk reduction programs that focus on preventing railroad injuries and accidents, the requirements set forth in part 225 will improve railroad safety for industry employees and general public. 49 CFR part 231 -- Railroad Safety Appliances Standards Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. Small railroads generally purchase rail equipment that has already been used in transportation by Class I and Class II railroads. As a result, rail equipment used by small railroads is often in compliance with part 231 standards at the time of acquisition. In addition, small railroads are not substantially affected by rail equipment maintenance costs that are associated with part 231 requirements because most rail equipment [[Page 22897]] repairs are performed by Class I and Class II railroads and/or billed to the car owner. Although part 231 may have some impact on small railroads, FRA has deemed any such impact to be necessary to ensure uniform and consistent equipment design requirements, which contribute to the safety of railroad employees who work on or about the rail equipment. Plain Language: FRA's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. General: The rule provides for railroad safety standards which are necessary to ensure the protection and safety of railroad employees and general public, and to minimize the number of casualties. 49 CFR Part 234 -- Grade Crossing Signal System Safety Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not apply to railroads that exclusively operate freight trains only on track which is not part of the general railroad system of transportation, rapid transit operations within an urban area that are not connected to the general railroad system of transportation or railroads that operates passenger trains only on track inside insular installations. Since small railroads have proportionately smaller numbers of grade crossing warning systems to inspect, test, and maintain, smaller railroads would have a smaller burden of cost per crossing. Plain Language: FRA's plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. General: Since the rule prescribes maintenance, inspection and testing standards for highway-rail grade crossing warning systems, standards for the reporting of failures of such systems and minimum actions railroads must take when such warning systems malfunction. These regulations are necessary to ensure the protection and safety of railroad employees and the general public, and to minimize the number of casualties. Year 9 (fall 2007) List of rules to be analyzed during the next year 49 CFR part235 -- Instructions Governing Applications for Approval of a Discontinuance or Material Modification of a Signal System or Relief From the Requirements of Part 236 49 CFR part236 -- Rules, Standards, and Instructions Governing the Installation, Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair of Signal and Train Control Systems, Devices, and Appliances 49 CFR part250 -- Guarantee of Certificates of Trustees of Railroads in Reorganization 49 CFR part260 -- Regulations Governing Loans and Loan Guarantees Under the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program 49 CFR part266 -- Assistance to States for Local Rail Service Under Section 5 of the Department of Transportation Act FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 None.................................................................... 1998 1999 2 None.................................................................... 1999 2000 3 None.................................................................... 2000 2001 4 49 CFR parts 661 and 665................................................ 2001 2002 5 None.................................................................... 2002 2003 6 None.................................................................... 2003 2004 7 49 CFR parts 601 and 659................................................ 2004 2005 8 49 CFR parts 604 and 605................................................ 2005 2006 9 49 CFR parts 661 and 665................................................ 2006 2007 10 49 CFR parts 624 and 633................................................ 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules continuing to be analyzed 49 CFR part 604 -- Charter Services 49 CFR part 605 -- School Bus Operations Year 9 (fall 2006) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 49 CFR part 601 -- Buy America Requirements 49 CFR part 665 -- Bus Testing MARITIME ADMINISTRATION SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 46 CFR parts 201 through 207............................................ 1998 1999 2 46 CFR parts 221 through 232............................................ 1999 2000 3 46 CFR parts 249 through 295............................................ 2000 2001 4 46 CFR part 298......................................................... 2001 2002 5 46 CFR parts 307 through 310............................................ 2002 2003 6 46 CFR parts 315 through 339............................................ 2003 2004 [[Page 22898]] 7 46 CFR parts 340 and 347................................................ 2004 2005 8 46 CFR parts 349 through 380............................................ 2005 2006 9 46 CFR parts 381 through 387............................................ 2006 2007 10 46 CFR parts 390 through 391............................................ 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results 46 CFR part 349 -- Reemployment Rights of Certain Merchant Seamen Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: We will continue to review these regulations and make changes when necessary. 46 CFR part 350 -- Seamen's Service Awards Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: We will continue to review these regulations and make changes when necessary. 46 CFR part 351 -- Depositories Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: We will continue to review these regulations and make changes when necessary. 46 CFR part 355 -- Requirements for Establishing United States Citizenship Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: We will continue to review these regulations and make changes when necessary. 46 CFR part 356 -- Requirements for Vessels of 100 Feet or Greater in Registered Length to Obtain a Fishery Endorsement to the Vessel's Documentation Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: We will continue to review these regulations and make changes when necessary. 46 CFR part 370 -- Claims Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: We will continue to review these regulations and make changes when necessary. 46 CFR part 380 -- Procedures Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be significant. Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, we will make revisions. General: We will continue to review these regulations and make changes when necessary. Year 9 (fall 2006) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 46 CFR part 381 -- Cargo Preference -- U.S. Flag Vessels 46 CFR part 382 -- Determination of Fair and Reasonable Rates for the Carriage of Bulk and Packaged Preference Cargoes on U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels 46 CFR part 385 -- Research and Development Grant and Cooperative Agreements Regulations 46 CFR part 386 -- Regulations Governing Public Buildings and Grounds at the United States Merchant Marine Academy 46 CFR part 387 -- Utilization and Disposal of Surplus Federal Real Property for Development or Operation of a Port Facility PIPELINE AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (PHMSA) SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 49 CFR sections 171.15, 171.16 (incident reports)....................... 1998 1999 2 49 CFR parts 106 and 107 (hazardous materials safety procedures), 171 1999 2000 (general hazmat requirements), 190 (pipeline safety procedures), and 195 (hazardous liquid pipeline corrosion control)...................... [[Page 22899]] 3 49 CFR parts 174, 177 (rail and highway carriage), 191 (gas pipeline 2000 2001 transportation reports), and 192 (gas pipeline corrosion control)...... 4 49 CFR parts 176 (vessel carriage) and 199 (pipeline employee drug and 2001 2002 alcohol testing)....................................................... 5 49 CFR parts 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, and 178 (radioactive 2002 2003 material).............................................................. 6 49 CFR parts 172, 173, 174, 176, and 178 (explosives), and 193 2003 2004 (liquefied natural gas facilities), and parts 172, 173, 178, and 180 (cylinders)............................................................ 7 49 CFR 173 (shipper requirements) and 194 (onshore oil pipeline response 2004 2005 plans)................................................................. 8 49 CFR parts 110 (training and planning grants), 178 (non-bulk 2005 2006 packaging) and 195 (hazardous liquid pipeline transportation).......... 9 49 CFR parts 178 through 180 (bulk packaging) and 198 (State pipeline 2006 2007 safety grants)......................................................... 10 49 CFR parts 172 (communications, emergency response, training and 2007 2008 hazmat table) and 175 (air carriage)................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 6 (fall 2003) List of rules for which analysis is ongoing 49 CFR part 193 -- Liquefied natural gas facilities: Federal safety standards Year 7 (fall 2004) List of rules for which analysis is ongoing 49 CFR part 194 -- Response plans for onshore oil pipelines Year 8 (fall 2005) List of rules for which analysis is ongoing 49 CFR part 110 -- Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants 49 CFR part 178 -- Specifications for Packagings (Non-Bulk) 49 CFR part 195 -- Hazardous Liquid Reporting Requirements Year 9 (fall 2006) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 49 CFR part 178 through 180 -- Bulk packaging 49 CFR part 198 (State pipeline safety grants) RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATION (RITA) SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 14 CFR part 241, form 41................................................ 1998 1999 2 14 CFR part 241, schedule T-100, and part 217........................... 1999 2000 3 14 CFR part 298, 49 CFR 1420............................................ 2000 2001 4 14 CFR part 241, section 19-7........................................... 2001 2002 5 14 CFR part 291......................................................... 2002 2003 6 14 CFR part 234......................................................... 2003 2004 7 14 CFR part 249......................................................... 2004 2005 8 14 CFR part 248......................................................... 2005 2006 9 14 CFR part 250......................................................... 2006 2007 10 14 CFR part 374a, ICAO.................................................. 2007 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Year 6 (fall 2003) List of rules continuing to be analyzed 14 CFR part 234 -- Airline service quality performance reports Year 7 (fall 2004) List of rules continuing to be analyzed 14 CFR part 249 -- Preservation of air carrier records Year 8 (fall 2006) List of rules continuing to be analyzed 14 CFR part 248 -- Submission of audit reports Year 9 (fall 2006) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 14 CFR part 250 -- Oversales SAINT LAWRENCE SEAWAY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Analysis Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Year Review Year ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 33 CFR parts 401 through 403............................................ 1998 1999 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 22900]] Office of the Secretary--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1881 [rplus]Oversales and Denied Boarding Compensation..................................... 2105-AD63 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1882 [rplus]Accessibility of Passenger Vessels to Individuals With Disabilities............ 2105-AB87 1883 Short-Term Lending Program (STLP)..................................................... 2105-AD50 1884 Grants to Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals and other Nonprofit 2105-AD60 Organizations Requirements............................................................ 1885 Procedures for Reimbursement of General Aviation Operators and Service Providers in 2105-AD61 the Washington, DC Area............................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Office of the Secretary--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1886 [rplus]Use of Oxygen by Air Carrier Passengers........................................ 2105-AC29 1887 [rplus]Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel..................... 2105-AC97 1888 Review of Data Filed by Certificated or Commuter Air Carriers To Support Continuing 2105-AD25 Fitness Determinations Involving Citizenship Issues................................... 1889 [rplus]Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs...... 2105-AD26 1890 [rplus]Accommodations in Air Travel for Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Deaf-Blind 2105-AD41 Individuals........................................................................... 1891 Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Airport Concessions............ 2105-AD51 1892 Transportation for Individuals with Disabilities Miscellaneous Amendments............. 2105-AD54 1893 [rplus]Protection of Sensitive Security Information................................... 2105-AD59 1894 Procedures for Non-Evidential Alcohol Screening Devices............................... 2105-AD64 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Office of the Secretary--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1895 [rplus]Aviation Data Requirements Review and Modernization Program.................... 2105-AC71 1896 Mentor/Protege Program................................................................ 2105-AD20 1897 Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) Requirements................................ 2105-AD46 1898 Disclosure to Consumers Regarding On-Demand Air Taxis................................. 2105-AD66 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Office of the Secretary--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1899 Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Standards............................... 2105-AC86 1900 Domestic Baggage Liability............................................................ 2105-AD62 1901 Standard Time Zone Boundary in Pulaski County, Indiana................................ 2105-AD65 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 22901]] Federal Aviation Administration--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1902 [rplus]Transponder Continuous Operation............................................... 2120-AH67 1903 [rplus]Repair Stations--Ratings and Quality System.................................... 2120-AI53 1904 Special Requirements for Special Use Transport Category Airplanes..................... 2120-AI61 1905 [rplus]Security-Related Considerations in the Design and Operation of Transport 2120-AI66 Category Airplanes.................................................................... 1906 Production and Airworthiness Approvals................................................ 2120-AI78 1907 Filtered Flight Data.................................................................. 2120-AI79 1908 Parachute Equipment and Packing....................................................... 2120-AI85 1909 Revisions to the Pilot, Flight Instructor, Ground Instructor, and Pilot School 2120-AI86 Certification Rules................................................................... 1910 Requirement for Amateur Rocket Activities............................................. 2120-AI88 1911 [rplus]Re-Registration and Renewal of Aircraft Registration........................... 2120-AI89 1912 Activation of Ice Protection.......................................................... 2120-AI90 1913 Modification of Certain Medical Standards and Procedures and Duration of Certain 2120-AI91 Medical Certificates.................................................................. 1914 [rplus]Automatic Dependent Surveillance--Broadcast (ADS-B) Equipage Mandate To Support 2120-AI92 Air Traffic Control Service........................................................... 1915 Engine Control System Requirements.................................................... 2120-AI94 1916 Airworthiness Standards: Propellers................................................... 2120-AI95 1917 Rotorcraft Turbine Engines One-Engine-Inoperative (OEI) Ratings, Type Certification 2120-AI96 Standards............................................................................. 1918 [rplus]Qualification, Service, and Use of Crewmembers and Aircraft Dispatchers........ 2120-AJ00 1919 [rplus]Age 65 Upper Age Limit......................................................... 2120-AJ01 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Aviation Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1920 Safe, Efficient Use and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace........................ 2120-AH31 1921 Area Navigation (RNAV) and Miscellaneous Amendments................................... 2120-AH77 1922 Performance and Handling Qualities Requirements for Rotorcraft........................ 2120-AH87 1923 [rplus]Revisions to Cockpit Voice Recorder and Digital Flight Data Recorder 2120-AH88 Regulations........................................................................... 1924 [rplus]Aging Aircraft Program (Widespread Fatigue Damage)............................. 2120-AI05 1925 High-Intensity Radiated Fields........................................................ 2120-AI06 1926 Airplane Performance and Handling Qualities in Icing Conditions....................... 2120-AI14 1927 [rplus]Flightdeck Door Monitoring and Crew Discreet Alerting System................... 2120-AI16 1928 [rplus]Transport Airplane Fuel Tank Flammability Reduction............................ 2120-AI23 1929 [rplus]Enhanced Airworthiness Program for Airplane Systems (EAPAS) and SFAR 88........ 2120-AI31 1930 Damage Tolerance Data for Repairs and Alterations..................................... 2120-AI32 1931 Passenger Facility Charge Program, Debt Service, Air Carrier Bankruptcy, and 2120-AI68 Miscellaneous Changes................................................................. 1932 Aircraft Engine Standards for Life-Limited Parts...................................... 2120-AI72 1933 Airworthiness Standards: Engine Bird Ingestion........................................ 2120-AI73 1934 Airworthiness Standards: Safety Analysis.............................................. 2120-AI74 1935 Fees for Certification Services and Approvals Performed Outside the United States..... 2120-AI77 1936 Direct Final Rule Process............................................................. 2120-AI80 1937 Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. XX--Mitsubishi MU-2B Series Airplane Special 2120-AI82 Training, Experience, and Operating Requirements...................................... 1938 Inspection Authorization Two-Year Renewal............................................. 2120-AI83 1939 Changes to the Definition of Certain Light-Sport Aircraft............................. 2120-AI97 1940 Change in Extinguishing Agent Container Requirements.................................. 2120-AI99 1941 Nationality and Registration Marks, Non-Fixed-Wing Aircraft........................... 2120-AJ02 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Aviation Administration--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1942 Part 95 Instrument Flight Rules....................................................... 2120-AA63 [[Page 22902]] 1943 Airworthiness Directives.............................................................. 2120-AA64 1944 Standard Instrument Approach Procedures............................................... 2120-AA65 1945 Airspace Actions...................................................................... 2120-AA66 1946 [rplus]Revisions to Digital Flight Data Recorder Regulations for B-737 Airplanes and 2120-AG87 for Part 125 Operators................................................................ 1947 [rplus]Washington, DC, Metropolitan Area Special Flight Rules Area.................... 2120-AI17 1948 [rplus]Drug Enforcement Assistance.................................................... 2120-AI43 1949 [rplus]Special Awareness Training for the Washington, DC, Metropolitan Area........... 2120-AI63 1950 [rplus]Congestion Management Rule for LaGuardia Airport............................... 2120-AI70 1951 [rplus]Commuter Operations in Very Light Jets (VLJs).................................. 2120-AI84 1952 [rplus]Flight Crewmember Duty Limitations and Rest Requirements....................... 2120-AI93 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Aviation Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1953 [rplus]National Air Tour Safety Standards............................................. 2120-AF07 1954 [rplus]Extended Operations (ETOPS) of Multi-Engine Airplanes.......................... 2120-AI03 1955 [rplus]Experimental Permit for Suborbital Reusable Launch Vehicles.................... 2120-AI56 1956 [rplus]Human Space Flight Requirements for Crew and Space Flight Participants......... 2120-AI57 1957 Fire Penetration Resistance of Thermal Acoustic Insulation Installed on Transport 2120-AI75 Category Airplanes.................................................................... 1958 FAA Approved Child Restraint Systems.................................................. 2120-AI76 1959 Amending the Congestion and Delay Reduction at Chicago O'Hare International Airport... 2120-AI87 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Highway Administration--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1960 Environmental Review of Activities That Support the Deployment of ITS Projects........ 2125-AF15 1961 Indian Reservation Road Bridge Program................................................ 2125-AF20 1962 Crash Test Laboratory Requirements for FHWA Roadside Safety Hardware Acceptance....... 2125-AF21 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Federal Highway Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1963 [rplus]National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; the Manual on Uniform Traffic 2125-AE98 Control Devices for Streets and Highways; Maintaining Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity.. 1964 [rplus]Projects of National and Regional Significance................................. 2125-AF08 1965 Temporary Traffic Control Devices..................................................... 2125-AF10 1966 [rplus]Design-Build Contracting....................................................... 2125-AF12 1967 [rplus]Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife and Waterfowl Refuges, and Historical Sites.. 2125-AF14 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Highway Administration--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1968 [rplus]Express Lane Demonstration Project............................................. 2125-AF07 [[Page 22903]] 1969 [rplus]Real-Time System Management Information Program................................ 2125-AF19 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Highway Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1970 [rplus]Metropolitan Transportation Planning........................................... 2125-AF09 1971 Worker Visibility..................................................................... 2125-AF11 1972 [rplus]Surface Transportation Project Delivery Pilot Program.......................... 2125-AF13 1973 Traffic Control Devices on Federal-Aid and Other Streets and Highways; Standards...... 2125-AF16 1974 Size and Weight Enforcement and Regulations........................................... 2125-AF17 1975 Construction and Maintenance.......................................................... 2125-AF18 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1976 [rplus]Unified Registration System.................................................... 2126-AA22 1977 [rplus]Certification of Safety Auditors, Safety Investigators, and Safety Inspectors.. 2126-AA64 1978 [rplus]Hours of Service of Drivers; Supporting Documents.............................. 2126-AA76 1979 [rplus]Brokers of Household Goods Transportation by Motor Vehicle..................... 2126-AA84 1980 [rplus]Electronic On-Board Recorders for Hours-of-Service Compliance.................. 2126-AA89 1981 [rplus]National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners............................... 2126-AA97 1982 [rplus]Consumer Complaint Information................................................. 2126-AB01 1983 [rplus]Commercial Driver's License Testing and Commercial Learner's Permit Standards.. 2126-AB02 1984 [rplus]Railroad Highway Grade Crossing Safety......................................... 2126-AB04 1985 [rplus]Minimum Training Requirements for Entry Level Commercial Motor Vehicle 2126-AB06 Operations............................................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1986 General Jurisdiction Over Freight Forwarder Service................................... 2126-AA25 1987 Amendments To Implement Certain Provisions of SAFETEA-LU.............................. 2126-AA96 1988 [rplus]Interstate Van Operations...................................................... 2126-AA98 1989 Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Lamps and Reflective Devices...... 2126-AB07 1990 Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Fire Extinguisher Exception for 2126-AB08 Driveaway-Towaway Operations.......................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1991 [rplus]Medical Certification Requirements as Part of the Commercial Driver's License.. 2126-AA10 1992 [rplus]Application by Certain Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers To Operate Beyond U.S. 2126-AA34 Municipalities and Commercial Zones on the U.S.-Mexico Border......................... [[Page 22904]] 1993 [rplus]Safety Monitoring System and Compliance Initiative for Mexico-Domiciled Motor 2126-AA35 Carriers Operating in the United States............................................... 1994 [rplus]New Entrant Safety Assurance Process........................................... 2126-AA59 1995 [rplus]Limitations on the Issuance of Commercial Driver Licenses With a Hazardous 2126-AA70 Materials Endorsement................................................................. 1996 [rplus]Requirements for Intermodal Equipment Providers and Motor Carriers and Drivers 2126-AA86 Operating Intermodal Equipment........................................................ 1997 [rplus]Qualifications of Drivers; Diabetes Standard................................... 2126-AA95 1998 Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility for Motor Carriers......................... 2126-AB05 1999 Unified Carrier Registration Fees..................................................... 2126-AB09 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2000 [rplus]Federally Approved Safety Inspection Program and Decal To Verify Compliance 2126-AA72 With Safety and Operating Authority Regulations....................................... 2001 [rplus]Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operations; Surge Brake Requirements.. 2126-AA91 2002 Intrastate Operations of Interstate Motor Carriers.................................... 2126-AB03 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2003 Review: Side Impact Protection........................................................ 2127-AF54 2004 Review: Redesigned Air Bags........................................................... 2127-AH13 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2005 [rplus]Roof Crush Resistance.......................................................... 2127-AG51 2006 FMVSS 213, Addition of 10-Year Old Test Dummy......................................... 2127-AJ44 2007 FMVSS No. 403 Platform Lift Systems Control Lighting, Illumination, and Testing 2127-AJ93 Requirements.......................................................................... 2008 Insurer Reporting Requirements Update to Appendices A, B, and C....................... 2127-AJ98 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2009 [rplus]Rear Convex Cross-View Mirrors................................................. 2127-AG41 2010 Vehicles Built in Two or More Stages--Standard 201.................................... 2127-AI93 2011 [rplus]Definitions, Designated Seating Position....................................... 2127-AI94 2012 [rplus]Side Impact Protection Upgrade--FMVSS No. 214.................................. 2127-AJ10 2013 [rplus]Reduced Stopping Distance Requirements for Truck Tractors...................... 2127-AJ37 2014 [rplus]Subpart T Hybrid III-10C Dummy, 10-Year-Old Child.............................. 2127-AJ49 2015 Cargo Carrying Capacity of Motor Home and Travel Trailers............................. 2127-AJ57 2016 FMVSS No. 208 CRS Installation Procedure for LATCH-Equipped Seats..................... 2127-AJ59 2017 Administrative Rewrite of FMVSS No. 108; Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated 2127-AJ75 Equipment............................................................................. [[Page 22905]] 2018 FMVSS No. 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) Phase-in; Response to Petitions 2127-AJ90 for Reconsideration................................................................... 2019 Early Warning Reporting (EWR) Clarifying Amendments................................... 2127-AJ94 2020 Confidential Business Information..................................................... 2127-AJ95 2021 FMVSS No. 202 Reconsideration of Technical Issues (Part 2 of 2)....................... 2127-AJ96 2022 Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard Update to Appendix A.................. 2127-AJ97 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2023 [rplus]Upgrade Door Retention Performance............................................. 2127-AH34 2024 Incorporation of EuroSID II Dummy..................................................... 2127-AI89 2025 Incorporation of SID-IIs Side Impact Crash Test Dummy................................. 2127-AJ16 2026 Buses Manufactured in Two or More Stages; Certification of Buses Manufactured in More 2127-AJ56 Than One Stage........................................................................ 2027 [rplus]Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............................................. 2127-AJ77 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Railroad Administration--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2028 [rplus]Amendments to Design Standards for Pressurized Railroad Tank Cars.............. 2130-AB69 2029 Passenger Equipment Safety Standards; Front-End Strength of Multiple-Unit Locomotives 2130-AB80 and Cab Cars.......................................................................... 2030 Miscellaneous Amendments to the Federal Railroad Administration's Accident/Incident 2130-AB82 Reporting Requirements................................................................ 2031 Locomotive Sanders.................................................................... 2130-AB83 2032 [rplus]Regulatory Relief for Electronically Controlled Pneumatic Brake System 2130-AB84 Implementation........................................................................ 2033 Hours of Service Recordkeeping........................................................ 2130-AB85 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Railroad Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2034 [rplus]Passenger Train Emergency Systems.............................................. 2130-AB72 2035 Railroad Operating Rules: Program of Operational Tests and Inspections; Railroad 2130-AB76 Operating Practices: Handling Equipment, Switches, and Derails........................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Railroad Administration--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2036 [rplus]Grant Program for Local Rail Line Relocation and Improvement Projects.......... 2130-AB74 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation [[Page 22906]] Federal Railroad Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2037 Revisions to Civil and Criminal Penalties; Penalty Guidelines......................... 2130-AB70 2038 Track Safety Standards; Inspection of Joints in Continuous Welded Rail (CWR).......... 2130-AB71 2039 Proposed Direct Final Rulemaking Procedures........................................... 2130-AB77 2040 Establishment of an Emergency Relief Docket and Procedures for Handling Petitions for 2130-AB79 Emergency Waiver Relief From the Federal Regulations.................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Federal Transit Administration--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2041 Project Management Oversight.......................................................... 2132-AA92 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Federal Transit Administration--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2042 [rplus]Major Capital Investment Projects--New/Small Starts............................ 2132-AA81 2043 Charter Bus Operations................................................................ 2132-AA85 2044 Revisions to the Joint FTA/FHWA NEPA Regulation....................................... 2132-AA87 2045 National Transit Database Rural Reporting Requirements................................ 2132-AA94 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Transit Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2046 [rplus]Protection of Parks, Wildlife and Waterfowl Refuges, and Historical Sites...... 2132-AA83 2047 [rplus]Public Transportation Security Grants--SAFETEA-LU.............................. 2132-AA84 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Federal Transit Administration--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2048 Buy America Requirements and Waiver Procedures........................................ 2132-AA90 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Federal Transit Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2049 [rplus]Metropolitan and Statewide Transportation Planning............................. 2132-AA82 2050 Medical Transportation Demonstration Grant Program.................................... 2132-AA88 2051 Emergency Procedures for Public Transportation Systems................................ 2132-AA89 2052 Clean Fuels Grant Program............................................................. 2132-AA91 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation [[Page 22907]] Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2053 Seaway Regulations and Rules: Inflation Adjustment of Civil Monetary Penalty.......... 2135-AA23 2054 Seaway Regulations and Rules: Periodic Update, Various Categories..................... 2135-AA24 2055 Tariff of Tolls....................................................................... 2135-AA25 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2056 [rplus]Hazardous Materials: Enforcement Regulations................................... 2137-AE13 2057 [rplus]Pipeline Safety: Distribution Integrity Management............................. 2137-AE15 2058 Hazardous Materials: Fuel Cells Transported by Passenger Aircraft in Carry-On Baggage. 2137-AE19 2059 Hazardous Materials: Revision of Requirements for Emergency Response Telephone Numbers 2137-AE21 2060 Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Cargo Tank Motor Vehicle and Cylinder Issues; 2137-AE23 Petitions for Rulemaking.............................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2061 Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Packaging Amendments............................... 2137-AD89 2062 Hazardous Materials: Revision of Requirements for Authorization of Use of 2137-AE01 International Standards............................................................... 2063 [rplus]Transportation of Lithium Batteries............................................ 2137-AE05 2064 Pipeline Safety: Integrity Management Program Modifications and Clarifications........ 2137-AE07 2065 Pipeline Safety: Design and Construction Requirements To Reduce Internal Corrosion in 2137-AE09 Gas Transmission Pipelines............................................................ 2066 Hazardous Materials; Miscellaneous Amendments......................................... 2137-AE10 2067 Registration and Fee Assessment Program............................................... 2137-AE11 2068 Pipeline Safety: Partial Relief From Public Awareness Regulations for Certain Small 2137-AE17 Operators............................................................................. 2069 Hazardous Materials: Revisions to the List of Hazardous Substances and Reportable 2137-AE24 Quantities............................................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2070 Hazardous Materials: Security Requirements for Motor Carriers Transporting Hazardous 2137-AD70 Materials............................................................................. 2071 [rplus]Pipeline Safety: Protecting Unusually Sensitive Areas From Rural Onshore 2137-AD98 Hazardous Liquid Gathering Lines and Low-Stress Lines................................. 2072 [rplus]Hazardous Materials: Enhancing Rail Transportation Safety and Security for 2137-AE02 Hazardous Materials Shipments......................................................... 2073 [rplus]Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Storage of Explosives During 2137-AE06 Transportation........................................................................ 2074 Hazardous Materials: Revision of Requirements for Security Plans...................... 2137-AE22 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2075 [rplus]Hazardous Materials: Transportation of Oxygen Cylinders and Oxygen Generators 2137-AD33 Aboard Aircraft....................................................................... 2076 [rplus]Hazardous Materials; Transportation of Lithium Batteries....................... 2137-AD48 [[Page 22908]] 2077 Hazardous Materials Safety: Harmonization With the United Nations Recommendations, 2137-AE16 International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, and International Civil Aviation Organization's Technical Instructions................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [rplus] DOT-designated significant regulation Maritime Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2078 Launch Barge Waiver Program........................................................... 2133-AB67 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maritime Administration--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2079 Maintenance and Repair Reimbursement Pilot Program.................................... 2133-AB68 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Research and Innovative Technologies Administration--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2080 Submission of Aviation Data via the Internet.......................................... 2139-AA11 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Prerule Stage Office of the Secretary (OST) _______________________________________________________________________ 1881. [bull] [rplus]OVERSALES AND DENIED BOARDING COMPENSATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 401; 49 USC 411; 49 USC 413; 49 USC 417 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would address whether the Department of Transportation (Department) should amend its rules relating to oversales and denied boarding compensation to cover flights operated with aircraft seating 30 to 60 passengers, which are currently exempt from the rule. It would also address whether the Department should increase the maximum required compensation and make other changes. OST originally scheduled a NPRM for publication on July 5, 2007. Its has now determined that an ANPRM is necessary. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Blane A Workie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9342 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Fax: 202 366-7152 Email: blane.workie@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD63 [[Page 22909]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage Office of the Secretary (OST) _______________________________________________________________________ 1882. [rplus]ACCESSIBILITY OF PASSENGER VESSELS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 12101 et seq; PL 101-336, Americans with Disabilities Act CFR Citation: 49 CFR 37 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Department's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) final rule, published September 6, 1991, reserved portions of the rule concerning passenger vessels. The ADA covers passenger vessels, but issuing accessibility requirements for vessels involves complex issues unlike those affecting land transportation. This rulemaking would address these issues and propose feasible requirements to make passenger vessels accessible to, and usable by, individuals with disabilities. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/26/04 69 FR 69246 ANPRM Comment Period End 03/28/05 NPRM 01/23/07 72 FR 28333 NPRM Comment Period End 04/23/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4723 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AB87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1883. SHORT-TERM LENDING PROGRAM (STLP) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 332 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 22 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would provide guidelines for the Short-Term Lending Program (STLP) designed for disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) involved in transportation-related contracts. In response to the developmental needs of DBEs, the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization and Minority Resource Center developed the STLP to guarantee short-term revolving lines of credit for certified DBEs. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Tanika Davis, Program Analyst, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0509 Email: tanika.davis@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD50 _______________________________________________________________________ 1884. GRANTS TO INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, HOSPITALS AND OTHER NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322(a) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 18; 49 CFR 19 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend Department of Transportation regulations on uniform administrative requirements for grants and agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and other Nonprofit Organizations. Specifically, the DOT proposes making requirements for these grants and agreement consistent with the uniform administrative requirements for grants and cooperative agreements to State and local governments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Nilza F. Velazquez, Attorney, Office of the General Counsel (C-10), 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9164, 202 366-9170, nilza.velazquez@dot.gov URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ellen Shields, Program Analyst, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW. M-60, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4268 Email: ellen.shields@dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD60 _______________________________________________________________________ 1885. PROCEDURES FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF GENERAL AVIATION OPERATORS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS IN THE WASHINGTON, DC AREA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-115, 119 Stat 2396 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 331 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish procedures to implement section 185 of the Transportation, Treasury, Housing and Urban Development, the Judiciary, the District of Columbia, and Independent Agencies Appropriation Act (November 30, 2005). Section 185 is intended to compensate certain fixed-based general aviation operators or providers of general aviation ground support services at five airports in the Washington, DC metropolitan area for direct and incremental losses due to the actions of the Federal Government to close airports to general aviation operations following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No [[Page 22910]] Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: James R. Dann, Deputy Assistant General Counsel, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9167 RIN: 2105-AD61 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Office of the Secretary (OST) _______________________________________________________________________ 1886. [rplus]USE OF OXYGEN BY AIR CARRIER PASSENGERS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 41705 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would address the carriage and use of certain respiratory devices (i.e., ventilators, respirators, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines and certain portable oxygen concentrators) by passengers aboard commercial aircraft. It would also address difficulties experienced by passengers needing supplemental oxygen on airline flights, including costs associated with in-flight medical oxygen. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/07/05 70 FR 53108 NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/21/05 70 FR 61241 NPRM Comment Period End 11/07/05 Extended NPRM Comment Period End01/30/06 Final Rule 12/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Blane A Workie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9342 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Fax: 202 366-7152 Email: blane.workie@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AC29 _______________________________________________________________________ 1887. [rplus]NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN AIR TRAVEL Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 14 USC 41702; 14 USC 41705; 14 USC 41712 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would add coverage under the Air Carrier Access Act to foreign air carriers and comprehensively update and revise 14 CFR part 382. It would also clarify or propose new provisions in such areas as movable aisle armrests, preboarding announcements, and accessibility of carrier Web sites. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/04/04 69 FR 64364 NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/28/05 70 FR 4058 NPRM Comment Period End 02/02/05 Extended NPRM Comment Period End03/04/05 Final Rule 12/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4723 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AC97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1888. REVIEW OF DATA FILED BY CERTIFICATED OR COMMUTER AIR CARRIERS TO SUPPORT CONTINUING FITNESS DETERMINATIONS INVOLVING CITIZENSHIP ISSUES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 401; 49 USC 411; 49 USC 417 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 399; 14 CFR 204 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The part of this rulemaking that would have clarified policies that may be used during initial and continuing fitness reviews of U.S. carriers when citizenship is at issue were withdrawn. It would have added a new section to 14 CFR part 399 that clarifies how the Department would interpret actual control of a U.S. air carrier during fitness reviews. The only remaining issues are minor amendments to 14 CFR part 204 to update existing language in part 204. Thus, this rulemaking has been reclassified as nonsignificant and will not appear on next month's report. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/30/03 68 FR 44675 ANPRM Comment Period End 09/29/03 NPRM 11/07/05 70 FR 67389 NPRM Comment Period End 01/06/06 Final Rule 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Bill Bertram, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1062 [[Page 22911]] Email: bill.bertram@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD25 _______________________________________________________________________ 1889. [rplus]PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION WORKPLACE DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROGRAMS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 102; 49 USC 301; 49 USC 322; 49 USC 5331; 49 USC 20140; 49 USC 31306; 49 USC 45101 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 40 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend certain provisions of its drug and alcohol testing procedures to change instructions to laboratories, medical review officers, and employers with respect to adulterated, substituted, diluted, and invalid specimen results. This action would create consistency with specimen validity requirements established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and modify some measures taken in other rulemaking actions. Also, this rulemaking would include rulemaking action specified in RINs 2105-AD47 and 2105-AD55. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 05/25/03 68 FR 31624 Interim Final Rule Effective 05/28/03 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 08/26/03 Final Action 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4723 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD26 _______________________________________________________________________ 1890. [rplus]ACCOMMODATIONS IN AIR TRAVEL FOR DEAF, HARD-OF-HEARING, AND DEAF-BLIND INDIVIDUALS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 41705; 49 USC 41310; 49 USC 41702; 49 USC 41712 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would expand accommodations provided to deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind air travelers under the Air Carrier Access Act. The purpose of this rulemaking would be to improve access for air travelers who are deaf, hard-of-hearing and deaf-blind during all phases of air travel, from the airport to the flight itself. This rule would apply to certain foreign and domestic air carriers. Also, the rulemaking action would respond to a petition for rulemaking. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/23/06 71 FR 9285 NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/18/06 71 FR 19838 NPRM Comment Period End 04/24/06 Extended NPRM Comment Period End06/24/06 Final Rule 12/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Blane A Workie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9342 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Fax: 202 366-7152 Email: blane.workie@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD41 _______________________________________________________________________ 1891. PARTICIPATION BY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN AIRPORT CONCESSIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 47107; 42 USC 2000d; 49 USC 322; EO 12138 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 26; 49 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action would amend the business size standards for the Department of Transportation's airport concession disadvantaged business enterprise (ACDBE) program. It also would address issues such as additional measures to combat fraud and abuse in the program and to provide additional flexibility for airports in implementing the program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ SNPRM 03/22/05 70 FR 14520 SNPRM Comment Period End 06/20/05 SNPRM Comment Period Extended 07/15/05 70 FR 40973 Extended SNPRM Comment Period End 08/19/05 Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4723 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1892. TRANSPORTATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 42 USC 12101 to 12213 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 37 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 22912]] Abstract: This rulemaking would propose amendments to 49 CFR part 37 in several areas: Rail station platform standards, reasonable modifications of policies and procedures, pedestrian access, and codifying existing DOT procedures for issuing interpretations and guidance. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/27/06 71 FR 9761 NPRM Comment Period End 04/28/06 NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/01/06 71 FR 25544 Extended NPRM Comment Period End07/28/06 Final Action 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4723 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD54 _______________________________________________________________________ 1893. [rplus]PROTECTION OF SENSITIVE SECURITY INFORMATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 46 USC 70102 to 70106; 49 USC 114, 5103, 44901 to 44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914, 44916 to 44918, 44935 to 44936; 49 USC 44942, 46105 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 15; 49 CFR 1520 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would publish a Final Rule addressing the May 2004 Interim Final Rule and respond to any comments. As of January 31, 2007, this rulemaking is on hold pending the receipt of additional information for DHS. The schedule cannot be further updated until this information is received. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert I Ross, Office of General Counsel, C-10, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9156 Fax: 202 366-9170 Email: bob.ross@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1894. [bull] PROCEDURES FOR NON-EVIDENTIAL ALCOHOL SCREENING DEVICES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 102; 49 USC 301; 49 USC 322; 49 USC 5331; 49 USC 20140; 49 USC 31306; 49 USC 45101; 49 CFR 40.245 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 40 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This IFR would amend DOT alcohol testing procedures to include procedures for a breath testing device recently approved by NHTSA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 01/11/07 72 FR 1298 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 02/12/07 Final Action 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4723 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD64 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions Office of the Secretary (OST) _______________________________________________________________________ 1895. [rplus]AVIATION DATA REQUIREMENTS REVIEW AND MODERNIZATION PROGRAM Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 41101; 49 USC 41708; 49 USC 41709; 49 USC 41301; 49 USC 41501; 49 USC 41701 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 241; 14 CFR 250; 14 CFR 298; 14 CFR 374a; 14 CFR 234 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking requested public comments from reporting carriers and aviation data users on the nature, scope, source, and means for collecting, processing, and distributing airline traffic, fare, and financial data. Specifically, it invited comments on whether existing airline traffic, fare, and financial data should be amended, supplemented, or replaced; whether selected forms and reports should be retained, modified, or eliminated; whether the Department should require all aviation data to be filed electronically; and how the aviation data system should be reengineered to enhance efficiency and to reduce costs for both the Department and the airline industry. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/15/98 63 FR 38128 ANPRM Comment Period End 09/14/98 [[Page 22913]] Reply Comment Period End 10/13/98 NPRM 02/17/05 70 FR 8139 NPRM Comment Period End 04/18/05 NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/18/05 70 FR 20098 Extended NPRM Comment Period End07/18/05 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations Government Levels Affected: Undetermined URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Todd Homan, Industry Economist, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9605 RIN: 2105-AC71 _______________________________________________________________________ 1896. MENTOR/PROTEGE PROGRAM Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: PL 95-507 CFR Citation: 13 CFR 124; 49 CFR 26 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would provide motivation and encouragement to firms to assist small businesses (SB), including HUBZone small businesses (HUBZone), small disadvantaged businesses (SDB), and small women-owned businesses (WOSB), in enhancing their business operations and increasing their capacities. This action would assist the Department of Transportation in meeting its mandated small business contracts and subcontract goals, foster the establishment of long-term business relationships between these entities and prime contractors, and increase the overall number of these entities that receive DOT contract and subcontract consideration and awards. Timetable: Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ferguise L Mayronne, Senior Program Analyst, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5341 Email: ferguise.mayronne@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD20 _______________________________________________________________________ 1897. DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 103-355, sec 2455; 108 Stat 3327; 31 USC 6101 note; EO 11738 (3 CFR 1973 Comp, p 799); EO 12549 (3 CFR 1986 Comp, p 189) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The nonsignificant NPRM would amend the Department's suspension and debarment rule by adopting optional lower tier coverage prohibiting excluded persons from participating in subcontracts at lower tiers below the first tier below a covered contract. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/05/05 70 FR 58175 NPRM Comment Period End 11/04/05 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Laura Aguilar, Attorney, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0365 Fax: 202 366-9170 Email: laura.aguilar@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1898. [bull] DISCLOSURE TO CONSUMERS REGARDING ON-DEMAND AIR TAXIS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Department of Transportation (Department) is seeking input from interested parties on the recommendation of the National Transportation Safety Board (Safety Board or NTSB) that customers of on-demand air taxi services be advised, at the time they contract for a flight, of: (1) The name of the company with operational control of the flight; (2) any ``doing business as'' names contained in such company's Operations Specification; (3) the name of the aircraft owner; and (4) the name of any broker involved in arranging the flight. The NTSB has also recommended that customers be updated thereafter in the event such information changes. The Department will evaluate the comments to determine what, if any, changes to its economic rules applicable to on- demand air taxi operators should be made. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 01/26/07 72 FR 3773 ANPRM Comment Period End 03/27/07 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Blane A Workie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9342 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Fax: 202 366-7152 Email: blane.workie@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD66 [[Page 22914]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Office of the Secretary (OST) _______________________________________________________________________ 1899. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 5 USC 552a CFR Citation: 49 CFR 27 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Department of Transportation is proposing to amend its rules implementing the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) by adopting as its standards revised accessibility guidelines proposed by the Access Board. The Access Board published an NPRM to revise and update the accessibility guidelines for the ADA and Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) in the November 16, 1999 issue of the Federal Register, and published final rules in July 2004. The Department's final rules will incorporate the new ADAAG as well as technical amendments made by the Access Board. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/08/00 65 FR 48444 NPRM Comment Period End 09/07/00 Final Action 10/29/06 71 FR 63263 Final Action Effective 11/29/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4723 TDD Phone: 202 755-7687 Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AC86 _______________________________________________________________________ 1900. [bull] DOMESTIC BAGGAGE LIABILITY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113, 41504, 41510, 41702, and 41707 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 254.6 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would, in accordance with the provisions of 14 CFR 254.6, revise the minimum limit on domestic baggage liability applicable to air carriers to reflect inflation since July 2004, the year of the most recent revision to the liability limit. Section 254.6 requires that the Department periodically revise the limit to reflect changes in the Consumer Price Index. The rule adjusts the minimum limit of liability from the current amount of $2,800, set by the Department in 2004, to $3,000 to take into account the changes in consumer prices since the prior revision. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 01/29/07 72 FR 3942 Final Action Effective 02/28/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Nicholas Lowry, Senior Attorney, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9351 Fax: 202 366-7152 Email: nick.lowry@ost.dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD62 _______________________________________________________________________ 1901. [bull] STANDARD TIME ZONE BOUNDARY IN PULASKI COUNTY, INDIANA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: as amended by the Uniform Time Act of 1966 and PL 97- 449; secs 1 to 4, 40 Stat 450, as amended; sec 1, 41 Stat 1446, as amended; secs 2 to 7, 80 Stat 107, as amended; 100 Stat 764; Act of March 19, 1918; 15 USC 260 to 267; PL 99-359; PL 106-564; 15 USC 263, 114 Stat 2811; 49 CFR 1.59(a) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 71 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would serve the convenience of commerce, the statutory standard for a time zone change, and is taken in response to a petition filed by the Pulaski County Commissioners and County Council. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/28/06 71 FR 68777 NPRM Comment Period End 12/28/06 Final Action 02/09/07 72 FR 6170 Final Action Effective 03/11/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Judith S. Kaleta, Office of the General Counsel, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9283 Email: judith.kaleta@dot.gov RIN: 2105-AD65 BILLING CODE 4910--9X--S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1902. [rplus]TRANSPONDER CONTINUOUS OPERATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 44713 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The FAA is withdrawing the NPRM published on January 14, 2003, that proposed to require airplanes [[Page 22915]] operated in domestic, flag, and supplemental operations to ensure immediate activation and continuous transmission of the designated hijack alert code to air traffic control (ATC) during a hijack situation. After September 11, 2002, the increased threat of hijacking and realization that a plane could be used as a weapon became the basis for the proposed rule. The intent was to provide the flight crew of commercial airplanes with the ability to initiate an immediate national security response in the event of a hijacking. The overwhelming majority of comments opposed the proposal for several reasons. Because of the reasons given, including completed security enhancements to strengthen flightdeck doors, we are withdrawing the proposal. Current regulations ensure an adequate level of aviation security. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/14/03 68 FR 1942 NPRM Comment Period End 03/17/03 To Be Withdrawn 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: This is a withdrawal of an NPRM--there are no costs associated with the action. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Richard Jennings, Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1895 Phoenix Boulevard, Suite 450, Atlanta, GA 30349 Phone: 770 703-6090 RIN: 2120-AH67 _______________________________________________________________________ 1903. [rplus]REPAIR STATIONS--RATINGS AND QUALITY SYSTEM Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44717 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 145 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations for repair stations by revising the system of ratings and requiring repair stations to establish a quality program. This rulemaking would add changes critical to maintaining safety. These include: Requiring a repair station to maintain a capability list; requiring a repair station to designate a chief inspector; requiring permanent housing for all repair stations for their facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel; and identifying reasons for denying a repair station certificate, especially when a previously held certificate has been revoked. In addition, the rulemaking would clarify recent revisions to the repair station regulations. This action is necessary to reflect changes in aviation technology and repair station business practices. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/01/06 71 FR 70253 NPRM Comment Period Extended 02/27/07 72 FR 8641 NPRM Comment Period End 03/01/07 Extended NPRM Comment Period End04/16/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Herbert E. Daniel, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-3109 Email: herbert.e.daniel@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI53 _______________________________________________________________________ 1904. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIAL USE TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes by adding new cabin interior criteria for operators of private use airplanes. These standards may be used instead of the specific requirements that affect transport category airplanes operated by air carriers. These standards would supplement the requirements for operation under the air traffic and general operating rules. This rulemaking is intended to provide alternative criteria for transport category airplanes that are operated for private use, while continuing to provide an acceptable level of safety for those operations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Alan Sinclair, Airframe and Cabin Safety Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055 Phone: 425 227-1320 Fax: 425 227-1320 Email: alan.sinclair@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI61 _______________________________________________________________________ 1905. [rplus]SECURITY-RELATED CONSIDERATIONS IN THE DESIGN AND OPERATION OF TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 103(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 25 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would implement certain security related requirements governing the design of transport category airplanes. The requirements would provide improved airplane design features and greater protection of the cabin, flightdeck, and cargo compartments from the detonation of explosive or incendiary [[Page 22916]] devices, penetration by projectiles, and intrusion by unauthorized persons. The FAA would also require operators to establish a ``least risk bomb location'' on all affected airplanes and to incorporate certain information into relevant operators' manuals. This rule would adopt several International Civil Aviation Organization standards and harmonize FAA and international regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/05/07 72 FR 629 NPRM Comment Period End 04/05/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jeff Gardlin, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056 Phone: 425 227-2136 Email: jeff.gardlin@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI66 _______________________________________________________________________ 1906. PRODUCTION AND AIRWORTHINESS APPROVALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 40113; 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 45303; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 45 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would change certification procedures and identification requirements for aeronautical products and parts. The proposed changes address standardizing requirements for production approval holders; requiring production approval holders to issue airworthiness approvals for aircraft engines, propellers, and other aviation parts; requiring manufacturers to mark all parts and components; and revising export airworthiness approval requirements to facilitate global manufacturing. The intent of these proposed changes is to promote safety by ensuring that aircraft, and parts designed specifically for use in aircraft, wherever manufactured, meet applicable standards. This action is also necessary to update our regulations to reflect the current global aircraft and aircraft parts manufacturing environment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/05/06 71 FR 58913 NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/20/06 71 FR 76224 NPRM Comment Period End 01/03/07 Extended NPRM Comment Period End 02/05/07 Request for Comments 02/14/07 72 FR 6968 Comment Period End 04/02/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: This proposal would result in significant cost savings for many production approval holders. FAA has evaluated these proposed changes and has determined there is substantial public interest in the implementation of these changes with regard to public safety as well as support of the aviation industry. In some cases, these changes have been the result of ARAC recommendations and, as such, should provide minimal controversy when implemented. The majority of this rulemaking project has been an ongoing effort for more than 8 years and has resulted in a draft NPRM, which should facilitate a shortened rulemaking process. In most cases, these proposed revisions have little or no impact on the aviation industry while providing significant safety benefits, providing standardization to the certification process and increasing FAA effectiveness and efficiency in determining and resolving unsafe conditions at the earliest possible opportunity. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Frank P Paskeiwicz, Production and Airworthiness Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8361 RIN: 2120-AI78 _______________________________________________________________________ 1907. FILTERED FLIGHT DATA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the digital flight data recorder (DFDR) regulations by prohibiting certain types of signal filtering for a set of specified recorded parameters. This rulemaking is based on recommendations issued by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The rulemaking is intended to improve the accuracy and quality of the data recorded on DFDRs and used during accident and incident investigations. This rulemaking was downgraded and will not show up in next month's report. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/15/06 71 FR 66634 NPRM Comment Period Extended 02/06/07 72 FR 5366 NPRM Comment Period End 02/13/07 Extended NPRM Comment Period End04/16/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Timothy Shaver, Avionic Systems Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 385-4686 Email: timothy.shaver@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI79 [[Page 22917]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1908. [bull] PARACHUTE EQUIPMENT AND PACKING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(G); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44721; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 61 Stat 1180 Articles 12 and 29 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 105; 14 CFR 91 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would extend from 120 to 180 days the packing interval for certain types of parachutes. This rulemaking is based on new reliability data from the parachute industry and other sources that suggest a need to review and revise the packing requirements for certain types of parachutes for modern parachute systems. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: This rule will result in zero net quantifiable costs. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Kim Barnette, AFS-350, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 493-4922 Fax: 202 267-5115 Email: kim.a.barnette@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI85 _______________________________________________________________________ 1909. [bull] REVISIONS TO THE PILOT, FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR, GROUND INSTRUCTOR, AND PILOT SCHOOL CERTIFICATION RULES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45301 to 45302 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the training, qualification, certification, and operating requirements for pilots, flight instructors, ground instructors, and pilot schools. These changes are needed to clarify, update, and correct our existing regulations. These changes are intended to ensure that flight crewmembers have the training and qualifications to enable them to operate aircraft safely. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/07/07 72 FR 5805 NPRM Comment Period End 05/08/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: This rule will provide costs savings. For the proposed revisions, for which we were able to quantify the cost savings, we estimate this proposal to generate cost savings of $31.6 million ($22.0 million, discounted) and $4.0 million ($3.0 million, discounted) of costs over the 2007 to 2016 time period. Therefore, this proposal is estimated to generate a net cost savings of $27.6 million ($19.1 million, discounted) over the same 10-year period and is cost- beneficial. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John D Lynch, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-3844 RIN: 2120-AI86 _______________________________________________________________________ 1910. [bull] REQUIREMENT FOR AMATEUR ROCKET ACTIVITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 70101 to 70121 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 101; 14 CFR 400; 14 CFR 401 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rulemaking would introduce new regulations to preserve the level of safety associated with amateur rocketry. In addition to addressing safety, this rulemaking would codify current practice and clarify current regulations. We believe that reasonable safety regulations can preserve safety and protect an important, growing industry. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance cost not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Charles P Brinkman, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20571 Phone: 202 267-7715 Email: charles.brinkman@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI88 _______________________________________________________________________ 1911. [bull] [rplus]RE-REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL OF AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 44111 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 47 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend requirements concerning the registration of aircraft. The rulemaking is based on the need to increase and maintain the accuracy of aircraft registration information in the Civil Aviation Registry. This rulemaking would ensure aircraft owners periodically provide information regarding changes in registration. The rulemaking would respond to the concerns of law enforcement and other government agencies and would provide more accurate, up-to-date aircraft registration information to all [[Page 22918]] users of the Civil Aviation Registry database. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Mark Lash, Civil Aviation Registry, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 6500 South MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73169 Phone: 405 954-4331 Email: mark.lash@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1912. [bull] ACTIVATION OF ICE PROTECTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards applicable to transport category airplanes certificated for flight in icing conditions. The standards would require a means to ensure timely activation of the airframe ice protection system. This rulemaking is the result of information gathered from a review of icing accidents and incidents, and is intended to improve the level of safety for new airplane designs when operating in icing conditions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance cost not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Kathi Ishimaru, ANM-112, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356 Phone: 425 227-2674 Fax: 425 227-1320 Email: kathi.ishimaru@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI90 _______________________________________________________________________ 1913. [bull] MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN MEDICAL STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES AND DURATION OF CERTAIN MEDICAL CERTIFICATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44703; subpart III; subtitle VII, part A CFR Citation: 14 CFR 183; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 67 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would extend the duration of first- and third- class medical certificates for certain individuals. A first-class medical certificate is required when exercising airline transport pilot privileges and at least a third-class medical certificate when exercising private pilot privileges. Certain conforming amendments to medical certification procedures and some general editorial amendments also are proposed. The intent of this action is to improve the efficiency of the medical certification program and service provided to medical certificate applicants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/10/07 72 FR 18091 NPRM Comment Period End 06/11/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: This rule will provide costs savings. From 2007 to 2016, the total cost savings of the rule would be approximately $85.0 million ($59.7 million, discounted). URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Judi Citrenbaum, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-9689 Email: judi.m.citrenbaum@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI91 _______________________________________________________________________ 1914. [bull] [rplus]AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE--BROADCAST (ADS-B) EQUIPAGE MANDATE TO SUPPORT AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICE Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 49 USC 106(g); Articles 12 and 29 of 61 stat 1180 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would require Automatic Dependent Surveillance--Broadcast (ADS-B) Out equipment on aircraft to operate in certain classes of airspace within the United States National Airspace System. The rulemaking is necessary to accommodate the expected increase in demand for air transportation, as described in the Next Generation Air Transportation System Integrated Plan. The intended effect of this rule is to provide the Federal Aviation Administration with a comprehensive surveillance system that accommodates the anticipated increase in operations and would provide a platform for additional flight applications and services. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Cost estimates are not yet available. They will be [[Page 22919]] included when draft regulatory evaluation is completed. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Chris Hillers, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 703 389-1785 Email: christopher.hillers@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1915. [bull] ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 33 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise type certification standards for aircraft engine control systems. This rule change reflects current practice and harmonizes FAA standards with those recently adopted by the European Aviation Safety Agency. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/11/07 72 FR 18148 NPRM Comment Period End 06/11/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance costs are not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Gary Horan, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803-5299 Phone: 781 238-7164 Fax: 781 238-7199 Email: gry.horan@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1916. [bull] AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: PROPELLERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 23; 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 33; 14 CFR 35 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise airworthiness standards for issuance of original amended type certificates (TC) for aircraft propellers to address advances in technology and harmonize our requirements with those of the European Aviation Safety Agency. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/11/07 72 FR 18136 NPRM Comment Period End 06/11/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance costs are not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jay Turnberg, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803-5299 Phone: 781 238-7116 Fax: 781 238-7199 Email: jay.turnberg@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1917. [bull] ROTORCRAFT TURBINE ENGINES ONE-ENGINE-INOPERATIVE (OEI) RATINGS, TYPE CERTIFICATION STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 33 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend One-Engine-Inoperative (OEI) rating definitions and type certification standards for 30-second OEI, 2-minute OEI, and 30-minute OEI ratings for rotorcraft turbine engines. It would revise the ratings' standards to reflect recent analyses of the ratings' usage and lessons learned from completed engine certifications and service experience. It would also harmonize FAA type certification standards for these ratings with the European Aviation Safety Agency in the Certification Specifications for Engines (CS-E) and with proposed requirements for Transport Canada Civil Aviation. The changes would establish nearly uniform certification standards for ratings for rotorcraft turbine engines certificated in the United States under part 33 and in European countries under CS-E, thus simplifying airworthiness approvals for import and export. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance costs are not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Lance T Gant, Air Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 2601 Meachum Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX 76193-0110 Phone: 817 222-5114 RIN: 2120-AI96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1918. [bull] [rplus]QUALIFICATION, SERVICE, AND USE OF CREWMEMBERS AND AIRCRAFT DISPATCHERS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 119; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 142; 14 CFR 65 [[Page 22920]] Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations for crewmember and dispatcher training programs in domestic, flag, and supplemental operations. The rulemaking would enhance traditional training programs by requiring the use of flight simulation training devices for flight crewmembers and including additional training requirements in areas that are critical to safety. The rulemaking would also reorganize and revise the qualification and training requirements. The changes are intended to contribute significantly to reducing aviation accidents. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: For flight crewmember information contact Edward Cook, for flight attendant information contact Nancy Lauck Claussen, and for aircraft dispatcher information contact David Maloy, Air Carrier Training Branch (AFS-210), Flight Standards Service, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591; telephone (202) 267 8166. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Edward Cook, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park, GA 30337 Phone: 404 305-6100 RIN: 2120-AJ00 _______________________________________________________________________ 1919. [bull] [rplus]AGE 65 UPPER AGE LIMIT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would raise the upper age limit for pilots serving in air carrier operations (14 CFR part 121) to age 65 as long as the other pilot at the controls is under age 60. In addition, and to conform to ICAO standards, the FAA would make a minor amendment to airmen certification rules to require that air carrier pilots over age 60 hold an FAA first-class medical certificate. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Cost estimates are not yet available. They will be included when the draft regulatory evaluation is completed. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20951 Phone: 202 267-9360 Email: larry.youngblut@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AJ01 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1920. SAFE, EFFICIENT USE AND PRESERVATION OF THE NAVIGABLE AIRSPACE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44718 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 77 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would amend the regulations governing objects that may affect the navigable airspace. Specifically, the FAA is proposing to add notification requirements and obstruction standards for electromagnetic interference and amend the obstruction standards for civil airport imaginary surfaces to more closely align these standards with FAA airport design and instrument approach procedure criteria. In addition, the FAA is proposing to increase the number of days in which notice must be filed with the FAA before beginning construction or alteration; add and amend definitions for terms commonly used during the aeronautical evaluation process; and remove the provisions for public hearings and antenna farms. The FAA is also proposing to retitle the rule and reformat it into sections that closely reflect the aeronautical study process. These proposals incorporate case law and legislative action, and simplify the rule language. The intended effect of these proposed changes is to improve safety and promote the efficient use of the National Airspace System. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/13/06 71 FR 34028 NPRM Comment Period End 09/11/06 Final Rule 01/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Project Number: ATA-00-490. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules Procedures Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8783 [[Page 22921]] Email: ellen.crum@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AH31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1921. AREA NAVIGATION (RNAV) AND MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103 to 40105; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119 to 40120; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901 to 44904; 49 USC 44906; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 97; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 129; 14 CFR 135 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The FAA is amending its regulations to reflect technological advances that support area navigation (RNAV); make certain terms consistent with those of the International Civil Aviation Organization; remove the middle marker as a required component of instrument landing systems; and clarify airspace terminology. The changes are intended to facilitate the transition from ground-based navigation to new reference sources, enable advancements in technology, and increase efficiency of the National Airspace System. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/17/02 67 FR 77326 NPRM Comment Period End 01/31/03 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 04/08/03 68 FR 16992 NPRM Comment Period End 07/07/03 Final Action 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance cost not applicable since this final rule will not mandate costs on aircraft operators or on owners of ILS's with middle markers. This rule does not require any changes to the current navigation systems, nor does it require decommissioning middle markers. However, it expands the options available to the aircraft operators and allows decommissioning of some middle markers. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ernest Skiver, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 385-4586 Email: ernie.skiver@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AH77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1922. PERFORMANCE AND HANDLING QUALITIES REQUIREMENTS FOR ROTORCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will amend airworthiness standards for normal and transport category rotorcraft to address technological advances in design and operational trends in normal and transport rotorcraft performance and handling qualities. The changes would enhance the safety standards for performance and handling qualities to reflect the evolution of rotorcraft capabilities. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/25/06 71 FR 42221 NPRM Comment Period End 10/23/06 Final Rule 02/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Project Number: ASW-95-223-A URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Lance T Gant, Air Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 2601 Meachum Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX 76193-0110 Phone: 817 222-5114 RIN: 2120-AH87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1923. [rplus]REVISIONS TO COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER AND DIGITAL FLIGHT DATA RECORDER REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 100(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903; 49 USC 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 44113 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 129; 14 CFR 23; 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) and digital flight data recorder (DFDR) regulations for certain air carriers, operators, and aircraft manufacturers. This rulemaking will increase the duration of CVR and flight data recorder (FDR) recordings; increase the data recording rate of certain DFDR parameters; require physical separation of the DFDR and CVR; improve the reliability of the power supply to both the CVR and DFDR; and, if data-link communication equipment is installed, require that all data-link communications received by an aircraft be recorded. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/28/05 70 FR 9752 NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/27/05 70 FR 21688 NPRM Comment Period End 06/28/05 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: On December 15,2005, OMB ``cleared'' this rulemaking, subject to minor changes, mostly editorial. Actual clearance should date from January 12, 2006, when the revised version was resubmitted to OMB. [[Page 22922]] URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Timothy Shaver, Avionic Systems Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 385-4686 Email: timothy.shaver@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AH88 _______________________________________________________________________ 1924. [rplus]AGING AIRCRAFT PROGRAM (WIDESPREAD FATIGUE DAMAGE) Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 1372; PL 107-71 sec 104; CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 129 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will prevent widespread fatigue damage by proposing to require that design approval holders establish operational limits on transport category airplanes. Design approval holders will also be required to determine if maintenance actions are needed to prevent widespread fatigue damage before an airplane reaches its operational limit. Operators of any affected airplane will be required to incorporate the operational limit and any necessary service information into their maintenance programs. Operation of an affected airplane beyond the operational limit will be prohibited, unless an operator has incorporated an extended operational limit and any necessary service information into its maintenance program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/18/06 71 FR 19927 NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/17/06 71 FR 38540 NPRM Comment Period End 09/18/06 Final Rule 05/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Walter Sippel, ANM-115, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98039-4056 Phone: 425 227-2774 Fax: 425 227-1232 Email: walter.sippel@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1925. HIGH-INTENSITY RADIATED FIELDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44704 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 23; 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The FAA will add certification standards for aircraft electrical and electronic systems because of their increased use in aircraft and vulnerability to high-intensity radiated fields (HIRF). The rule will define specific HIRF certification requirements to provide protection against HIRF effects that will apply to any applicant seeking issuance of a type certificate, amended type certificate, or supplemental type certificate for the initial approval of a new type of aircraft design or a change in aircraft type design. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/01/06 71 FR 5553 NPRM Comment Period End 05/02/06 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Dave Walen, ANM-110N, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055 Phone: 425 917-6586 Email: dave.walen@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI06 _______________________________________________________________________ 1926. AIRPLANE PERFORMANCE AND HANDLING QUALITIES IN ICING CONDITIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The FAA will amend the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes to introduce new requirements to evaluate airplane performance and handling characteristics in icing conditions. The rule will revise the requirements related to ice protection systems on these airplanes, and will harmonize the U.S. airworthiness standards with the European Joint Aviation Requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/04/05 70 FR 67278 NPRM Comment Period End 02/02/06 Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Don Stimson, Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Northwest Mountain Region 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056 Phone: 425 227-1129 Fax: 425 227-1320 Email: don.stimson@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI14 _______________________________________________________________________ 1927. [rplus]FLIGHTDECK DOOR MONITORING AND CREW DISCREET ALERTING SYSTEM Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC [[Page 22923]] 46105; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will require passenger-carrying transport category airplanes used in domestic, flag, and supplemental operations to have a means to allow the flightcrew to visually monitor the door area outside the flightdeck. This will allow the flightcrew to identify persons requesting entry into the flightdeck and to detect suspicious behavior or potential threats. Second, this rulemaking will amend FAA regulations so that, for operations requiring the presence of flight attendants, the flight attendants have a means to discreetly notify the flightcrew of suspicious activity or security breaches in the cabin. This final rule will address standards adopted by the International Civil Aviation Organization following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/21/05 70 FR 55491 NPRM Comment Period End 11/21/05 Final Rule 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance cost not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Joe Keenan, Air Carrier Operations Branch, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8166 Fax: 202 267-9579 Email: joe.keenan@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1928. [rplus]TRANSPORT AIRPLANE FUEL TANK FLAMMABILITY REDUCTION Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 129 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will require that flammability reduction means be incorporated into existing airplanes, newly manufactured airplanes, and new designs. It establishes new design standards for future and pending applications for type certification as well as new operating rules for retrofitting existing airplanes. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/23/05 70 FR 70922 NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/21/06 71 FR 14122 NPRM Comment Period End 05/08/06 Final Rule 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Mike Dostert, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056 Phone: 425 227-2132 Fax: 425 227-1320 Email: mike.dostert@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI23 _______________________________________________________________________ 1929. [rplus]ENHANCED AIRWORTHINESS PROGRAM FOR AIRPLANE SYSTEMS (EAPAS) AND SFAR 88 Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 1372; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 4401; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 129 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will change wiring system and fuel tank system requirements for transport category airplanes. It will organize and clarify design requirements for wire systems by moving existing regulatory references to wiring into a single section of the regulations specifically for wiring and adding new certification rules to address aging issues in wire systems. This rulemaking will require holders of type certificates for certain transport category airplanes to conduct analyses and make necessary changes to existing Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) to improve maintenance procedures for wire systems. It will require operators to incorporate those ICA for wiring into their maintenance or inspection programs. It will also clarify requirements of certain existing operational rules for operators to incorporate ICA for fuel tank systems into their maintenance or inspection programs. The intent of this rulemaking is to help ensure the continued safety of commercial airplanes by improving the design, installation, and maintenance of their electrical wiring systems, as well as by aligning those requirements as closely as possible with the requirements for fuel tank system safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/06/05 70 FR 58507 NPRM Comment Period End 02/03/06 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Stephen M Slotte, Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-2315 Phone: 425 227-2315 RIN: 2120-AI31 [[Page 22924]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1930. DAMAGE TOLERANCE DATA FOR REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46301; 49 USC 1372; PL 107-17, sec 104 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 129 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will require holders of design approvals to make available to operators damage tolerance data for repairs and alterations to fatigue critical airplane structure. This rulemaking is needed to support operator compliance with the requirement to include damage tolerance inspections and procedures in their maintenance programs, and to enable operators to take into account the possible adverse effects of repairs and alterations on fatigue critical structure. The intended effect of this rulemaking is to ensure the continued airworthiness of fatigue critical airplane structure by requiring design approval holders to support operator compliance with specified damage tolerance requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/21/06 71 FR 20574 NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/07/06 71 FR 38541 NPRM Comment Period End 07/20/06 Extended NPRM Comment Period End09/18/06 Final Rule 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Greg Schneider, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055 Phone: 425 227-2116 Fax: 425 227-1181 Email: greg.schneider@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI32 _______________________________________________________________________ 1931. PASSENGER FACILITY CHARGE PROGRAM, DEBT SERVICE, AIR CARRIER BANKRUPTCY, AND MISCELLANEOUS CHANGES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40116 to 40117; 49 USC 47106; 49 USC 47111 to 47116; 49 USC 47524; 49 USC 47526; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 158 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking is intended to change the passenger facility charge program to add more eligible uses for revenue, protect such revenue in bankruptcy proceedings, and eliminate charges to passengers on military charters. These actions respond to Vision 100--Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act. In addition, the action would revise current reporting requirements to reflect technological improvements; promulgate some existing practices and policies into current regulations; and clarify and update existing references and regulations. This would further streamline the existing policies of the passenger facility charge program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/01/06 71 FR 5188 NPRM Comment Period End 04/03/06 Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Sheryl Scarborough, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8825 Fax: 202 267-5302 Email: sheryl.scarborough@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI68 _______________________________________________________________________ 1932. AIRCRAFT ENGINE STANDARDS FOR LIFE-LIMITED PARTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 33 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend the certification standards for original and amended type certificates for aircraft engines by modifying the standards for engine life limited parts. The rule will establish new and uniform standards for the design and testing of life limited parts for aircraft engines certificated by the FAA, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA), and will add new standards for the design of reciprocating engine turbocharger rotors. The rule will also harmonize 14 CFR part 33 requirements with EASA and JAA requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/02/06 71 FR 5770 NPRM Comment Period End 05/03/06 Final Rule 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: The proposed rule clarifies requirements and is expected to either reduce costs or impose no new costs on aircraft engine manufacturers. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Tim Mouzakis, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 781 238-7114 Email: timoleon.mouzakis@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI72 [[Page 22925]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1933. AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: ENGINE BIRD INGESTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 33 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The FAA will amend the aircraft turbine engine type certification standards to reflect recent analysis of the threat flocking birds present to turbine engine aircraft. These changes also harmonize FAA, Joint Aviation Authority (JAA), and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) bird ingestion standards for aircraft turbine engines type certificated by the United States and the JAA/EASA countries, and simplify airworthiness approvals for import and export. These changes are necessary to establish uniform international standards that provide an adequate level of safety for aircraft turbine engines with respect to the current large flocking bird threat. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/20/06 71 FR 41184 NPRM Comment Period End 09/18/06 Final Rule 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Project No. ANE-01-206-A URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Marc Bouthiller, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 781 238-7196 Email: marc.bouthiller@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1934. AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: SAFETY ANALYSIS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 33 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the safety analysis type certification standard for turbine aircraft engines. This action will harmonize FAA's type certification standard for safety analysis with the corresponding standards of the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This action will establish a nearly uniform safety analysis standard for turbine aircraft engines certified in the United States under part 33 of title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 33) and in European countries under Joint Aviation Requirements-Engines (JAR-E) and Certification Specifications-Engines (CS-E), thereby simplifying airworthiness approvals for import and export. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/18/06 71 FR 40675 NPRM Comment Period End 10/16/06 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Project No. ANE-99-011-A URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ann Azevedo, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 781 238-7117 Email: ann.azevedo@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI74 _______________________________________________________________________ 1935. FEES FOR CERTIFICATION SERVICES AND APPROVALS PERFORMED OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 31 USC 9701; 49USC 40104 to 40105; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45301 to 45302; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40109 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 187; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 65 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the regulations pertaining to payment of fees to the FAA for certification services performed outside the United States. Until now, fees could be paid by check, money order, wire transfer, or draft, payable in U.S. currency and drawn on a U.S. bank. Fees for certain aircraft flights transiting U.S.-controlled airspace can also be paid by credit card. The rule amends the regulations to allow payment by credit card for certification services performed outside the U.S. Additionally, this rule amends the regulations where it is unclear that fees for airmen certification services apply to all applicants located outside the United States, regardless of citizenship. This action is necessary to provide consistency within FAA regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: This rule is being revised to allow the use of credit cards for certification services and some minor clarifications. No regulatory evaluation will be done except a summary. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Emily A White, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 385-8073 Fax: 202 493-5888 Email: emily.white@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1936. DIRECT FINAL RULE PROCESS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44110; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 46102; 49 USC 106(g) [[Page 22926]] CFR Citation: 14 CFR 11 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend FAA regulations that define a direct final rule and how it is processed. It would allow the FAA to dispose of the adverse comments it receives during the direct final rule comment period in subsequent rulemaking actions. This change would streamline our process, creating a more efficient process while providing a better service to the aviation industry and the flying public. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance cost not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Timothy Adams, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8033 Fax: 202 267-5075 Email: timothy.r.adams@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI80 _______________________________________________________________________ 1937. SPECIAL FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION NO. XX--MITSUBISHI MU-2B SERIES AIRPLANE SPECIAL TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, AND OPERATING REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45301 to 45302; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 49 USC 106(g); Articles 12 and 29 of Convention on International Civil Aviation (61 Stat 1) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 135 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would create new pilot training, experience, and operating requirements in a Special Federal Aviation Regulation applicable to the Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane. Following an increased accident and incident rate in the MU-2B airplane, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conducted a safety evaluation of the MU- 2B series airplane and found that changes in the training and operating requirements for that airplane are needed. These regulations would improve pilot training for the MU-2B airplane. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/28/06 71 FR 56905 NPRM Comment Period End 10/30/06 Supplemental NPRM 01/03/07 72 FR 55 Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End 02/03/07 Final Rule 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Pete Devaris, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-5094 Email: peter.devaris@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI82 _______________________________________________________________________ 1938. INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION TWO-YEAR RENEWAL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45301 to 45302; 49 USC 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 65 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the regulations for the Inspection Authorization (IA) renewal period. Originally, the regulation allowed for a 1-year renewal. This rulemaking changes that requirement to a 2- year renewal period. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 01/23/07 72 FR 4399 Comment Period End 03/01/07 Direct Final Rule Effective 03/01/07 Disposition of Comments 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: By changing the renewal period from 1 year to 2 years, the FAA reduces the renewal administrative costs by 50 percent. Both the FAA and the mechanic holding the IA will realize this cost reduction. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Kim Barnette, AFS-350, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 493-4922 Fax: 202 267-5115 Email: kim.a.barnette@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1939. [bull] CHANGES TO THE DEFINITION OF CERTAIN LIGHT-SPORT AIRCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the definition of a Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA), which was originally published in the Federal Register on July 27, 2004, in the ``Certification of Aircraft and Airmen for the Operation of Light-Sport Aircraft'' final rule. This correction will permit development of lighter-than-air (LTA) Light-Sport Aircraft and allow retractable landing [[Page 22927]] gear for LSA intended for operation on water. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Minimal compliance cost. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Larry Werth, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 901 Locust, Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: 816 329-4147 Email: larry.werth@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1940. [bull] CHANGE IN EXTINGUISHING AGENT CONTAINER REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46301; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action aligns the operational and certification safety requirements regarding over-pressurization of airplane extinguishing agent containers or fire bottles to prevent bursting; and it removes an obsolete section reference from part 135. This action eliminates the requirement for an over-pressurized fire bottle to discharge extinguishing agent outside an airplane to prevent bursting, because newer non-corrosive extinguishing agents can now be discharged inside an airplane without degrading an airframe. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance cost is not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Joel Schlossberg, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202-267-8908 Fax: 202-267-5115 Email: joel.schlossberg@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1941. [bull] NATIONALITY AND REGISTRATION MARKS, NON-FIXED-WING AIRCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44101 to 44105; 49 USC 44107 to 44108; 49 USC 44109; 49 USC 44110 to 44111; 49 USC 44504; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44708 to 44709; 49 USC 44711 to 44713; 49 USC 44725; 49 USC 45302 to 45303; 49 USC 46104; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 46304 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 45 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This direct final rule will permit operators of U.S.-- registered powered parachute and weight-shift-control aircraft to display their nationality and registration marks in other than a horizontal orientation and in varying locations, either on the exterior fuselage or on a structural component, of the aircraft. It also clarifies the size requirements for these marks. This action provides a solution to the challenges faced by some operators in complying with current regulations that require these marks to be displayed horizontally. This rule also eliminates the need for affected operators to petition for an exemption from current nationality and registration marks requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Compliance cost is not applicable since this is a minimal impact rule not requiring a regulatory evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Grant Schneemann, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8473 Fax: 202 267-5580 Email: grant.schnemann@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AJ02 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1942. PART 95 INSTRUMENT FLIGHT RULES Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 44721; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40114 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 95 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This is a nonsignificant body of regulations which prescribes altitudes governing the operation of aircraft under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) on Air Traffic System (ATS) routes, or other direct routes which have a designated Minimum Enroute Altitude (MEA). In addition, it designates mountainous areas and [[Page 22928]] changeover points as they relate to route altitudes. These regulations are an established body of technical requirements that are issued routinely and frequently to maintain operational efficiency. Total actions expected--270. 10/00/2006 - 10/00/2007. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Actions Will Continue Through 04/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John McGraw, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-4586 Email: john.mcgraw@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AA63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1943. AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 39 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would issue Airworthiness Directives (AD) as needed to address any unsafe condition in a type certificated product, if that unsafe condition is likely to exist or develop in products of the same type design. Airworthiness Directives are legally enforceable rules that apply to the following type certificated products: Aircraft, aircraft engines, propellers, and appliances. Part 39 of title 14 requires each operator of a product affected by an AD and to comply with the terms of the AD, to continue to operate that product. The AD may mandate operational limitations, maintenance, or alterations for the affected product. The vast majority of routine and frequent ADs are nonsignificant. Total actions expected--550. 10/00/2006 - 11/00/2007. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Actions Will Continue Through 04/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Linda Walker, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-9592 RIN: 2120-AA64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1944. STANDARD INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURES Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 44721 to 44722; 49 USC 106(g) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 97 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAP) provide for instrument letdown to airports in the United States. They are a nonsignificant body of regulations that are complex and technical in nature and require routine and frequent rulemaking to maintain efficiency. The FAA issues, revises, and cancels SIAPs by adopting amendments that are incorporated into 14 CFR part 97. Contemporaneously with publication in the Federal Register, the SIAPs are made available to the Aeronautical Charting and Cartography Office in the FAA and other publishers of aeronautical charts where they are published as approach procedure charts or ``approach plates.'' These charts are made available to the members of the aviation community for use by pilots in making instrument approaches. Total actions expected--3300. 10/00/2006- 10/00/2007. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Actions Will Continue Through 04/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John McGraw, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-4586 Email: john.mcgraw@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AA65 _______________________________________________________________________ 1945. AIRSPACE ACTIONS Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; EO 10854 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 71; 14 CFR 73; 14 CFR 75 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Rulemaking airspace actions are used to designate, modify, or revoke airways, routes, terminal airspace, and special use airspace (SUA) within the United States and its territories. These actions require routine and frequent rulemaking to designate or modify controlled airspace of SUA, as needed, to ensure the safe and efficient use of the National Airspace System and to accommodate Department of Defense operations. The vast majority of airspace actions are nonsignificant. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Actions Will Continue Through 04/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Edith V Parish, Manager of Airspace and Rules, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20951 [[Page 22929]] Phone: 202 267-8783 Email: edith.parish@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AA66 _______________________________________________________________________ 1946. [rplus]REVISIONS TO DIGITAL FLIGHT DATA RECORDER REGULATIONS FOR B-737 AIRPLANES AND FOR PART 125 OPERATORS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 91 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the digital flight data recorder (DFDR) regulations for transport category airplanes to add a requirement for all Boeing 737 (B-737) series airplanes to record additional flight data parameters. It is based on safety recommendations issued by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) following the investigation of the 1994 USAir Flight 427 accident. This rulemaking is significant because of substantial public interest. A final rule had been scheduled for August 11, 2000. Since publication of the NPRM, the FAA has mandated significant changes to the rudder system on 737s. Accordingly, the proposed rule would apply to a different set of airplanes than originally anticipated. The FAA has requested comment on this change in applicability and updated economic information about the installation of the proposed monitoring equipment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/18/99 64 FR 63139 NPRM Comment Period End 12/20/99 Final Action 09/05/06 71 FR 52381 Comment Period End 12/04/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Project Number: AIR-99-272R. ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 11/18/99, 64 FR 63139 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Timothy Shaver, Avionic Systems Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 385-4686 Email: timothy.shaver@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AG87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1947. [rplus]WASHINGTON, DC, METROPOLITAN AREA SPECIAL FLIGHT RULES AREA Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44502; CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would codify restrictions for certain aircraft operations in the Washington, DC, Metropolitan Area. This action is necessary because of the ongoing threat of terrorist attacks. The FAA intends by this action to help the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Defense protect national assets in the National Capital region. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/04/05 70 FR 45249 NPRM Comment Period End 08/04/05 NPRM Comment Period Extended 11/07/05 70 FR 67388 Extended NPRM Comment Period End02/06/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules Procedures Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8783 Email: ellen.crum@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI17 _______________________________________________________________________ 1948. [rplus]DRUG ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44101 to 44108; 49 USC 44110 to 44111 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 47; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 65 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 18, 1989, Final Rule. Abstract: This rule would amend airmen certification and aircraft registration requirements. Two years after the final rule becomes effective, paper pilot certificates would no longer be used to exercise piloting privileges. Five years after the final rule becomes effective, certain other paper airmen certificates, such as those of flight engineers and mechanics, would no longer be used to exercise the privileges authorized by those certificates. To exercise the privileges after those respective dates, the airmen would have to hold upgraded, counterfeit-resistant plastic certificates. Student pilots would not be affected. In addition, those who transfer ownership of U.S.-registered aircraft would have 5 days from the transaction to notify the FAA Aircraft Registry. Those who apply for aircraft registration would have to include their printed or typed name with their signature. These changes are responsive to concerns raised in the FAA Drug Enforcement Assistance Act. The purpose of the changes is to upgrade the quality of data and documents to assist Federal, State, and local agencies to enforce the Nation's drug laws. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/05/07 72 FR 489 NPRM Comment Period End 03/06/07 Next Action Undetermined [[Page 22930]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Mark Lash, Civil Aviation Registry, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 6500 South MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73169 Phone: 405 954-4331 Email: mark.lash@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1949. [rplus]SPECIAL AWARENESS TRAINING FOR THE WASHINGTON, DC, METROPOLITAN AREA Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44103; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45301 to 45302; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 49 USC 106(g); Articles 12 and 29 of Convention on International Civil Aviation (61Stat 1180); 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 1155 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish training requirements for any pilot who flies under visual flight rules within 100 nautical miles of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's omni-directional range/ distance measuring equipment. The training primarily focuses on the procedures for flying in and around Washington, DC's Special Flight Rules Area and Flight Restricted Zone. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/05/06 71 FR 38118 NPRM Comment Period End 09/05/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John D Lynch, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-3844 RIN: 2120-AI63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1950. [rplus]CONGESTION MANAGEMENT RULE FOR LAGUARDIA AIRPORT Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 46301 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would provide a long-term solution to increased congestion and delay at New York's LaGuardia Airport (LaGuardia). The rulemaking, if adopted, would establish an operational limit on the number of aircraft landing and taking off at the airport. To offset the effect of this limit, the rulemaking would increase utilization of the airport by encouraging the use of larger aircraft through implementing an airport-wide, average aircraft size requirement designed to increase the number of passengers that may use the airport within the overall proposed operational limits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/29/06 71 FR 51359 NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/24/06 71 FR 62217 NPRM Comment Period End 10/30/06 Extended NPRM Comment Period End12/29/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: OMB has indicated they will need the full 90 days to review this NPRM. Therefore, it will be a challenge to publish a final rule before the HDR expires at LaGuardia. Options are available for how to proceed if this final rule does not publish by December 31, 2006. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Molly W Smith, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-3344 Email: molly.w.smith@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1951. [rplus]COMMUTER OPERATIONS IN VERY LIGHT JETS (VLJS) Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 119; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 23; 14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would change the certification and operation regulations to accommodate the entry into the airspace system of very light jets. These changes are necessary because of the introduction of a new type of airplane as a result of significant changes in the aviation industry. The rulemaking resulted, in part, from recommendations from the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee for parts 14 CFR 135 and 125. The rulemaking would cover aircraft certification, pilot crew, equipment, training, and dispatch requirements for the safe operation of this new type of airplane. [[Page 22931]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ida Klepper, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-9677 Email: ida.klepper@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI84 _______________________________________________________________________ 1952. [bull] [rplus]FLIGHT CREWMEMBER DUTY LIMITATIONS AND REST REQUIREMENTS Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 104-4. Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations on duty period limitations, flight time limitations, and rest requirements for flight crewmembers engaged in air transportation. The changes would respond to the need to ensure that the rules will continue to provide the minimum level of safety. This rulemaking responds to public and congressional interest in regulating flight crewmember rest requirements, NTSB Safety Recommendations, petitions for rulemaking, and scientific data. This action is considered significant because of substantial public interest. The FAA is considering proposing additional changes in response to comments received on the NPRM. Timetable: Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: This rulemaking was inadvertently withdrawn in the fall 2005 agenda as RIN 2120-AF63. ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/20/95, 60 FR 65951 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8166 RIN: 2120-AI93 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1953. [rplus]NATIONAL AIR TOUR SAFETY STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44705 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 119; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 136; 14 CFR 119; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 136; 14 CFR 61 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking imposes new regulations for air tour and sightseeing operations that have been allowed to operate under less stringent regulations than those applied to other types of commercial operations. Hot air balloons and gliders are not be included in this amendment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/23/03 68 FR 60571 NPRM Comment Period End 04/19/04 69 FR 2529 Final Action 02/13/07 72 FR 6883 Final Rule Effective 03/15/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-91-012R. RIN 2120-AF61, which was proposed as a new item for this agenda, was a duplicate of this rulemaking and has been terminated. This rulemaking was previously titled ``Sightseeing Operations.'' ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/00/2003 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Alberta Brown, Air Transportation Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8321 RIN: 2120-AF07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1954. [rplus]EXTENDED OPERATIONS (ETOPS) OF MULTI-ENGINE AIRPLANES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46105 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 33; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule governs the design, maintenance, and operation of airplanes and engines for flights that [[Page 22932]] go certain long distances beyond an adequate airport. This rule extends some requirements that previously applied only to two-engine airplanes to airplanes with more than two engines. This rule implements existing best practices and policy, industry recommendations and international standards to assure that long-range flight will operate safely. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/14/03 68 FR 64730 NPRM Comment Period End 05/15/04 69 FR 551 Final Rule 01/16/07 72 FR 1807 Correction 02/15/07 72 FR 7346 Final Rule Effective 02/15/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert Reich, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-7262 Email: robert.reich@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI03 _______________________________________________________________________ 1955. [rplus]EXPERIMENTAL PERMIT FOR SUBORBITAL REUSABLE LAUNCH VEHICLES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 70101; 49 USC 70103 to 70105; 49 USC 70121 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 461 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, December 23, 2005. Final, Statutory, June 23, 2006. Abstract: This rulemaking will establish application requirements for an operator of a manned or unmanned reusable suborbital rocket to obtain an experimental permit. A permit provides an alternative to licensing for operators of reusable suborbital rockets. The rulemaking will also establish operating requirements and restrictions on launch and reentry of reusable suborbital rockets operated under a permit. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/31/06 71 FR 16251 NPRM Comment Period End 05/30/06 Final Rule 04/06/07 72 FR 17001 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Randy Repcheck, Flight Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8760 Email: randy.repcheck@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI56 _______________________________________________________________________ 1956. [rplus]HUMAN SPACE FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS FOR CREW AND SPACE FLIGHT PARTICIPANTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 70101 to 70121 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 401; 14 CFR 431; 14 CFR 432; 14 CFR 440; 14 CFR 450; 14 CFR 415; 14 CFR 435; 14 CFR 460 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, December 23, 2005. Final, Statutory, June 23, 2006. Abstract: This rule establishes requirements for crew qualifications, training, and notification. It also establishes training and informed consent requirements for space flight participants. The requirements are designed to provide an acceptable level of safety to the general public and to notify individuals on board of the risks associated with a launch or reentry. The rule also modifies existing financial responsibility and waiver of liability requirements to account for the FAA's new authority to regulate space flight participants and crew, and to issue experimental permits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/29/05 70 FR 77261 NPRM Comment Period End 02/27/06 Final Rule 12/15/06 71 FR 75615 Final Rule Effective 02/13/07 Correction 02/20/07 72 FR 7740 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ken Wong, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-8465 Email: ken.wong@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI57 _______________________________________________________________________ 1957. FIRE PENETRATION RESISTANCE OF THERMAL ACOUSTIC INSULATION INSTALLED ON TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule extends the date for operators to comply with the fire penetration resistance requirements of thermal/acoustic insulation used in airplanes manufactured after September 2, 2007. The extension is from September 2, 2007, to September 2, 2009. This rule is needed to allow airframe manufacturers enough time, after finalizing an acceptable certification test facility, to select and certificate appropriate installations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/03/06 71 FR 16677 NPRM Comment Period End 06/02/06 Final Rule 01/12/07 72 FR 1438 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 22933]] Additional Information: A 2-year postponement of the new thermal acoustic insulation standards would spare manufacturers an added setup cost of slightly less than $60 million at an expected societal loss of $4 million in benefits. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jeff Gardlin, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056 Phone: 425 227-2136 Email: jeff.gardlin@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI75 _______________________________________________________________________ 1958. FAA APPROVED CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 45101 to 45105; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46301 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 91 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On July 14, 2006, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amended certain operating regulations to allow passengers or aircraft operators to furnish and use more types of Child Restraint Systems (CRS) on aircraft. The rule allowed the use of CRSs that the FAA approves under the aviation standards of Technical Standard Order C- 100b, Child Restraint Systems. In addition, the rule allowed the use of CRS approved by the FAA under its certification regulations regarding the approval of materials, parts, processes, and appliances. The intended effect of the rule was to increase the number of CRS options that are available for use on aircraft, while maintaining safe standards for certification and approval. This action is a summary and disposition of comments received on the July 14, 2006, final rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 07/14/06 71 FR 40003 Comment Period End 08/14/06 Final Rule Effective 08/14/06 Correction 10/10/06 71 FR 59373 Disposition of Comments 11/17/06 71 FR 66840 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Nancy L Claussen, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 2800 44th N. Street, Suite 450, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Phone: 602 379-4864 Email: nancy.claussen@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI76 _______________________________________________________________________ 1959. [bull] AMENDING THE CONGESTION AND DELAY REDUCTION AT CHICAGO O'HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 46301 CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule revises section 93.25, ``Initial assignment of Arrival Authorizations to U.S. and Canadian air carriers for domestic and U.S./Canada transborder service,'' to direct the FAA to assign each U.S. and Canadian conducting scheduled service at O'Hare by January 27, 2007, Arrival Authorizations based on their permanent holdings as of the 7-day period of October 22 through October 28, 2006, as evidenced by the FAA's records. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 10/13/06 71 FR 60414 Final Rule Effective 10/29/06 Comment Period End 12/12/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Komal Jain, AGC-240, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591 Phone: 202 267-3073 Email: komal.jain@faa.gov RIN: 2120-AI87 BILLING CODE 4910--13--S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1960. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW OF ACTIVITIES THAT SUPPORT THE DEPLOYMENT OF ITS PROJECTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Sec 6010 of PL 109-59 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 10, 2006. Abstract: Pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, this rulemaking would establish categorical exclusions for activities that support the deployment of intelligent transportation infrastructure and systems from the requirement that an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement be prepared under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) in compliance with the standards for categorical exclusions established by NEPA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No [[Page 22934]] Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Carol Braegelmann, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 29590 Phone: 202 366-1701 Email: carol.braeglemann@dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF15 _______________________________________________________________________ 1961. [bull] INDIAN RESERVATION ROAD BRIDGE PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 23 USC 202(d); SAFETEA-LU sec 1119(g), PL 109-59 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 661 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would allow funding for preliminary engineering, construction engineering, and construction for the replacement or rehabilitation of structurally deficient or functionally obsolete IRR bridges. This rulemaking would also add certain definitions and restructure 23 CFR part 661. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Russell Garcia, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9815 Email: russell.garcia@dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF20 _______________________________________________________________________ 1962. [bull] CRASH TEST LABORATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR FHWA ROADSIDE SAFETY HARDWARE ACCEPTANCE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: sec 1307, PL 105-178; 23 USC 109, 114, and 314; 49 CFR 1.48(b) CFR Citation: 23 CFR 637 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise FHWA's regulations that establish the general requirements for quality assurance procedures for construction on all Federal-aid highway projects on the National Highway System. Specifically, this rule would require accreditation of laboratories that conduct crash tests on roadside hardware and provide the results to the FHWA for formal hardware acceptance. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Matt Lupes, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-6994 Email: matt.lupes@dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF21 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1963. [rplus]NATIONAL STANDARDS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES FOR STREETS AND HIGHWAYS; MAINTAINING TRAFFIC SIGN RETROREFLECTIVITY Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 CFR 1.48(b); 23 USC 101(a); 23 USC 104; 23 USC 105; 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a) CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655; 49 CFR 1.48(b) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action would update the standards for retroreflectivity of traffic signs. Section 406(a) of the Department of Transportation and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 1993 requires the Secretary of Transportation to revise the MUTCD to include a standard for a minimum level of retroreflectivity that must be maintained for traffic signs. The FHWA is interested in establishing standards for nighttime visibility of traffic signs. The FHWA will develop these standards by considering the results of research, engineering practices, and comments received in response to this notice of proposed amendments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/30/04 69 FR 45623 NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/22/04 69 FR 62007 NPRM Comment Period End 10/28/04 Extended NPRM Comment Period End02/01/05 Supplemental NPRM 05/08/06 71 FR 26711 Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End 11/06/06 Final Rule 11/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: The FHWA, at the request of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and the National Committee on the Uniform Traffic Control Devices (NCUTCD), extended the comment period until February 1, 2005. The notice announcing the extension of the comment period was published in the Federal Register on October 22, 2004. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John Baxter, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9198 [[Page 22935]] Email: john.baxter@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AE98 _______________________________________________________________________ 1964. [rplus]PROJECTS OF NATIONAL AND REGIONAL SIGNIFICANCE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 109-59 (SAFETEA-LU) sec 1301 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 505 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 6, 2006, Final rule. Abstract: This rulemaking would, pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, establish the manner in which the Secretary will evaluate and rate the transportation infrastructure projects based on the results of preliminary engineering, project justification, and the degree of non-Federal financial commitment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/24/06 71 FR 41748 NPRM Comment Period End 09/22/06 Final Rule 02/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ed Strocko, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2997 Email: ed.strocko@dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF08 _______________________________________________________________________ 1965. TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59 (SAFETEA-LU) sec 1110 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish, pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, the conditions for the appropriate use of, and expenditure of funds for, uniformed law enforcement officers, positive protective measures between workers and motorized traffic, and installation and maintenance of temporary traffic control devices during construction, utility, and maintenance operations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/01/06 71 FR 64173 NPRM Comment Period End 01/02/07 NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/19/06 71 FR 75898 NPRM Comment Period End 02/16/07 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2192 Email: linda.brown@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF10 _______________________________________________________________________ 1966. [rplus]DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 23 USC 112; sec 1503 of PL 109-59 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 636 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 8, 2005. Abstract: Pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, this rulemaking would eliminate the prohibition on States issuing requests for proposals, proceeding with awards of design-build contracts, or issuing notices to proceed with preliminary design work under design-build contracts prior to compliance with section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) and requiring State Departments of Transportation or local transportation agencies to receive approval from the Secretary of Transportation before carrying out such activity. This rulemaking would also preclude a design-build contractor from proceeding with final design or construction of any permanent improvement prior to completion of the section 102 NEPA process. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/25/06 71 FR 30100 NPRM Comment Period End 07/24/06 Final Rule 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Local, State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jerry Yakowenko, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1562 Email: gerald.yakowenko@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF12 _______________________________________________________________________ 1967. [rplus]PARKS, RECREATION AREAS, WILDLIFE AND WATERFOWL REFUGES, AND HISTORICAL SITES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 23 USC 138; 49 USC 303; PL 109-59 (sec 6009 of SAFETEA-LU) CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771; 23 CFR 774; 49 CFR 622 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 10, 2006. Abstract: This FHWA/FTA joint rulemaking would clarify the factors to be considered and the standards to be applied in determining the prudence and feasibility of alternatives under section 4(f) (138 of title 23, U.S. Code, and section 303 of title 49, U.S. Code). Section 4(f) properties include certain parks, recreation areas, wildlife and waterfowl refuges, and historic sites described in section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966 (Pub.L. 89-670). Section 4(f) generally prohibits the use of such properties for transportation projects unless the Secretary of Transportation finds there is no feasible and prudent alternative and all possible planning to minimize the harm is undertaken. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/27/06 71 FR 42611 [[Page 22936]] NPRM Comment Period End 09/25/06 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Diane M. Mobley, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1366 Email: diane.mobley@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF14 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1968. [rplus]EXPRESS LANE DEMONSTRATION PROJECT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 109-59 (SAFETEA-LU) sec 1604 CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 6, 2006, Complete rulemaking. Abstract: Pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, this rulemaking would establish requirements, standards, or performance specifications for automated toll collection systems implemented under the Express Lanes Demonstration Project. Timetable: Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jeff Paniati, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0408 Email: jeff.paniati@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1969. [bull] [rplus]REAL-TIME SYSTEM MANAGEMENT INFORMATION PROGRAM Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: sec 1201 of PL 109-59; 23 USC 315; 49 CFR 1.48 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 500 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action would establish a real-time system management information program to provide, in all States, the capability to monitor, in real-time, the traffic and travel conditions of the major highways of the United States. Section 1201 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) provides that the purpose of this program would be to improve the security of the surface transportation system, to address the congestion problems facing motorists, to support improved response to weather events and surface transportation incidents, and to facilitate national and regional highway traveler information. Timetable: Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert Rupert, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2194 Email: robert.rupert@dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF19 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1970. [rplus]METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 109-59 (SAFETEA-LU), sec 3005; 23 USC 134; 49 USC 5303 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 450; 49 CFR 613 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 6, 2006, Final Rule. Abstract: This rulemaking would, pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, set standards for the annual listing of projects for which Federal funds have been obligated in the preceding year and would specify the types of data to be included in such lists, including sufficient information about each project to identify its type, location, and amount obligated. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/09/06 71 FR 33510 NPRM Comment Period End 09/07/06 Final Rule 02/14/07 72 FR 7224 Final Rule Effective 03/16/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Local URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Larry Anderson, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2374 Email: larry.anderson@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF09 [[Page 22937]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1971. WORKER VISIBILITY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59 (SAFETEA-LU) sec 1402 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 635 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 10, 2006. Abstract: Pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, this regulation would require workers whose duties place them on or in close proximity to a Federal-aid Highway to wear high visibility garments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/24/06 71 FR 20925 NPRM Comment Period End 06/23/06 Final Action 11/24/06 71 FR 67792 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Hari Kalla, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5915 Email: hari.kalla@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF11 _______________________________________________________________________ 1972. [rplus]SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PROJECT DELIVERY PILOT PROGRAM Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 109-59 (SAFETEA-LU sec 6005) CFR Citation: 23 CFR 773 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, May 8, 2006. Abstract: This rulemaking would establish requirements relating to information required to be contained in any application of a State to participate in the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Pilot Program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/05/06 71 FR 17040 NPRM Comment Period End 06/05/06 Final Rule 02/12/07 72 FR 6464 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ruth Rentch, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2034 Email: ruth.rentch@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF13 _______________________________________________________________________ 1973. TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES ON FEDERAL-AID AND OTHER STREETS AND HIGHWAYS; STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 23 USC 101(a), 104, 109, 114(a), 217, 315 and 402; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the FHWA regulations that prescribe procedures for obtaining basic uniformity of traffic control devices on Federal-aid and other streets and highways. This rulemaking also would make some nomenclature changes, provide clarification on the meaning of substantial conformance and roads open to public travel, and would remove certain outdated references. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/25/06 71 FR 23877 NPRM Comment Period End 06/26/06 NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/14/06 71 FR 34297 Extended NPRM Comment Period End07/21/06 Final Rule 12/14/06 71 FR 75111 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2192 Email: linda.brown@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1974. SIZE AND WEIGHT ENFORCEMENT AND REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, 119 stat 1144 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 657; 23 CFR 658 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would update the regulations governing the enforcement of commercial vehicle size and weight to incorporate provisions enacted in SAFETEA-LU, remove and correct outdated references, and clarify the usage of the terms ``recreational vehicles'' and ``nondivisible vehicles or loads.'' Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/07/06 71 FR 25516 NPRM Comment Period End 06/30/06 Final Rule 02/20/07 72 FR 7741 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: William Mahorney, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington , DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-6817 Email: bill.mahorney@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF17 _______________________________________________________________________ 1975. CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 23 USC 106(d), 106(f), 112(b), 302, 307, and 315; 49 CFR 18; sec 1904(a)(1) of PL 109-59; 23 USC 106(d), 106(f), 112(b), 302, 307 a CFR Citation: 23 CFR 627; 23 CFR 635 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 22938]] Abstract: This rulemaking would revise certain provisions in 23 CFR part 635, subpart D, to comply with section 5514 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) that requires the FHWA to ensure that the States provide for competition with respect to the specification of alternative types of culvert pipes. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/17/06 71 FR 19667 NPRM Comment Period End 06/16/06 Final Rule 11/15/06 71 FR 66450 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jerry Yakowenko, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1562 Email: gerald.yakowenko@fhwa.dot.gov RIN: 2125-AF18 BILLING CODE 4910--22--S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1976. [rplus]UNIFIED REGISTRATION SYSTEM Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 104-88; 109 Stat 803, 888 (1995); 49 USC 13908; sec 4304 of PL 109-159 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 360, 365, 366, 368, 387, and 390 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 10, 2006. Abstract: This rulemaking would replace three current identification and registration systems: The US DOT number identification system, the commercial registration system, and the financial responsibility system--with an online Federal unified registration system. This program would serve as a clearinghouse and depository of information on, and identification of, brokers, freight forwarders, and others required to register with the Department of Transportation. The Agency is revising this rulemaking to address amendments directed by SAFETEA- LU. The replacement system for the Single State Registration System, which the ICC Termination Act originally directed be merged under URS, will be addressed separately. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 08/26/96 61 FR 43816 ANPRM Comment Period End 10/25/96 NPRM 05/19/05 70 FR 28990 NPRM Comment Period End 08/17/05 Supplemental NPRM 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-97-2349. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Valerie Height, Transportation Specialist, Regulatory Development Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5370 Email: fmcsaregs@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA22 _______________________________________________________________________ 1977. [rplus]CERTIFICATION OF SAFETY AUDITORS, SAFETY INVESTIGATORS, AND SAFETY INSPECTORS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: sec 211, PL 106-159; sec 350, PL 107-87; 49 USC 31148 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 9, 2000. Abstract: This rulemaking would require that any safety inspection, audit, or review be conducted by a certified inspector, auditor, or investigator. It is required by section 211 of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act. Based on comments to the IFR, the Agency will issue an SNPRM that addresses issues not clarified in the IFR. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule (IFR) 03/19/02 67 FR 12776 IFR Comment Period End 05/20/02 IFR Effective Date Delayed 06/17/02 67 FR 41196 IFR Effective 07/17/02 IFR Ext. of Statutory Compliance Date 07/28/03 68 FR 44378 Notice: Environmental Assessment (EA) 10/02/03 68 FR 56863 EA Comment Period End 11/03/03 Notice: Statutory Compliance Date 12/23/03 68 FR 74287 SNPRM 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Local, State Additional Information: Docket Nos. FMCSA-2001-11060 and FMCSA-2003- 15642. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Barbara Rendler, Transportation Specialist, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Room 8305, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4844 Email: barbara.rendler@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1978. [rplus]HOURS OF SERVICE OF DRIVERS; SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 103-311, sec 113; 108 Stat 1673, 1676 (1994); 49 USC [[Page 22939]] 504; 49 USC 14122, 31133, 31136, and 31502 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385, 390, and 395 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 26, 1996. Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the hours-of-service recordkeeping requirements to clarify what supporting documents motor carriers must have to validate hours of service records. It would clarify: That the duty of motor carriers is to verify the accuracy of drivers' hours of service (HOS) and records of duty status (RODS) if including automatic on-board records; that the driver's duty is to collect and submit to the motor carrier all supporting documents with the RODS; that carriers are required to maintain supporting documents with the RODS; and that a supporting document based on a self- monitoring system is required to be the primary method for ensuring compliance with the HOS regulations. It would allow the use of electronic documents as a supplement to, and in certain instances in lieu of, paper supporting documents in recognition of developing technologies. It would clarify the definitions of ``supporting documents,'' ``employee,'' and ``driver,'' and the current requirement that each motor carrier use a self-monitoring system to verify HOS and RODS. This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial industry interest and safety. FMCSA is withdrawing this rule to further review Paperwork Reduction Act impacts and burdens. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/20/98 63 FR 19457 NPRM Comment Period End 06/19/98 Supplemental NPRM With Request for Comments 11/03/04 69 FR 63997 SNPRM Comment Period End 01/03/05 Withdrawal 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-98-3706. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: David Mancl, Office of Enforcement and Compliance, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-0442 Email: david.mancl@dot.gov Related RIN: Split from 2126-AA23 RIN: 2126-AA76 _______________________________________________________________________ 1979. [rplus]BROKERS OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS TRANSPORTATION BY MOTOR VEHICLE Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 49 USC 13501, 13901, and 13902 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 371 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would address the American Moving and Storage Association's petition for rulemaking and implement certain provisions of subtitle B of SAFETEA-LU. FMCSA will determine in this rulemaking whether 49 CFR part 371 needs to be amended to protect consumers against unscrupulous brokers of household goods. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 12/22/04 69 FR 76664 ANPRM Comment Period End 02/22/05 NPRM 02/08/07 72 FR 5947 NPRM Comment Period End 05/09/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-2004-17008. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Dorothea Grymes, Lead Transportation Specialist, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Virginia Avenue SW., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20024 Phone: 202 385-2405 Email: dorothea.grymes@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA84 _______________________________________________________________________ 1980. [rplus]ELECTRONIC ON-BOARD RECORDERS FOR HOURS-OF-SERVICE COMPLIANCE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 31136(a); PL 104-88; PL 103.311; 49 USC 31137(a) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 350; 49 CFR 385; 49 CFR 395; 49 CFR 396 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to incorporate new performance standards for electronic on- board recorders (EOBRs) to document compliance with the Federal hours- of-service rules. This would help ensure that performance standards for EOBRs are appropriate and reflect state-of-the-art communication and information management technologies. The rulemaking would consider the potential benefits and costs of requiring motor carriers to install and use EOBRs and evaluate alternative approaches including: 1) Mandating such practice industry-wide, 2) limiting the requirement to motor carriers with certain characteristics, and 3) allowing EOBR use to remain voluntary. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 09/01/04 69 FR 53386 ANPRM Comment Period End 11/30/04 NPRM 01/18/07 72 FR 2340 NPRM Comment Period End 04/18/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-2004-18940. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Deborah M Freund, Senior Transportation Specialist, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Room 8301, Washington, DC 20590 [[Page 22940]] Phone: 202 366-5541 Email: deborah.freund@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1981. [rplus]NATIONAL REGISTRY OF CERTIFIED MEDICAL EXAMINERS Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 104-4. Legal Authority: sec 4116 of PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish training, testing, and certification standards for medical examiners responsible for certifying that interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers meet established physical qualifications standards; provide a database (or National Registry) of medical examiners that meet the prescribed standards for use by motor carriers, drivers, and Federal and State enforcement personnel in determining whether a medical examiner is qualified to conduct examinations of interstate truck and bus drivers; and require medical examiners to transmit electronically to FMCSA the name of drivers and a numerical identifier for each driver that is examined. The rulemaking would also establish the process by which medical examiners that fail to meet or maintain the minimum standards would be removed from the National Registry. This action is in response to section 4116 of SAFETEA-LU. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Dr. Mary D. Gunnels, Chief, Physical Qualifications Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4001 Email: maggi.gunnels@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1982. [rplus]CONSUMER COMPLAINT INFORMATION Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: sec 4214 of PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 375 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 10, 2006, SAFETEA-LU sec 4214. Abstract: The rulemaking would establish a system and a database for filing and logging consumer complaints relating to household goods motor carriers; require each motor carrier of household goods to submit a quarterly report of specific identified information; and develop a procedure to forward a complaint to the motor carrier and to the appropriate State authority. This rule responds to SAFETEA-LU. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Dorothea Grymes, Lead Transportation Specialist, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Virginia Avenue SW., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20024 Phone: 202 385-2405 Email: dorothea.grymes@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB01 _______________________________________________________________________ 1983. [rplus]COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE TESTING AND COMMERCIAL LEARNER'S PERMIT STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 49 USC 31102 and 31136; PL 105-178, 112 Stat 414 (1998); PL 99-570, title XII, 100 Stat 3207 (1086); sec 4007(a)(1) of PL 102-240, Stat 1914, 2151; sec 4122 of PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 380; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish revisions to the commercial driver's license knowledge and skills testing standards as required by section 4019 of TEA-21, implement fraud detection and prevention initiatives at the State driver licensing agencies as required by the SAFE Port Act of 2006, and establish new minimum Federal standards for States to issue commercial learner's permits (CLPs), based in part on the requirements of section 4122 of SAFETEA-LU. In addition to ensuring the applicant has the appropriate knowledge and skills to operate a commercial motor vehicle, this rule would establish the minimum information that must be on the CLP document and the electronic driver's record. The rule would also establish maximum issuance and renewal periods, establish a minimum age limit, address issues related to a driver's State of Domicile, and incorporate previous regulatory guidance into the Federal regulations. This rule would also address issues raised in the SAFE Port Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: State Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in EO 13132. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: James Davis, Commerical Driver's License Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-6406 Email: james.davis@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB02 [[Page 22941]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1984. [rplus]RAILROAD HIGHWAY GRADE CROSSING SAFETY Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization Act of 1994 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 392 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 16, 1995. Abstract: This rulemaking would prohibit operators of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) from driving onto a railroad grade crossing unless there is sufficient space to drive completely through the crossing without stopping. It is intended to reduce the incidence of collisions between trains and CMVs. This rulemaking action is required by the Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization Act of 1994. This action is considered significant because of substantial public interest and safety issues. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Local, State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Director, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4009 Email: larry.minor@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1985. [bull] [rplus]MINIMUM TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY LEVEL COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATIONS Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136 and 31502; 49 CFR 1.73; 49 USC 31133, 31136, 31307, and 31502; 49 CFR 1.73 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 380; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would require behind-the-wheel training for persons who must hold a commercial driver's license to operate commercial motor vehicles. This action is in response to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit's December 2005 decision remanding the May 21, 2004, Final Rule, ``Minimum Training Requirements for Entry-Level Commercial Motor Vehicle Operators'' to the Agency for further consideration. The rulemaking will consider the effectiveness of CMV driver training in reducing crashes, the appropriate types and levels of behind-the-wheel training that should be mandated, and related costs. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in EO 13132. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Thomas Yager, Driver and Carrier Operations Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9131 Email: tom.yager@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB06 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1986. GENERAL JURISDICTION OVER FREIGHT FORWARDER SERVICE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 13903 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 373 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This final rule would require that all freight forwarders, not just household goods freight forwarders, provide their customers with either a receipt or a bill of lading. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/28/97 62 FR 4096 NPRM Comment Period End 03/31/97 Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-1997-2290 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Loretta Bitner, Commercial Enforcement Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 385-2884 Email: loretta.bitner@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA25 _______________________________________________________________________ 1987. AMENDMENTS TO IMPLEMENT CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF SAFETEA-LU Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 4106, 4114, 7112; sec 4107 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4124(c) of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4130 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4132 to 4133 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4202, 4203, 4205, 4207, 4208, and 4210 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4102 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4103 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4130 to 4133 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4147 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 4202, 4205, 4207, 4208, and 4210 of PL 109-59 (2005); sec 7120 of PL [[Page 22942]] 109-59 (2005); PL 109-59, sec 4106, 4114, 4204, 7112; sec 4146 of PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 350; 49 CFR 365; 49 CFR 375; 49 CFR 385; 49 CFR 386; 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 383 to 384; 49 CFR 395 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would adopt regulations implementing statutory provisions of SAFETEA-LU which do not require a notice and comment rulemaking proceeding prior to implementation. Specifically, this rule would amend the regulations related to: Civil penalties for violations of out-of-service orders; civil penalties for motor carriers, freight forwarders, and brokers that deny FMCSA enforcement personnel access to their records and facilities; compliance plans for State MCSAP plans; high-priority activities and new entrant audits; intrastate operations of interstate carriers; hours-of-service exemptions for operators of vehicles transporting agricultural commodities and farm supplies, operators of utility service vehicles, operators of vehicles providing transportation of passengers or property to movie production sites, and operators of vehicles transporting grapes west of Interstate 81 in the State of New York; exemption of drivers of propane service or pipeline emergency vehicles during emergency conditions requiring immediate response; statutory definitions for and applicability of household goods transportation regulations; household goods carriers payment of rates; household goods carrier estimates; household goods carriers limitations of liability and released rates; household goods carriers arbitration requirements; penalties for failing to relinquish household goods shipments; unsatisfactory safety ratings of operators of commercial motor vehicles transporting hazardous materials; and civil penalties for violations of the hazardous materials transportation statutes and regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Frederic Wood, Attorney, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8542 Email: frederic.wood@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1988. [rplus]INTERSTATE VAN OPERATIONS Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 104-4. Legal Authority: sec 4136 of PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390 to 393; 49 CFR 395 to 396 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would make the requirements concerning driver qualifications; driving of CMVs; parts and accessories necessary for safe operations; hours of service; and inspection, repair, and maintenance applicable to the operation of vehicles designed or used to transport between 9 and 15 passengers (including the driver) for direct compensation, in interstate commerce, regardless of the distance traveled. Currently the safety regulations apply to such vans when the vehicle is operated beyond a 75 air-mile radius of the driver's work reporting location. This action is in response to SAFETEA-LU. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 12/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jeffrey Van Ness, Division of Vehicle and Roadside Operations (MC-PSV), Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8802 Email: jeffrey.vanness@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA98 _______________________________________________________________________ 1989. [bull] PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; LAMPS AND REFLECTIVE DEVICES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 CFR 1.73; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the parts and accessories necessary for safe operation requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) as they apply to lamps and reflective devices. In response to a petition for reconsideration filed by the Truck Manufacturers Association, this rulemaking would make the FMCSRs as they relate to the number and placement of lamps and reflective devices on the cabs of commercial motor vehicles consistent with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jeffrey Van Ness, Division of Vehicle and Roadside Operations (MC-PSV), Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8802 Email: jeffrey.vanness@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB07 [[Page 22943]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1990. [bull] PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; FIRE EXTINGUISHER EXCEPTION FOR DRIVEAWAY-TOWAWAY OPERATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 CFR 1.73; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the August 15, 2005, final rule concerning parts and accessories necessary for safe operation in response to a petition for rulemaking filed by JHT Holding, Inc. The petitioner requested reinstatement of the exception previously granted excepting driveaway-towaway operations from supplying each power unit with a fire extinguisher. This rulemaking will correct that inadvertent omission in the August 2005 final rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jeffrey Van Ness, Division of Vehicle and Roadside Operations (MC-PSV), Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8802 Email: jeffrey.vanness@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB08 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1991. [rplus]MEDICAL CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AS PART OF THE COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: sec 215, PL 106-159; 113 Stat 1748, 1767 (1999); 49 USC 31305 note and 31502 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383, 384, and 391 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would require those commercial driver's license (CDL) drivers who are required to obtain a Federal medical certification to make the current status of that certification part of the commercial driver's licensing and renewal process, as required by section 215 of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act. Incorporating the current medical certification status information into the State- administered Commercial Driver's License Information System (CDLIS) driver record would improve highway safety by requiring those drivers who are required by Federal regulations to obtain a medical certificate to provide ``proof'' of that medical certification in order to obtain or retain a CDL. It would enable electronic verification of the current medical certification status as part of existing employer and enforcement programs. It would eliminate the requirement for those CDL operators who are required by Federal regulations to obtain a medical certificate to carry their medical examiner's certificate in addition to their CDL since an electronic record would verify that there is a valid medical certificate. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/15/94 59 FR 36338 ANPRM Comment Period End 11/14/94 NPRM 11/16/06 71 FR 66273 NPRM Comment Period End 02/14/07 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: State Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-97-2210. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Dr. Mary D. Gunnels, Chief, Physical Qualifications Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4001 Email: maggi.gunnels@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA10 _______________________________________________________________________ 1992. [rplus]APPLICATION BY CERTAIN MEXICO-DOMICILED MOTOR CARRIERS TO OPERATE BEYOND U.S. MUNICIPALITIES AND COMMERCIAL ZONES ON THE U.S.- MEXICO BORDER Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 5 USC 553 and 559; 16 USC 1456; 49 USC 13101, 13301, and 13901 et seq; 49 USC 31138 and 31144 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 365 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking changes FMCSA regulations to govern applications by Mexican carriers to operate beyond municipalities and commercial zones at the United States-Mexico border. It also revises the application form, OP-1MX, to be filed by these Mexican motor carriers. The revised form requires additional information about the applicant's business and operating practices to allow the FMCSA to determine if the applicant can meet the safety standards established for operating in interstate commerce in the United States. Carriers that had previously submitted an application would have to submit the updated form. These changes are needed to implement part of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). On January 16, 2003, the Ninth Circuit Court remanded this rule, along with two other NAFTA-related rules, to the Agency, requiring a full environmental impact statement and an analysis required by the Clean Air Act. On June 7, 2004, the Supreme Court [[Page 22944]] reversed the Ninth Circuit and remanded the case, holding that FMCSA is not required to prepare the environmental documents as ruled by the Ninth Circuit. FMCSA is waiting for Interim Final Rule experience after the border opens before deciding what to do next on this rulemaking. FMCSA originally planned to publish a final rule by November 20, 2003. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/03/01 66 FR 22371 NPRM Comment Period End 07/02/01 Interim Final Rule (IFR) 03/19/02 67 FR 12702 IFR Comment Period End 04/18/02 IFR Effective 05/03/02 Notice of Intent to prepare an EIS 08/26/03 68 FR 51322 EIS Public Scoping Meetings 10/08/03 68 FR 58162 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Joelle Serot, Enforcement and Compliance Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8577 Email: joelle.serot@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA34 _______________________________________________________________________ 1993. [rplus]SAFETY MONITORING SYSTEM AND COMPLIANCE INITIATIVE FOR MEXICO-DOMICILED MOTOR CARRIERS OPERATING IN THE UNITED STATES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: sec 350, PL 107-87; 49 USC 113, 504, and 521(b)(5)(A); 49 USC 5113, 31136, 31144, and 31502 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would implement a safety monitoring system and compliance initiative designed to evaluate the continuing safety fitness of all Mexico-domiciled carriers within 18 months after receiving a provisional Certificate of Registration or provisional authority to operate in the United States. It also would establish suspension and revocation procedures for provisional Certificates of Registration and operating authority, and incorporate criteria to be used by FMCSA in evaluating whether Mexico-domiciled carriers exercise basic safety management controls. The interim rule included requirements that were not proposed in the NPRM but which are necessary to comply with the FY 2002 DOT Appropriations Act. On January 16, 2003, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals remanded this rule, along with two other NAFTA-related rules, to the Agency, requiring a full environmental impact statement and an analysis required by the Clean Air Act. On June 7, 2004, the Supreme Court reversed the Ninth Circuit and remanded the case, holding that FMCSA is not required to prepare the environmental documents. FMCSA is waiting for Interim Final Rule experience after the border opens before deciding what to do next on this rulemaking. FMCSA originally planned to publish a final rule by November 28, 2003. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/03/01 66 FR 22415 NPRM Comment Period End 07/02/01 Interim Final Rule (IFR) 03/19/02 67 FR 12758 IFR Comment Period End 04/18/02 IFR Effective* 05/03/02 Notice of Intent To Prepare an EIS 08/26/03 68 FR 51322 EIS Public Scoping Meetings 10/08/03 68 FR 58162 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations Government Levels Affected: State Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in EO 13132. Additional Information: . URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Joelle Serot, Enforcement and Compliance Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8577 Email: joelle.serot@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA35 _______________________________________________________________________ 1994. [rplus]NEW ENTRANT SAFETY ASSURANCE PROCESS Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 210; 113 Stat 1748 (1999); PL 107-87, sec 350; 49 USC 31144 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would change the New Entrant Safety Assurance Process by raising the standard of compliance for passing the new entrant safety audit. It also would make clarifying changes to some of the existing new entrant regulations. The rule also proposes a separate application procedure and safety oversight system for non-North America-domiciled motor carriers. The proposed rule would improve the Agency's ability to identify at-risk new entrant carriers and would ensure deficiencies in basic safety management controls are corrected before the new entrant is granted permanent registration. These changes would not impose additional operational requirements on any new entrant carrier. All new entrants would continue to receive educational information on how to comply with the safety regulations and be given an opportunity to correct any deficiencies found. FMCSA recognizes many new entrants are small businesses that are unaware of these requirements and continue to need our assistance. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule (IFR) 05/13/02 67 FR 31978 IFR Comment Period End 07/12/02 IFR Effective 01/01/03 NPRM 12/21/06 71 FR 76730 NPRM Comment Period End 02/20/07 Next Action Undetermined [[Page 22945]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-2001-11061 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Art Ramirez, Enforcement and Compliance Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-3181 Email: arturo.ramirez@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1995. [rplus]LIMITATIONS ON THE ISSUANCE OF COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSES WITH A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ENDORSEMENT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: sec 1012, PL 107-56; 115 Stat 272 (2001); 49 USC 5103a CFR Citation: 49 CFR 384; 49 CFR 383 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would prohibit States from issuing, renewing, transferring or upgrading a commercial driver's license (CDL) with a hazardous materials endorsement, unless the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has first conducted a background check on the applicant and determined the applicant does not pose a security risk warranting denial of the hazardous materials endorsement. FMCSA and TSA simultaneously published interim final rules. FMCSA has published another IFR corresponding to TSA's extension of compliance date. Since this rulemaking conforms to TSA's rulemaking, the rulemaking is dependent upon TSA action. This action is considered significant because of substantial public and congressional interest, and national security. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule (IFR) 05/05/03 68 FR 23844 IFR Effective 05/05/03 IFR Comment Period End 07/07/03 Compliance Date Delayed 11/07/03 68 FR 63030 IFR Comment Period End 01/06/04 Second Delay of Compliance Date to 01/31/2005 08/19/04 69 FR 51391 IFR 04/29/05 70 FR 22268 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: State Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-2001-11117 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, Senior Transportation Specialist, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5014 Email: robert.redmond@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1996. [rplus]REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERMODAL EQUIPMENT PROVIDERS AND MOTOR CARRIERS AND DRIVERS OPERATING INTERMODAL EQUIPMENT Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136 and 31502; 49 USC 31151; sec 4118, PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 386, 392; 49 CFR 385, 390, 393, and 396 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 11, 2006. Abstract: This rulemaking would require entities that offer intermodal container chassis for transportation in interstate commerce to: File a Motor Carrier Identification Report (Form MCS-150); display a USDOT identification number on each chassis offered for such transportation; establish a systematic inspection, repair, and maintenance program to ensure the safe operating condition of each chassis offered for transportation and maintain documentation of the program; and provide a means for effectively responding to driver and motor carrier complaints about the condition of intermodal container chassis. The rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial industry and congressional interest and because it involves other departmental modes. This rulemaking was redrafted to reflect changes made by recent reauthorization legislation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/21/06 71 FR 76796 NPRM Comment Period End 03/21/07 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Deborah M Freund, Senior Transportation Specialist, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Room 8301, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5541 Email: deborah.freund@dot.gov Related RIN: Related to 2126-AA38 RIN: 2126-AA86 _______________________________________________________________________ 1997. [rplus]QUALIFICATIONS OF DRIVERS; DIABETES STANDARD Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: SAFETEA-LU; sec 4129 of PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking action would amend FMCSA's medical qualification standards to allow drivers with insulin-treated diabetes mellitus to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce, without seeking an exemption from the FMCSRs. This action is in response to section 4129 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU). The diabetes standard is in review with FMCSA's Medical Review Board. [[Page 22946]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 03/17/06 71 FR 13801 ANPRM Comment Period End 06/15/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-2005-23151 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Dr. Mary D. Gunnels, Chief, Physical Qualifications Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4001 Email: maggi.gunnels@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1998. [bull] MINIMUM LEVELS OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR MOTOR CARRIERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: PL 96-296, sec 30, 94 Stat 793; PL 97-261, sec 18, 96 Stat 1121; 49 USC 31138(c)(1) and 31139(f)(1) CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would permit FMCSA's financial responsibility requirements to be satisfied by insurance policies issued by a Canadian insurance company legally authorized to issue such policies in the Province or Territory of Canada where the motor carrier has its principal place of business. This rulemaking would also change the Forms MCS-90 and MCS-90B endorsements to clarify that language in the endorsements imposing liability for negligence occurring on any route or in any territory authorized to be served by the insured or elsewhere does not include transportation within Mexico. This action is in response to requests from the Government of Canada (Canada) and the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 12/15/06 71 FR 75433 ANPRM Comment Period End 02/13/07 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Thomas Yager, Driver and Carrier Operations Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-9131 Email: tom.yager@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1999. [bull] UNIFIED CARRIER REGISTRATION FEES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: sec 4305 of PL 109-59 CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would set fee brackets and amounts for motor carriers, motor private carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies who will be required to pay fees under the Unified Carrier Registration System plan and agreement established by section 4305 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU). Timetable: Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Greg Parks, Chief, Regulatory Development Division, MC- PRR, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5370 Email: fmcsaregs@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB09 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2000. [rplus]FEDERALLY APPROVED SAFETY INSPECTION PROGRAM AND DECAL TO VERIFY COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY AND OPERATING AUTHORITY REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: sec 350, PL 107-87; 49 USC 31136 and 31502; sec 4137, PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 350; 49 CFR 365; 49 CFR 385; 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 386; 49 CFR 396 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to 1) establish a Federally Approved Safety Inspection program and Federal Standard Inspection (FSI) procedure and 2) supplement existing requirements concerning inspection and decal display for Mexico-domiciled motor carriers that have been granted authority to operate beyond municipalities and commercial zones along the United States-Mexico border. The FSI would be equivalent to the North American Standard Inspection procedure currently used by Federal, State, and Provincial enforcement agencies conducting commercial motor vehicle (CMV) inspections in the [[Page 22947]] United States and Canada. The rulemaking would clarify at what point the inspection must be conducted if the Mexico-domiciled long-haul CMV lacks a federally approved decal and ensure that civil penalties applicable to Mexico-domiciled long-haul motor carriers are the same whether the carrier holds provisional or permanent operating authority. By providing for more effective enforcement of the inspection and decal display requirements applicable to Mexico-domiciled long-haul motor carriers, this rulemaking would help ensure these motor carriers operate safe CMVs in the United States. This rulemaking has been terminated and the issues will be addressed in other rulemakings. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Terminated 11/09/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Deborah M Freund, Senior Transportation Specialist, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Room 8301, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5541 Email: deborah.freund@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA72 _______________________________________________________________________ 2001. [rplus]PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATIONS; SURGE BRAKE REQUIREMENTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136(a) and 31502(b) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to allow the use of automatic hydraulic inertia brake systems (surge brakes) on trailers operated in interstate commerce, in response to a petition for rulemaking from the Surge Brake Coalition. Currently, surge brakes are not considered by FMCSA to comply with the requirements that all brakes on a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) be capable of operating at all times, and that a single valve (or brake application control mechanism) apply the brakes on the towing unit and trailer, simultaneously. The intent of this rulemaking is to adopt performance-based brake system requirements to allow the use of surge brakes on certain combinations of CMVs, based upon engineering test data submitted by the Surge Brake Coalition. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/07/05 70 FR 58657 NPRM Comment Period End 12/06/05 Final Rule 03/06/07 72 FR 9855 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Luke Loy, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0676 Fax: 202 366-8842 Email: luke.loy@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AA91 _______________________________________________________________________ 2002. INTRASTATE OPERATIONS OF INTERSTATE MOTOR CARRIERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: sec 4114 of PL 109-59 (2005) CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would allow FMCSA to use intrastate as well as interstate accident and safety data to judge the fitness of CMV operations. The rule adds a provision that prohibits owners/operators of CMVs operating in interstate commerce from engaging in transportation that affects interstate commerce until the Secretary determines they are fit. If a State that receives MCSAP funds determines that an owner/operator is unfit to operate, FMCSA will prohibit the owner/operator from operating in interstate commerce until the State determines fitness. A rule is necessary to alert the motor carrier industry of these new requirements. FMCSA is terminating this rule as the issues will be addressed in another rulemaking action. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Terminated 02/01/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Nikki McDavid, Office of Enforcement and Program Delivery, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0831 Email: nikki.mcdavid@dot.gov RIN: 2126-AB03 BILLING CODE 4910--EX--S [[Page 22948]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Prerule Stage National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2003. REVIEW: SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.214 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Phase 2 will evaluate the change in side-impact fatality risk after FMVSS 214 vs. just before the standard: for all cars, by car type (2-door vs. 4-door), by type of vehicle modification (structure plus padding vs. padding only), and as a function of how much the test criterion TTI(d) was reduced when the standard was implemented in a make-model. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Begin Review 10/01/94 Phase II Evaluation Plan 12/08/99 64 FR 68717 Technical Report: Phase I 12/08/99 64 FR 68717 Comment Period End 04/06/00 Summary and Discussion of Public Comments Sent to Docket: Phase 108/11/00 End Review 12/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: The Phase I evaluation report indicates that the test injury criterion TTI(d) has a statistically significant association with fatality risk in actual side-impact crashes on the highway. In model years 1981 to 1993 cars, models with low TTI(d) on the Federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 214 test tend to have low fatality risk. http://dms.dot.gov URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Charles J Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2560 Fax: 202 366-2559 Email: ckahane@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AF54 _______________________________________________________________________ 2004. REVIEW: REDESIGNED AIR BAGS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This standard was temporarily amended to make the unbelted test for vehicles with air bags less stringent and, in effect, make it easier for manufacturers to quickly depower their air bags. Redesigned air bags are likely to benefit out-of-position occupants and reduce drivers' arm injuries, but they might be less effective than earlier air bags for some occupants. This regulation was selected for review because of public interest, potential benefits, and possibility of higher risk for some vehicle occupants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Begin Review 05/01/98 Evaluation Report Published 12/06/06 71 FR 70833 End Review 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: The first generation of frontal air bags saved the lives of thousands of adults and teenagers, but they harmed occupants positioned close to the air bag at the time of deployment, especially infants and children. In 1998 to 1999, air bags were redesigned to make deployments less harmful to child passengers and other out-of-position occupants, an interim measure before advanced air bags were phased in during 2003 to 2006. Compared to first-generation air bags, the evaluation report indicates that these redesigned air bags reduced fatalities to infants and children by 83 percent and to out-of-position drivers by 70 percent in low-to-moderate speed crashes. Yet they entirely preserved the overall life-saving benefits of first- generation air bags for belted drivers and for passengers age 13 and up. The report may be accessed at http://dmses.dot.gov/docimages/p88/ 431569.pdf. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Charles J Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2560 Fax: 202 366-2559 Email: ckahane@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AH13 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2005. [rplus]ROOF CRUSH RESISTANCE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.216 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, July 1, 2008. Abstract: This rulemaking would upgrade vehicle roof crush requirements. It is part of the Agency's comprehensive response to mitigate the number of fatalities and injuries resulting from vehicle rollovers. Rollover crashes constitute about 3 percent of passenger vehicle crashes, but about one-third of the fatalities. Light trucks are more prone to rollover, and their percentage of the U.S. fleet continues to increase. This crash mode constitutes a disproportionate and growing segment of the Nation's highway safety problem. This rulemaking is significant because of public interest in vehicle safety. On the last report, NHTSA had a Final Rule scheduled for August 31,2007. The [[Page 22949]] Agency has now decided that the next stage should be an SNPRM. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Request for Comments (RFC) 10/22/01 66 FR 53376 RFC Comment Period End 12/06/01 66 FR 53376 NPRM 08/23/05 70 FR 49223 NPRM Comment Period End 11/21/05 Supplemental NPRM 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: OMB cleared subject to NHTSA making changes to the regular evaluation. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Lori Summers, Chief, Light Duty Vehicle Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1740 Email: lori.summers@dot.gov Related RIN: Related to 2127-AH74 RIN: 2127-AG51 _______________________________________________________________________ 2006. FMVSS 213, ADDITION OF 10-YEAR OLD TEST DUMMY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30101 et seq, PL 107-318 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend FMVSS No. 213 to incorporate the Hybrid III 10-year-old dummy for child restraint systems rated for children up to 80 pounds. Previously, the agency extended the applicability of FMVSS No. 213 from restraints recommended for children up to 50 lbs. to restraints recommended for children up to 65 lbs. The Agency has now determined that the next stage should be an SNPRM. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/31/05 70 FR 51720 NPRM Comment Period End 10/31/05 Supplemental NPRM 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Nathaniel Beuse, Chief, New Car Assessment Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1740 Email: nathaniel.beuse@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ44 _______________________________________________________________________ 2007. FMVSS NO. 403 PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEMS CONTROL LIGHTING, ILLUMINATION, AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.403 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to petitions for rulemaking from platform lift manufacturers (Maxon, Ricon, and Lift-U) requesting that NHTSA amend portions of FMVSS No. 403, ``Platform Lift Systems for Motor Vehicles.'' The petitions request changes to requirements related to control lighting, threshold warning beacon location, units of measurement for threshold warning beacon illumination, infrared threshold warning systems, wheelchair retention device impact testing, and platform illumination. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: William Evans, Safety Standards Engineer Office of Crash Avoidance Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Vehicle Controls and Adapted Vehicle Division, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2272 Fax: 202 366-4329 Email: wevans@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ93 _______________________________________________________________________ 2008. [bull] INSURER REPORTING REQUIREMENTS UPDATE TO APPENDICES A, B, AND C Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 33112; Delegation of Authority at 49 CFR 1.50 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 544 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would update NHTSA's lists in Appendices A, B, and C of part 544 of passenger motor vehicle insurers that are required to file reports on their motor vehicle theft loss experience. Each insurer included in any of these appendices would be required to file a report for the 2004 calendar year not later than October 25, 2007. Further, as long as the insurer remains listed, it must submit reports by each subsequent October 25. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/09/07 72 FR 17465 NPRM Comment Period End 06/08/07 Final Action 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0846 Fax: 202 493-2290 Email: rosalind.proctor@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ98 [[Page 22950]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2009. [rplus]REAR CONVEX CROSS-VIEW MIRRORS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.111 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would upgrade the rearward visibility of commercial straight trucks. The Agency believes that requiring a rear detection system will reduce fatalities, injuries, and property damage by giving truck operators the ability to detect objects behind the truck. Various possible counter-measures are being examined now in follow-up testing, including visual and non-visual object detection systems. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Request for Comments 06/17/96 61 FR 30586 Comment Period End 10/15/96 ANPRM 11/27/00 65 FR 70681 ANPRM Comment Period End 01/26/01 NPRM 09/12/05 70 FR 53753 NPRM Comment Period End 11/14/05 Final Rule 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Safety Engineer, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8525 Email: clarke.harper@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AG41 _______________________________________________________________________ 2010. VEHICLES BUILT IN TWO OR MORE STAGES--STANDARD 201 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.201 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to a petition for rulemaking requesting the Agency to consider an amendment to FMVSS No. 201 Occupant Protection in Interior Impact as the requirements apply to vehicles manufactured in two or more stages. An interim final rule was published on June 18, 2002 (67 FR 41348), that amended the schedule for compliance by manufacturers of vehicles built in two or more stages with the upper interior head protection requirements of FMVSS No. 201. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/24/06 71 FR 20932 NPRM Comment Period End 06/23/06 Compliance Date Delay 08/29/06 71 FR 51132 Final Rule 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Lori Summers, Chief, Light Duty Vehicle Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1740 Email: lori.summers@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AI93 _______________________________________________________________________ 2011. [rplus]DEFINITIONS, DESIGNATED SEATING POSITION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.3 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend part 571.3 Definitions, to redefine the term ``designated seating position'' (DSP) in order to establish an objective criteria that is more enforceable. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/22/05 70 FR 36094 NPRM Comment Period End 08/22/05 Final Rule 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Lori Summers, Chief, Light Duty Vehicle Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1740 Email: lori.summers@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AI94 _______________________________________________________________________ 2012. [rplus]SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION UPGRADE--FMVSS NO. 214 Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 104-4. Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.214 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, July 1, 2008. Abstract: This rulemaking would require in FMVSS No. 214 a vehicle-to- pole oblique impact test to reduce the number of fatal and serious head injuries, which are not addressed in FMVSS No. 201. Two Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS)--No. 201, ``Occupant Protection in Interior Impact'' and No. 214, ``Side Impact Protection''--specify requirements for side impact protection. At present, FMVSS No. 214 specifies a moving deformable barrier (MDB) test addressing mainly the chest injury problem. The head injury reduction is partially addressed in FMVSS No. 201. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/14/04 69 FR 27990 NPRM Comment Period End 10/14/04 NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/12/05 70 FR 2105 [[Page 22951]] Extended NPRM Comment Period End04/12/05 Final Rule 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Lori Summers, Chief, Light Duty Vehicle Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1740 Email: lori.summers@dot.gov Related RIN: Related to 2127-AJ16, Related to 2127-AI89 RIN: 2127-AJ10 _______________________________________________________________________ 2013. [rplus]REDUCED STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR TRUCK TRACTORS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 CFR 1.50; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.121 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would reduce stopping distance requirements for truck tractors equipped with air brake systems. Advances in heavy vehicle braking systems show that improved stopping performance is attainable for these vehicles. Such improvements would reduce the stopping distance disparity with light vehicles, and would result in fewer deaths and injuries and reduce property damage due to fewer crashes between truck tractors and light vehicles. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/15/05 70 FR 74270 NPRM Comment Period End 04/14/06 Final Rule 11/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jeffrey Woods, Safety Standards Engineer Office of Crash Avoidance Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Vehicle Dynamics Division, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2720 Fax: 202 366-4329 RIN: 2127-AJ37 _______________________________________________________________________ 2014. [rplus]SUBPART T HYBRID III-10C DUMMY, 10-YEAR-OLD CHILD Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.50 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would incorporate the Hybrid III ten-year old dummy into part 572 for potential application in Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) such as FMVSS No. 213, Child Restraint Systems. Anton's Law, signed by the President on December 4, 2002, specified in section 4 that within 24 months, the Secretary of Transportation shall develop and evaluate an anthropomorphic test device that simulates a 10-year-old child for use in testing child restraints used in passenger motor vehicles. The evaluation and testing of such a device has been completed by NHTSA. This rulemaking would include rationale for the dummy performance response requirements; detailed dummy design drawings and specifications; and a procedures manual for the dummy inspection, assembly, and disassembly. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/13/05 70 FR 40281 NPRM Comment Period End 09/12/05 Final Rule 11/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4912 Fax: 202 366-4329 Email: sbackaitis@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ49 _______________________________________________________________________ 2015. CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY OF MOTOR HOME AND TRAVEL TRAILERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.120 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to a petition for rulemaking requesting the Agency consider mandatory consumer information in the form of a label that will inform the consumer of the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) of motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheel travel trailers. Such labeling will help the consumer make informed decisions during the purchasing process and act as a reference during cargo loading, which in turn may reduce instances of overloading and ultimately injuries and deaths resulting from crashes related to overloading. This rulemaking initially was a new proposed regulation, 49 CFR 575.102, with a RIN of 2127-AI50. However, because the Agency feels that the standard would be more enforceable if it is part of the FMVSS, it is now an amendment to FMVSS No. 120. Before publication of the NPRM, an additional section relative to the FMVSS No. 110 tire placard/label was added. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/31/05 70 FR 51707 NPRM Comment Period End 10/31/05 NPRM Comment Period Extended 11/30/05 70 FR 62086 Final Rule 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No [[Page 22952]] Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: William Evans, Safety Standards Engineer Office of Crash Avoidance Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Vehicle Controls and Adapted Vehicle Division, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2272 Fax: 202 366-4329 Email: wevans@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ57 _______________________________________________________________________ 2016. FMVSS NO. 208 CRS INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR LATCH-EQUIPPED SEATS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a test procedure for installing child restraint systems with LATCH-equipped hardware in the air bag suppression testing required by FMVSS No. 208. Currently, the list of child restraint systems in Appendix A of FMVSS No. 208 include some with LATCH-equipped hardware. However, the air bag suppression test procedures of FMVSS No. 208 do not include specific detail for attaching the LATCH hardware to the vehicle. The purpose of this notice is to establish additional regulatory text in the sections of FMVSS No. 208 that involve installing LATCH-equipped child restraint systems. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/19/05 70 FR 28878 NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/13/05 70 FR 40280 Extended NPRM Comment Period End08/17/05 70 FR 40280 Compliance Date Delay 08/29/06 71 FR 51129 Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Carla Cuentas, Safety Engineer, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4583 Email: carla.cuentas@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ59 _______________________________________________________________________ 2017. ADMINISTRATIVE REWRITE OF FMVSS NO. 108; LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; Delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.50 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would present the newly organized text of FMVSS No. 108, including importing referenced requirements from applicable SAE standards directly into the text of FMVSS No. 108. Over the last few decades, FMVSS No. 108 has been modified when necessary to account for changes in lighting technology. The Agency has also replied to hundreds of requests for interpretation regarding FMVSS No. 108. Comments to the Agency indicate that this approach has resulted in confusion among regulated parties. In response to requests from industry to organize FMVSS No. 108 in a more understandable way, the Agency pursued an administrative rewrite project through an existing contract with Virginia Tech Transportation Institute. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/30/05 70 FR 77454 NPRM Comment Period End 03/30/06 Final Rule 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: David Hines, General Engineer Office of Crash Avoidance Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2720 Email: dhines@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ75 _______________________________________________________________________ 2018. FMVSS NO. 138 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS) PHASE-IN; RESPONSE TO PETITIONS FOR RECONSIDERATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20166; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 322; Delegation of Authority at 49 CFR 1.50 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.138; 49 CFR 585.66(g) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to a second round of petitions for reconsideration filed in response to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) final rule published on April 8, 2005 (70 FR 18136), and subsequent response to petitions for reconsideration published on September 7, 2005 (70 FR 53079). The final rule established a new safety standard requiring installation of TPMS capable of detecting significantly low air pressure in one or more of a vehicle's tires. The standard is applicable to all vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less, except vehicles with dual wheels on an axle. The standard responded to a mandate in the Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability, and Documentation (TREAD) Act. The second round of the final rule, response to petitions for reconsideration, addresses a petition recommending that the Agency require spare tires to be compatible with the TPMS and also addresses a request that the Agency reduce the time limit required for low tire pressure detection. In addition, this rule responds to a petition for reconsideration in which [[Page 22953]] changes to the operational requirements of the TPMS malfunction telltale are requested. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Samuel Daniel, General Engineer Office of Crash Avoidance Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4921 Email: sdaniel@nhtsa.dot.gov Related RIN: Related to 2127-AJ23, Related to 2127-AJ70 RIN: 2127-AJ90 _______________________________________________________________________ 2019. EARLY WARNING REPORTING (EWR) CLARIFYING AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 579 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would make several definitional and other minor changes to clarify requirements in part 579, Early Warning Reporting, based on the Agency's first two years of experience with these reports. The Agency is conducting a thorough evaluation of EWR reporting. Should that evaluation indicate the need for any major changes in the rule, NHTSA would propose such changes in a separate proceeding. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/01/06 71 FR 52040 NPRM Comment Period End 10/31/06 Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Christina Morgan, Chief, Early Warning Reporting, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4238 Email: tina.morgan@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ94 _______________________________________________________________________ 2020. CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS INFORMATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 30167; 49 USC 322; 49 USC 32307; 49 USC 32505; 49 USC 32708; 49 USC 32910; 49 USC 33116; 5 USC 552; Delegation of Authority at 49 CFR 1.50 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 512 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would create class determinations for specific categories of information provided to the Agency and would clarify certain submission procedures. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/31/06 71 FR 63738 NPRM Comment Period End 01/02/07 Final Rule 08/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Kido, NHTSA Office of Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5263 Email: mkido@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ95 _______________________________________________________________________ 2021. [bull] FMVSS NO. 202 RECONSIDERATION OF TECHNICAL ISSUES (PART 2 OF 2) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.202 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would address the remaining petition for reconsideration issues for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 202, ``Head restraints.'' On December 14, 2004, NHTSA published in the Federal Register (69 FR 74848) a final rule upgrading FMVSS No. 202. The standard was upgraded to establish new requirements for height, backset, strength, position retention, and energy absorption in order to ensure that head restraints do not pose a risk of exacerbating whiplash injuries. The upgraded provisions were designated FMVSS No. 202a. Eight petitions for reconsideration in response to the final rule were submitted. NHTSA published a response to the request for additional lead time for rear seat head restraints on March 9, 2006 (71 FR 12145). This document would respond to the outstanding issues. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Louis Molino, Safety Standards Engineer, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Room 5320, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1833 Fax: 202 366-4329 Related RIN: Related to 2127-AH09, Related to 2127-AJ84 RIN: 2127-AJ96 [[Page 22954]] _______________________________________________________________________ 2022. [bull] FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT PREVENTION STANDARD UPDATE TO APPENDIX A Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 49 USC 33101; 49 USC 33102; 49 USC 33103; 49 USC 33104; 49 USC 33105; 49 USC 33106; Delegation of Authority at 49 CFR 1.50 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 541; 49 CFR 542; 49 CFR 543 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would update the regulation to amend Appendix A to list the likely high-theft light duty truck lines that are subject to the parts-marking requirements of the theft prevention standard and would amend Appendix A-1 to include vehicle lines that are exempted from the parts-marking requirements beginning with model year 2008. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0846 Fax: 202 493-2290 Email: rosalind.proctor@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ97 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2023. [rplus]UPGRADE DOOR RETENTION PERFORMANCE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.206 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 1, 2008. Abstract: This rulemaking would upgrade the door retention requirements, add test requirements for sliding doors, add secondary latch requirements for doors other than hinged side doors and back doors, and provide a new test procedure for assessing inertial forces, as part of the Agency's comprehensive approach to rollover and to harmonize with the first global technical regulation. This rulemaking would also respond to the requirements mandated in title X, subtitle C, section 10301, section 30128 (c) (2) of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act of 2005: Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/15/04 69 FR 75020 NPRM Comment Period End 02/14/05 Final Rule 02/06/07 72 FR 5385 Final Rule Effective 09/01/09 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Maurice Hicks, Special Vehicles and Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 7th Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-6345 Email: maurice.hicks@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AH34 _______________________________________________________________________ 2024. INCORPORATION OF EUROSID II DUMMY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would incorporate the EuroSID II, Side Impact Crash Test Dummy, into part 572 to support the upgrade of FMVSS 214, Side Impact Regulation, and to attain harmonization of crash test tools on a worldwide basis. The EuroSID is one of the alternative crash test tools being evaluated to upgrade FMVSS 214. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/15/04 69 FR 55550 NPRM Comment Period End 11/15/04 Final Rule 12/14/06 71 FR 75303 Final Rule Effective 06/12/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4912 Fax: 202 366-4329 Email: sbackaitis@dot.gov RIN: 2127-AI89 _______________________________________________________________________ 2025. INCORPORATION OF SID-IIS SIDE IMPACT CRASH TEST DUMMY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.50 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would initiate incorporation of a small adult side impact crash test dummy into part 572 to support an upgrade of FMVSS No. 214. Subsequent to NHTSA's initiation of this rulemaking and related FMVSS No. 214 upgrade, the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act of 2005: Legacy for Users (SAFETEA- LU) [[Page 22955]] directed NHTSA to complete rulemaking on FMVSS No. 214 by July 1, 2008. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/08/04 69 FR 70947 NPRM Comment Period End 03/08/05 Final Rule 12/14/06 71 FR 75342 Final Rule Effective 06/12/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4912 Fax: 202 366-4329 Email: sbackaitis@dot.gov Related RIN: Related to 2127-AJ10 RIN: 2127-AJ16 _______________________________________________________________________ 2026. BUSES MANUFACTURED IN TWO OR MORE STAGES; CERTIFICATION OF BUSES MANUFACTURED IN MORE THAN ONE STAGE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30141; 49 USC 30146; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 30168; 49 USC 32502; 49 USC 32504; 49 USC 33101 to 33104; 49 USC 33108; 49 USC 33109; Delegation of Authority at 49 CFR 1.50 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 567.5; 49 CFR 586 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend part 567 to require that, in addition to the VIN, additional information be recorded on the certification that identifies the bus body manufacturer and various vehicle attributes. It also would add a new part 586 to require that bus body manufacturers of buses manufactured in two or more stages obtain a manufacturer's identifier and to provide this descriptive information to NHTSA. This rulemaking is being withdrawn in favor of an alternate approach, utilizing the Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria (MMUCC) data collection methodology. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/18/05 70 FR 48507 NPRM Comment Period End 10/17/05 Withdrawn 01/19/07 72 FR 2487 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Stephen Wood, Director, Rulemaking Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-2992 Email: steve.wood@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ56 _______________________________________________________________________ 2027. [rplus]ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.126 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 1, 2006. Final, Statutory, April 1, 2009. In the Safe, Accountable, Flexible and Efficient Transportation Equity Act of 2005: Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), Congress directed NHTSA to establish performance criteria to reduce the occurrence of rollovers consistent with stability enhancing technologies. Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a new Federal motor vehicle safety standard to require electronic stability control (ESC) systems on all newly manufactured passenger cars and light trucks. The vast majority of rollovers occur in single-vehicle crashes involving loss of control. Crash data studies by NHTSA and other organizations worldwide show that ESC causes a dramatic reduction in single-vehicle crashes by assisting drivers in maintaining control in critical driving situations. NHTSA studies show a reduction in single-vehicle crashes of 34 percent to 59 percent and a reduction in single-vehicle crashes with rollover of over 70 percent. The requirement of ESC on cars and trucks could save thousands of lives annually. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/18/06 71 FR 54711 NPRM Comment Period End 11/17/06 Final Rule 04/06/07 72 FR 17235 Final Rule Effective 06/05/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Patrick Boyd, Division Chief, NVS-123, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-6346 Fax: 202 366-7002 Email: pat.boyd@nhtsa.dot.gov RIN: 2127-AJ77 BILLING CODE 4910--59--S [[Page 22956]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2028. [rplus]AMENDMENTS TO DESIGN STANDARDS FOR PRESSURIZED RAILROAD TANK CARS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20155 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 179 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 10, 2007. Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the existing design standards for pressurized tank cars pursuant to section 9005 of SAFETEA-LU. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Roberta Stewart, Trial Attorney, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6027 RIN: 2130-AB69 _______________________________________________________________________ 2029. PASSENGER EQUIPMENT SAFETY STANDARDS; FRONT-END STRENGTH OF MULTIPLE-UNIT LOCOMOTIVES AND CAB CARS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 238 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend existing regulations by enhancing strength requirements for the front end of multiple-unit locomotives and cab cars. These enhancements would include the addition of deformation and energy absorption requirements specified in revised American Public Transportation Association standards for front-end collision posts and corner posts in this equipment. This rulemaking would also make miscellaneous clarifying amendments to existing regulations for the structural strength of passenger equipment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Masci, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6037 Email: michael.masci@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB80 _______________________________________________________________________ 2030. MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION'S ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 103; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20901; 49 USC 20902; 49 USC 21301; 49 USC 21302; 49 USC 21311; 49 USC 322(a) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 225 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) proposes to amend its accident/incident reporting regulations to, among other things, conform certain definitions to those set forth in 49 U.S.C. 20102, as amended; incorporate provisions allowing for consolidated accident/ incident reporting by integrated railroad systems; allow for the collection of suicide data; clarify ambiguous regulations; and enhance the quality of information available for railroad casualty analysis. In addition to proposing revisions to its regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), FRA is proposing revisions to its Guide for Preparing Accident/Incident Reports (FRA Guide) and to certain applicable forms. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Masci, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6037 Email: michael.masci@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB82 _______________________________________________________________________ 2031. [bull] LOCOMOTIVE SANDERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20107 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229.131 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the existing requirements related to sanders on locomotives. The NPRM would modify the existing regulations by permitting additional flexibility in the use of locomotives with inoperative sanders. The proposal would provide railroads the ability to better utilize and manage their locomotive fleets, while ensuring that locomotives are equipped with operative sanders in situations where they provide the most benefit both from a safety and operational perspective. The NPRM would also make the regulations related to operative sanders more consistent with existing Canadian standards related to the devices. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/06/07 72 FR 9904 NPRM Comment Period End 05/07/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Masci, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6037 Email: michael.masci@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB83 [[Page 22957]] _______________________________________________________________________ 2032. [bull] [rplus]REGULATORY RELIEF FOR ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED PNEUMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20302; 49 USC 20306; 49 USC 20701 to 20702; 49 USC 21301 to 21302 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229; 49 CFR 232 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish criteria for operating trains equipped with Electronically Controlled Pneumatic Brake System technology. This rulemaking would also provide regulatory relief, when necessary, to promote the transition to Electronically Controlled Brake System technology within the rail industry. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Masci, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6037 Email: michael.masci@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB84 _______________________________________________________________________ 2033. [bull] HOURS OF SERVICE RECORDKEEPING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 228 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the hours of service recordkeeping regulations to allow for the use of electronic recordkeeping systems. It would also clarify the existing hours of service recordkeeping regulations to ensure that they are applied consistently to both paper and electronic records. It would also ensure that all records, whether created manually or electronically, would allow for proper enforcement of the hours of service law. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Masci, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6037 Email: michael.masci@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB85 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2034. [rplus]PASSENGER TRAIN EMERGENCY SYSTEMS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103, 20107 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 223; 49 CFR 238; 49 CFR 239 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would promote the safety of passengers and crew members in passenger train emergencies by enhancing FRA's regulations for passenger train emergency systems. The rulemaking would address passenger train emergency communication systems (public address and intercom systems), emergency evacuation systems (doors, emergency window exits, rescue access windows, and emergency roof access locations), and marking signage systems. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/24/06 71 FR 50276 NPRM Comment Period End 10/23/06 Final Rule 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Anna Winkle, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6053 Email: anna.winkle@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB72 _______________________________________________________________________ 2035. RAILROAD OPERATING RULES: PROGRAM OF OPERATIONAL TESTS AND INSPECTIONS; RAILROAD OPERATING PRACTICES: HANDLING EQUIPMENT, SWITCHES, AND DERAILS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 218; 49 CFR 217 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would add requirements to the handling of railroad equipment, switches, and derails. These requirements would prevent accidents and casualties that can result from the mishandling of equipment, switches, and derails, and would be minimum operating rule requirements. This rulemaking would also add requirements for qualifying railroad testing officers and ensure that each railroad's program of operational tests and inspections are focused on reducing the number of human factor-caused accidents. [[Page 22958]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/12/06 71 FR 60372 NPRM Comment Period End 12/11/06 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Alan Nagler, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20950 Phone: 202 493-6049 RIN: 2130-AB76 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2036. [rplus]GRANT PROGRAM FOR LOCAL RAIL LINE RELOCATION AND IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: PL 109-59 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 261 Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, April 1, 2006, Temporary Rules. Final, Statutory, October 1, 2006, Final Rule. Abstract: This rulemaking would address the establishment of a grant program authorizing the Secretary to provide financial assistance to States for local rail line relocation and improvement projects. This rulemaking would create a new part to title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations; establish regulations governing financial assistance under part 261, including the project selection criteria; and solicit applications for Capital Grants for Rail Line Relocation Projects. This rulemaking is required by section 9002 of the Safe Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Act: A legacy for Users (SAFETEA- LU). Section 9002 authorizes, but does not appropriate, $350,000,000 per year for each of the fiscal years (FY) 2006 through 2009 for the purpose of funding a grant program to provide financial assistance for local rail line relocation and improvement projects. Congress has not appropriated any funding for the program for FY 2006. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/17/07 72 FR 1965 NPRM Comment Period End 03/05/07 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton, Trial Attorney, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6063 Email: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB74 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2037. REVISIONS TO CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES; PENALTY GUIDELINES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5123 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 209 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: In this final rule, the Federal Railroad Administration would revise its regulations to reflect revisions to the penalty provisions in the Hazardous Materials Transportation Safety and Security Reauthorization Act of 2005 (title VII of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users), enacted on August 10, 2005, and effective on October 1, 2005. FRA would also revise baseline assessments for several categories of violations, including those related to training and security plans, in our Civil Penalty Assessment Guidelines. FRA publishes its Guidelines in order to provide the regulated community and the general public with information on the hazardous materials civil penalty assessment process for violations related to the transportation of hazardous materials by rail. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 12/26/06 71 FR 77293 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Roberta Stewart, Trial Attorney, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6027 RIN: 2130-AB70 _______________________________________________________________________ 2038. TRACK SAFETY STANDARDS; INSPECTION OF JOINTS IN CONTINUOUS WELDED RAIL (CWR) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20142 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 213 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 8, 2005, title 9, section [[Page 22959]] 9005(b), SAFETEA-LU requires completion within 90 days. To be continued. Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Track Safety Standards (49 CFR part 213) to require track owners to file improved procedures for inspecting rail joint bars in continuous welded rail track. This rulemaking is required by section 9005(a) of the Safe Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA- LU). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 11/02/05 70 FR 66288 Interim Final Rule Effective 12/02/05 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 12/19/05 Final Rule 10/11/06 71 FR 59677 Final Rule Effective 10/31/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Sarah Grimmer, Trial Attorney, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6032 RIN: 2130-AB71 _______________________________________________________________________ 2039. PROPOSED DIRECT FINAL RULEMAKING PROCEDURES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 CFR 1.49; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20114; 49 USC 20306; 49 USC 20502 to 20504 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 211 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish direct final rulemaking procedures that will be used to expedite the processing of noncontroversial regulatory changes to which no adverse comment is anticipated. Under these procedures, FRA could choose to make routine or otherwise noncontroversial changes in a direct final rule which would become effective a specified number of days after its publication in the Federal Register, provided that no written adverse comment, or no request for a public hearing, was received before the rule's scheduled effective date. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/11/06 71 FR 59698 NPRM Comment Period End 12/11/06 Final Rule 03/07/07 72 FR 10086 Final Rule Effective 04/06/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Patricia V Sun, Trial Attorney, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., MS-10, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6060 Fax: 202 493-6068 RIN: 2130-AB77 _______________________________________________________________________ 2040. ESTABLISHMENT OF AN EMERGENCY RELIEF DOCKET AND PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING PETITIONS FOR EMERGENCY WAIVER RELIEF FROM THE FEDERAL REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 211.45 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a Federal Railroad Administration Emergency Relief Docket, and set forth procedures for obtaining waivers from a safety rule, regulation, or standard during an emergency. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 08/30/06 71 FR 51517 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 10/30/06 Final Rule 04/09/07 72 FR 17433 Final Rule Effective 04/09/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Masci, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-6037 Email: michael.masci@fra.dot.gov RIN: 2130-AB79 BILLING CODE 4910--06--S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Prerule Stage Federal Transit Administration (FTA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2041. PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 3026(b) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 633 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would make the following changes, as required by SAFETEA-LU, to the existing Project Management Oversight rule: A definition of ``major capital project'' that excludes a project to acquire rolling stock or to maintain or rehabilitate a vehicle and a requirement that oversight begin during the preliminary engineering stage of a project, unless it is more appropriate to begin the oversight during another stage of the project, to maximize the transportation benefits associated with project management oversight. In addition to the changes required by SAFETEA-LU, FTA will take this opportunity to update 49 CFR 633 in [[Page 22960]] its entirety. This will require a reevaluation of 49 CFR 633 component parts, including the definition of a major capital project, risk assessments, rightsizing, technical capacity, project management plan, financing plan, and procurement/project delivery methods. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Aaron James, Director, Office of Engineering, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-0107 Email: aaron.james@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA92 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage Federal Transit Administration (FTA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2042. [rplus]MAJOR CAPITAL INVESTMENT PROJECTS--NEW/SMALL STARTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 3011 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 611 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, April 7, 2006. Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a simplified evaluation process for projects seeking less than $75 million in New Starts funds. The rule will set out FTA's evaluation and rating process for proposed projects based on the results of project justification and local financial commitment. This action is mandated by SAFETEA-LU. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 01/30/06 71 FR 4864 ANPRM Comment Period End 03/10/06 NPRM 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Local, State URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Christopher VanWyk, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1733 Email: christopher.vanwyk@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA81 _______________________________________________________________________ 2043. CHARTER BUS OPERATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 3023(d) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 604 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Pursuant to the direction contained in SAFETEA-LU, section 3023(d), the FTA established a committee to develop, through negotiated rulemaking procedures, recommendations for improving the regulation regarding unauthorized competition from recipients of Federal financial assistance. The proposed revisions contained in the NPRM represent a complete revision of the charter service regulations contained in 49 CFR part 604. The NPRM contains the consensus work product of the Charter Bus Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee (CBNRAC), which was able to reach consensus on the majority of the regulatory language. Where the CBNRAC was unable to reach consensus, FTA proposes revisions to the charter service regulations based on the open, informed exchange of information that took place during meetings with the CBNRAC. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/15/07 72 FR 7526 NPRM Comment Period End 04/16/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Local, State Additional Information: On January 10, this rule was downgraded to nonsignificant. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Elizabeth Martineau, Senior Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1936 Fax: 202 366-3809 RIN: 2132-AA85 _______________________________________________________________________ 2044. REVISIONS TO THE JOINT FTA/FHWA NEPA REGULATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 6010 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 10, 2006. NPRM, Statutory, August 10, 2006. Abstract: Pursuant to SAFETEA-LU, this rulemaking would establish categorical exclusions for activities that support the deployment of intelligent transportation infrastructure and systems from the requirement that an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement be prepared under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) in compliance with the standards for categorical exclusions established by NEPA. In addition, this rulemaking would resolve inconsistencies between the regulation and the new 23 U.S.C. 139, created by section 6002 of SAFETEA-LU. Finally, the rulemaking proposes to update the regulation to reflect changes in the law and Agency practice over the years, and [[Page 22961]] make minor additions and changes to the list of categorical exclusions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Christopher VanWyk, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1733 Email: christopher.vanwyk@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA87 _______________________________________________________________________ 2045. [bull] NATIONAL TRANSIT DATABASE RURAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5335 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 630 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend current FTA National Transit Database regulations to include reporting requirements for recipients of nonurbanized area formula grants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/26/07 72 FR 14061 NPRM Comment Period End 04/25/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Organizations Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Shauna Coleman, Senior Legal Analyst, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW. Room 9316, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4063 Email: shauna.coleman@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA94 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Federal Transit Administration (FTA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2046. [rplus]PROTECTION OF PARKS, WILDLIFE AND WATERFOWL REFUGES, AND HISTORICAL SITES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 23 USC 138; 49 USC 303; PL 109-59, sec 6009 CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771; 23 CFR 774; 49 CFR 623 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 10, 2006. Abstract: This FTA/FHWA joint rulemaking would clarify the factors to be considered and the standards to be applied in determining the prudence and feasibility of alternatives under section 4(f)(138 of title 23, U.S. Code, and section 303 of title 49, U.S. Code). Section 4(f) properties include certain parks, recreation areas, wildlife and waterfowl refuges, and historic sites described in section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966 (Pub.L. 89-670). Section 4(f) generally prohibits the use of such properties for transportation projects unless the Secretary of Transportation finds there is no feasible and prudent alternative and all possible planning to minimize the harm is undertaken. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/27/06 71 FR 42611 NPRM Comment Period End 09/25/06 Final Rule 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Christopher VanWyk, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1733 Email: christopher.vanwyk@dot.gov Related RIN: Related to 2125-AF14 RIN: 2132-AA83 _______________________________________________________________________ 2047. [rplus]PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SECURITY GRANTS--SAFETEA-LU Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 3028 CFR Citation: 6 CFR 35; 49 CFR 601 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 6, 2006. Abstract: FTA will publish a direct final rule establishing in 49 CFR 601, subpart E, a reference where information on the transportation security grant program can be found. Given that DHS will administer the rule in consultation with FTA, on behalf of DOT, a direct final rule fulfills the intent of section 3028(c) of SAFTEA-LU, that DOT and DHS jointly issue final regulations outlining the requirements and characteristics of public transportation security grants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 01/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Shauna Coleman, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 [[Page 22962]] Phone: 202 493-0542 Fax: 202 366-3809 Email: shauna.coleman@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA84 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions Federal Transit Administration (FTA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2048. BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS AND WAIVER PROCEDURES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 3023 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 661 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would address issues not covered in the Buy America final rule (FR) signed March 14, 2006. The following issues were not addressed in the FR due to their complexity: 1) Justification for public interest waiver; 2) microprocessor and post-award waivers; 3) definition of final assembly; 4) proposed changes to communication equipment; and 5) the definition of end product and a representative list of end products. FTA held a public meeting on February 13, 2007, in conjunction with the issuance of its NPRM to further discuss issues with stakeholders and the public. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Second NPRM 11/30/06 71 FR 69412 Second NPRM Comment Period End 02/28/07 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: FTA published a final rule to amend 49 CFR parts 661 and 663 as required by the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) (Pub L. 109-59, August 10, 2005). The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) proposed certain changes to the Buy America requirements on November 21, 2005 (70 FR 71246). Because of the complexity of a number of recommendations and issues presented during the comment period, FTA decided to split the rulemaking and published a final rule on those issues that received little or no public comment. This new NPRM will address the issues raised in the NPRM published on November 21, 2005, but not addressed in the final rule. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Richard Wong, Attorney-Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0675 Fax: 202 366-3809 Email: richard.wong@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA90 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Federal Transit Administration (FTA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2049. [rplus]METROPOLITAN AND STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 3005 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 613; 23 CFR 450 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 6, 2006. Abstract: This joint rulemaking with FHWA sets standards for the annual listing of projects for which Federal funds have been obligated in the preceding year and specify the types of data to be included in the listing, including sufficient information about each project to identify its type, location, and amounts obligated. This rulemaking is mandated by SAFETEA-LU. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/09/06 71 FR 33510 NPRM Comment Period End 09/07/06 Final Rule 02/14/07 72 FR 7224 Final Rule Effective 03/16/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Christopher VanWyk, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1733 Email: christopher.vanwyk@dot.gov Related RIN: Related to 2125-AF09 RIN: 2132-AA82 _______________________________________________________________________ 2050. MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION DEMONSTRATION GRANT PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 5314(a)(6) CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: FTA must issue a regulation only if it decides to establish the Medical Transportation Demonstration Grant Program. Since FTA will not be awarding grants for the program at this time, there is no need to issue a rule to implement and administer the program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Terminated 02/23/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Organizations Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 22963]] Federalism: Undetermined URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Arthur Lopez, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 493-0539 Email: arthur.lopez@fta.dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA88 _______________________________________________________________________ 2051. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5334(a)(11) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 601 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking established a new subpart in 601 of title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, establishing an ``emergency relief docket'' by which grantees may request and be granted relief from FTA regulations in times of national and regional emergencies. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/08/06 71 FR 44957 NPRM Comment Period End 10/10/06 Final Rule 01/09/07 72 FR 910 Final Rule Effective 02/08/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Bonnie Graves, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0644 Email: bonnie.graves@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA89 _______________________________________________________________________ 2052. CLEAN FUELS GRANT PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 109-59, sec 3010 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 624 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would convert the Clean Fuels Grant program to a discretionary grant program in accordance with the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) (Pub. L. 109-59, August 10, 2005). TEA-21 established the Clean Fuels Formula Grant Program as a formula grant program with a two-fold purpose: 1) To assist nonattainment and maintenance areas in achieving or maintaining air quality attainment status and 2) to support emerging clean fuel and advanced propulsion technologies for transit buses and create markets for these technologies. Congress has determined that the program will now be a discretionary program subject to the statutory requirements of the urbanized area formula grants program of section 5307 of title 49 United States Code. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 03/30/07 72 FR 15049 Final Rule Effective 04/30/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Scheryl Portee, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-1936 Email: scheryl.portee@dot.gov RIN: 2132-AA91 BILLING CODE 4910--57--S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) _______________________________________________________________________ 2053. [bull] SEAWAY REGULATIONS AND RULES: INFLATION ADJUSTMENT OF CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 33 USC 983(a); 33 USC 984(4) CFR Citation: 33 CFR 401 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 13, 2006, Inflation adjustment of civil penalties. Abstract: This final rule implements the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended by the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996. The rule adjusts the amount of the statutory civil penalty for violation of the Seaway Regulations and Rules under the authority of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act of 1972 (PWSA), as amended. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 12/13/06 71 FR 66112 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Craig H. Middlebrook, Deputy Administrator, Department of Transportation, Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0091 Fax: 202-366-7147 Email: craig.middlebrook@sls.dot.gov RIN: 2135-AA23 _______________________________________________________________________ 2054. [bull] SEAWAY REGULATIONS AND RULES: PERIODIC UPDATE, VARIOUS CATEGORIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 33 USC 983(a); 33 USC 984 (a)(4) CFR Citation: 33 CFR 401; 49 CFR 1.52 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 22964]] Abstract: The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) and the St. Lawrence Management Corporation (SLSMC) of Canada, under international agreement, jointly publish and presently administer the St. Lawrence Seaway Regulations and Rules (Practices and Procedures in Canada) in their respective jurisdictions. Under agreement with the SLSMC, the SLSDC is amending the joint regulations by updating the Seaway Regulations and Rules in various categories. The changes update the following sections of the Regulations and Rules: Condition of Vessel; Preclearance and Security for Tolls; Seaway Navigation; Dangerous Cargo; and General. These amendments are necessary to take account of updated procedures and will enhance the safety of transits through the Seaway. Several of the amendments are merely editorial or for clarification of existing requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/04/06 71 FR 70336 NPRM Comment Period End 01/03/07 Final Rule 01/22/07 72 FR 2619 Final Rule Effective 02/21/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Craig H. Middlebrook, Deputy Administrator, Department of Transportation, Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0091 Fax: 202-366-7147 Email: craig.middlebrook@sls.dot.gov RIN: 2135-AA24 _______________________________________________________________________ 2055. [bull] TARIFF OF TOLLS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 33 USC 983(a), 984(a)(4) and 988, as amended CFR Citation: 33 CFR 402 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) and the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) of Canada, under international agreement, jointly publish and presently administer the St. Lawrence Seaway Tariff of Tolls in their respective jurisdictions. The Tariff sets forth the level of tolls assessed on all commodities and vessels transiting the facilities operated by the SLSDC and the SLSMC. The SLSDC is revising its regulations to reflect the fees and charges levied by the SLSMC in Canada starting in the 2007 navigation season, which are effective only in Canada. An amendment to increase the minimum charge per lock for those vessels that are not pleasure craft or subject in Canada to tolls under items 1 and 2 of the Tariff for full or partial transit of the Seaway will apply in the U.S. Also, the SLSDC is changing the toll charged per pleasure craft using the U.S. locks from $25 U.S. or $30 Canadian to $30 U.S. or $30 Canadian. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/20/06 71 FR 76228 NPRM Comment Period End 01/19/07 Final Rule 01/31/07 72 FR 4430 Final Rule Effective 03/02/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Craig H. Middlebrook, Deputy Administrator, Department of Transportation, Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0091 Fax: 202-366-7147 Email: craig.middlebrook@sls.dot.gov RIN: 2135-AA25 BILLING CODE 4910--61--S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2056. [rplus]HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: ENFORCEMENT REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 5121(e); 49 USC 5103, 5121(e) CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 11, 2005, Temporary Rule. Final, Statutory, August 10, 2006, Final Rule. Abstract: Pursuant to a mandate in SAFETEA-LU (section 7118 of Pub.L. 109-59), this rulemaking would establish procedural regulations to implement authority provided to DOT to open packages believed to contain hazardous materials; remove such packages from transportation; gather information; order the package transported to a facility for examination and analysis; obtain assistance from qualified persons; and issue emergency restrictions, prohibitions, recalls, or out-of-service orders to abate an imminent hazard. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jackie Cho, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4400 Fax: 202 366-7041 Email: jackie.cho@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE13 [[Page 22965]] _______________________________________________________________________ 2057. [rplus]PIPELINE SAFETY: DISTRIBUTION INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108 to 60110, 60113, 60118; 49 CFR 1.53. CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would establish integrity management program requirements appropriate for gas distribution pipeline operators. This rulemaking would require gas distribution pipeline operators to develop and implement programs to better assure the integrity of their pipeline systems. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket Nos. PHMSA-04-18938 and PHMSA-04-19854. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Mike Israni, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4571 Email: mike.israni@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE15 _______________________________________________________________________ 2058. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: FUEL CELLS TRANSPORTED BY PASSENGER AIRCRAFT IN CARRY-ON BAGGAGE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking action would adopt standards for transporting fuel cell systems, fuel cell cartridges, and spare fuel cell cartridges in carry-on baggage on board by passenger-carrying aircraft. This rulemaking action would harmonize the Hazardous Materials Regulations with regulations recently adopted by the International Civil Aviation Organization that are scheduled to become effective on January 1, 2007. The rulemaking action would increase the level of safety associated with transporting fuel cell cartridges and spare fuel cell cartridges and facilitate the transport of these materials in international commerce. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket HM-243; PHMSA 06 25446 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Eileen Edmonson, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: eileen.edmonson@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE19 _______________________________________________________________________ 2059. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISION OF REQUIREMENTS FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TELEPHONE NUMBERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rulemaking would amend the HMR by requiring shippers utilizing a third-party to provide emergency response information by telephone to identify the person registered with the third-party provider on shipping papers. The rulemaking would ensure a third-party provider is able to identify the shipment for which it is responsible and provide necessary information to transport workers and first responders in the event of a hazardous materials incident. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: PHMSA Docket HM-206 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Joan McIntyre, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: joan.mcintyre@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE21 _______________________________________________________________________ 2060. [bull] HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: MISCELLANEOUS CARGO TANK MOTOR VEHICLE AND CYLINDER ISSUES; PETITIONS FOR RULEMAKING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 171 to 180 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise certain requirements applicable to the manufacturing, maintenance, and use of DOT specification cargo tank motor vehicles, DOT specification cylinders, and UN pressure receptacles. The revisions are based on petitions for rulemaking submitted by the regulated community and are intended to clarify regulatory requirements and reduce operating burdens on manufacturers, requalifiers, carriers, shippers, and users. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: HM-218E URL For More Information: [[Page 22966]] dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Cameron H. Satterthwaite, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: cameron.satterthwaite@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE23 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2061. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: MISCELLANEOUS PACKAGING AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 174; 49 CFR 178 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would add provisions for Large Packagings and revise the specification requirements for non-bulk packagings and portable tanks. This rulemaking would address issues raised through enforcement actions and requests for clarification of the regulations by packaging manufacturers, third-part labs, and shippers. The proposals would address packaging closures, design modifications that may or may not require recertification. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/01/06 71 FR 52017 NPRM Comment Period End 11/30/06 Final Rule 12/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket HM-231. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Arthur M Pollack, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: arthur.pollack@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AD89 _______________________________________________________________________ 2062. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISION OF REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTHORIZATION OF USE OF INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 CFR 5101 to 5127 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 172 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would consolidate and revise requirements authorizing the use of international standards for transporting hazardous materials. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/27/06 71 FR 4544 NPRM Comment Period End 03/28/06 Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Hm Docket: HM-215 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Joan McIntyre, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: joan.mcintyre@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE01 _______________________________________________________________________ 2063. [rplus]TRANSPORTATION OF LITHIUM BATTERIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171, 172; 49 CFR 173, 175 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would consolidate RIN 2137-AE05 ``Transportation of Lithium Batteries'' and RIN 2137-AD48 ``Hazardous Materials; Transportation of Lithium Batteries.'' The merging of the rulemakings into one final rule would simplify and make easier to understand the Hazardous Materials Regulation (HMR) changes applicable to lithium batteries. Both RIN numbers would be retained for the final rule. RIN 2137-AE05 would prohibit the offering for transportation and transportation of primary lithium batteries and cells as cargo aboard passenger-carrying aircraft. This prohibition would apply to both foreign and domestic passenger-carrying aircraft entering, leaving, or operating in the United States. The rule would also require that, when offered for transport in other modes, shipments of primary lithium batteries and cells must be marked to indicate that they are forbidden from transport aboard passenger-carrying aircraft. With the merging of RIN 2137-AD48, this rule would also revise requirements applicable to the transportation of lithium batteries to achieve greater consistency with international requirements. It responds to NTSB recommendations. PHMSA has prepared and published for public comment an Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (IRFA) in order to determine the impact of its proposal on small entities. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 12/15/04 69 FR 75208 Interim Final Rule Effective 12/29/04 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 02/14/05 Correction 09/28/06 71 FR 56894 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No [[Page 22967]] Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: PHMSA-04-19886; Docket No. HM-224E to be merged with PHMSA-02-11989; Docket HM-224C for the final rule stage. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John A Gale, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: john.gale@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE05 _______________________________________________________________________ 2064. PIPELINE SAFETY: INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS AND CLARIFICATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108 to 60110, 60113, and 60118 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This document addresses regulations for pipeline integrity management in high consequence areas. The rulemaking allows more flexibility in the reassessment interval for hazardous liquid pipeline, and requires both hazardous liquid and natural gas operators to notify PHMSA whenever they reduce pressure in the pipeline to mitigate a defect and to provide the reason for the pressure reduction. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/15/05 70 FR 74262 NPRM Comment Period End 02/13/06 Written Comments on the proposed regulatory changes. 02/13/06 Written engineering analysis and technical data. 04/16/06 Public Meeting 06/26/06 71 FR 25640 Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. PHMSA-04-18938 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Mike Israni, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4571 Email: mike.israni@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE07 _______________________________________________________________________ 2065. PIPELINE SAFETY: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS TO REDUCE INTERNAL CORROSION IN GAS TRANSMISSION PIPELINES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 60102 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would require new and replaced pipelines to be designed and constructed in a manner that reduces the risk of internal corrosion. This rulemaking addresses an NTSB recommendation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/15/05 70 FR 74262 NPRM Comment Period End 02/13/06 Public Meeting 06/28/06 71 FR 25640 Final Rule 04/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. PHMSA-05-22642 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Florence Hamn, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4595 Email: florence.hamn@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE09 _______________________________________________________________________ 2066. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS; MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 173; 49 CFR 175; 49 CFR 177 to 178; 49 CFR 180 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This nonsignificant rulemaking would make miscellaneous amendments to the Hazardous Materials Regulations based on petitions for rulemaking and PHMSA initiative. This rulemaking would update, clarify, and provide relief from various HMR requirements, primarily to reduce regulatory burdens on industry, including: (1) Updating the list of materials incorporated by reference; (2) amending the Hazardous Materials Table to remove, add, and revise certain proper shipping names; (3) adding a new definition for ``Household Waste''; and (4) authorizing the use of alternative angle valves on cargo tanks that transport chlorine. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/25/06 71 FR 55757 NPRM Comment Period End 11/24/06 Final Rule 10/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. HM-218D URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Cameron H. Satterthwaite, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: cameron.satterthwaite@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE10 _______________________________________________________________________ 2067. REGISTRATION AND FEE ASSESSMENT PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq, as amended by title VII of PL 109- 59; [[Page 22968]] 199 Stat 594; 49 USC 5101 et seq, as amended by title VII of PL 109-59; 199 Stat 594 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would increase the registration fee for persons who do not meet the U.S. Small Business Administration criteria for defining a small business to (1) $1,975 (plus a $25 administrative fee) for 2007-08 and (2) $2,975 (plus a $25 administrative fee) for 2008-09 and the following years. This increase is necessary to fund the national Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness grants program at approximately $28,000,000 as authorized in the Hazardous Materials Transportation Safety and Security Reauthorizaation Act of 2005, title VII of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act--A Legacy for Users, Public Law 109-59. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/15/06 71 FR 46884 NPRM Comment Period End 10/16/06 Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No.: HM-208 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Deborah Boothe, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: deborah.boothe@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE11 _______________________________________________________________________ 2068. PIPELINE SAFETY: PARTIAL RELIEF FROM PUBLIC AWARENESS REGULATIONS FOR CERTAIN SMALL OPERATORS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108, 60110, 60113, and 60118 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would revise pipeline safety regulations for operators' public awareness programs to address a petition from the gas distribution pipeline industry. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/29/06 71 FR 57457 NPRM Comment Period End 11/28/06 Final Rule 09/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: PHMSA-2003-15852 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Blaine Keener, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0970 Email: blaine.keener@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE17 _______________________________________________________________________ 2069. [bull] HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISIONS TO THE LIST OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES AND REPORTABLE QUANTITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq; 42 USC 11011 et seq CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: PHMSA is revising the ``List of Hazardous Substances and Reportable Quantities'' that appears in Table 1 of Appendix A to section 172.101 of the Hazardous Materials Regulations to incorporate updates to the list of hazardous substances recently adopted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This action is required under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980, as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986, which requires PHMSA to list and regulate all hazardous substances designated by EPA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. HM-145N URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Dirk Der Kinderen, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-4400 Email: dirk.derkinderen@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE24 [[Page 22969]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2070. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: SECURITY REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTOR CARRIERS TRANSPORTING HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq; 49 USC 322 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 397 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would address the need for enhanced security requirements for motor carrier transportation of hazardous materials. DHS is the primary Federal agency responsible for security in all modes of transportation. Consistent with the DHS-DOT MOU and the PHMSA-TSA Annex to the MOU, PHMSA and FMCSA, in consultation with TSA, have determined that any rulemaking to enhance the security of motor carrier shipments of hazardous materials should be conducted by TSA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/16/02 67 FR 46622 ANPRM Comment Period End 10/15/02 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: Docket No. HM-232A; FMCSA-02-11650. PHMSA has assumed the lead role from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which has closed its rulemaking action under RIN 2136- AA71. Any further rulemaking will be addressed under RIN 2137-AD70. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Susan Gorsky, Senior Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: susan.gorsky@dot.gov Related RIN: Split from 2126-AA71 RIN: 2137-AD70 _______________________________________________________________________ 2071. [rplus]PIPELINE SAFETY: PROTECTING UNUSUALLY SENSITIVE AREAS FROM RURAL ONSHORE HAZARDOUS LIQUID GATHERING LINES AND LOW-STRESS LINES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 24, 1995, Mandated by Pipeline Safety statute of 1992. Abstract: This rulemaking would establish limited safety rules for rural onshore hazardous liquid gathering pipelines and low stress pipelines that are within a defined buffer of an unusually sensitive area. These areas include drinking water and ecological resource areas, which are particularly vulnerable to a pipeline release. The safety requirements would address the most common threats to the integrity of these pipelines. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Public Meeting 12/13/05 70 FR 61690 Public Meeting 06/26/06 71 FR 25640 NPRM 09/06/06 71 FR 52504 NPRM Comment Period End 11/06/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. PHMSA-03-15864 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Lane Miller, Pipeline Security Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 405 954-4969 Email: lane.miller@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AD98 _______________________________________________________________________ 2072. [rplus]HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: ENHANCING RAIL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY AND SECURITY FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SHIPMENTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172 to 174; 49 CFR 179 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: In consultation with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), PHMSA would revise the current requirements on the safe and secure transportation of hazardous materials transported in commerce by rail. It may require rail carriers to (1) compile annual data on certain shipments of hazardous materials and use the data to analyze safety and security risks along rail transportation routes where those materials are transported; (2) assess alternative routing options and make routing decisions based on those assessments; and (3) clarify the current security plan requirements to address en route storage and delays in transit. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Request for Comments 08/10/04 69 FR 50987 Comment Period End 10/18/04 NPRM 12/21/06 71 FR 76834 NPRM Comment Period End 02/20/07 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-232E; RSPA-2004-18730 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Susan Gorsky, Senior Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: susan.gorsky@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE02 [[Page 22970]] _______________________________________________________________________ 2073. [rplus]HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REQUIREMENTS FOR STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVES DURING TRANSPORTATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 173 and 174; 49 CFR 176 to 177 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would address the current safety and security risks associated with the storage of explosives during transportation. In the last Internet report, we were moving forward with an NPRM with a publication date scheduled in June 2007. We have decided to reopen the comment period for the ANPRM to accommodate a public meeting in March 2007 that will assist with the development of the NPRM. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/16/05 70 FR 69493 ANPRM Comment Period End 02/14/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket No. HM-238; URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Ben Supko, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: ben.supko@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE06 _______________________________________________________________________ 2074. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISION OF REQUIREMENTS FOR SECURITY PLANS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: In response to two industry petitions for rulemaking, this rulemaking will reconsider and refine the list of hazardous materials for which security plans are currently required. The industry petitioners asked PHMSA to amend the security plan regulations to create a distinction between hazardous materials that present a significant security risk while in transportation and the vast majority of hazardous materials that pose no significant security risk in transportation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 09/21/06 71 FR 55156 ANPRM Comment Period End 12/20/06 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: HM-232 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Susan Gorsky, Senior Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: susan.gorsky@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE22 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2075. [rplus]HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: TRANSPORTATION OF OXYGEN CYLINDERS AND OXYGEN GENERATORS ABOARD AIRCRAFT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127 CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 175 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would require oxygen cylinders and oxygen generators, when transported aboard aircraft, to be packed in an outer packaging that meets prescribed thermal and heat resistance requirements. These requirements would increase the level of safety associated with transportation of oxidizing gases by air. This rule has no impact on the use of passenger-owned oxygen cylinders. This rule is significant due to public interest. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/06/04 69 FR 25470 Comment Period Extended 08/04/04 69 FR 47074 Extended NPRM Comment Period End12/13/04 Final Rule 01/31/07 72 FR 4442 Final Rule Effective 10/01/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-224B, RSPA-04-17664. A separate rulemaking addressing the use of passenger-owned cylinders of oxygen during a flight is under RIN 2105-AC29. Previously titled Hazardous Materials Safety: Transportation of Oxygen Cylinders on Aircraft. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John A Gale, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: john.gale@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AD33 _______________________________________________________________________ 2076. [rplus]HAZARDOUS MATERIALS; TRANSPORTATION OF LITHIUM BATTERIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127 [[Page 22971]] CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172 to 175 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking is being merged with RIN 2137-AE05; HM-224E (also lithium batteries) for the final rule stage. Both RIN numbers will be retained. The merging of the two documents into one final rule will simplify and make easier to understand the HMR changes applicable to lithium batteries. The merging of this rulemaking (RIN 2137-AD48) would revise requirements applicable to the transportation of lithium batteries to achieve greater consistency with international requirements. The rulemaking would respond to NTSB recommendations. PHMSA has prepared and published for public comment an Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (IRFA) in order to determine the impact of its proposal on small entities. With the merging of RIN 2137-AE05, the rulemaking would also prohibit the offering for transportation and transportation of primary lithium batteries and cells as cargo aboard passenger-carrying aircraft. This prohibition would apply to both foreign and domestic passenger-carrying aircraft entering, leaving, or operating in the United States. The rule would also require that, when offered for transport in other modes, shipments of primary lithium batteries and cells must be marked to indicate that they are forbidden from transport aboard passenger-carrying aircraft. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Merged With 2137-AE05 01/17/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-224C, PHMSA-02-11989 (RIN 2137- AD48) to be merged with Docket HM-224E, PHMSA-04-19886 (RIN 2137-AE05) for final rule stage. URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: John A Gale, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: john.gale@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AD48 _______________________________________________________________________ 2077. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY: HARMONIZATION WITH THE UNITED NATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS, INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS CODE, AND INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION'S TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq; 49 USC 5101 et seq CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 180 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to maintain consistency with international standards. The amendments are necessary because of recent changes to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Technical Instructions for the Safe Transportation of Dangerous Goods, and the United Nations (UN) Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. Harmonization serves to facilitate international transportation while ensuring the safety of people, property, and the environment. The most significant revisions include (1) incorporation by reference of the updated ICAO Technical Instructions, IMDG Code and UN Recommendations; (2) amendments to the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) to add, revise, or remove certain proper shipping names, hazard classes, packing groups, special provisions, packaging authorizations, bulk packaging requirements, passenger and cargo aircraft maximum quantity limitations, and vessel stowage provisions; (3) extension of the existing grandfather provisions for the continued use of IM 101, IM 102 and DOT 51 portable tanks; (4) addition, removal, and revision of certain entries to the List of Marine Pollutants; (5) adoption of an alternative shipping paper description; and (6) redesign of the ORGANIC PEROXIDE label and placard. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/31/06 71 FR 51894 NPRM Comment Period End 10/16/06 Final Rule 12/29/06 71 FR 78596 Final Rule Effective 01/01/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: Docket HM-215I URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Charles E Betts, Transportation Regulations Specialist, Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-8553 Email: charles.betts@dot.gov RIN: 2137-AE16 BILLING CODE 4910--60--S [[Page 22972]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Maritime Administration (MARAD) _______________________________________________________________________ 2078. LAUNCH BARGE WAIVER PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 49 CFR 1.66; PL 108-293, 118 Stat 1028; 46 App USC 1114(b) CFR Citation: 46 CFR 389 (New) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will establish regulations governing administrative determinations of availability of coastwise-qualified launch barges to be used in the transportation and launching of offshore oil drilling or production platform jackets in specified projects. This rulemaking implements provisions of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2004, which, among other things, requires the Secretary of Transportation (acting through the Maritime Administrator) to adopt procedures to determine if coastwise-qualified vessels are available for platform jacket transport and launching, and if not, to allow the use of non-coastwise qualified foreign built vessels. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/15/05 70 FR 47771 NPRM Comment Period End 10/14/05 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 10/19/05 70 FR 60770 NPRM Comment Period End 12/13/05 Reply Comment Period 08/15/06 71 FR 46887 Reply Comment Period End 10/16/06 Final Rule 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Michael Hokana, Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-0760 Email: michael.hokana@marad.dot.gov RIN: 2133-AB67 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions Maritime Administration (MARAD) _______________________________________________________________________ 2079. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR REIMBURSEMENT PILOT PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 46 app USC 1114(b); PL 109-163; 49 CFR 1.66 CFR Citation: 46 CFR 296 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 6, 2006, sec 3503 of PL 109- 163 directs MARAD to publish an NPRM within 30 days of the date of enactment (i.e., within 30 days of 01/06/06). Abstract: This final rule will amend the Maritime Administration's (MARAD's) regulations governing its pilot program for the reimbursement of costs of qualified maintenance and repair (M&R) of Maritime Security Program (MSP) vessels performed in United States shipyards. Under section 3503 of Public Law 109-163, the Secretary of Transportation, acting through the Maritime Administrator, is directed to implement regulations that, among other things, replace MARAD's voluntary M&R reimbursement program with a mandatory system. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/08/06 71 FR 6438 NPRM Comment Period End 04/10/06 Reply Comment Period 08/23/06 71 FR 49399 Reply Comment Period End 09/22/06 Final Rule 02/06/07 72 FR 5342 Final Rule Effective 03/08/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Jean E. McKeever, Associate Administrator, Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202 366-5737 Fax: 202-366-3511 Email: jean.mckeever@dot.gov RIN: 2133-AB68 BILLING CODE 4910--81--S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage Research and Innovative Technologies Administration (RITA) _______________________________________________________________________ 2080. SUBMISSION OF AVIATION DATA VIA THE INTERNET Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 49 USC 329(b) CFR Citation: 14 CFR 217; 14 CFR 234; 14 CFR 241; 14 CFR 250; 14 CFR 291; 14 CFR 298; 14 CFR 374a Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking would propose that U.S. and foreign air carriers submit their required recurrent financial, traffic, operational, and consumer reports via the Internet. The proposed action would enhance security of the data, reduce air carriers' mailing costs, eliminate the need for the Bureau to keypunch hardcopy data, and provide submitters immediate notification and a receipt that their data has been received by the Bureau. [[Page 22973]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/20/06 71 FR 76226 NPRM Comment Period End 02/20/07 Final Action 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Public Compliance Cost: ; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 2005 URL For More Information: dms.dot.gov URL For Public Comments: dms.dot.gov Agency Contact: Bernard Stankus, Department of Transportation, Research and Innovative Technologies Administration, Room 4125, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001 Phone: 202 366-4387 Fax: 202 366-3383 Email: bernard.stankus@dot.gov RIN: 2139-AA11 [FR Doc. 07-01597 Filed 04-27-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-HY-S