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Federal Register
Vol. 74, No. 70
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Vol. 74, No. 70
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
There are 3 announcements in this issue
1. AIR - PR/Comment Extension. National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines
2. ALL - FRD. DOI. Amendment to the Freedom of Information Act Regulations (FOIA)
3. HAZ, TRANSPORT - FRD. DOT/Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. Pipeline Safety: Incorporation by Reference Update: American Petroleum Institute (API) Standards 5L and 1104
CODES USED: THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE USED TO IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ANNOUNCEMENT & ISSUE AREA.
REPORTING FORMAT: ISSUE CODE - TYPE CODE. AGENCY. ANNOUNCEMENT.
ISSUE CODES: AIR - Air; ALL - Cross-Media, ecosystems, Env. Justice; CLIMATE - Climate Change, Global Warming; DRINK - Drinking Water, SDWA, Underground Injection; ENERGY - Energy; GLAKES - Great Lakes; HAZ - Hazardous Waste, RCRA, HSWA, DOT/RSPA, Some Nuclear (NRC); LAND - Land Use, Forests; P2 - Pollution Prevention, Sustainability, Recycling, Pjt. XL; REMED - Remediation, Brownfields, Superfund; TANKS - AST, UST; TOXICS = Toxics, TRI, TSCA, Pesticides, Risks, RTK; TRANSPORT - Transportation; SOLID - Solid Waste, RCRA Subtitle D; WATER - Surface Water, NPS, NPDES, Wetlands; WILDLIFE = Wildlife, Biodiversity, Endangered Species.
TYPE CODES: ANPR - Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking; FR - Final Rule; FRD - Direct final rule; FRI - Interim final rule; ICR - Information Collection Request; ND - Notice of data, information, reports, etc. availability; NF - Notice of Fuding Opportunity; NM - Notice of Meeting; NS - Notice of administrative/court settlement; PR - Proposed Rule; ROD - Record of decision.
ANNOUNCEMENT 1
Subject: AIR - PR/Comment Extension. National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines
[Federal Register: April 14, 2009 (Volume 74, Number 70)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Page 17130-17131]
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
40 CFR Part 63
[EPA-HQ-OAR-2008-0708, FRL-8791-5]
RIN 2060-AP36
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for
Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Extension of public comment period.
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SUMMARY: On March 5, 2009, EPA proposed national emission standards for
existing stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines that
either: are located at area sources of hazardous air pollutant
emissions; or are located at major sources of hazardous air pollutants
and are either non-emergency compression-ignition engines, or are other
engines that have a site rating of less than or equal to 500 brake
horsepower. In this notice, we are announcing a 30-day extension of the
public comment period for the proposal.
DATES: Comments must be received on or before June 3, 2009.
ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-
OAR-2008-0708, by one of the following methods:
www.regulations.gov: Follow the on-line instructions for
submitting comments.
E-mail: a-and-r-docket@epa.gov.
Fax: (202) 566-1741.
Mail: Air and Radiation Docket and Information Center,
Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 6102T, 1200 Pennsylvania
Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. Please include a total of two copies.
EPA requests a separate copy also be sent to the contact person
identified below (see FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT). In addition,
please mail a copy of your comments on the information collection
provisions to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office
of Management and Budget, Attn: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th St. NW.,
Washington, DC 20503.
Hand Delivery: Air and Radiation Docket and Information
Center, U.S. EPA, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington,
DC. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket's normal hours
of operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of
boxed information.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. Melanie King, Energy Strategies
Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (D243-01), Environmental
Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711;
telephone number: (919) 541-2469; facsimile number: (919) 541-5450; e-
mail address: king.melanie@epa.gov.
[Proposed Rules]
[Page 17130-17131]
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
40 CFR Part 63
[EPA-HQ-OAR-2008-0708, FRL-8791-5]
RIN 2060-AP36
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for
Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Extension of public comment period.
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SUMMARY: On March 5, 2009, EPA proposed national emission standards for
existing stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines that
either: are located at area sources of hazardous air pollutant
emissions; or are located at major sources of hazardous air pollutants
and are either non-emergency compression-ignition engines, or are other
engines that have a site rating of less than or equal to 500 brake
horsepower. In this notice, we are announcing a 30-day extension of the
public comment period for the proposal.
DATES: Comments must be received on or before June 3, 2009.
ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-
OAR-2008-0708, by one of the following methods:
submitting comments.
Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 6102T, 1200 Pennsylvania
Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. Please include a total of two copies.
EPA requests a separate copy also be sent to the contact person
identified below (see FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT). In addition,
please mail a copy of your comments on the information collection
provisions to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office
of Management and Budget, Attn: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th St. NW.,
Washington, DC 20503.
Center, U.S. EPA, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington,
DC. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket's normal hours
of operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of
boxed information.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. Melanie King, Energy Strategies
Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (D243-01), Environmental
Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711;
telephone number: (919) 541-2469; facsimile number: (919) 541-5450; e-
mail address: king.melanie@epa.gov.
ACCESS THE COMPLETE PUBLISHED ANNOUNCEMENT IN HTML OR PDF FORMATS AT:
ANNOUNCEMENT 2
Subject: ALL - FRD. DOI. Amendment to the Freedom of Information Act Regulations (FOIA)
[Federal Register: April 14, 2009 (Volume 74, Number 70)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Page 17090-17094]
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Office of the Secretary
43 CFR Part 2
RIN 1090-AA61
Amendment to the Freedom of Information Act Regulations
AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Interior.
ACTION: Direct final rule.
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SUMMARY: This document amends the Department of the Interior's (DOI)
regulations implementing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5
U.S.C. 552. In particular, it: clarifies the time limit that requesters
have for filing FOIA appeals; clarifies that requesters must include
the required documentation with their appeals or their appeals may be
rejected by the FOIA Appeals Officer; clarifies that requesters must
file a FOIA request with each separate bureau/office from which they
are seeking records; changes the language regarding requests for
expedited processing to be consistent with the language used in the
FOIA including removing a paragraph in that section pertaining to ``due
process rights;'' makes the use of multitrack processing mandatory for
all bureaus and offices; advises requesters that they may contact the
bureau/office's FOIA Requester Service Center and the FOIA Public
Liaison concerning the status of their requests; and includes current
contact information for DOI's FOIA and Public Affairs/Office of
Communications Contacts and its reading rooms (Headquarters).
Additionally, the final rule revises the definitions of the terms:
``representative of the news media'' and ``freelance journalist'' in
accordance with the Openness Promotes Effectiveness in Our National
(OPEN) Government Act of 2007 (December 31, 2007). The term ``news'' is
defined within the term ``representative of the news media.''
DATES: With the exception of Sec. 2.3(k) and (r), this rule is
effective May 14, 2009. Section 2.3(k) and (r) have been revised
consistent with the OPEN Government Act of 2007 and are effective May
29, 2009 without further action unless significant adverse comments are
received by May 14, 2009. If significant adverse comments to Sec.
2.3(k) and (r) comments are received, DOI will publish a timely
withdrawal of these paragraphs in the Federal Register.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by the number 1090-AA61,
on the portions of this rule identified in Part II, Procedural Matters
and Required Documentation, that have not previously been published for
review by any of the following methods:
--Federal rulemaking portal: http://www.regulations.gov [Follow the
instructions for submitting comments]; or
--Mail or hand delivery: OCIO/DOI, 1849 C Street, NW., Room 7456-MIB,
Washington, DC 20240.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Alexandra Mallus, Office of the Chief
Information Officer, MS-7438, Main Interior Building, 1849 C Street,
NW., Washington, DC 20240; Telephone (202) 208-5342. E-Mail:
Alexandra_Mallus@ios.doi.gov.
[Rules and Regulations]
[Page 17090-17094]
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Office of the Secretary
43 CFR Part 2
RIN 1090-AA61
Amendment to the Freedom of Information Act Regulations
AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Interior.
ACTION: Direct final rule.
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SUMMARY: This document amends the Department of the Interior's (DOI)
regulations implementing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5
U.S.C. 552. In particular, it: clarifies the time limit that requesters
have for filing FOIA appeals; clarifies that requesters must include
the required documentation with their appeals or their appeals may be
rejected by the FOIA Appeals Officer; clarifies that requesters must
file a FOIA request with each separate bureau/office from which they
are seeking records; changes the language regarding requests for
expedited processing to be consistent with the language used in the
FOIA including removing a paragraph in that section pertaining to ``due
process rights;'' makes the use of multitrack processing mandatory for
all bureaus and offices; advises requesters that they may contact the
bureau/office's FOIA Requester Service Center and the FOIA Public
Liaison concerning the status of their requests; and includes current
contact information for DOI's FOIA and Public Affairs/Office of
Communications Contacts and its reading rooms (Headquarters).
Additionally, the final rule revises the definitions of the terms:
``representative of the news media'' and ``freelance journalist'' in
accordance with the Openness Promotes Effectiveness in Our National
(OPEN) Government Act of 2007 (December 31, 2007). The term ``news'' is
defined within the term ``representative of the news media.''
DATES: With the exception of Sec. 2.3(k) and (r), this rule is
effective May 14, 2009. Section 2.3(k) and (r) have been revised
consistent with the OPEN Government Act of 2007 and are effective May
29, 2009 without further action unless significant adverse comments are
received by May 14, 2009. If significant adverse comments to Sec.
2.3(k) and (r) comments are received, DOI will publish a timely
withdrawal of these paragraphs in the Federal Register.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by the number 1090-AA61,
on the portions of this rule identified in Part II, Procedural Matters
and Required Documentation, that have not previously been published for
review by any of the following methods:
--Federal rulemaking portal: http://www.regulations.gov [Follow the
instructions for submitting comments]; or
--Mail or hand delivery: OCIO/DOI, 1849 C Street, NW., Room 7456-MIB,
Washington, DC 20240.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Alexandra Mallus, Office of the Chief
Information Officer, MS-7438, Main Interior Building, 1849 C Street,
NW., Washington, DC 20240; Telephone (202) 208-5342. E-Mail:
Alexandra_Mallus@ios.doi.gov.
ANNOUNCEMENT 3
Subject: HAZ, TRANSPORT - FRD. DOT/Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. Pipeline Safety: Incorporation by Reference Update: American Petroleum Institute (API) Standards 5L and 1104
[Federal Register: April 14, 2009 (Volume 74, Number 70)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Page 17099-17102]
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
49 CFR Parts 192 and 195
[Docket No. PHMSA-2008-0334.]
RIN 2137-AE42
Pipeline Safety: Incorporation by Reference Update: American
Petroleum Institute (API) Standards 5L and 1104
AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Direct final rule.
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SUMMARY: This direct final rule incorporates by reference the most
recent editions of API Specification 5L ``Specification for Line Pipe''
and API 1104 ``Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities.'' The
purpose of this update is to enable pipeline operators to utilize
current technology, materials, and practices to help maintain a high
level of safety relative to their pipeline operations. PHMSA is not
eliminating the use of the current referenced standards but simply
allowing the additional use of these new standards. PHMSA may in the
future propose to eliminate the incorporation of the existing
referenced standards.
DATES: Effective Date: This rule is effective April 14, 2009 without
further action, unless adverse comment is received by June 15, 2009. If
adverse comment is received, PHMSA will publish a timely withdrawal of
the rule in the Federal Register.
Incorporation by Reference Date: The incorporation by reference of
certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of
the Federal Register as of April 14, 2009.
ADDRESSES: Comments should reference DOT Docket ID Number PHMSA-2008-
0334 and may be submitted by any of the following methods:
E-Gov Web: http://www.regulations.gov. This web site
allows the public to enter comments on any Federal Register notice
issued by any agency. Follow the online instructions for submitting
comments.
Mail: Docket Management System: U.S. Department of
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building Ground
Floor, Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
Hand Delivery or Courier: DOT Docket Management System,
West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Instructions: Identify the docket ID, PHMSA 2008-0334, at the
beginning of your comments. If you submit your comments by mail, submit
two copies. If you wish to receive confirmation that PHMSA received
your comments, include a self-addressed stamped postcard. Internet
users may submit comments at http://www.regulations.gov.
Note: All comments received will be posted without edits to
http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information
provided. Please see the Privacy Act heading below.
Privacy Act: Anyone is able to search the electronic form of all
comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual
submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf
of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review DOT's
complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on
April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477-78) or you may visit http://
DocketInfo.dot.gov.
Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or
comments received, go to http://www.regulations.gov or the street
address listed above. Follow the online instructions for accessing the
dockets.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For information about the technical
standards contact Mike Israni, (202) 366-4571, or by e-mail at
mike.israni@dot.gov. For all other information contact John Gale by
phone at (202) 366-4046 or by e-mail at john.gale@dot.gov.
[Rules and Regulations]
[Page 17099-17102]
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
49 CFR Parts 192 and 195
[Docket No. PHMSA-2008-0334.]
RIN 2137-AE42
Pipeline Safety: Incorporation by Reference Update: American
Petroleum Institute (API) Standards 5L and 1104
AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Direct final rule.
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SUMMARY: This direct final rule incorporates by reference the most
recent editions of API Specification 5L ``Specification for Line Pipe''
and API 1104 ``Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities.'' The
purpose of this update is to enable pipeline operators to utilize
current technology, materials, and practices to help maintain a high
level of safety relative to their pipeline operations. PHMSA is not
eliminating the use of the current referenced standards but simply
allowing the additional use of these new standards. PHMSA may in the
future propose to eliminate the incorporation of the existing
referenced standards.
DATES: Effective Date: This rule is effective April 14, 2009 without
further action, unless adverse comment is received by June 15, 2009. If
adverse comment is received, PHMSA will publish a timely withdrawal of
the rule in the Federal Register.
Incorporation by Reference Date: The incorporation by reference of
certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of
the Federal Register as of April 14, 2009.
ADDRESSES: Comments should reference DOT Docket ID Number PHMSA-2008-
0334 and may be submitted by any of the following methods:
allows the public to enter comments on any Federal Register notice
issued by any agency. Follow the online instructions for submitting
comments.
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building Ground
Floor, Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays.
Instructions: Identify the docket ID, PHMSA 2008-0334, at the
beginning of your comments. If you submit your comments by mail, submit
two copies. If you wish to receive confirmation that PHMSA received
your comments, include a self-addressed stamped postcard. Internet
users may submit comments at http://www.regulations.gov.
Note: All comments received will be posted without edits to
http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information
provided. Please see the Privacy Act heading below.
Privacy Act: Anyone is able to search the electronic form of all
comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual
submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf
of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review DOT's
complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on
April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477-78) or you may visit http://
DocketInfo.dot.gov.
Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or
comments received, go to http://www.regulations.gov or the street
address listed above. Follow the online instructions for accessing the
dockets.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For information about the technical
standards contact Mike Israni, (202) 366-4571, or by e-mail at
mike.israni@dot.gov. For all other information contact John Gale by
phone at (202) 366-4046 or by e-mail at john.gale@dot.gov.
