A bill to amend the Clean Air Act relating to greenhouse gases, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: February 2, 2010 [House, Page H471). Text of the bill to be listed here.

NRCS is issuing a series of revised conservation practice standards in the National Handbook of Conservation Practices for public review. These standards include: Air Filtration and Scrubbing (Code 371), Animal Trails and Walkways (Code 575), Combustion System Improvement (Code 372), Conservation Crop Rotation (Code 328), Diversion (Code 362), Dust Control on Unpaved Roads and Surfaces (Code 373), Forage Harvest Management (Code 511), Herbaceous Weed Control (Code 315), Range Planting (Code 550), and Riparian Herbaceous Cover (Code 390). Submit comments on or before March 1, 2010. Final versions of these new or revised conservation practice standards will be adopted after the close of the 30-day period, and after consideration of all comments. POC is Wayne Bogovich, National Agricultural Engineer, Conservation Engineering Division, Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Room 6136 South Building, Washington, DC 20250 (Federal Register: January 28, 2010 [Notices], Page 4525).

EPA Regions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 today are modifying the 2008 NPDES general permits for stormwater discharges associated with construction activity in order to extend by one year the expiration date of the permit. As a result of this modification, the permit will so that expire on June 30, 2011, instead of June 30, 2010. POC is Greg Schaner, Water Permits Division, Office of Wastewater Management (Mail Code: 4203M), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., EPA East, Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 564-0721; fax number: (202) 564-6431; e-mail address: schaner.greg@epa.gov(Federal Register: January 28, 2010 [Notices], Page 4554-4557).

On or about 19 January 2010, EPA's Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (OAQPS)is making available for public comment a draft assessment document titled, Particulate Matter Urban-Focused Visibility Assessment--Second External Review Draft. A second draft assessment document titled, Quantitative Health Risk Assessment for Particulate Matter--Second External Review Draft will be made available for public comment on or about 29 January 2010. A third draft document titled, Policy Assessment for the Review of the Particulate Matter National Ambient Air Quality Standards--First External Review Draft will be made available for review on or about 26 February 2010. Comments on the first and second document are due 15 March 2010. Comments on the third document are due 12 April 2010. Multiple POCs are listed in the Federal Register documentation (Federal Register: January 26, 2010 [Notices], Page 4067-4069).

A bill to increase the energy credit for equipment used to generate electricity by geothermal power, to extend the grants for specified energy property, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: January 12, 2010 [House], Page H40).

EPA's Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response (OSWER) has developed the draft recommended interim Preliminary Remediation Goals (PRGs) for dioxin in soil. These draft recommended interim PRGs were calculated using existing, peer-reviewed toxicity values and current EPA equations and default exposure assumptions. Comments may be submitted in writing by February 26, 2010 (Federal Register: January 7, 2010 [Notices], Page 984-986).

This draft proposal amends requirements in the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) on the transportation of lithium cells and batteries, including lithium cells and batteries packed with or contained in equipment. The proposed changes are intended to enhance safety by ensuring that all lithium batteries are designed to withstand normal transportation conditions. Comments must be received by March 12, 2010. POC is Charles E. Betts or Kevin A. Leary, Office of Hazardous Materials Standards, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, telephone (202) 366-8553, or Janet McLaughlin, International & Outreach Division, Federal Aviation Administration, telephone 202-385-4897 (Federal Register: January 11, 2010 [Proposed Rules], Page 1302-1324)

The intent of this proposed initiative is to enhance OSWER and Regional programs' engagement with local communities and stakeholders to meaningfully participate in government decisions on land cleanup, emergency response, and the management of hazardous substances and waste. The proposed Action Plan is a working document that presents guiding principles, goals and objectives for the Initiative. To comment on this Plan, please contact Ellen Manges, EPA OSWER Senior Advisor for Community Engagement, at manges.ellen@epa.gov.

This contains EPA's 2009 review of existing effluent guidelines and pretreatment standards. EPA's evaluation of indirect dischargers without categorical pretreatment standards to identify potential new categories for pretreatment standards under CWA sections 304(g) and 307(b) is also included. Lastly included are the Preliminary 2010 Effluent Guidelines Program Plan (``preliminary 2010 Plan''), which identifies any new or existing industrial categories selected for effluent guidelines rulemaking and provides a schedule for such rulemaking. Comments are due no later than 26 February 2010 (Federal Register: December 28, 2009 [Notices], Page 68599-68615).

A joint resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency relating to endangerment and cause or contribute findings for greenhouse gases under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: December 16, 2009 [House] (Page H15501).

A bill to prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency from obligating any amounts for the regulation of emissions of carbon dioxide; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: December 16, 2009 [House] (Page H15499).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to authorize additional assistance for projects to construct publicly owned treatment works that serve small and disadvantaged communities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: December 16, 2009 [House] (Page H15499). Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to provide that greenhouse gases are not subject to the Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: December 16, 2009 [House] (Page H15501). Text of bill to be listed here.

The comment period for the document entitled "Conditional Exclusion from Hazardous and Solid Waste for Solvent-Contaminated Industrial Wipes," which appeared in the Federal Register on October 27, 2009 is extended until February 26, 2010. POC is Teena Wooten, Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery (ORCR), (703) 308-8751, wooten.teena@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 15, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 66259-66260).

Issued as EPA 816-D-09-001 in November 2009, the intent of this guidance document is to assist small public water systems in control of losses of drinking water in water distribution systems. This document is part of the Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water's (OGWDW) efforts to support public water system sustainability. Comments are due 1 February 2010. (OGWDW)

A proposed administrative order on consent about portions of the McClellan Air Force Base Superfund Site ("Site")has been negotiated by the EPA and McClellan Business Park, LLC. The Air Force has prepared a Finding of Suitability for Early Transfer (FOSET). The Air Force will submit the FOSET to the EPA, Region 9, and the State of California for approval and upon approval, the Air Force will transfer portions of the Site to the County of Sacramento, which will then transfer those portions to McClellan Business Park, LLC. The Air Force and the County of Sacramento have entered into an Environmental Services Cooperative Agreement requiring the County of Sacramento to perform certain CERCLA response actions on the transferred portions of the Site. The proposed administrative order on consent requires the McClellan Business Park, LLC prepare and perform removal actions, one or more remedial investigations and feasibility studies and one or more remedial designs and remedial actions for certain contaminants present on the transferred portions of the Site. Written comments are due on or before January 14, 2010. POC is Sarah Mueller, Assistant Regional Counsel (ORC-3), Office of Regional Counsel, U.S. EPA Region IX, 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 94105; E-mail: mueller.sarah@epa.gov(Federal Register: December 15, 2009 [Notices], Page 66354-66355).

EPA is proposing amendments and clarifications to certain definitions and applicability provisions of the final rules in response to some of the issues raised in the petitions for reconsideration. In addition, several other compliance-related questions posed by various individual stakeholders and State and local agency representatives are addressed in this proposed action. EPA is seeking comments only on the proposed amendments presented in this action. EPA will not respond to any comments addressing other provisions of the final rules or any related rulemakings. Written comments must be received on or before February 16, 2010. POC is Mr. Stephen Shedd, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Sector Policies and Programs Division, Coatings and Chemicals Group (E143-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone: (919) 541-5397, facsimile number: (919) 685-3195, e-mail address: shedd.steve@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 15, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 66469-66494).

On August 28, 2009 (74 FR 44676), EPA published a proposed rule entitled "Effluent Limitation Guidelines and New Source Performance Standards for the Airport Deicing Category; Proposed Rule." Written comments on the proposed rulemaking were to be submitted to EPA on or before December 28, 2009 (a 120-day public comment period). Since publication, the Agency has received several requests for additional time to submit comments. EPA is extending the public comment period until February 26, 2010. POC is Eric Strassler, Engineering and Analysis Division, telephone 202-566-1026; e-mail: strassler.eric@epa.gov)(Federal Register: December 14, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 66082-66083).

A bill to amend the Healthy Forests Restoration Act of 2003 to expand the areas of Federal land on which hazardous fuel reduction projects may be conducted under that Act, to add protection of infrastructure in rural communities as an additional purpose of that Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: December 8, 2009 [House], Page H13628).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 relating to contracts for Federal purchases of renewable energy; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (Congressional Record: December 9, 2009 [House], Page H14445).

A bill to establish, within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, an integrated and comprehensive ocean, coastal, Great Lakes, and atmospheric research, prediction, and environmental information program to support renewable energy; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Congressional Record: December 9, 2009 [Senate], Page S12804).

A bill to reauthorize the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Congressional Record: December 9, 2009 [Senate], Page S12804).

A bill to direct the Secretary of the Treasury to establish a program to regulate the entry of fossil carbon into commerce in the United States to promote clean energy jobs and economic growth and avoid dangerous interference with the climate of the Earth, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance (Congressional Record: December 11, 2009 [Senate], Page S13033). Text of bill to be listed here.

The Secretary of the Army is directed to revise the ``Economic and Environmental Principles and Guidelines for Water and Related Land Resources Implementation Studies,'' (P&G) dated March 10, 1983. The Administration has initiated the development of uniform planning standards for the development of water resources that would apply to water resources development programs and activities government-wide, to agencies in addition to the traditional water resources development agencies covered under the current Principles and Guidelines. CEQ is inviting written comments and they will be accepted through March 5, 2010. The POC is Terry Breyman, Deputy Associate Director for Natural Resources, at 202-456-9721 (Federal Register: December 9, 2009 [Notices], Page 65102-65103).

A bill to establish centers of excellence for green infrastructure, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: December 3, 2009 [House], Page H13519).

EPA is proposing to withdraw the conditional exclusion from regulations promulgated on December 19, 2008 under RCRA, subtitle C for ECFs. ECFs are fuels produced from hazardous secondary materials which, when burned in industrial boilers under specified conditions, generate emissions that are comparable to emissions from burning fuel oil in those boilers. Withdrawal of the conditional exclusion is being proposed because ECF appears to be better regarded as being a discarded material and regulated as a hazardous waste. The exclusions for comparable fuel and synthesis gas fuel are not addressed or otherwise affected by this proposed rule. Comments must be received on or before January 22, 2010. POC is Mary Jackson, Materials Recovery and Waste Management Division, Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery, Mailcode: 5304P, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (703) 308-8453; fax number: (703) 308-8433; e-mail address: jackson.mary@epa.gov(Federal Register: December 8, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 64643-64658).

A bill to amend the Migratory Bird Treaty Act to provide for penalties and enforcement for intentionally taking protected avian species, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: November 20, 2009 [Senate], Page S11883). Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to require the Secretary of Energy to carry out programs to develop and demonstrate 2 small modular nuclear reactor designs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: November 20, 2009 [Senate], Page S11883).Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to carry out a program to support the research, demonstration, and development of commercial applications for offshore wind energy, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: November 16, 2009 [Senate], Page S11382). Text of bill to be listed here.

EPA is amending the Final Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule (CROMERR) to exclude from the regulation all documents and information submitted electronically to EPA by applicants for, and recipients of grants, cooperative agreements and other forms of financial assistance pursuant to EPA financial assistance regulations. This final rule is effective on November 17, 2009. POC is Evi Huffer, Office of Environmental Information (2823T), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; (202) 566-1697; huffer.evi@epa.gov. (Federal Register: November 17, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 59104-59106).

A bill to reauthorize the hazardous material safety program, ensure the safe transport of hazardous material in all modes of transportation, and reduce the risks to life and property inherent in the commercial transportation of hazardous material, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: November 4, 2009 [House], Page H12364).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide assistance for programs and activities to protect the water quality of Puget Sound, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: November 5, 2009 [House], Page H12456).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to establish a motor efficiency rebate program; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: November 5, 2009 [House], Page H12456).

A bill to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from uncapped domestic sources, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: November 4, 2009 [Senate], Page S11118). Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide for the establishment of the Puget Sound Program Office, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: November 5, 2009 [Senate], Page S11205). Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to expand the authority for awarding technology prizes by the Secretary of Energy to include a financial award for separation of carbon dioxide from dilute sources; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: November 5, 2009 [Senate], Page S11205). Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 to provide consistent and reliable authority for, and for the funding of, the land and water conservation fund to maximize the effectiveness of the fund for future generations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: November 6, 2009 [Senate], Page S11253). Text of bill to be listed here.

This document corrects the OSHA Hazard Communication standard proposed rule and request for comment, published in the Federal Register of September 30, 2009. This notice corrects eight errors, four in the preamble and four that appear in Appendix A: Table A.1.1, Table A.1.2, Table A.2.3, and Table A7.1. POC is Jennifer Ashley, Office of Communications, Room N-3647, OSHA, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20210; telephone (202) 693-1999 (Federal Register: November 5, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 57278-57280).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to prohibit the sale of dishwashing detergent in the United States if the detergent contains a high level of phosphorus, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: October 27, 2009 [House], Page H11868).

EPA is proposing to eliminate the ``opt-out'' provision that currently exempts a renovation firm from the training and work practice requirements of the rule where the firm obtains a certification from the owner of a residence he or she occupies that no child under age 6 or pregnant women resides in the home and the home is not a child-occupied facility. EPA is also proposing to require renovation firms to provide a copy of the records demonstrating compliance with the training and work practice requirements of the RRP rule to the owner and, if different, the occupant of the building being renovated or the operator of the child-occupied facility. Comments must be received on or before November 27, 2009. POC is Colby Lintner, Regulatory Coordinator, Environmental Assistance Division (7408M), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (202) 554-1404; e-mail address: TSCA-Hotline@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 28, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 55506-55524).

This draft document describes the quantitative analyses that are being conducted as part of the review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for carbon monoxide (CO). Comments should be submitted on or before November 19, 2009. POC is Dr. Ines Pagan, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (Mail Code C504-06), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; e-mail: pagan.ines@epa.gov; telephone: 919-541-5469; fax: 919-541-0237 (Federal Register: October 29, 2009 [Notices], Page 55843-55845).

A bill to establish an integrated Federal program that protects, restores, and conserves natural resources by responding to the threats and effects of climate change, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: October 27, 2009 [Senate], Page S10776).Text of bill to be listed here.

This is a call for comments on a revised risk analysis supporting the EPA's proposed revisions to the Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste regulations governing the management of solvent-contaminated wipes. Comments must be received by December 28, 2009. POC is Teena Wooten, Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery (ORCR), (703) 308-8751, wooten.teena@epa.gov. Direct mail inquiries to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery, (Mailstop 5304P), 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460 (Federal Register: October 27, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 55163-55168).

EPA is proposing to tailor the major source applicability thresholds for GHG emissions under the PSD and title V programs of the Clean Air Act (CAA or Act) and to set a PSD significance level for GHG emissions. Comments must be received on or before December 28, 2009. POC is Mr. Joseph Mangino, Air Quality Policy Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (C504-03), Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone number: (919) 541-9778; fax number: (919) 541-5509; e-mail address: mangino.joseph@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 27, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 55291-55365).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to improve and reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: October 20, 2009 [House], Page H11514).

A bill to enhance the energy security of the United States by encouraging investments in renewable and alternative energy and to authorize appropriations for research in and development of fungible biofuels; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: October 22, 2009 [House], Page H11712).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to improve and reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: October 20, 2009 [Senate], Page S10570).Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to establish the Chief Conservation Officers Council to improve the energy efficiencies of Federal agencies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Congressional Record: October 21, 2009 [Senate], Page S10635).Text of bill to be listed here.

EPA is requesting public comment on extending the 2008 stormwater construction general permit by one year to June 30, 2011. The permit applies only where EPA is the permitting authority, which is in five states (Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Idaho and Alaska); Washington, D.C.; most territories; and most Indian country lands. The permit regulates the discharge of stormwater from construction sites that disturb one acre or more of land, and from smaller sites that are part of a larger, common plan of development. The permit requires construction site operators to comply with stormwater discharge requirements that are intended to prevent sediment loss, soil erosion and other pollution issues at active construction sites.

The purpose of this Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) is to convey issues raised by stakeholders about EPA's emissions factors program, inform the public of our initial ideas on how to address these issues, and solicit comments on our current thinking to resolve these issues. The goal is to develop a self-sustaining emissions factors program that produces high quality, timely emissions factors, better indicates the precision and accuracy of emissions factors, encourages the appropriate use of emissions factors, and ultimately improves emissions quantification. The use of emissions factors has been expanded to a variety of air pollution control activities including permitting, enforcement, modeling, control strategy development, and risk analysis. This ANPRM discusses the appropriateness of using emissions factors for these activities. Comments must be received on or before November 13, 2009. POC is Mr. Thomas A. Driscoll, Measurement Policy Group (MPG), Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (D243-05), Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711, telephone number: (919) 541-5135; fax number: (919) 541-1039; e-mail address: driscoll.tom@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 14, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 52723-52734).

EPA is seeking public comment on a plan to develop interim preliminary remediation goals (PRGs) for dioxin in soil at contaminated sites. The plan includes a review of current dioxin cleanup guidance that has been established by the EPA, states and other countries, including the latest fully peer-reviewed dioxin toxicity assessments. EPA will release the draft interim PRGs for public comment in December 2009, and anticipates issuing the final interim PRGs in June 2010.

This notice announces that EPA has received a petition from the National Center for Healthy Housing, Alliance for Healthy Homes, Sierra Club, et al., (petitioners) on August 10, 2009, and requests comments on issues raised by the petition. The petition requests, under section 21 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) or, in the alternative, under 5 U.S.C. 553(c), EPA to lower the regulatory lead dust standards and modify the regulatory definition of lead-based paint. EPA must either grant or deny a TSCA section 21 petition within 90 days of filing. Comments must be received on or before October 21, 2009. POC is Colby Linter, Regulatory Coordinator, Environmental Assistance Division (7408M), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (202) 554-1404; e-mail address: TSCA-Hotline@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 6, 2009 [Notices], Page 51274-51276).

The substitute addressed in this proposal is for the MVAC end-use within the refrigeration and air-conditioning sector. EPA proposes to find HFO-1234yf acceptable, subject to use conditions as a substitute for CFC-12 in motor vehicle air conditioning. The proposed substitute is a non ozone-depleting gas and consequently does not contribute to stratospheric ozone depletion. Comments must be received on or before December 18, 2009, unless a public hearing is requested. POC is Margaret Sheppard, Stratospheric Protection Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs; Environmental Protection Agency, Mail Code 6205J, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington DC 20460; telephone number (202) 343-9163, fax number, (202) 343-2338; e-mail address at sheppard.margaret@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 19, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 53445-53454).

The National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) and the Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (OAQPS) of EPA is making available for public review and comment a draft document titled Integrated Review Plan for the Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards Review--External Review Draft. This document contains the plans for the new periodic review of the air quality criteria for ozone (O3)-related effects on public health and public welfare and the current O3 standards or any revised standards that may result from the reconsideration of the 2008 O3 standards. Comments should be submitted on or before November 6, 2009. POC is Dr. David McKee at mckee.dave@epa.gov; telephone 919-541-5288 (Federal Register: October 19, 2009 [Notices], Page 53498-53499].

A bill to facilitate the remediation of abandoned hardrock mines, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. Text of bill to be listed here.

The Coast Guard is extending the periods for public comment on the notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) and the Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) for the rulemaking entitled "Standards for Living Organisms in Ships' Ballast Water" (Docket No. USCG-2001-10486). Comments and related material for the NPRM and the DPEIS must either be submitted to our online docket via http://www.regulations.gov on or before the new date for the close of the comment period, December 4, 2009, or reach the Docket Management Facility by that date. POC is Mr. John Morris, Project Manager, Environmental Standards Division, U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, telephone 202-372-1433, e-mail John.C.Morris@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket, call Ms. Renee Wright, Chief, Dockets, Department of Transportation, telephone 202-366-9826 (Federal Register: October 15, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 52941-52942).

A bill to promote water efficiency, conservation, and adaptation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: October 7, 2009 [House], Page H11110).

A bill to recognize the heritage of recreational fishing, hunting, and shooting on Federal public lands and ensure continued opportunities for these activities; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: October 7, 2009 [House], Page H11110).

In a December 18, 2008 memorandum, EPA established an interpretation of the regulatory phrase "subject to regulation" that is applied to determine the pollutants subject to the federal Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) program. On February 17, 2009, the EPA Administrator granted a petition for reconsideration of the regulatory interpretation in the memorandum. However, the Administrator did not grant a request to stay the memorandum, so the interpretation remains in effect for the federal PSD program pending completion of this reconsideration action. This document implements the grant of reconsideration by discussing and requesting public comment on various interpretations of the regulatory phrase "subject to regulation." Comments must be received on or before December 7, 2009. POC is Mr. David J. Svendsgaard, Air Quality Policy Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (C504-03), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone number: (919) 541-2380; fax number: (919) 541-5509; e-mail address svendsgaard.dave@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 7, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 51535-51549).

A bill to protect inventoried roadless areas in the National Forest System; to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: October 1, 2009 [House], Page H10455).

OSHA is proposing to modify its existing Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to conform with the United Nations' (UN) Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). The proposed modifications to the standard include revised criteria for classification of chemical hazards; revised labeling provisions that include requirements for use of standardized signal words, pictograms, hazard statements, and precautionary statements; a specified format for safety data sheets; and related revisions to definitions of terms used in the standard, requirements for employee training on labels and safety data sheets. OSHA is also proposing to modify provisions of a number of other standards, including standards for flammable and combustible liquids, process safety management, and most substance-specific health standards, to ensure consistency with the modified HCS requirements. Hard copy comments are due December 29, 2009. Facsimile and electronic transmissions of comments must be sent by December 29, 2009. POC is Jennifer Ashley, Office of Communications, Room N-3647, OSHA, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20210; telephone (202) 693-1999 (Federal Register: September 30, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 50279-50549).

A bill to create clean energy jobs, promote energy independence, reduce global warming pollution, and transition to a clean energy economy; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works(Congressional Record: September 30, 2009 [Senate], Page S9982). Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within the National Forest System; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources(Congressional Record: October 1, 2009 [Senate], Page S10060). Text of bill to be listed here.

A bill to promote water efficiency, conservation, and adaptation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: September 24, 2009 [Senate], Page S9840). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to establish loan guarantee programs to develop biochar technology using excess plant biomass, to establish biochar demonstration projects on public land, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: September 24, 2009 [Senate], Page S9840). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to develop a national transportation low emissions energy plan; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: September 25, 2009 [Senate], Page S9868-S9869). Text of the bill to be listed here.

EPA is releasing its third list of drinking water contaminants that are known or anticipated to occur in public water systems and may require regulation. EPA will continue to evaluate and collect data on the contaminants, and determine by 2013 for some of them whether or not to propose drinking water regulations. The contaminant candidate list (CCL 3) includes 104 chemical contaminants or groups and 12 microbes. Among them are contaminants, pesticides, disinfection byproducts, pharmaceuticals, chemicals used in commerce, waterborne pathogens and algal toxins. EPA will make regulatory determinations for at least five contaminants in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act. For those CCL 3 contaminants that lack sufficient information for a regulatory determination by 2013, EPA will encourage research to provide the information needed.

In an August 19, 2009, Federal Register notice, EPA announced that it was seeking comments on additional approaches to analyzing data related to the Agency's preliminary regulatory determination for perchlorate. The additional comments are sought in an effort to ensure consideration of all the potential options for evaluating whether there is a meaningful opportunity for human health risk reduction of perchlorate through a national primary drinking water rule. In response to requests from several stakeholders, this action reopens the public comment period for an additional 15 days. EPA must receive your comments on or before October 8, 2009. POC is Eric Burneson, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, Standards and Risk Management Division, at (202) 564-5250 or e-mail burneson.eric@epa.gov (Federal Register: September 23, 2009 [Notices], Page 48541-48542).

In 2006, EPA proposed to list R-744 (CO2) as "acceptable with use conditions" as a substitute for CFC-12 in the motor vehicle air conditioning (MVAC) end-use within the refrigeration and air-conditioning sector. Since the time of the proposed rule, additional information regarding the effects of short-term CO2 exposures has become available and EPA is now making that information available to the public. As noted in the proposed rule, EPA is considering whether to establish a breathing zone ceiling and this short-term exposure information is relevant to EPA's decision on this issue. EPA is also providing the public with opportunity to respond to an issue raised in a public comment on the proposed rule. Comments must be received on or before November 16, 2009. POC is Melissa Fiffer, Stratospheric Protection Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs (6205J), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460, telephone number: (202) 343-9464, fax number: (202) 343-2363; e-mail address: fiffer.melissa@epa.gov (Federal Register: September 17, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 47774-47775).

EPA intends to establish a Chesapeake Bay-wide Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for nutrients and sediment for all impaired segments in the tidal portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. To provide information to the public regarding the process, approach and implications of this action, EPA will hold a series of public meetings in late 2009 on dates and in locations to be determined. A second public comment period will be held in the summer of 2010 once a draft Chesapeake Bay TMDL is developed. EPA is soliciting preliminary input from the public on its plans for developing this Chesapeake Bay TMDL. EPA requests that the public provide to EPA any water quality related data and information that may be relevant to the development and calculation of the Chesapeake Bay TMDL by December 18, 2009. POC is Jennifer Sincock at (215) 814-5766 or fax 215-814-2318 or send an e-mail to sincock.jennifer@epa.gov (Federal Register: September 17, 2009 [Notices], Page 47792-47794).

The Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (OAQPS) of EPA is making available for public comment two draft assessment documents: Risk Assessment to Support the Review of the PM Primary National Ambient Air Quality Standards--External Review Draft and Particulate Matter Urban-Focused Visibility Assessment--External Review Draft. These draft documents describe the quantitative analyses that are being conducted as part of the review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM). Comments should be submitted on or before October 15, 2009. POC is Dr. Zachary Pekar, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (Mail code C504-06), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; e-mail: pekar.zachary@epa.gov; telephone: 919-541-3704; fax: 919-541-0237 (Federal Register: September 10, 2009 [Notices], Page 46589-46591).

A bill to provide greater efficiencies, transparency, returns, and accountability in the administration of Federal mineral and energy resources by consolidating administration of various Federal energy minerals management and leasing programs into one entity to be known as the Office of Federal Energy and Minerals Leasing of the Department of the Interior, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: September 8, 2009 [House], Page H9341).

A bill to direct the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a product carbon disclosure program to facilitate carbon content labeling, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: September 9, 2009 [House], Page H9396).

A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to reduce the emissions of formaldehyde from composite wood products, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: September 10, 2009 [Senate], Page S9264).

The strategy has been developed by a workgroup of Headquarters and regional staff as an initial effort to outline key actions and related activities that can be undertaken to promote green remediation. These action items fall into three major categories: policy and guidance development, resource development and program implementation, and program evaluation. The Strategy also contains a number of recommendations including calling for EPA to implement a series of near-term program initiatives and establish a baseline of Superfund energy usage. EPA will accept comments until November 10, 2009. Comments should be sent to: Superfund Green Remediation Strategy, Office of Superfund Remediation and Technology Innovation, U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Mail Code 5204P, Washington, DC 20460 or may be e-mailed to Superfund_Green_Remediation@epa.gov.

Documents pertaining to the expert peer review record completed on the Renewable Fuel Standard Program (RFS2) Lifecycle Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Analysis are now available for review. On 5 May 2009, EPA announced proposed revisions to the National Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program as required by EISA of 2007. As part of proposed revisions to the RFS program and in accordance with the EISA definition of GHG emissions, EPA examined the GHG impacts associated with different types of renewable fuels. Several new pieces of analysis were developed to support this lifecycle assessment. EPA also initiated an independent peer review to help respond to stakeholder concerns and to ensure that the Agency makes decisions based on the best science available. The results of the expert peer review are being made available to the public for notice and comment to supplement the current record. Written comments must be received on or before 25 Sept 2009. POC is Julia MacAllister, Office of Transportation and Air Quality, Assessment and Standards Division, EPA, 2000 Traverwood Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105; tel #: (734) 214-4131; Fax #: (734) 214-4816; E-mail address: macallister.julia@epa.gov (Federal Register: August 17, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 41359-41361).

A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a carbon incentives program to achieve supplemental greenhouse gas emission reductions on private forest land of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Congressional Record: August 4, 2009 [Senate], Page S8765). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to improve thermal energy efficiency and use, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: August 6, 2009 [Senate], Page S8993). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to establish a Clean Energy for Homes and Buildings Program in the Department of Energy to provide financial assistance to promote residential-, commercial-, and industrial-scale energy efficiency and on-site renewable technologies; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Congressional Record: August 4, 2009 [Senate], Page S8765).

A bill to make renewable energy production a priority on certain public lands for the purpose of responsibly producing clean, affordable power for the American people; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: July 31, 2009 [House], Page H9277).

A bill to direct the Secretary of Energy to carry out the Clean Cities program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: July 31, 2009 [House], Page H9277).

A bill to increase the supply of American made energy, reduce energy costs to the American taxpayer, provide a long term energy framework to reduce dependence on foreign oil, tap into American sources of energy, and reduce the size of the Federal deficit; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, and Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 31, 2009 [House], Page H9278).

A bill to amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 to provide grants for the revitalization of waterfront brownfields, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 31, 2009 [House], Page H9279).

A bill to authorize the use of amounts in the Nuclear Waste Fund to promote recycling of spent nuclear fuel, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (Congressional Record: July 29, 2009 [House], Page H9055).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to promote the certification of aftermarket conversion systems and thereby encourage the increased use of alternative fueled vehicles; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: July 30, 2009 [House], Page H9206).

A bill to amend the North American Wetlands Conservation Act to establish requirements regarding payment of the non-Federal share of the costs of wetlands conservation projects in Canada that are funded under that Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: July 30, 2009 [House], Page H9206).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to include algae-based biofuel in the renewable fuel program and amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to include algae-based biofuel in the cellulosic biofuel producer credit; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (Congressional Record: July 31, 2009 [House], Page H9276).

A bill to direct Federal agencies to transfer excess Federal electronic equipment, including computers, computer components, printers, and fax machines, to educational recipients; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (Congressional Record: July 31, 2009 [House], Page H9276).

A bill to authorize the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish a comprehensive greenhouse gas observation and analysis system, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (Congressional Record: July 29, 2009 [Senate], Page S8272). Text of the bill to be listed here.

USDA is proposing to establish a voluntary labeling program for biobased products under section 9002 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002, as amended by the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008. Under the proposed labeling program, a biobased product, after being certified by USDA, could be marketed using the "USDA Certified Biobased Product" label. The presence of the label will mean that the product meets USDA standards for the amount of biobased content and that the manufacturer or vendor has provided relevant information on the product for the USDA BioPreferred Web site. The proposed rule applies to manufacturers and vendors who wish to participate in the voluntary labeling program. The proposed rule also applies to other entities (e.g., trade associations) that wish to use the label to promote biobased products. USDA will accept public comments on this proposed rule until 29 September 2009. POC is Ron Buckhalt, USDA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration, Room 342, Reporters Building, 300 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20024; e-mail: biopreferred@usda.gov; phone (202) 205-4008. (Federal Register: July 31, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 38295-38317).

A bill to require all new and upgraded fuel pumps to be equipped with automatic temperature compensation equipment, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Congressional Record: July 21, 2009 [Senate], Page S7779).

EPA is proposing to establish the criteria for including sources or sites in a Registry of Recoverable Waste Energy Sources (Registry). EPA is also proposing the Survey processes by which EPA will collect data and populate the Registry. The rule would apply to major industrial and large commercial sources as defined by EPA. This proposed rule would not require the installation of new monitoring equipment; rather it would require only that sources above certain threshold levels that wish to be included in the Registry enter specific already-monitored data points into the voluntary Survey, which is a software tool that will calculate the quantity and quality of potentially recoverable waste energy. The public may comment on this proposed rule until September 21, 2009. POC is Katrina Pielli, Climate Protection Partnerships Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs (MC 6202J), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 343-9610; fax number (202) 343-2204; e-mail address: pielli.katrina@epa.gov (Federal Register: July 23, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 36430-36446).

A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to enhance the security of the public water systems of the United States; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: July 20, 2009 [House], Page H8409).

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make the expensing of environmental remediation costs permanent law; to the Committee on Ways and Means (Congressional Record: July 20, 2009 [House], Page H8409).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reduce pollution resulting from impervious surfaces within the Chesapeake Bay watershed, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: July 20, 2009 [House], Page H8409).

An original bill to promote clean energy technology development, enhanced energy efficiency, improved energy security, and energy innovation and workforce development, and for other purposes; from the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources; placed on the calendar. Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to establish a Water Protection and Reinvestment Fund to support investments in clean water and drinking water infrastructure, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (Congressional Record: July 14, 2009 [House], Page H8099).

A bill to promote remediation of inactive and abandoned mines, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 14, 2009 [House], Page H8099). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to require a national primary drinking water regulation for perchlorate; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: July 14, 2009 [House], Page H8099).

This action seeks to revise the Pipeline Safety Regulations to improve the reliability and utility of data collections from operators of natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities. These revisions will enhance PHMSA's ability to: understand, measure, and assess the performance of individual operators and industry as a whole; integrate pipeline safety data to allow a more thorough, rigorous, and comprehensive understanding and assessment of risk; and expand and simplify existing electronic reporting by operators. Comments are due by August 31, 2009. POC is Roger Little by telephone at (202) 366-4569 or by electronic mail at roger.little@dot.gov (Federal Register: July 2, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 31675-31686).

A bill to authorize the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to award grants for electronic device recycling research, development, and demonstration projects, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: July 6, 2009 [Senate], Page S7138).

A bill to create clean energy jobs, achieve energy independence, reduce global warming pollution and transition to a clean energy economy; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Ways and Means, Financial Services, Education and Labor, Science and Technology, Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Agriculture, Oversight and Government Reform, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 23, 2009 [House], Page H7144).

A bill to expedite the increased supply and availability of energy to our Nation; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 23, 2009 [House], Page H7145).

A bill to promote alternative and renewable fuels and domestic energy production, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 23, 2009 [House], Page H7145).

A bill to authorize Federal agencies and legislative branch offices to purchase greenhouse gas offsets and renewable energy credits, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 24, 2009 [House], Page H7250).

A bill to limit liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 for service station dealers with respect to the release or threatened release of recycled oil; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 25, 2009 [House], Page H7445). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to coordinate authorities within the Department of the Interior and within the Federal Government to enhance the United States' ability to conserve global wildlife and biological diversity and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 26, 2009 [House], Page H7703). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Solid Waste Disposal Act to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a hazardous waste electronic manifest system; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 26, 2009 [House], Page H7704). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for property labeled under the Environmental Protection Agency Water Sense program; to the Committee on Finance (Congressional Record: June 23, 2009 [Senate], Page S6938).

A bill to provide clean, affordable, and reliable energy, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance (Congressional Record: June 24, 2009 [Senate], Page S6992). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to encourage energy efficiency and conservation and development of renewable energy sources for housing, commercial structures, and other buildings, and to create sustainable communities (Congressional Record: June 25, 2009 [Senate], Page S7069). Text of the bill to be listed here.

The Clean Air Act requires that the Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) establish a regulation which would require that accidental chemical releases be reported to the CSB or to the National Response Center. With this advance notice of proposed rulemaking, the CSB seeks to obtain comments on how best to proceed with implementing this requirement. Written comments must be received by the CSB on or before August 4, 2009. POC is Christopher Kirkpatrick, at (202) 261-7600 (Federal Register: June 25, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 30259-30263).

The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) is considering issuing a Program Comment for the U.S. GSA setting forth the way in which it will comply with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act for select repairs and upgrades to windows, lighting, roofing, and heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems within historic public buildings. The ACHP seeks public input on the proposed Program Comment. Submit comments on or before July 20, 2009. POC is Kirsten Brinker Hulls, (202) 606-8517, Federal Register: June 26, 2009 [Notices], Page 30608-30610).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide for security at wastewater treatment works, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: June 16, 2009 [House], Page H6902).

A bill to amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to promote energy independence and self-sufficiency by providing for the use of net metering by certain small electric energy generation systems, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Financial Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 16, 2009 [House], Page H6903).

A bill to authorize the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish water system adaptation partnerships; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 19, 2009 [House], Page H7083).

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to provide for take-back disposal of controlled substances in certain instances, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary (Congressional Record: June 18, 2009 [Senate], Page S6804).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to expand and strengthen cooperative efforts to monitor, restore, and protect the resource productivity, water quality, and marine ecosystems of the Gulf of Mexico; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: June 19, 2009 [Senate], Page S6845).

A bill to repeal the exemption for hydraulic fracturing in the Safe Drinking Water Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 9, 2009 [House], Page H6413).

A bill to declare nuclear energy to be clean energy, for purposes of Federal law; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 9, 2009 [House], Page H6413).

A bill to sustain fish, plants, and wildlife on America's public lands; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 10, 2009 [House], Page H6538).

A bill to provide the United States with a comprehensive energy package to place Americans on a path to a secure economic future through increased energy innovation, conservation, and production; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, Energy and Commerce, Science and Technology, Rules, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 11, 2009 [House], Page H6617).

The action proposes amendments to the General Provisions to allow accredited providers to supply stationary source audit samples and to require sources to obtain and use these samples from the accredited providers instead of from EPA, as is the current practice. This document outlines the criteria an accredited provider program must meet for the samples to be acceptable. Comments must be received on or before July 16, 2009. Ms. Candace Sorrell, U.S. EPA, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Air Quality Assessment Division, Measurement Technology Group (E143-02), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone number: (919) 541-1064; fax number: (919) 541-0516; e-mail address: sorrell.candace@epa.gov (Federal Register: June 16, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 28451-28466).

A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to repeal a certain exemption for hydraulic fracturing, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: June 9, 2009 [Senate], Page S6364).

DOE is initiating a rulemaking process to consider establishing new energy conservation standards for battery chargers and amending the energy conservation standards for Class A external power supplies, as directed by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). DOE will hold a public meeting on these issues in Washington, DC, beginning on July 16, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. POC is Mr. Victor Petrolati, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies, EE-2J, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone: (202) 586-4549. E-mail: Victor.Petrolati@ee.doe.gov (Federal Register: June 4, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 26816-26818).

A bill to accelerate motor fuel savings nationwide and provide incentives to registered owners of high polluting automobiles to replace such automobiles with new fuel efficient and less polluting automobiles; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 8, 2009 [House], Page H6305).

A bill to direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a grant program to facilitate the production of clean, renewable energy from municipal solid waste, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: June 3, 2009 [Senate], Page S6030).

The public comment period on this proposed rule is extended to June 29, 2009. POC is Laura Berry, State Measures and Conformity Group, Transportation and Regional Programs Division, Environmental Protection Agency, 2000 Traverwood Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, e-mail address: berry.laura@epa.gov, telephone number: (734) 214-4858, fax number: (734) 214-4052 (Federal Register: June 8, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 27085-27087).

A resolution of inquiry requesting the President to provide certain documents in his possession to the House of Representatives relating to the Environmental Protection Agency's April proposed finding that greenhouse gas emissions are a danger to public health and welfare; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 15, 2009 [House], Page H5671).

A bill to require the Federal Government to use purchases of goods or services through the Federal supply schedules for the purpose of meeting certain contracting goals for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (Congressional Record: May 14, 2009 [House], Page H5664).

A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976 to ensure a uniform Federal scheme of regulation of restrictions in the use of certain substances in electrical products and equipment in interstate and foreign commerce, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 14, 2009 [House], Page H5664).

A bill to create clean energy jobs, achieve energy independence, reduce global warming pollution and transition to a clean energy economy; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Financial Services, Education and Labor, Science and Technology, Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: May 15, 2009 [House], Page H5671).

A bill to secure Federal ownership and management of significant natural, scenic, and recreational resources, to provide for the protection of cultural resources, to facilitate the efficient extraction of mineral resources by authorizing and directing an exchange of Federal and non-Federal land, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: May 20, 2009 [House], Page H5890).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to convert the renewable fuel standard into a low-carbon fuel standard, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works ( Congressional Record: May 20, 2009 [Senate], Page S5700).

A bill to establish EnergySmart transport corridors to promote the planning and development of measures that will increase the energy efficiency of the Interstate System and reduce the emission of greenhouse gases and other environmental pollutants, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 20, 2009 [Senate], Page S5700).

A bill to ensure the energy independence and economic viability of the United States by promoting the responsible use of coal through accelerated carbon capture and storage and through advanced clean coal technology research, development, demonstration, and deployment programs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: May 21, 2009 [Senate], Page S5819). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to modify a provision relating to the renewable fuel program; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 21, 2009 [Senate], Page S5819). Text of the bill to be listed here.

EPA is proposing amendments to the transportation conformity rule that primarily affect conformity's implementation in PM2.5 and PM10 nonattainment and maintenance areas. The Clean Air Act requires federally supported transportation plans, transportation improvement programs, and projects to be consistent with ("conform to") the purpose of the state air quality implementation plan. DOT is EPA's federal partner in implementing the transportation conformity regulation. EPA has consulted with DOT, and they concur with this proposed rule. Written comments on this proposal must be received on or before June 15, 2009, unless a public hearing is requested by May 26, 2009. If a public hearing is requested by a commenter, it will be held June 4, 2009 at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2000 Traverwood Drive, Ann Arbor, Michigan. If a hearing is requested, written comments must be received by June 29, 2009. POC is Laura Berry, State Measures and Conformity Group, Transportation and Regional Programs Division, Environmental Protection Agency, 2000 Traverwood Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, e-mail address: berry.laura@epa.gov, telephone number: (734) 214-4858, fax number: (734) 214-4052 (Federal Register: May 15, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 23023-23043).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to include American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands in certain efforts to reduce diesel emissions; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 13, 2009 [House], Page H5580). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to enable state and local promotion of natural gas, flexible fuel, and high-efficiency motor vehicle fleets; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 13, 2009 [House], Page H5580). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to enhance the ability of drinking water utilities in the United States to develop and implement climate change adaptation programs and policies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 13, 2009 [Senate], Page S5435). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to require electric utilities to notify electric consumers of the cost of emission allowances associated with the electricity delivered to such consumers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 12, 2009 [House], Page H5483). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Energy and Policy Act of 2005 to reauthorize a provision relating to geothermal lease revenue, to direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a pilot project to streamline certain Federal renewable energy permitting processes, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: May 12, 2009 [House], Page H5484). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend section 211(o) of the Clean Air Act to change the definition of renewable biomass in the renewable fuel program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 12, 2009 [House], Page H5484). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to encourage water efficiency; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: May 12, 2009 [House], Page H5484). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to permit the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to waive the lifecycle greenhouse gas emission reduction requirements for renewable fuel production, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 6, 2009 [House], Page H5306).

A bill to encourage energy efficiency and conservation and development of renewable energy sources for housing, commercial structures, and other buildings, and to create sustainable communities; to the Committee on Financial Services (Congressional Record: May 7, 2009 [House], Page H5399). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act to improve water and wastewater infrastructure in the United States; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 7, 2009 [Senate], Page S5281). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Energy and Policy Act of 2005 to reauthorize a provision relating to geothermal lease revenue, to direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a pilot project to streamline certain Federal renewable energy permitting processes, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: May 7, 2009 [Senate], Page S5281).

EPA Region 4 is proposing for public comment the issuance of its 2009 NPDES general permit for stormwater discharges on Indian Country Lands within the states of Region 4 from new dischargers engaged in large and small construction activities. Comments must be postmarked by June 14, 2009. POC is Alanna Conley, telephone number: (404) 562-9443, or at the following address: Water Protection Division, Stormwater and Nonpoint Source Section, Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4, 61 Forsyth Street, SW., Atlanta, GA 30303, or by fax at (404) 562-9224 (Federal Register: May 7, 2009 [Notices], Page 21357-21361).

The EPA publishes the semiannual regulatory agenda online to update the public about: 1. regulations and major policies currently under development; 2. reviews of existing regulations and major policies; and 3. rules and major policymakings completed or canceled since the last agenda. POC is Stephanie Flaharty, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4601M, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202 564–5072, Email: flaharty.stephanie@epamail.epa.gov (Federal Register: May 11, 2009 [Semiannual regulatory flexibility agenda and semiannual regulatory agenda], Page 21992 – 22000).

A resolution encouraging energy efficient and environment-friendly building and facility certification programs to incorporate the use of mechanical insulation as part of their standards and ratings system; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [House], Page H5062).

A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior, through the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, to conduct a Joint Venture Program to protect, restore, enhance, and manage migratory bird populations, their habitats, and the ecosystems they rely on, through voluntary actions on public and private lands, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [House], Page H5060).

A bill to establish an integrated Federal program to protect, restore, and conserve the Nation's natural resources in response to the threats of climate change and ocean acidification; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [House], Page H5060).

A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to reauthorize the technical assistance to small public water systems, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [House], Page H5061).

A bill to facilitate planning, construction, and operation of a secure national clean energy grid; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [House], Page H5061).

A bill to reauthorize the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [House], Page H5061).

A bill to direct the Secretary of Commerce to make grants for programs promoting community greening initiatives, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [House], Page H5061).

A bill to greatly enhance America's path toward energy independence and economic and national security, to conserve energy use, to promote innovation, to achieve lower emissions, cleaner air, cleaner water, and cleaner land, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Science and Technology, Transportation and Infrastructure, Education and Labor, the Budget, Rules, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: May 4, 2009 [House], Page H5095). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act and the Great Lakes Legacy Act of 2002 to reauthorize programs to address remediation of contaminated sediment; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [Senate], Page S4963).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to authorize appropriations for sewer overflow control grants; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [Senate], Page S4963).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to ensure that sewage treatment plants monitor for and report discharges of raw sewage, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [Senate], Page S4963).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to permit the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to waive the lifecycle greenhouse gas emission reduction requirements for renewable fuel production, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 30, 2009 [Senate], Page S4963).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to create a petroleum product reserve, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: May 4, 2009 [Senate], Page S5065).

A bill to promote the development and use of marine renewable energy technologies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: April 28, 2009 [House], Page H4914).

A bill to promote the development and use of marine renewable energy technologies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 29, 2009 [Senate], Page S4891) Text of the bill to be listed Here

A bill to amend the Migratory Bird Treaty Act to provide for penalties and enforcement for intentionally taking protected avian species, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 23, 2009 [House], Page H4731). Text of the bill to be listed Here

A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to phase out the use of mercury in the manufacture of chlorine and caustic soda, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: April 23, 2009 [House], Page H4731).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act relating to beach monitoring, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: April 23, 2009 [House], Page H4733).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify provisions relating to beach monitoring, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 23, 2009 [Senate], Page S4669).

EPA is proposing to find that greenhouse gases in the atmosphere endanger the public health and welfare of current and future generations. The Administrator proposes to find that atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare within the meaning of Section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act. She proposes to make this finding specifically with respect to six greenhouse gases that together constitute the root of the climate change problem: carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, and sulfur hexafluoride. The Administrator is also proposing to find that the combined emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and hydrofluorocarbons from new motor vehicles and new motor vehicle engines are contributing to this mix of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Comments on this proposed action must be received on or before June 23, 2009. POC is Jeremy Martinich, Climate Change Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs (MC-6207J), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 343-9927; fax number: (202) 343-2202; e-mail address: ghgendangerment@epa.gov ( Federal Register: April 24, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 18885-18910).

EPA is proposing to require accredited providers of renovator or dust sampling technician training to submit post-course notifications, including digital photographs of each successful trainee, to EPA. Additionally, EPA is proposing to remove the requirement for accredited lead-based paint activities training providers--those who provide inspector, risk assessor, project designer, and abatement supervisor and worker training--to submit to EPA a digital photograph of each successful trainee along with their post-course notifications. Comments must be received on or before May 22, 2009. POC is Colby Lintner, Regulatory Coordinator, Environmental Assistance Division (7408M), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (202) 554-1404; e-mail address: TSCA-Hotline@epa.gov (Federal Register: April 22, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 18330-18336).

A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study on black carbon emissions; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 22, 2009 [Senate], Page S4573). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to update a program to provide assistance for the planning, design, and construction of treatment works to intercept, transport, control, or treat municipal combined sewer overflows and sanitary sewer overflows, and to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to update certain guidance used to develop and determine the financial capability of communities to implement clean water infrastructure programs; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 22, 2009 [Senate], Page S4573). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to repeal certain provisions of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 22, 2009 [Senate], Page S4574). Text of the bill to be listed here.

NRCS intends to issue a series of revised conservation practice standards in its National Handbook of Conservation Practices. These standards include: Anaerobic Digester (Code 366); Anionic Polyacrylamide (PAM) Application (Code 450); Brush Management (Code 314); Fish Raceway or Tank (Code 398); Irrigation Ditch Lining (Code 428); Irrigation Pipeline (Code 430); Irrigation Reservoir (Code 436); Surface Drain, Field Ditch (Code 607); Surface Drainage, Main or Lateral (Code 608); Roof Runoff Structure (Code 558); and Surface Roughening (Code 609). These practices may be used in conservation systems that treat highly erodible land or on land determined to be a wetland. Comments are due 15 May 2009. Final versions of these new or revised conservation practice standards will be adopted after the close of the 30-day comment period, and after consideration of all comments. Copies of these standards can be downloaded or printed from the following Web site: ftp://ftp-fc.sc.egov.usda.gov/NHQ/practice-standards/federal-register/ (Federal Register: April 15, 2009 [Notices], Page 17450-17451).

The Corps is removing a sentence in the preamble that was published in the March 12, 2007, final notice for the reissuance of the Nationwide Permits and replacing that sentence and providing additional clarification. The preamble language at issue concerns when a pre-construction notification is required in connection with NWP 46, and the Corps is soliciting comments on the removed sentence, the replacement sentences, and the additional clarification provided in this notice. The Corps is not proposing any changes to the terms and conditions of NWP 46. Comments are due 15 May 2009. POC is Mr. David Olson at 202-761-4922 or by e-mail at david.b.olson@usace.army.mil (Federal Register: April 15, 2009 [Notices], Page 17456-17458).

This is an announcement of a 30 day extension of the public comment period for NESHAPS for existing RICE as proposed on 5 March 2009. With this revision, comments must be received on or before 3 June 2009. POC is 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 (Federal Register: April 14, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 17130-17131).

This proposed regulation requires reporting of greenhouse gas emissions from all sectors of the economy. The rule would apply to fossil fuel suppliers and industrial gas suppliers, as well as to direct greenhouse gas emitters. The proposed rule does not require control of greenhouse gases, rather it requires only that sources above certain threshold levels monitor and report emissions. Comments must be received on or before June 9, 2009. POC is Carole Cook, Climate Change Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs (MC-6207J), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 343-9263; fax number: (202) 343-2342; e-mail address: GHGReportingRule@epa.gov (Federal Register: April 10, 2009 (Proposed Rules], Page 16447-16731).

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to require the incorporation of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) principles in military construction projects carried out in the United States or overseas, to require a specific goal regarding the use of renewable energy sources on all military installations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [House], Page H4518). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reserve funding for American Samoa, the Northern Marianas Islands, Guam, and the Virgin Islands; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [House], Page H4519). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to increase the percentage of State revolving loan funds reserved for American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and the Virgin Islands; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [House], Page H4519). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to require the Secretary of Commerce to establish a coastal climate change adaptation planning and response program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [House], Page H4520). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to permanently prohibit oil and gas leasing off the coast of the State of California, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [House], Page H4520). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to provide for the suspension of each provision of the Act during periods of drought with respect to Federal and State agencies that manage Federal river basins that are located in each region affected by the drought; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [House], Page H4520). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to permanently prohibit the conduct of offshore drilling on the outer Continental Shelf in the Mid-Atlantic and North Atlantic planning areas; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [Senate], Page S4309). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the jurisdiction of the United States over waters of the United States; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [Senate], Page S4309). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to establish 4 regional institutes as centers of excellence for research, planning, and related efforts to assess and prepare for the impacts of climate change on ocean and coastal areas and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [Senate], Page S4309). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to promote renewable energy, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [Senate], Page S4309). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to provide loan guarantees for projects to construct renewable fuel pipelines, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: April 2, 2009 [Senate], Page S4309). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to incorporate smart grid capability into the Energy Star Program, to reduce peak electric demand, to reauthorize energy efficiency public information program to include Smart Grid information, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 30, 2009 [House], Page H4128).

A bill to provide for the establishment of national energy and environmental building retrofit policies for both residential and commercial buildings, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 30, 2009 [House], Page H4128).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to achieve greenhouse gas emissions reductions through transportation efficiency; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 30, 2009 [House], Page H4128).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act regarding transportation fuels and establishment of a low carbon fuel standard; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 30, 2009 [House], Page H4128).

A bill to provide incentives to reduce dependence on foreign oil; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Science and Technology, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 30, 2009 [House], Page H4128).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to reduce sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxide, and mercury emissions, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, Science and Technology, and Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: April 1, 2009 [House], Page H4396). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to require the inclusion of coal-derived fuel at certain volumes in aviation fuel, motor vehicle fuel, home heating oil, and boiler fuel; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: April 1, 2009 [House], Page H4396). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to cap the emissions of greenhouse gases through a requirement to purchase carbon permits, to distribute the proceeds of such purchases to eligible individuals, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: April 1, 2009 [House], Page H4396). Text of the bill to be listed here.

This document is being issued to correct a technical error to the regulatory text issued 3 November 2008, specifically in the Tier II inventory information section. This final rule is effective March 26, 2009. POC is Sicy Jacob, Office of Emergency Management (OEM), Mail Code 5104A, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington DC 20004; telephone number: (202) 564-8019; fax number: (202) 564-2620; e-mail address: jacob.sicy@epa.gov ().

A bill to amend the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to authorize the Secretary of Energy to conduct research, development, and demonstration to make biofuels more compatible with small nonroad engines, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 30, 2009 [Senate], Page S3986). Text of the bill to be listed .

A bill to amend title 40, United States Code, to authorize the use of Federal supply schedules for the acquisition of environmentally preferable "green" commodities and services and certain other related items by State and local governments; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [House], Page H4063). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to provide for standards for energy efficient outdoor lighting; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [House], Page H4061).

A bill to establish a program to deploy and integrate plug-in electric drive vehicles in multiple regions; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [House], Page H4061).

A bill to distribute emission allowances under a domestic cap-and-trade program to facilities in certain domestic energy-intensive industrial sectors and subsectors to prevent an increase in greenhouse gas emissions by manufacturing facilities located in countries without commensurate greenhouse gas regulation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [House], Page H4062).

A bill to mitigate the effects of black carbon emissions in the United States and throughout the world; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [House], Page H4062).

A bill to amend the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act to reauthorize the Act; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 25, 2009 [Senate], Page S3784).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to include a definition of fill material; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 25, 2009 [Senate], Page S3784).

A bill to establish a pilot program to provide for the preservation and rehabilitation of historic lighthouses; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [Senate], Page S3897). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to provide a source of funds to carry out restoration activities on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior or the Secretary of Agriculture, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [Senate], Page S3897). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to temporarily prohibit the Secretary of the Interior from considering global climate change as a natural or manmade factor in determining whether a species is a threatened or endangered species, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 26, 2009 [Senate], Page S3897). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to provide for a program of research, development, and demonstration on natural gas vehicles; to the Committee on Science and Technology ().

A bill to amend title 23, United States Code, to extend the period during which States may allow low emission and energy-efficient vehicles to use high occupancy vehicle facilities; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: March 19, 2009 [House], Page H3704).

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by requiring a Federal emission permit for the sale or use of greenhouse gas emission substances, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [House], Page H3833).

A bill to accelerate the development and early deployment of systems for the capture and storage of carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel electric generation facilities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [House], Page H3834).

A bill to amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to authorize the Secretary of Commerce to make grants to coastal states to support voluntary State efforts to initiate and complete surveys of coastal waters to identify potential areas suitable for the exploration, development, and production of renewable energy, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [House], Page H3834).

A bill to establish the Green Bank to assist in the financing of qualified clean energy projects and qualified energy efficiency projects; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [House], Page H3834).

A bill to amend the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act to ensure adequate funding for conservation and restoration of wildlife, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 19, 2009 [Senate], Page S3550).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to prohibit the sale of dishwashing detergent in the United States if the detergent contains a high level of phosphorus, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [Senate], Page S3657). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to establish a research, development, demonstration, and commercial application program to promote research of appropriate technologies for heavy duty plug-in hybrid vehicles, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [Senate], Page S3657). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to provide the Coast Guard and NOAA with additional authorities under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, to strengthen the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [Senate], Page S3657). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to require new vessels for carrying oil fuel to have double hulls, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Congressional Record: March 24, 2009 [Senate], Page S3658). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to improve Federal land management, resource conservation, environmental protection, and use of Federal real property, by requiring the Secretary of the Interior to develop a multipurpose cadastre of Federal real property and identifying inaccurate, duplicate, and out-of-date Federal land inventories, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 16, 2009 [House], Page H3436).

A bill to accelerate motor fuel savings nationwide and provide incentives to registered owners of high polluting automobiles to replace such automobiles with new fuel efficient and less polluting automobiles or public transportation; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 17, 2009 [House], Page H3525). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to establish the National Home Energy Savings Revolving Fund within the Department of Energy to provide amounts to units of general local government to make loans to homeowners for qualified home energy audits and certified energy savings improvements, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 17, 2009 [House], Page H3526).Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to authorize the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to award grants for electronic waste reduction research, development, and demonstration projects, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science and Technology (Congressional Record: March 18, 2009 [House], Page H3640).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to improve appliance standards, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 16, 2009 [Senate], Page S3113).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to conform the definition of renewable biomass to the definition given the term in the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 18, 2009 [Senate], Page S3369). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Army to establish, modify, charge, and collect recreation fees at lands and waters administered by the Corps of Engineers; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: March 12, 2009 [House], Page H3400].

A bill to authorize certain States to prohibit the importation of solid waste from other States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 12, 2009 [House], Page H3400].

A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to develop plans and targets for States and metropolitan planning organizations to develop plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 11, 2009 [Senate], Page S3025).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify that fill material cannot be comprised of waste; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: March 4, 2009 [House], Page H2979).

A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to support efforts by States and eligible local and regional entities to develop and implement plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: March 5, 2009 [House], Page H3053). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce carbon dioxide emissions in the United States domestic energy supply; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: March 5, 2009 [House], Page H3053). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Solid Waste Disposal Act to provide for the reduction of greenhouse gases, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: March 5, 2009 [House], Page H3054). Text of the bill to be listed here.

EPA is proposing national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for existing stationary RICE that either are located at area sources of HAP emissions or that have a site rating of less than or equal to 500 brake horsepower and are located at major sources of hazardous air pollutant emissions. In addition, EPA is proposing national emission standards for HAP for existing stationary compression ignition engines greater than 500 brake horsepower that are located at major sources. Lastly, EPA is proposing to amend the previously promulgated regulations regarding operation of stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines during periods of startup, shutdown and malfunctions. Comments must be received on or before 4 May 2009. POC is 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 (Federal Register: March 5, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 9697-9731).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to establish pilot project offices to improve Federal permit coordination for renewable energy; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 4, 2009 [Senate], Page S2766).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to prohibit the issuance of permits under title V of that Act for certain emissions from agricultural production; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 5, 2009 [Senate], Page S2827). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to modify the definition of the term "renewable biomass"; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: March 5, 2009 [Senate], Page S2828). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Power Act to require the President to designate certain geographical areas as national renewable energy zones, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: March 5, 2009 [Senate], Page S2828). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to authorize appropriations for State water pollution control revolving funds, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: March 3, 2009 [House], Page H2923).

A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to conduct a program to demonstrate the use of asphalt produced with an asphalt binder made from biomass in highway construction projects; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: February 25, 2009 [House], Page H2833).

A bill to promote the use of certain materials harvested from public lands in the production of renewable fuel, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: February 25, 2009 [House], Page H2834). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Migratory Bird Treaty Act to authorize hunting under certain circumstances; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: February 26, 2009 [Senate], Page S2558).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to repeal the ultra-deepwater and unconventional onshore natural gas and other petroleum research and development program; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: February 26, 2009 [Senate], Page S2558). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to promote as a renewable energy source the use of biomass removed from forest lands in connection with hazardous fuel reduction projects on certain Federal land, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: February 23, 2009 [House], page H2601).

A bill to promote biogas production, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means (Congressional Record: February 24, 2009 [House], Page H2631). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to repeal a requirement with respect to the procurement and acquisition of alternative fuels; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (Congressional Record: February 13, 2009 [House], Page H1604).

A bill to amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 to improve public notification and community relations concerning actions for the removal of environmental hazards; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: February 11, 2009 [House], Page H1248).

A bill to amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to exempt any solar energy project on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management from an environmental impact statement requirement; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: February 10, 2009 [House], Page H1158).

A bill to secure Federal ownership and management of significant natural, scenic, and recreational resources, to provide for the protection of cultural resources, to facilitate the efficient extraction of mineral resources by authorizing and directing an exchange of Federal and non-Federal land, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: February 11, 2009 [Senate], Page S2143).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to provide that greenhouse gases are not subject to the Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: January 9, 2009 [House], Page H160).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to provide for a reduction in the number of boutique fuels, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: January 9, 2009 [House], Page H160).

A bill to establish the National Landscape Conservation System, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: January 9, 2009 [House], Page H160).

A bill to encourage research, development, and demonstration of technologies to facilitate the utilization of water produced in connection with the development of domestic energy resources, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science and Technology (Congressional Record: January 13, 2009 [House], Page H194).

A bill to reauthorize the Marine Turtle Conservation Act of 2004; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: January 14, 2009 [House], Page H324).

A bill to ensure the energy independence of the United States by promoting research, development, demonstration, and commercial application of technologies through a system of grants and prizes on the scale of the original Manhattan Project; to the Committee on Science and Technology (Congressional Record: January 14, 2009 [House], Page H324).

A bill to accelerate motor fuel savings nationwide and provide incentives to registered owners of high fuel consumption automobiles to replace such automobiles with fuel efficient automobiles or public transportation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: January 14, 2009 [House], Page H324).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 1992 to require the Federal Government to acquire not fewer than 100,000 plug-in hybrid vehicles; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (Congressional Record: January 15, 2009 [House], Page H381).

A bill to promote economic recovery through green jobs and infrastructure, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: January 13, 2009 [Senate], Page S337).

A bill to accelerate motor fuel savings nationwide and provide incentives to registered owners of high fuel consumption automobiles to replace such automobiles with fuel efficient automobiles or public transportation; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: January 14, 2009 [Senate], Page S388).

A bill to reauthorize the Tropical Forest Conservation Act of 1998 through fiscal year 2012, to rename the Tropical Forest Conservation Act of 1998 as the "Tropical Forest and Coral Conservation Act of 2009", and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations (Congressional Record: January 29, 2009 [Senate], Page S1057). Text of the bill to be listed here

The comment period for the addition of pharmaceuticals to the universal waste rule has been extended until March 4, 2009. The original closing date was February 2, 2009. The proposed rule was published on December 2, 2008. The POC is Lisa Lauer, Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery (5304P), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (703) 308-7418; fax number: (703) 605-0595; e-mail address lauer.lisa@epa.gov. (Federal Register: January 30, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 5633).

A bill to reauthorize the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: February 4, 2009 [House], page H1042). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to provide loan guarantees for projects to construct renewable fuel pipelines, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: February 4, 2009 [House], page H1042). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize the sewer overflow control grants program; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: February 4, 2009 [House], page H1043). Text of the bill to be listed here.

EPA is delaying by sixty days the effective date of the final rule that amends the SPCC regulations published in the Federal Register on December 5, 2008. Thus, the amendments will become effective on April 4, 2009. EPA additionally is requesting public comment on the extension of the effective date and its duration, and on the regulatory amendments contained in the final rule. Comments must be received on or before March 5, 2009. POCs are Vanessa E. Principe at 202-564-7913 (principe.vanessa@epa.gov), or Mark W. Howard at 202-564-1964 (howard.markw@epa.gov), U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC, 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: February 3, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 5900-5903).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to require that mercury emissions from electric utility steam generating units be subject to the MACT standard for hazardous air pollutants, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: February 3, 2009 [House], page H921). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to repeal the long-term goal for reducing to zero the incidental mortality and serious injury of marine mammals in commercial fishing operations, and to modify the goal of take reduction plans for reducing such takings; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: February 3, 2009 [House], page H921). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to ensure that publicly owned treatment works monitor for and report sewer overflows, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: January 28, 2009 [House], Page H778).

A bill to amend the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 to strike a provision relating to modifications in reporting frequency; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: January 28, 2009 [House], Page H779).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to extend the pilot program for alternative water source projects; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: January 27, 2009 [House], Page H601-H602). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to prevent the introduction and establishment of nonnative wildlife species that negatively impact the economy, environment, or other animal species' or human health, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: January 26, 2009 [House], Page H525). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to delay the effect of reclassifying certain nonattainment areas adjacent to an international border, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: January 26, 2009 [House], Page H525). Text of the bill to be listed here.

A bill to provide for a green building certification program as part of the Energy Star program; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: January 26, 2009 [House], Page H525). Text of the bill to be listed here.

The WaterSense program has released a draft Specification for High-Efficiency Flushing Urinals that provides the criteria that flushing urinals will need to meet to earn the WaterSense label. The specification is designed to ensure not only sustainable, efficient water use but also a high level of user performance satisfaction. Comments are due March 9, 2009.

A bill to increase research, development, education, and technology transfer activities related to water use efficiency and conservation technologies and practices at the Environmental Protection Agency; to the Committee on Science and Technology (Congressional Record: January 22, 2009 [House], Page H484-H486).

The Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is providing this notice in order to allow other agencies and the public an opportunity to review and provide comments on a draft guideline document regarding the use of pesticide-treated wood products in aquatic environments. Public comments must be received on or before 5 p.m., Pacific standard time March 16, 2009. POC is Joseph Dillon, Southwest Region Water Quality Coordinator at 707-575-6093 (Federal Register: January 13, 2009 [Notices], Page 1663-1664).

A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any comprehensive plan to reform our national energy policy must promote the expanded use of renewable and alternative energy sources; increase our domestic refining capacity; promote conservation and increased energy efficiency; expand research and development, including domestic exploration; and, enhance consumer education; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: January 7, 2009 [House], Page H71).

EPA is seeking comment on which non-hazardous materials are or are not solid waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA is seeking comment on a number of specific questions concerning the meaning of "solid waste" under RCRA, as it applies to non-hazardous waste programs. Comments must be received on or before February 2, 2009. Categories and entities potentially affected by this action include: scrap tires, passenger car and trucks, construction of buildings, landscaping services, fossil fuel electric power generation, sewage treatment facilities, automotive repair and replacement shops, and boilers. POC is Michael Galbraith, Office of Solid Waste (5302P), U.S. EPA, Ariel Rios Building, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460-0002, telephone (703) 605-0567, e-mail address: galbraith.michael@epa.gov (Federal Register: January 2, 2009 [Proposed Rules], Page 41-61).

This document, dated 30 December 2008, is the External Review Draft. In this report, OIG analyzed the science supporting EPA's perchlorate reference dose (RfD). Scientific comments are due no later than 10 March 2009.

EPA is proposing to ban the sale or distribution of air-conditioning and refrigeration appliances containing HCFC-22, HCFC-142b, or blends containing one or both of these substances, beginning January 1, 2010. In addition, EPA is proposing to extend these requirements to air-conditioning and refrigeration appliances that are suitable only for use with newly produced HCFC-22, HCFC-142b, or blends containing one or both of these controlled substances as the refrigerant, and pre-charged appliance parts. Comments must be received on or before January 22, 2009, unless a public hearing is requested. Comments must then be received on or before February 6, 2009. POC is Cindy Axinn Newberg, EPA, Stratospheric Protection Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs, Office of Air and Radiation (6205J), 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460, (202) 343-9729, newberg.cindy@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 23, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 78705-78716).

This is a Notice of Intent (NOI) for partial deletion of portions of the Griffiss Air Force Base Superfund Site from the National Priorities List. Comments must be received by January 20, 2009. POC is Mr. Douglas M. Pocze, Remedial Project Manager, by mail at Emergency and Remedial Response Division, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 2, 290 Broadway, 18th floor, New York, NY 10007-1866; Telephone (212) 637-4432, (or) fax at (212) 637-3256, (or) E-mail: pocze.doug@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 19, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 77560-77567).

The EPA is proposing a regulation that would strengthen the existing regulatory program for discharges from construction sites by establishing technology-based Effluent Limitations Guidelines and New Source Performance Standards for the Construction and Development (C&D) point source category. Comments must be received on or before February 26, 2009. POC is Mr. Jesse W. Pritts at 202-566-1038 (pritts.jesse@epa.gov) (Federal Register: November 28, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 72561-72614).

These proposed changes are in response to a March 2, 1999 Court remand, recent court decisions, and public comments. Comments must be received on or before February 17, 2009. POC is Ms. Mary Johnson, Energy Strategies Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (D243-01), Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711; telephone number: (919) 541-5025; fax number: (919) 541-5450; e-mail address: johnson.mary@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 1, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 72961-73003).

The comment period for these draft revisions has been extended to February 4, 2009. The proposed changes were published in the Federal Register on October 20, 2008. POC is Mr. H. Lynn Dail, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Sector Policies and Programs Division, Natural Resources and Commerce Group (E143-03), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone number: (919) 541-2363; fax number: (919) 541-3470; and e-mail address: dail.lynn@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 3, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 73631-73632).

EPA is proposing to amend the dates by which facilities must prepare or amend SPCC Plans, and implement those plans. Written comments must be received by December 26, 2008. POCs are Vanessa Rodriguez at (202) 564-7913 (rodriguez.vanessa@epa.gov) or Mark W. Howard at (202) 564-1964 (howard.markw@epa.gov), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC, 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: November 26, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 72016-72022).

EPA is proposing to add hazardous pharmaceutical wastes to the Universal Waste Rule. This proposed rule would facilitate better management of pharmaceutical wastes by streamlining the generator requirements and encouraging generators of hazardous pharmaceutical wastes to manage them under the provisions of the Universal Waste Rule, which ensures that these hazardous pharmaceutical wastes are properly disposed of and treated as hazardous wastes. In addition, this proposed rule would facilitate the implementation of pharmaceutical take-back programs by removing RCRA barriers in the collection of pharmaceutical wastes from health care and other such regulated facilities, as well as facilitate the collection of pharmaceutical wastes from households, including non-hazardous pharmaceutical wastes. Comments must be received on or before February 2, 2009. POC is Lisa Lauer, Office of Solid Waste (5304P), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 703-308-7418; fax number: 703-605-0595; e-mail address lauer.lisa@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 2, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 73519-73544).

The EPA proposed regulations for the underground injection of carbon dioxide (CO2) for geologic sequestration under the authority of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) on July 25, 2008. The initial public comment period for this proposal was 120 days, ending on November 24, 2008. This action extends the public comment period for an additional 30 days. EPA must receive your comments on or before December 24, 2008. POC is Lee Whitehurst, Underground Injection Control Program, Drinking Water Protection Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MC-4606M), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 564-3896; fax number: (202) 564-3756; e-mail address: whitehurst.lee@epa.gov (Federal Register: November 21, 2008, [Proposed Rules], Page 70610-70611).

EPA promulgated the Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfectant Byproducts Rule on January 4, 2006. A requirement for ground water systems serving 500-9,999 people was unintentionally excluded from the final rule. These PWSs should have been required to monitor for both total trihalomethanes (TTHM) and haloacetic acids (HAA5) concentrations at two locations. EPA is also proposing to make minor, unrelated changes in the CFR by adding references to the list of methods approved under the Expedited Approval Process, removing references to outdated methods, and specifying a new source for the publication titled "Technical Notes on Drinking Water Methods". Comments must be received on or before January 13, 2009. POC is Thomas Grubbs, Standards and Risk Management Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, M/C 4607M, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; Phone (202) 564-5262; e-mail grubbs.thomas@epa.gov (Federal Register: November 14, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 67456-67463).

The USDA is proposing to amend the Guidelines for Designating Biobased Products for Federal Procurement, by adding nine sections to designate the following nine items within which biobased products would be afforded Federal procurement preference: Chain and cable lubricants; corrosion preventatives; food cleaners; forming lubricants; gear lubricants; general purpose household cleaners; industrial cleaners; multipurpose cleaners; and parts wash solutions. USDA also is proposing minimum biobased content for each of these items. USDA will accept public comments on this proposed rule until December 22, 2008. POC is Shana Love, USDA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration, Room 209A, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20250-0103; e-mail: biopreferred@usda.gov; phone (202) 205-4008 (Federal Register: October 23, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 63297-63328).

On May 3, 2007, EPA promulgated the Halogenated Solvent Cleaning rule. This rule set facility-wide emission limits for certain halogenated solvent cleaning machines and a May 3, 2010, compliance deadline. Following promulgation of the rule, the EPA Administrator received several petitions for reconsideration, pursuant to Clean Air Act section 307(d)(7)(B). The purpose of this notice is to initiate a process for responding to certain issues raised in the petitions. EPA is requesting comment on the particular issues for which they are granting reconsideration, and those issues are identified, in detail, in this notice. Comments must be received on or before December 4, 2008. POC is Mr. H. Lynn Dail, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Sector Policies and Programs Division, Natural Resources and Commerce Group (E143-03), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone number: (919) 541-2363; fax number: (919) 541-3470; and e-mail address: dail.lynn@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 20, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 62383-62408).

The EPA has determined that a national primary drinking water regulation (NPDWR) for perchlorate would not present ``a meaningful opportunity for health risk reduction for persons served by public water systems.'' The SDWA requires EPA to make determinations every five years of whether to regulate at least five contaminants on the Contaminant Candidate List (CCL). EPA included perchlorate on the first and second CCLs that were published in the Federal Register on March 2, 1998 and February 24, 2005. In this action, EPA presents supporting rationale and requests public comment on its preliminary regulatory determination for perchlorate. EPA will make a final regulatory determination for perchlorate after considering comments and information provided in the 30-day comment period following this notice. Comments must be received on or before November 10, 2008. POC is Eric Burneson, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, Standards and Risk Management Division, at (202) 564-5250 or e-mail burneson.eric@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 10, 2008, [Notices], Page 60262-60282)

These proposed rules would require operators of hazardous liquid pipelines, gas pipelines, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities to amend their existing written operations and maintenance procedures, operator qualification (OQ) programs, and emergency plans to assure controllers and control room management practices and procedures used maintain pipeline safety and integrity. Comments are due November 12, 2008. POC is Byron Coy at (609) 989-2180 or by e-mail at Byron.Coy@dot.gov (Federal Register: September 12, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 53075-53104).

The comment period on a proposed rule to amend the Federal Pipeline Safety Regulations to require operators of gas distribution pipelines to develop and implement integrity management (IM) programs has been extended 30 days until October 23, 2008. POC is Mike Israni at (202) 366-4571 or by e-mail at mike.israni@dot.gov. (Federal Register: September 12, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 52938-52939).

Proposed addition of Fort Detrick Area B Ground Water to the National Priorities List (NPL). Comments are due November 3, 2008. The POC is Robert Myers, phone (703) 603-8851, myers.robert@epa.gov, Site Assessment and Remedy Decisions Branch, Assessment and Remediation Division, Office of Superfund Remediation and Technology Innovation (Mail Code 5204P), U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; or the Superfund Hotline, phone (800) 424-9346 or (703) 412-9810 in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area (Federal Register: September 3, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 51393-51400).

The intent of these revisions are to clarify several definitions, to clarify when the section 7 regulations are applicable and the correct standards for effects analysis, and to establish time frames for the informal consultation process. Comments are due September 15, 2008. POCs are Office of the Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, 1849 C Street, NW., Washington, DC 20240; telephone: 202-208-4416; or James H. Lecky, Director, Office of Protected Resources, National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910; telephone: 301-713-2332 (Federal Register: August 15, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 47868-47875).

This is a proposal to amend DOE's test procedures for battery chargers and external power supplies to include provisions for measuring standby mode and off mode energy consumption, as directed by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. DOE also proposes to add a test procedure for measuring the energy consumption of multiple-voltage external power supplies. In addition, DOE proposes to make revisions to the single-voltage external power supply test procedure. DOE also proposes to extend the current certification reporting requirements to the Class A external power supplies for which Congress established energy efficiency standards in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. Comments will be accepted until October 29, 2008.POCs are Ms. Francine Pinto or Mr. Michael Kido, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of the General Counsel, GC-72, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585. Telephone: (202) 586-9507. E-mail: Francine.Pinto@hq.doe.gov or Michael.Kido@hq.doe.gov  (Federal Register: August 15, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 48053-48083)

Prior to submitting the proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, EPA is soliciting comments on the contents of the proposed information collection. Comments must be submitted on or before November 10, 2008. POCs are Meghan Hessenauer, Engineering and Analysis Division, Office of Science and Technology, Mail Code 4303T, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number (202) 566-1040; fax number (202) 566-1053; e-mail address hessenauer.meghan@epa.gov or Carey Johnston, Engineering and Analysis Division, Office of Science and Technology, Mail Code 4303T, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number (202) 566-1014; fax number (202) 566-1053; e-mail address johnston.carey@epa.gov  (Federal Register: August 12, 2008 [Notices], Page 46903-46906).

The advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) solicits public comment on responding to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in MA v. EPA. The Court ruled that the CAA authorizes regulation of GHGs since GHGs meet the definition of air pollutant under the CAA. Due to the possible ramifications of a decision to regulate GHGs under the CAA, the notice reviews CAA provisions that may be applicable to regulate GHGs, examines issues that regulating GHGs may raise, provides information on regulatory approaches and technologies for reducing GHG emissions, and raises issues relevant to possible legislation and the potential for overlap between legislation and CAA regulation. The notice solicits comment on petitions received to regulate GHG emissions from ships, aircraft and nonroad vehicles. Comments must be received on or before 11/28/08. POC is Joe Dougherty, Office of Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone #: (202) 564-1659; fax #: (202) 564-1543; e-mail: Dougherty.Joseph-J@epa.gov  (Federal Register: July 30, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 44353-44520).

PHMSA proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to maintain alignment with international standards. The proposals include amendments and clarifications on the safe transportation of batteries and battery-powered devices. PHMSA is proposing to clarify the prohibition against transporting electrical devices, including batteries and battery-powered devices that are likely to create sparks or generate a dangerous amount of heat. PHMSA also is proposing to modify and enhance requirements for the packaging and handling of batteries and battery-powered devices, particularly in air commerce, to emphasize the safety precautions that are necessary to prevent incidents during transportation. Comments must be received by September 29, 2008. POCs are T. Glenn Foster or Charles Betts, Office of Hazardous Materials Standards, telephone (202) 366-8553, or Shane Kelley, International Standards, telephone (202) 366-0656, PHMSA, U.S. DOT, 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE., 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001. (Federal Register: July 31, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 44803-44862).

EPA is proposing Federal requirements under the SDWA for underground injection of carbon dioxide (CO2) for the purpose of GS. GS is one of a portfolio of options that could be deployed to reduce CO2 emissions to the atmosphere and help to mitigate climate change. This proposal applies to owners or operators of wells that will be used to inject CO2 into the subsurface for the purpose of long-term storage. Comments must be received on or before November 24, 2008. POC is Lee Whitehurst, UIC Program, Drinking Water Protection Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MC-4606M), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 564-3896; fax number: (202) 564-3756; e-mail address: whitehurst.lee@epa.gov   (Federal Register: July 25, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 43491-43541).

The comment period for the Guidance is open until August 31, 2008. Comments may be submitted to aircraftdrinkingwater@epa.gov
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EPA proposes to revise its Phase 2 implementation rule for the 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS or standard) to address the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit's vacatur and remand of this rule. Specifically, this proposal addresses the vacatur and remand of a provision that allowed credit toward reasonable further progress (RFP) for the 8-hour standard from emission reductions outside the nonattainment area. Comments must be received on or before August 20, 2008. POCs are Ms. Denise Gerth, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (C539-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711, telephone number (919) 541-5550 or by e-mail at gerth.denise@epa.gov, fax number (919) 541-0824; or Mr. John Silvasi, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (C539-01), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone number (919) 541-5666, fax number (919) 541-0824 or by e-mail at silvasi.john@epa.gov.(Federal Register: July 21, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 42294-42299).

This draft report (EPA/600/R-07/094), subtitled "A Preliminary Synthesis of Climate Change Impacts on O3" is available for comment until August 25, 2008. POC is Brooke L. Hemming, PhD, National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA); telephone: 919-541-5668; e-mail: hemming.brooke@epamail.epa.gov (Federal Register: July 10, 2008 [Notices], Page 39695-39696).

The public comment period on the proposed rule ``National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Lead'' has been extended to 4 August 2008. The standard was initially published in the Federal Register on May 20, 2008. POC is Dr. Deirdre Murphy, Health and Environmental Impacts Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Mail code C504-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone: 919-541-0729; fax: 919-541-0237; e-mail: Murphy.deirdre@epa.gov (Federal Register: July 9, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 39235-39237).

On June 6, 2008 DOE published a notice of public meeting and availability of the Framework Document to the Federal Register (73 FR 32243) to announce to the public that DOE was beginning its rulemaking activities for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps. At that time, the closing date for receiving public comments was July 7, 2008. DOE has extended the comment period to 4:30 p.m. (EDT) July 31, 2008 (Federal Register: July 3, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 38159-38160).

PHMSA proposes to amend the Federal Pipeline Safety Regulations to require operators of gas distribution pipelines to develop and implement integrity management (IM) programs. The purpose of these programs is to enhance safety by identifying and reducing pipeline integrity risks. The IM programs required by the proposed rule would be similar to those currently required for gas transmission pipelines, but tailored to reflect the differences in and among distribution systems. Anyone may submit written comments on proposed regulatory changes by 23 September 2008. POC is Mike Israni at (202) 366-4571 or by e-mail at mike.israni@dot.gov (Federal Register: June 25, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 36015-36034).

EPA Regions 1 through 10 are proposing an NPDES Vessel General Permit (VGP) to cover discharges incidental to the normal operation of commercial vessels and recreational vessels greater than or equal to 79 feet in length and an NPDES Recreational General Permit (RGP) to cover discharges incidental to the normal operation of recreational vessels less than 79 feet in length. This action is in response to a District Court ruling that vacates, as of September 30, 2008, a long-standing EPA regulation that excludes discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel from the need to obtain an NPDES permit. Comments must be submitted on or before August 1, 2008. EPA has scheduled a Web cast to provide information on the proposed permits and to answer questions for interested parties that are unable to attend the public meetings or hearing. The Web cast will be broadcast on July 2, 2008, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET. For information on how to register and attend the Web cast, see EPA's Web site at http://www.epa.gov/npdes/training approximately 2 weeks prior to the date of the scheduled Webcast (Federal Register: June 17, 2008 [Notices], Page 34296-34304).

The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) directs the DOE to establish energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment, including refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines (beverage vending machines), for which DOE determines that energy conservation standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. This notice is to announce that DOE is considering establishment of energy conservation standards for beverage vending machines; and announce a public meeting to receive comments on a variety of related issues. The public meeting will be held Thursday, 26 June 2008. POC is Mr. Charles Llenza, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies Program, EE-2J, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone: (202) 586-2192. E-mail: Charles.Llenza@ee.doe.gov (Federal Register: June 16, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 34093-34138)

EPA is proposing to amend the new source performance standards for electric utility steam generating units and industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units. Specifically included are: fossil-fuel-fired steam generators for which construction started after 17 August 1971; electric utility steam generating units for which construction started after 18 September 1978; industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units; and small industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units. Comments must be received on or before July 28, 2008. POC is Mr. Christian Fellner, Energy Strategies Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (D243-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone number (919) 541-4003, facsimile number (919) 541-5450, electronic mail (e-mail) address: fellner.christian@epa.gov(Federal Register: June 12, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 33641-33659).

EPA proposes to make revisions to the primary and secondary NAAQS for Pb to provide requisite protection of public health and welfare, respectively. EPA proposes to revise various elements of the primary standard to provide increased protection for children and other at-risk populations against an array of adverse health effects, most notably including neurological effects, particularly neurocognitive and neurobehavioral effects, in children. Comments must be received by July 21, 2008. POC is Dr. Deirdre Murphy, Health and Environmental Impacts Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Mail code C504-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone: 919-541-0729; fax: 919-541-0237; e-mail: Murphy.deirdre@epa.gov. (Federal Register: May 20, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 29183-29291).

NOTE: The comment period for this document has been extended to June 10, 2008. This program focuses on actions designed to help managers adapt their water programs in response to a changing climate. Other elements of the draft strategy include steps needed to strengthen links between climate research and water programs, and to improve education for water program professionals on potential climate change impacts. The strategy also identifies contributions that water programs can make to mitigate greenhouse gases. Some of the potential impacts of climate change on water resources reviewed in the strategy include increases in certain water pollution problems, changes in availability of drinking water supplies, and collective impacts on coastal areas. The public comment period is until May 28, 2008. More...

EPA is proposing to reissue its stormwater Construction General Permit for a two-year time period. The permit would apply where EPA is the permitting authority, which is in five states, most territories, and most Indian country lands. The draft permit uses the same terms and conditions as EPA's 2003 permit, which expires in July 2008. EPA is proposing the permit to coordinate with a second effort that is underway to establish national clean water standards, known as an effluent limitation guideline, for the construction and development industry. Upon finalization of the guideline, EPA plans to include its provisions into a new and improved Construction General Permit to be reissued no later than July 2010. EPA is also requesting comment on the criteria the agency will use to recognize local erosion and sediment control program requirements in this and future permits. EPA is inviting comments on the proposed permit for a period of 30 days. More...

EPA is proposing to amend the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Organic Liquids Distribution (non-gasoline) under section 112 of the Clean Air Act to clarify combustion control device compliance requirements, certain storage tank control compliance dates, and vapor balance system monitoring requirements. In addition, EPA is correcting typographical errors found in the July 28, 2006, final rule amendments notice. Written comments must be received on or before June 9, 2008. POC is Mr. Stephen Shedd, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Sector Policies and Programs Division, Coatings and Chemicals Group (E143-01), EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone: (919) 541-5397, facsimile number: (919) 685-3195, e-mail address: shedd.steve@epa.gov (Federal Register: April 23, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 21889-21891).

The EPA is proposing to amend and consolidate in one place the federal drinking water requirements (known as National Primary Drinking Water Regulations or NPDWRs) for aircraft public water systems under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Comments must be received on or before July 8, 2008. POC is Richard Naylor, Drinking Water Protection Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MC-4606M), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 564-3847; e-mail address: naylor.richard@epa.gov (Federal Register: April 9, 2008, [Proposed Rules], Page 19319-19348).

EPA is proposing national emission standards for control of HAP for nine metal fabrication and finishing area source categories. This rule proposes emission standards in the form of management practices and equipment standards for new and existing operations of dry abrasive blasting, machining, dry grinding and dry polishing with machines, spray painting and other spray coating, and welding operations. These proposed standards reflect EPA's determination regarding the generally achievable control technology (GACT) and/or management practices for the nine area source categories. Comments must be received on or before 5 May 2008, unless a public hearing is requested by 14 April 2008. If a hearing is requested on this proposed rule, written comments must be received by 19 May 2008. POC is Dr. Donna Lee Jones, Sector Policies and Programs Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (D243-02), Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711, telephone number: (919) 541-5251; fax number: (919) 541-3207; e-mail address: jones.donnalee@epa.gov (Federal Register: April 3, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 18333-18381).

In this advance notice of proposed rule making (ANOPR), DOE is considering amendment of existing energy conservation standards for general service fluorescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps, and it is also considering whether standards should apply to additional general service fluorescent lamps. In addition, this ANOPR considers various amendments to lighting-related definitions DOE previously developed and incorporated into the CFR. Comments will be accepted until April 14, 2008. POCs are: Ms. Linda Graves, U.S. DOE, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies Program, EE-2J, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone: (202) 586-1851. E-mail: Linda.Graves@ee.doe.gov; Ms. Francine Pinto or Mr. Eric Stas, U.S. DOE, Office of the General Counsel, GC-72, Forrestal Building, Mail Station GC-72, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585. Telephone: (202) 586-9507. E-mail: Francine.Pinto@hq.doe.gov or Eric.Stas@hq.doe.gov (Federal Register: March 13, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 13619-13689).

The Draft Inventory is available for public review. Annual U.S. emissions for the period of time from 1990 through 2006 are summarized and presented by source category and sector. The inventory contains estimates of carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFC), perfluorocarbons (PFC), and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) emissions. The inventory also includes estimates of carbon fluxes in U.S. agricultural and forest lands. The technical approach used in this report to estimate emissions and sinks for greenhouse gases is consistent with the methodologies recommended by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), and reported in a format consistent with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) reporting guidelines. The Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990-2006 is the latest in a series of annual U.S. submissions to the Secretariat of the UNFCCC. Please submit your comments by April 7, 2008. The POC is Mr. Leif Hockstad, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Air and Radiation, Office of Atmospheric Programs, Climate Change Division, (202) 343-9432, hockstad.leif@epa.gov (Federal Register: March 7, 2008 [Notices], Page 12413).

This action is a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking(SNPRM) to EPA's June 30, 2006, notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM)revising the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements for concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), in response to the order issued by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in Waterkeeper Alliance et al. v. EPA, 399 F.3d 486 (2d Cir. 2005). In the June 2006 NPRM, EPA proposed to require only CAFOs that discharge or propose to discharge to seek coverage under a permit. In this SNPRM, EPA is proposing a voluntary option for CAFOs to certify that the CAFO does not discharge or propose to discharge based on an objective assessment of the CAFO's design, construction, operation, and maintenance. The June 2006 proposal also discussed the of the nutrient management plan (NMP) that would need to be incorporated into NPDES permits. This SNPRM proposes a framework for identifying the terms of the NMP and three alternative approaches for addressing rates of application of manure, litter, and process wastewater when identifying terms of the NMP to be included in the permit. (Federal Register: March 7, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 12321-12340).

EPA is proposing to amend the regulations to make certain updates and corrections. EPA is proposing to update the list of North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes subject to reporting under the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) to reflect the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) 2007 NAICS revision. Facilities would be required to report to TRI using 2007 NAICS codes beginning with TRI reporting forms that are due on July 1, 2009, covering releases and other waste management quantities for the 2008 calendar year. EPA is also proposing to make corrections to the list of NAICS codes subject to reporting under TRI that was published on June 6, 2006, in the final rule adopting NAICS for TRI reporting and to correct a longstanding typographical error in the regulatory text. Written comments must be received by April 7, 2008. POC is Judith Kendall, Toxics Release Inventory Program Division, Mailcode 2844T, OEI, Environmental Protection Agency, Ariel Rios Building, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; Telephone: (202) 566-0750; Fax: (202) 566-0741; e-mail: kendall.judith@epa.gov (Federal Register: March 6, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 12045-12053). Federal Register Notice is available here.

EPA is publishing for public review and comment a draft list of contaminants that are currently not subject to any proposed or promulgated national primary drinking water regulations, that are known or anticipated to occur in public water systems, and which may require regulations under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). This is the third Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 3) published by the Agency since the SDWA amendments of 1996. This draft CCL 3 includes 93 chemicals or chemical groups and 11 microbiological contaminants. Comments must be received on or before May 21, 2008. For information on chemical contaminants contact Thomas Carpenter, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, Standards and Risk Management Division, at (202) 564-4885 or e-mail carpenter.thomas@epa.gov. For information on microbial contaminants contact Tracy Bone, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, at 202-564-5257 or e-mail bone.tracy@epa.gov (Federal Register: February 21, 2008 [Notices], Page 9627-9654). Federal Register notice is available here.

This notice announces the availability of additional information on the electronic manifest (e-Manifest) project. Specifically, EPA's Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response (OSWER) has made significant progress on the e-Manifest project since the publication of the April 18, 2006 public notice, which announced and requested comment on our intention to develop a centralized web-based information technology (IT) system that would be hosted on EPA's IT architecture. However, a few issues raised by commenters in response to the April 2006 public notice require further analysis. Comments must be received on or before April 11, 2008 (Federal Register: February 26, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 10204-10210). Federal Register notice is available here.

Notice of availability for a 30 day review and comment period for two revised data standards--(1) Enforcement and Compliance Data Standard and (2)Tribal Identifier Data Standard. The Enforcement and Compliance Data Standard identifies and defines the major areas of enforcement and compliance information that could be used for the exchange of data among environmental agencies and other entities. The purpose of the standard is to provide a common lexicon, so that information about functionally similar activities and/or instruments can be stored. The Tribal Identifier Data Standard specifies the set of tribal names and codes necessary to constitute consistent and unambiguous identification of federally-recognized American Indian and Alaska Native entities. Comments must be received on or before March 29, 2008. POC is Dawn Banks, Collection Strategies Division, Office of Environmental Information, U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., MC 2822T; Washington, DC 20460; phone (202) 566-0625; fax (202) 566-1639; e-mail: Banks-Waller.Dawn@epa.gov (Federal Register: February 25, 2008 [Notices], Page 10026). Federal Register notice is available here.

A public hearing will be held on March 14, 2008 for the proposed rule on "Revision to the General Conformity Regulations." This rulemaking action was published in the Federal Register on January 8, 2008 and proposes to revise EPA's regulations relating to the Clean Air Act (CAA) requirements that Federal Actions conform to the appropriate State, Tribal or Federal implementation plan for attaining clean air ("general conformity"). In the January 8, 2008 Revisions to the General Conformity Regulations: Proposed Rule, there was an error made in citing the docket number. The appropriate docket number for the January 8, 2008 proposed rulemaking is EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0669. Please submit all comments to docket number EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0669 when commenting on the January 8, 2008 proposed rule. The public hearing will convene at 9 a.m. on March 14, 2008. POC is Ms. Pamela Long, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, OAQPS, Air Quality Planning Division (C504-03), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone (919) 541-0641, fax number (919) 541-5509, e-mail address long.pam@epa.gov (Federal Register: March 3, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 11375-11376). Federal Register: Proposed Rules text is available here.

PHMSA is extending until March 14, 2008, the period for interested persons to submit comments on the agency's January 4, 2008 notice concerning proposed recommended practices for bulk loading and unloading of hazardous materials. POC is Rick Boyle, Office of Hazardous Materials Technology, (202) 366-4545 or Kurt Eichenlaub, Office of Hazardous Materials Standards, (202) 366-8553, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (Federal Register: February 8, 2008 [Notices], Page 7628-7629). Federal Register Notice is abailable here.

This draft is designed to help address the harmonization of the NEPA process with NHPA requirements. The guide's introduction and NHPA chapter are provided for your comments and input to help us develop a guide that will make the NEPA process more effective and efficient. Provide your agency's comments and input on the overall structure reflected in the introduction and on the NHPA chapter by March 14th to horst_greczmiel@ceq.eop.gov and hargrove.robert@epa.gov

This manual discusses requirements for consecutive systems (public water systems that receive fully treated water from other public water systems) to comply with Stage 2 DBPR monitoring and MCLs. EPA is developing this guidance manual to provide information on operational and capital changes and strategies that will enable consecutive systems to comply with this rule. Comments are currently being accepted on this document. For more information please go here.

OSHA is terminating the rulemaking to amend its Explosives and Blasting Agents Standard at 29 CFR 1910.109. OSHA is taking this action because it has limited rulemaking resources, which are currently devoted to higher priority projects that will affect a more significant improvement in worker safety and health than would this rulemaking. The effective date for terminating the rulemaking is February 3, 2010. POC is Ms. Jennifer Ashley, Office of Communications, Room N-3647, OSHA, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20210; telephone (202) 693-1999 (Federal Register: February 3, 2010 [Proposed Rules], Page 5545-5546).

Packaging requirements are being amended in the Hazardous Materials Regulations to enhance compliance flexibility, improve clarity, and reduce regulatory burdens. Several packaging related definitions are being revised; provisions to allow more flexibility when preparing and transmitting closure instructions, including conditions under which closure instructions may be transmitted electronically are being added; a requirement for shippers to retain packaging closure instructions is being added; new language that will allow for a practicable means of stenciling the "UN" symbol on packagings is being incorporated; and a requirement to document the methodology used when determining whether a change in packaging configuration requires retesting as a new design or may be considered a variation of a previously tested design I being included. This final rule also incorporates requirements for construction, maintenance, and use of Large Packagings. Compliance with these requirements is authorized as of March 4, 2010. POCs are Eileen Edmonson, Office of Hazardous Materials Standards, (202) 366-8553, or Ben Moore, Office of Hazardous Materials Technology, (202) 366-4545; Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001. (Federal Register: February 2, 2010 [Rules and Regulations], Page 5375-5403).

This rule amends existing regulations promulgated under the hazardous waste provisions of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regarding hazardous waste exports from and imports into the United States. This final rule is effective July 7, 2010. POC is Laura Coughlan, Materials Recovery and Waste Management Division, Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery (5304P), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (703) 308-0005; fax number: (703) 308-0514; e-mail address: coughlan.laura@epa.gov(Federal Register: January 8, 2010 [Rules and Regulations], Page 1235-1262).

The sale or distribution of air-conditioning and refrigeration appliances containing HCFC-22, HCFC-142b, or blends containing one or both of these substances, is banned beginning January 1, 2010. In addition, EPA is banning the sale or distribution of air-conditioning and refrigeration appliance components that are pre-charged with HCFC-22, HCFC-142b, or blends containing one or both of these controlled substances as the refrigerant. These prohibitions apply only to appliances and components manufactured on or after January 1, 2010. This final rule is effective on January 1, 2010. POC is Julius Banks, EPA, Stratospheric Protection Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs, Office of Air and Radiation (6205J), 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460, (202) 343-9870, banks.julius@epa.gov(Federal Register: December 15, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 66449-66467).

The EPA Administrator has found that six greenhouse gases (i.e., carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)) taken in combination endanger both the public health and the public welfare of current and future generations. The EPA Administrator has also found that the combined emissions of these greenhouse gases from new motor vehicles and new motor vehicle engines contribute to the greenhouse gas air pollution that endangers public health and welfare under CAA section 202(a). These Findings are based on careful consideration of the full weight of scientific evidence and a thorough review of numerous public comments received on the Proposed Findings published April 24, 2009. These Findings are effective on January 14, 2010. POC is Jeremy Martinich, Climate Change Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs (MC-6207J), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 343-9927; fax number: (202) 343-2202; e-mail address: ghgendangerment@epa.gov(Federal Register: December 15, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 66495-66546).

The Director of the Office of Ecosystem Protection, EPA-Region 1, is providing notice of availability of the final National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) general permits for specific discharges at Hydroelectric Generating Facilities in the States of Massachusetts and New Hampshire and Tribal Lands located in the State of Massachusetts. These discharges include equipment related cooling water, equipment and floor drain water, backwash strainer water, certain maintenance related waters, and combinations of the preceding discharges. The general permits establish notification requirements, permit eligibility requirements, effluent limitations, standards, prohibitions and best management practice plans. POC is William Wandle, Office of Ecosystem Protection, Environmental Protection Agency, 1 Congress Street, Suite 1100 (CMP), Boston, MA 02114-2023, telephone: 617-918-1605, e-mail: wandle.bill@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 7, 2009 [Notices], Page 64074-64075).

These final regulations establishing CWA technology-based Effluent Limitations Guidelines and New Source Performance Standards for the Construction and Development (C&D) point source category. EPA expects compliance with this regulation to reduce the amount of sediment and other pollutants discharged from construction and development sites by approximately 4 billion pounds per year. This final rule is effective on February 1, 2010. The POC is Mr. Jesse W. Pritts at 202-566-1038 (pritts.jesse@epa.gov ) (Federal Register: December 1, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 62995-63058).

This rule establishes the initial air quality designations for most areas in the United States (U.S.), including Indian Country, for the 2006 24-hour fine particle (PM2.5) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The effective date of this rule is December 14,2009. POC is Amy Vasu, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, Mail Code C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC, 27711, phone number (919) 541-0107 or by e-mail at: vasu.amy@epa.gov. (Federal Register: November 13, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 58687-58781).

Having reviewed the record for the 5 December 2008 amendments and the additional comments, EPA has decided to make only limited changes to the SPCC amendments. With respect to the majority of the December amendments, EPA is either taking no action or providing minor technical corrections. EPA is, however, removing the following provisions in the December 2008 amendments: the exclusion of farms and oil production facilities from the loading/unloading rack requirements; the exemption for produced water containers at an oil production facility; and the alternative qualified facility eligibility criteria for an oil production facility. This final rule is effective on January 14, 2010. POCs are Vanessa E. Principe at 202-564-7913 (principe.vanessa@epa.gov), or Mark W. Howard at 202-564-1964 (howard.markw@epa.gov), U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC, 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: November 13, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 58783-58832).

EPA has approved 25 additional methods for analyzing drinking water samples required by regulation. This action is effective November 10, 2009. POC is Patricia Snyder Fair, Technical Support Center, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MS 140), Environmental Protection Agency, 26 West Martin Luther King Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45268; telephone number: (513) 569-7937; e-mail address: fair.pat@epa.gov (Federal Register: November 10, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 57908-57918).

Pursuant to Executive Order 13175 of 6 November 2000, executive departments and agencies are charged with engaging in regular and meaningful consultation and collaboration with tribal officials in the development of Federal policies that have tribal implications, and are responsible for strengthening the government-to-government relationship between the United States and Indian tribes. This memorandum directs each agency head to submit to the Director of OMB, within 90 days after the date of this memorandum, a detailed plan of actions the agency will take to implement the policies and directives of EO 13175. This plan shall be developed after consultation by the agency with Indian tribes and tribal officials as defined in Executive Order 13175. Each agency head must also submit to the Director of the OMB, within 270 days after the date of this memorandum, and annually thereafter, a progress report on the status of each action included in its plan together with any proposed updates to its plan.(Federal Register: November 9, 2009 [Presidential Documents], Page 57879-57882).

This regulation requires reporting of greenhouse gas emissions from all sectors of the economy. The final rule applies to fossil fuel suppliers and industrial gas suppliers, direct greenhouse gas emitters and manufacturers of heavy-duty and off-road vehicles and engines. The rule does not require control of greenhouse gases, rather it requires only that sources above certain threshold levels monitor and report emissions. The final rule is effective on December 29, 2009. POC is Carole Cook, Climate Change Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs (MC-6207J), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 343-9263; fax number: (202) 343-2342; e-mail address: GHGReportingRule@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 30, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 56259-56519).

Designation of Biobased Items for Federal Procurement USDA is amending its Guidelines for Designating Biobased Products for Federal Procurement, to add nine sections to designate items within which biobased products will be afforded Federal procurement preference. The nine sections address: chain and cable lubricants; corrosion preventatives; food cleaners; forming lubricants; gear lubricants; general purpose household cleaners; industrial cleaners; multipurpose cleaners; and parts wash solutions. USDA also is establishing a minimum biobased content for each of these items. This rule is effective November 27, 2009. POC is Ron Buckhalt, USDA, Office of Procurement and Property Management, 342 Reporters Building, 300 7th St. SW., Washington, DC 20024; e-mail: biopreferred@usda.gov; phone (202) 205-4008 (Federal Register: October 27, 2009 [Rules and Regulations, Page 55089-55094).

The revision changes a date in the text of the regulation (Federal Register: October 22, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 54489).

Issued by EPA on October 9, 2009, this interim policy establishes a process by which pesticide retailers and distributors can, under certain circumstances, repair minor damage to pesticide containers. The interim policy has very specific requirements, including an application and review process to ensure the integrity of the label, the product, and the container of the repaired products.

These are changes in response to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit remand and also satisfies the CAA Section 129(a)(5) requirement to conduct a review of the standards every 5 yr. The amendments to 40 CFR 60.32e, 60.33e, 60.36e, 60.37e, 60.38e, 60.39e, Table 1A and 1B to subpart Ce, and Tables 2A and 2B to subpart Ce are effective as of December 7, 2009. The amendments to 40 CFR 60.17, 60.50c, 60.51c, 60.52c, 60.55c, 60.56c, 60.57c, 60.58c, and Tables 1A and 1B to subpart Ec are effective as of April 6, 2010. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of April 6, 2010. POC is Mr. Ketan D. Patel, Natural Resources and Commerce Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (E143-03), Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711; telephone number: (919) 541-9736; fax number: (919) 541-3470; e-mail address: patel.ketan@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 6, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 51367-51415).

EPA is revising the regulations governing State and Federal operating permit programs required by title V of the Clean Air Act (CAA or the Act) to promote flexible air permitting (FAP) approaches that provide greater operational flexibility and, at the same time, ensure environmental protection and compliance with applicable laws. This final rule is effective on November 5, 2009. POC is Michael Trutna, Air Quality Policy Division (C504-01), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone (919) 541-5345; fax number (919) 541-4028; or electronic mail at trutna.mike@epa.gov. (Federal Register: October 6, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 51417-51440).

The final NPDES general permits for PWTF discharges to certain waters of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the State of New Hampshire. These General Permits replace the previous PWTF GP, which expired on November 15, 2005. The final PWTF GP establishes Notice of Intent (NOI) requirements, effluent limitations, standards, prohibitions, and management practices for facilities with discharges from potable water treatment facilities. The general permits are effective on the date of signature and will expire at midnight, 5 yr from the last day of the month preceding the effective date. POC is Damien Houlihan at Houlihan.Damien@epa.gov or (617) 918-1586. (Federal Register: October 2, 2009 [Notices], Page 50964-50965).

This is an expansion of the list of acceptable substitutes for ozone-depleting substances under the U.S. EPA's (EPA) SNAP program. The determinations concern new substitutes for use in the refrigeration and air conditioning and foam blowing sectors. This determination is effective on September 30, 2009. POC is Margaret Sheppard by telephone at (202) 343-9163, by facsimile at (202) 343-2338, by e-mail at sheppard.margaret@epa.gov, or by mail at U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Mail Code 6205J, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460 (Federal Register: September 30, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 50129-50137).

The final national recommended water quality criteria for the protection of aquatic life for acrolein is now available. Draft national recommended water quality criteria for acrolein were published for scientific views from the public on December 17, 2008 at 73 FR 76644. These final criteria are based on EPA's Guidelines for Deriving Numerical National Water Quality Criteria for the Protection of Aquatic Organisms and Their Uses (1985), (EPA/R-85-100). EPA's recommended section 304(a) water quality criteria provide guidance to States and authorized Tribes in adopting water quality standards for protecting aquatic life and human health and provide guidance to EPA for promulgating Federal regulations under CWA section 303(c), when such action is necessary. POC is Dr. Frank Gostomski, Health and Ecological Criteria Division (4304T), U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; (202) 566-1105; email: gostomski.frank@epa.gov (Federal Register: September 10, 2009 [Notices], Page 46587-46588).

OSHA is issuing this final rule to revise the PPE sections of its general industry, shipyard employment, longshoring, and marine terminals standards regarding requirements for eye- and face-protective devices, head protection, and foot protection. OSHA is updating the references in its regulations to recognize more recent editions of the applicable national consensus standards. OSHA is also amending its provision that requires safety shoes to comply with a specific American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard, and a provision that requires filter lenses and plates in eye- protective equipment to meet a test for transmission of radiant energy specified by another ANSI standard. This final rule will become effective on October 9, 2009. The POC is Jennifer Ashley, Director, OSHA Office of Communications, Room N-3647, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20210; telephone: (202) 693-1999 (Federal Register: September 9, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 46350-46361).

EPA Region 4 is issuing the final NPDES general permit for stormwater discharges from new dischargers engaged in large and small construction activities on Indian Country Lands within Region 4. Existing dischargers who properly filed an NOI to be covered under the 2004 CGP continue to be authorized to discharge under that permit according to its terms. This 2009 CGP contains generally the same limits and conditions as the National CGP that was issued by other EPA regions and became effective on June 30, 2008. EPA Region 4 is issuing this CGP for a period not to exceed 2 years and will make the permit available to new construction activities and unpermitted ongoing activities only. The effective date of this permit is September 1, 2009 and will expire at midnight August 31, 2011. This effective date is necessary to provide dischargers with the immediate opportunity to comply with CWA requirements in light of the expiration of the 2004 CGP. POC is Alanna Conley, Water Protection Division, Stormwater and Nonpoint Source Section, EPA, Region 4, 61 Forsyth Street, SW., Atlanta, GA 30303; tel number: (404) 562-9443.

EPA has approved alternative testing methods for use in measuring the levels of contaminants in drinking water and determining compliance with national primary drinking water regulations. EPA has made six additional methods available for analyzing drinking water samples required by regulation. This action is effective 3 August 2009. POC is Patricia Snyder Fair, Technical Support Center, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MS 140), Environmental Protection Agency, 26 West Martin Luther King Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45268; telephone number: (513) 569-7937; e-mail address: fair.pat@epa.gov (Federal Register: August 3, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 38348-38358).

EPA has made two revisions to the final Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP) rule published April 22, 2008. First, this final rule requires accredited providers of renovator or dust sampling technician training to submit post-course notifications, including digital photographs of each successful trainee, to EPA. Second, this final rule removes the requirement for accredited lead-based paint activities training providers--those who provide inspector, risk assessor, project designer, and abatement supervisor and worker training--to submit to EPA a digital photograph of each successful trainee along with their post-course notifications. This final rule is effective July 15, 2009. POC is Colby Lintner, Regulatory Coordinator, Environmental Assistance Division(7408M), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (202) 554-1404; e-mail address: TSCA-Hotline@epa.gov (Federal Register: July 15, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 34257-34262).

EPA published a notice on April 30, 2009 concerning the applicability of Title XVI, section 1605 of the Recovery Act ("Buy American"), to loans and subgrants that would be made with approximately $40 million in Recovery Act funding the Agency will use to supplement Revolving Loan Fund capitalization grants previously awarded competitively under section 104(k)(3) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). If a non-governmental or tribal borrower or subgrantee uses RLF supplemental funds to remediate a public building or public work as defined by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, the Buy American provision of the Recovery Act will apply to that loan or subgrant. This action is effective July 2, 2009. POC is Debi Morey, U.S. EPA, Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response, Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization, (202) 566-2735 or the appropriate Brownfields Regional Contact (Federal Register: July 2, 2009 [Notices], Page 31732-31733).

EPA is finalizing amendments to the Renewable Fuel Standard program requirements. EPA is addressing the comments received on the portions of the direct final rule that were withdrawn and is finalizing those withdrawn provisions with minor clarifying changes. This final rule is effective on August 24, 2009. POC is Meg McCarthy, Compliance and Innovative Strategies Division, Office of Transportation and Air Quality (6406J), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., 20460; telephone number: (202) 343-9968; fax number: (202) 343-2802; e-mail address: mccarthy.meg@epa.gov (Federal Register: June 24, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 29948-29952).

EPA is making a minor correction to the Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule (DBPR) and minor, unrelated, editorial changes in references to analytical methods in the regulations. This final rule is effective on July 29, 2009. POC is Tom Grubbs, Standards and Risk Management Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, M/C 4607M, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number (202) 564-5262; e-mail address grubbs.thomas@epa.gov (Federal Register: June 29, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 30953-30959).

The EPA is amending the dates by which facilities must prepare or amend their SPCC Plans, and implement those Plans to November 10, 2010. The Agency is also establishing November 10, 2010 as the date for farms to prepare or amend their SPCC Plans, and implement those Plans. This final rule is effective June 19, 2009. POCs are Vanessa Principe at (202) 564-7913 (principe.vanessa@epa.gov) or Mark W. Howard at (202) 564-1964 (howard.markw@epa.gov), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: June 19, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 29136-29142).

This presidential memorandum, dated 12 June 2009, establishes the Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force in order to better meet our Nation's stewardship responsibilities for the oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes. This is a temporary task force with specific policy-making duties to be performed within a designated timeline.

The national recommended water quality criteria for the protection of human health for acrolein and phenol have been updated. These criteria are based on EPA's Methodology for Deriving Ambient Water Quality Criteria for the Protection of Human Health (2000), EPA-822-B-00-004 (2000 Human Health Methodology) and supercede criteria for these chemicals previously published by EPA. EPA's recommended section 304(a) water quality criteria are guidance to States and authorized Tribes in adopting water quality standards for protecting human health and provide guidance to EPA for promulgating Federal regulations under CWA section 303(c), when such action is necessary. POC is Heidi L. Bethel, Health and Ecological Criteria Division (4304T), U.S. EPA, Ariel Rios Building, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; (202) 566-2054; bethel.heidi@epa.gov (Federal Register: June 10, 2009 [Notices], Page 27535-27536).

EPA is taking final action on a rule that amends and delays the effective date for the rule addressing "aggregation" under the PSD and the nonattainment NSR programs. The "NSR Aggregation Amendments" were published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2009, and described when a source must combine nominally-separate physical changes and changes in the method of operation for the purpose of determining whether they are a single change resulting in a significant emissions increase. The effective date of FR Doc. E9-815, published in the FR on 15 Jan 2009 (74 FR 2376), and delayed on 13 Feb 2009 (74 FR 7284), is further delayed to 18 May 2010. POC is Mr. David J. Svendsgaard, Air Quality Policy Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (C504-03), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone (919) 541-2380, fax number (919) 541-5509, e-mail address: svendsgaard.dave@epa.gov (Federal Register: May 14, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 22693-22696).

This memorandum is addressed to the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Energy, and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. The memorandum establishes a Biofuels Interagency Working Group which will: 1. developing the Nation's first comprehensive biofuel market development program; 2. Coordinating infrastructure policies affecting the supply, secure transport, and distribution of biofuels; and 3. Identify new policy options to promote the environmental sustainability of biofuels feedstock production.

A correction to the regulations published on 1 July 2008 (Federal Register: May 8, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 21554).

Supplemental Funding for Brownfields RLF grantees provided under the April 10, 2009 notice will be subject to the Buy American provisions for activities defined as infrastructure by the Agency. This action is effective April 30, 2009. POC is Debi Morey, U.S. EPA, Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response, Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization, (202) 566-2735 or the appropriate Brownfields Regional Contact (Federal Register: April 30, 2009 [Notices], Page 19954-19956).

EPA is amending its regulations on the eligibility criteria for submitting a Form A Certification Statement in lieu of the more detailed Form R submitted by facilities subject to TRI reporting under section 313 of the EPCRA of 1986 and section 6607 of the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 (PPA). This action is being taken to comply with the "Omnibus Appropriations Act of 2009" enacted on March 11, 2009. This final rule is effective on April 27, 2009. POC is Cory J. Wagner, Toxics Release Inventory Program Division, Office of Information Analysis and Access (2844T), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-566-1555; fax number: 202-566-0741; e-mail: wagner.cory@epa.gov (Federal Register: April 27, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 19001-19006).

EPA is delaying the effective date of the final rule that amends the SPCC regulations promulgated in the Federal Register on 5 December 2008. The amendments will become effective on 14 January 2010. EPA additionally is requesting public comment on whether a further extension of the effective date may be warranted. Comments must be received on or before May 1, 2009. POCs are Vanessa E. Principe at 202-564-7913 (principe.vanessa@epa.gov), or Mark W. Howard at 202-564-1964 (howard.markw@epa.gov), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: April 1, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 14736-14738).

Promulgated by GSA, these regulations address issues such as how to obtain fuel-efficient vehicles, how to calculate the average fuel economy for Government motor vehicles, and monitoring compliance with fuel economy standards. This final rule is effective March 20, 2009. POC is Jim Vogelsinger, Office of Government wide Policy, Asset Management Policy (MTA), Washington, DC 20405, telephone (202) 501-1764. Please cite FMR Amendment 2009-02, FMR case 2006-102-1 (Federal Register: March 20, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 11870-11879).

EPA is issuing this final rule to revise the existing fees for EPA's Lead-based Paint Activities Regulations and establish fees for the Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule. This final rule is effective April 20, 2009. POC is Colby Lintner, Regulatory Coordinator, Environmental Assistance Division (7408M), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (202) 554-1404; e-mail address: TSCA-Hotline@epa.gov (Federal Register: March 20, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 11863-11870).

Without these amendments, owners/operators of new stationary combustion turbines burning biogas (landfill gas, digester gas, etc) containing relatively low amounts of sulfur-containing compounds will be required to install pretreatment facilities to remove the sulfur compounds prior to combustion or to install post combustion controls to lower sulfur dioxide emissions. It was not EPA's intent to require the use of either of these approaches, and the costs associated with either approach are substantially greater than the environmental benefit resulting from the decrease in SO2 emissions. This direct final rule is effective on May 19, 2009 without further notice, unless EPA receives relevant adverse comment by April 20, 2009. POC is Mr. Christian Fellner, Energy Strategies Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (D243-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone number (919) 541-4003, facsimile number (919) 541-5450, electronic mail (e-mail) address: fellner.christian@epa.gov (Federal Register: March 20, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 11858-11862).

he Vessel General Permit (VGP) was signed on December 18, 2008 and became effective on December 19, 2008. EPA is now deleting specific State section 401 certification conditions from Part 6 of the VGP for the state of New Jersey, Illinois, and California. Additionally, EPA has issued the VGP for Hawaii and Alaska. POCs are Ryan Albert at EPA Headquarters, Office of Water, Office of Wastewater Management, Mail Code 4203M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; or at tel. 202-564-0763; or Juhi Saxena at EPA Headquarters, Office of Water, Office of Wastewater Management, Mail Code 4203M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; or at tel. 202-564-0719; or e-mail: CommercialVesselPermit@epa.gov (Federal Register: March 11, 2009 [Notices], Page 10573-10574).

EPA is granting a specific exemption from requirements to petition the EPA inA order to import used ozone-depleting substances. The exemption would apply to entities that import spherical pressure vessels containing halon 1301 for aircraft fire extinguishing (``aircraft halon bottles'') for purposes of hydrostatic testing. This final rule reduces the administrative burden on entities that are importing aircraft halon bottles for the purpose of maintaining these bottles to meet commercial safety specifications and standards set forth in airworthiness directives of the Federal Aviation Administration. This action does not exempt entities that import bulk quantities of halon-1301 in containers that are being imported for other purposes. This final rule is effective on April 9, 2009. POC is Bella Maranion, Stratospheric Protection Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs, Office of Air and Radiation (6205J), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; phone number: (202) 343-9749; fax number: (202) 343-2362; e-mail address: maranion.bella@epa.gov (Federal Register: March 10, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 10182-10188).

This notice is for the final Multi-sector General Permit (MSGP) issuance for the states of Alaska and Idaho; for federal facilities in Washington; and for Indian Country in the states of Idaho, Oregon and Washington. This is effective on February 26, 2009. POC is Misha Vakoc, EPA Region 10, Office of Water and Watersheds at (206) 553-6650 or vakoc.misha@epa.gov (Federal Register: February 26, 2009 [Notices], Page 8789-8791).

As of February 6, 2009, discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel that had formerly been exempted from NPDES permitting by the regulation will be subject to the prohibition in CWA section 301(a) against the discharge of pollutants without a permit. POCs are Ryan Albert at EPA Headquarters, Office of Water, Office of Wastewater Management, Mail Code 4203M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; or at tel. 202-564-0763; or Juhi Saxena at EPA Headquarters, Office of Water, Office of Wastewater Management, Mail Code 4203M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; or at tel. 202-564-0719; or e-mail: CommercialVesselPermit@epa.gov (Federal Register: February 12, 2009 [Notices], Page 7042-7046).

This memorandum to the Secretary of Energy concerns the setting of standards and dates as required under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 (EPCA) and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). This memorandum requests that DOE move forward on developing these standards.

The first correction of these procedures expands the definition of "applicants" to include those who request EPA approvals. The second change clarifies that a categorical exclusion includes vacant land. The third change corrects the text to indicate that the number of extraordinary circumstances is ten. The last change expands Subpart C to apply to EPA approvals as well as permits and assistance grants. This rule is effective on April 6, 2009 without further notice, unless EPA receives adverse comment by March 6, 2009. POC is Robert Hargrove, Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, NEPA Compliance Division (MC 2252A), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 564-7157; fax number: (202) 564-0072; e-mail address: Hargrove.robert@epa.gov (Federal Register: February 4, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 5991-5994).

The new source performance standards (NSPS) for electric utility steam generating units and industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units have been amended. These amendments are to add compliance alternatives for owners and operators of certain affected sources, eliminate the opacity standard for facilities with a particulate matter (PM) limit of 0.030 lb/million British thermal units (MMBtu) or less that choose to voluntarily install and use PM continuous emission monitors (CEMS) to demonstrate compliance with that limit. This final rule is effective on January 28, 2009. POC is Mr. Christian Fellner, Energy Strategies Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (D243-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone number (919) 541-4003, FAX # (919) 541-5450, electronic mail (e-mail) address: fellner.christian@epa.gov (Federal Register: January 28, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 5071-5093).

Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (Councils) have agreed to adopt as final, without change, the interim rule published in the Federal Register at 72 FR 73215 on December 26, 2007. The interim rule amended the FAR to provide regulations for purchasing environmentally preferable products and services when acquiring personal computer products such as desktops, notebooks (also known as laptops), and monitors with use of EPEAT pursuant to the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and EO 13423. This is effective as of February 17, 2009. POC is Mr. William Clark, Procurement Analyst, at (202) 219-1813 for clarification of content. For information pertaining to status or publication schedules, contact the FAR Secretariat at (202) 501-4755.

Agreement In Principle In September 2008, the Total Coliform Rule/Distribution Systems Advisory Committee (Committee) signed an Agreement in Principle, making recommendations to the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency on revisions to the Total Coliform Rule and research/information needs to better inform distribution system issues. The purpose of this notice is to make available to the public the Agreement in Principle, which includes the full recommendations of the Committee. POC is Karl Anderson, Standards and Risk Management Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MC 4607M), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 564-2833; fax number: (202) 564-3767; e-mail address: anderson.karld@epa.gov (Federal Register: January 13, 2009 [Notices], Pages 1683-1684).

The final White Paper on Integrated Modeling for Integrated Environmental Decision Making (EPA 100/R-08/010, November 2008) is now available. Integrated modeling encompasses a broad range of approaches and configurations of models, data and assessment methods to describe and analyze complex environmental problems, often in a multimedia and multidisciplinary manner. This staff white paper recommends a commitment to a new direction in environmental modeling and decision making, one that adopts a systems thinking approach. POC is Dr. Noha Gaber, Council for Regulatory Environmental Modeling, Office of the Science Advisor, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Mail Code: 8105R, Washington, DC 20460; by telephone/voice mail at (202) 564-2179; Fax: (202) 564-2070; or via e-mail at gaber.noha@epa.gov (Federal Register: January 12, 2009 [Notices], Page 1215-1216).

This action revises EPA's definition of VOCs in relation to preparing state implementation plans (SIPs) to attain the national ambient air quality standard for ozone. This revision adds the compounds propylene carbonate and dimethyl carbonate to the list of compounds which are excluded from the definition of VOC on the basis that these compounds make a negligible contribution to tropospheric ozone formation. This final rule is effective on February 20, 2009. POC is William L. Johnson, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Air Quality Policy Division, Mail code C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone (919) 541-5245.; fax number: 919-541-0824; e-mail address: Johnson.WilliamL@epa.gov (Federal Register: January 21, 2009 [Rules and Regulations], Page 3437-3441).

This Determination of Acceptability expands the list of acceptable substitutes for ozone-depleting substances under the U.S. EPA SNAP program. The determinations concern new substitutes for use in the refrigeration and air conditioning, fire suppression and explosion protection, and foam blowing sectors.This is effective January 2, 2009. POC is Margaret Sheppard by telephone at (202) 343-9163, by facsimile at (202) 343-2338, by e-mail at sheppard.margaret@epa.gov, or by mail at U.S. EPA, Mail Code 6205J, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460(Federal Register: January 2, 2009 [Rules and Regulations, Page 21-29).

On April 6, 2006, EPA proposed a voluntary alternative work practice for leak detection and repair using a newly developed technology, optical gas imaging. The alternative work practice is an alternative to the current leak detection and repair work practice, which is not being revised. The proposed alternative has been amended in this final rule to add a requirement to perform monitoring once per year using the current Method 21 leak detection instrument. This action revises the General Provisions to incorporate the final alternative work practice. This final action is effective on December 22, 2008. POC is Mr. David Markwordt, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Sector Policies and Programs Division, Coatings and Chemicals Group (E143-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711, telephone (919) 541-0837, facsimile (919)541-0246, e-mail markwordt.david@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 22, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 78199-78219).

This direct final rule amends the All Appropriate Inquiries Rule to reference ASTM International's E2247-08 "Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process for Forestland or Rural Property" and allow for its use to satisfy the statutory requirements for conducting all appropriate inquiries under CERCLA. This rule is effective on March 23, 2009, without further notice, unless EPA receives adverse comment by January 22, 2009. POC is Patricia Overmeyer, Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization (5105T), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460-0002, 202-566-2774, email overmeyer.patricia@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 23, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 78651-78655).

EPA is establishing a new category of excluded fuel that has its own set of conditions, some of which overlap with the comparable fuels exclusion. These newly excluded hazardous secondary materials are called "emission-comparable fuel" (ECF). ECF is a hazardous secondary material that, when generated, is handled in such a way that it is not discarded in any phase of management, but rather is handled as a valuable commodity. ECF meets all of the hazardous constituent specifications (over 160) for comparable fuel, with the exception of those for oxygenates and hydrocarbons (constituents which contribute energy value to the fuel). The rule specifies conditions on burning ECF which assure that emissions from industrial boilers burning ECF are comparable to emissions from industrial boilers burning fuel oil. The ECF exclusion also includes conditions for tanks and containers storing ECF to assure that discard does not occur. This final rule is effective January 20, 2009. POC is Mary Jackson, Hazardous Waste Minimization and Management Division, Office of Solid Waste, Mail code: 5302P, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (703) 308-8453; fax number: (703) 308-8433; e-mail address: jackson.mary@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 19, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 77953-78017).

EPA has designated, in accordance with 40 CFR Part 53, a new reference method for measuring mass concentrations of coarse particulate matter (PM10-2.5) in the ambient air. POC is Surender Kaushik, Human Exposure and Atmospheric Sciences Division (MD-D205-03), National Exposure Research Laboratory, U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711. Phone: (919) 541-5691, e-mail: Kaushik.Surender@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 18, 2008 [Notices], Page 77024-77025).

The 2008 Vessel General Permit (VGP) regulates discharges incidental to the normal operation of vessels operating in a capacity as a means of transportation. Due to a ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, vessel owners and operators who have previously been exempt from Clean Water Act requirements for the last 35 years will now require a permit starting Dec. 19. The ruling revoked 40 CFR 122.3(a)) which concerns the exclusion of discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel as of February 6, 2009. The VGP covers non-recreational vessels 79 ft in length or longer, such as cruise ships or oil and cargo tankers, but excludes fishing vessels of any length, unless they discharge ballast water. The VGP incorporates the Coast Guard's mandatory ballast water management and exchange standards, and provides technology-based and water-quality-based effluent limits for other types of discharges, including deck runoff from rain or cleaning, ballast water used to stabilize ships and "gray water" from showers, sinks and laundry machines. It also establishes specific corrective actions, inspections and monitoring, recordkeeping and reporting requirements. The Vessels Electronic Notice of Intent (eNOI) system will be available in late Spring 2009. No vessel owner/operator is required to submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) until June 19, 2009. more info...

EPA is making technical changes in 40 CFR 150 – 180. These technical changes will correct errors and cross-references, improve presentation and format, and conform the regulations to current CFR practice. These changes have no substantive impact on any requirements. This final rule is effective February 10, 2009. POC is Kathryn Boyle, Field and External Affairs Division (7506P), Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (703) 305-6304; fax number: (703) 305-5884; e-mail address: boyle.kathryn@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 12, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 75592-75600).

EPA is taking final action to repeal expired, and therefore, obsolete regulatory provisions regarding interim ocean dumping sites, interim ocean dumping permits, and interim ocean dumping criteria. Repeal of all reference to "interim" provisions is necessary based on legislation enacted since promulgation of the reference, EPA action since promulgation of the reference, or the passage of a date specified in a definition of the reference. This action does not make any substantive changes to EPA's ocean dumping regulations. This is a housekeeping measure intended only to eliminate confusion by repealing obsolete regulatory text. This rule is effective on January 9, 2009. POC is David Redford, Oceans and Coastal Protection Division, Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds, 4504T, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-566-1288; fax number: 202-566-1546; e-mail address: redford.david@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 10, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 74983-74987).

This document makes a correction to the Preamble of the final rule amending the Oil Pollution Prevention regulation published on November 26, 2008 (73 FR 71941). POC is Hugo Paul Fleischman of EPA at 202-564-1968, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington DC 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: December 11, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 75346-75347).

This manual, dated October 2008, provides information to assist States in conducting sanitarysurveys of public water systems subject to the requirements of the Ground Water Rule. The USEPA believes that a comprehensive sanitary survey is an important part of helping water systems protect public health.

The SPCC rule is being amended in order to provide increased clarity, to tailor requirements to particular industry sectors, and to streamline certain requirements for those facility owners or operators subject to the rule, which should result in greater protection to human health and the environment. This final rule is effective February 3, 2009. POCs are Vanessa E. Rodriguez at 202-564-7913 (rodriguez.vanessa@epa.gov), or Mark W. Howard at 202-564-1964 (howard.markw@epa.gov), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC, 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: December 5, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 74235-74323).

The rule provides a flexible and protective set of regulations that address the specific nature of hazardous waste generation and accumulation in laboratories at colleges and universities, as well as other eligible academic entities formally affiliated with colleges and universities. This final rule is optional and colleges and universities and other eligible academic entities formally affiliated with a college or university have the choice of managing their hazardous wastes in accordance with the new alternative regulations as set forth in this final regulation or remaining subject to the existing generator regulations. This final rule is effective December 31, 2008. POC is Kristin Fitzgerald, Office of Solid Waste, (703) 308-8286, Fitzgerald.Kristin@epa.gov (Federal Register: December 1, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 72911-72960).

These revisions are in response to court order vacating regulatory definition of navigable waters. The definitions for the term "navigable waters" is revised. This rule is effective November 26, 2008. POC is Hugo Fleischman of EPA at 202-564-1968 (ifleischman.hugo@epa.gov), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460-0002, Mail Code 5104A (Federal Register: November 26, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 71941-71944).

The EPA Docket contains information reported to EPA by Federal facilities that manage hazardous waste or from which a reportable quantity of hazardous substances has been released. The Docket is used to identify Federal facilities that should be evaluated to determine if they pose a threat to public health or welfare and the environment and to provide a mechanism to make this information available to the public. 33 Federal facilities are being added to the Docket, including facilities in USDA, DOI, DHS, USACE, Navy, Air Force, Army, VA, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, and DOJ. 53 Federal facilities are being deleted from the Docket., including facilities in DOJ, DHHS, DOI, USDA, Army, Air Force, DLA, Navy, USACE, Federal Reserve, GSA, EPA, USPS, and DHS (Federal Register: November 25, 2008 [Notices], Page 71644-71653).

This revision is in response to the order issued by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in Waterkeeper Alliance et al. v. EPA, 399 F.3d 486 (2d Cir. 2005). This final rule responds to the court order while furthering the statutory goal of restoring and maintaining the nation's water quality by ensuring that CAFOs properly manage manure generated by their operations (Federal Register: November 20, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 70417-70486).

This final action includes minor revisions to the Emergency Planning Notification, Emergency Release Notification and Hazardous Chemical Reporting regulations, codifying statutory requirements, and clarifying certain interpretations and policy statements that EPA has provided to the regulated community. This final rule is effective on December 3, 2008. POC is Sicy Jacob, Office of Emergency Management, Mail Code 5104A, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20004; telephone number: (202) 564-8019; fax number: (202) 564-2620; e-mail address: jacob.sicy@epa.gov (Federal Register: November 3, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 65451-65484).

EPA is publishing a final rule that revises the definition of solid waste to exclude certain hazardous secondary materials from regulation under Subtitle C of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The purpose of this final rule is to encourage safe, environmentally sound recycling and resource conservation and to respond to several court decisions concerning the definition of solid waste. This final rule is effective on December 29, 2008. POC is Marilyn Goode, Office of Solid Waste, Hazardous Waste Identification Division, MC 5304P, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460, (703) 308-8800 (goode.marilyn@epa.gov) (Federal Register: October 30, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 64667-64788).

On October 12, 2005, EPA promulgated NESHAP for new and existing sources at hazardous waste combustion facilities. Subsequently, the EPA received four petitions for reconsideration of the final rule. EPA granted reconsideration with respect to eight issues raised by the petitions and EPA re-opened the rule to consider comments relating to a post-promulgation decision of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. As a result of this reconsideration process, EPA is revising the new source standard for particulate matter for cement kilns and for incinerators that burn hazardous waste. EPA is also making amendments to the particulate matter detection system provisions and revisions to the health-based compliance alternative for total chlorine of the final rule. The final rule is effective on October 28, 2008. POC is Frank Behan at (703) 308-8476, or behan.frank@epa.gov, Office of Solid Waste (MC: 5302P), U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460 (Federal Register: October 28, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 64067-64097).

EPA is amending the pesticide container and containment regulations, which provide for the safe storage and disposal of pesticides as a means of protecting human health and the environment pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). This final rule is effective December 29, 2008. POC is Jeanne Kasai, Field and External Affairs Division (FEAD) (7506P), Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (703) 308-3240; fax number: (703) 308-2962; e-mail address: kasai.jeanne@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 29, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 64215-64228).

The final Guidance for Conducting Prospective Ground-Water (PGW) Monitoring Studies is now available and EPA's response to public comments on the development of the final PGW monitoring studies guidance. This PGW monitoring study, which is required on a case-by-case basis, is conducted in a controlled setting and provides EPA with data for evaluating the impact of legal pesticide use on ground-water quality. The PGW guidance document describes how to conduct a PGW monitoring study, milestones for consulting with EPA, and how to report results to EPA. POC is Betsy Behl, Environmental Fate and Effects Division (7507P), Office of Pesticide Programs, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (703) 305-6128; fax number: (703) 305-6309; e-mail address: behl.betsy@epa.gov (Federal Register: October 15, 2008 [Notices], Page 61115-61117)

EPA Regions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 9, and 10 today are finalizing EPA's NPDES general permit for stormwater discharges from industrial activity, also referred to as the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP). The MSGP consists of thirty four (34) separate Regional EPA permits that may vary from each other based on State or Tribal water quality-based requirements. This permit replaces the existing permits that expired on October 30, 2005. As with the earlier permits, this permit authorizes the discharge of stormwater associated with industrial activities in accordance with the terms and conditions described therein. Industrial dischargers have the choice to seek coverage under an individual permit. This permit is effective September 29, 2008. POC is Greg Schaner, EPA Headquarters, Office of Water, Office of Wastewater Management at tel.: 202-564-0721, or send questions via e-mail to EPA's stormwater permit mailbox: SWpermit@epa.gov (Federal Register: September 29, 2008 [Notices], Page 56572-56578).

EPA is requesting comments on its Interim Approach to Applying the Audit Policy to New Owners. [NOTE: EPA's 4/11/00 policy "Incentives for Self-Policing: Discovery, Disclosure, Correction and Prevention of Violations," is commonly referred to as the "Audit Policy"] This document describes how EPA will apply its Audit Policy to new owners of regulated facilities. EPA will offer certain incentives specifically tailored to new owners that want to make a "clean start" at their newly acquired facilities by addressing environmental noncompliance that began prior to acquisition. This is designed to motivate new owners to audit newly acquired facilities and use the Audit Policy to disclose, correct, and prevent the recurrence of violations. The Interim Approach is effective upon publication of this Notice. Comments must be received by EPA no later than October 30, 2008. POC is Caroline Makepeace of EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, Office of Civil Enforcement, Special Litigation and Projects Division via email: makepeace.caroline@epa.gov or phone: (202) 564-6012 (Federal Register: August 1, 2008 [Notices], Page 44991-45006).

EPA announced its final determinations for 11 contaminants listed on the second contaminant candidate list (CCL). EPA had sufficient health and occurrence information to make determinations on these contaminants. Based on the analysis of available information, EPA has determined not to regulate boron; the dacthal mono- and di-acid degradates; 1,1-dichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethylene (DDE); 1,3-dichloropropene (Telone); 2,4-dinitrotoluene; 2,6-dinitrotoluene; s-ethyl dipropylthiocarbamate (EPTC); fonofos; terbacil; or 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethane.

EPA published proposed and direct final rule amendments on April 23, 2008, of the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for organic liquids distribution (non-gasoline), which EPA promulgated on February 3, 2004, and amended on July 28, 2006. Because adverse comments were received on two of the April 23, 2008, proposed and direct final rule amendments, EPA is withdrawing the two corresponding regulatory amendments in the direct final rule before they become effective on July 22, 2008. EPA withdraws the direct final rule revision for 40 CFR 63.2358(b)(1) and (c)(1), and Table 10 to Subpart EEEE entries 4. and 6., published on April 23, 2008. POC is Mr. Stephen Shedd, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Sector Policies and Programs Division, Coatings and Chemicals Group (E143-01), EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone: (919) 541-5397, facsimile number: (919) 685-3195, e-mail address: shedd.steve@epa.gov (Federal Register: July 17, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 40977-40982].

EPA Regions 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 on 7/14/2008 are issuing their 2008 NPDES general permits