[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 132 (Tuesday, July 12, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 41256-41258]
[FR Doc No: 2022-14390]

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

40 CFR Part 52

[EPA-R10-OAR-2021-0393; FRL-9756-02-R10]

Air Plan Approval; OR; Vehicle Inspection Program and Medford-
Ashland PM10 Maintenance Plan Technical Correction

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving
revisions to the Oregon state implementation plan (SIP) submitted by
the State of Oregon (Oregon) on December 9, 2020 and December 22, 2021.
The revisions update the SIP-approved vehicle inspection program for
the Portland and Medford areas. The EPA is approving the SIP submittal
as consistent with Clean Air Act (Act or CAA) requirements.
Additionally, the EPA is making a technical correction to the Medford-
Ashland particulate matter (PM10) maintenance plan that
incorrectly identified a street-sweeping commitment as a transportation
control measure (TCM).

DATES: This action is effective on August 11, 2022.

ADDRESSES: The EPA has established a docket for this action under
Docket ID No. EPA-R10-OAR-2021-0393. All documents in the docket are
listed on the https://www.regulations.gov website. Although listed in
the index, some information is not publicly available, e.g., CBI or
other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Certain
other material, such as copyrighted material, is not placed on the
internet and will be publicly available only in hard copy form.
Publicly available docket materials are available through https://www.regulations.gov, or please contact the person identified in the FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section for additional availability
information.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Claudia Vaupel,<PHONE_NUMBER>,
[email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Throughout this document whenever ``we,''
``us,'' or ``our'' is used, it is intended to refer to the EPA.

I. Background

    On May 11, 2022, EPA proposed to approve Oregon's SIP revision for
the vehicle inspection program (VIP) in the Portland and Medford areas
(87 FR 28783). The SIP revision updates the rules to improve clarity,
add requirements for the onboard diagnostics system, and remove
references to the enhanced dynamometer test that is no longer required
as of January 1, 2007.\1\ EPA also proposed to correct the nomenclature
used to describe the street sweeping commitment in the Medford-Ashland
SIP as a TCM. EPA clarified that the street sweeping commitment is not
a TCM, within the meaning of 40 CFR 93.101, and further clarified that
Oregon is not obliged to treat the street sweeping commitment in its
SIP as a TCM. An explanation of the CAA requirements, a detailed
analysis of the submittal, and the EPA's reasons for approval were
provided in the notice of proposed rulemaking. The public comment
period for this proposed rulemaking closed on June 10, 2022. The EPA
received no comments during the public comment period.
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    \1\ The EPA approved phasing out the enhanced test on December
19, 2011. (See 76 FR 78571).
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II. Final Action

    The EPA is approving the SIP revision submitted by Oregon on
December 9, 2020 and December 22, 2021. We are approving the following
rule amendments (state effective November 19, 2020): OAR<PHONE_NUMBER>,
-0100, -0130, -0200, -0300, -0310, -0330, -0340, -0355, -0356, -0370, -
0380, -0390, -0400, -0420, -0440, -0450, -0465, -0470, -0350 (repeal),
-0410 (repeal), -0460 (repeal). The EPA is also correcting the
nomenclature in the Medford-Ashland PM10 maintenance plan
used to describe the street sweeping control measure as a TCM.

III. Incorporation by Reference

    In this document, the EPA is finalizing regulatory text that
includes incorporation by reference. In accordance with requirements of
1 CFR 51.5, the EPA is finalizing the incorporation by reference of
certain provisions and removing certain provisions from incorporation
by reference, as described in sections I and II of this preamble. The
EPA has made, and will continue to make, these materials generally
available through www.regulations.gov and at the EPA Region 10 Office
(please contact the person identified in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
CONTACT section of this preamble for more information). Therefore,
these materials have been approved by EPA for inclusion in the State
implementation plan, have been incorporated by reference by EPA into
that plan, are fully federally enforceable

under sections 110 and 113 of the CAA as of the effective date of the
final rulemaking of EPA's approval, and will be incorporated by
reference in the next update to the SIP compilation.

IV. Statutory and Executive Order Reviews

    Under the Clean Air Act, the Administrator is required to approve a
SIP submission that complies with the provisions of the Clean Air Act
and applicable Federal regulations. 42 U.S.C. 7410(k); 40 CFR 52.02(a).
Thus, in reviewing SIP submissions, the EPA's role is to approve State
choices, provided that they meet the criteria of the Clean Air Act.
Accordingly, this action merely approves State law as meeting Federal
requirements and does not impose additional requirements beyond those
imposed by State law. For that reason, this action:
     Does not impose an information collection burden under the
provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.);
     Is certified as not having a significant economic impact
on a substantial number of small entities under the Regulatory
Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.);
     Does not contain any unfunded mandate or significantly or
uniquely affect small governments, as described in the Unfunded
Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-4);
     Does not have federalism implications as specified in
Executive Order 13132 (64 FR 43255, August 10, 1999);
     Is not an economically significant regulatory action based
on health or safety risks subject to Executive Order 13045 (62 FR
19885, April 23, 1997);
     Is not a significant regulatory action subject to
Executive Order 13211 (66 FR 28355, May 22, 2001);
     Is not subject to requirements of section 12(d) of the
National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 (15 U.S.C. 272
note) because application of those requirements would be inconsistent
with the Clean Air Act; and
     Does not provide the EPA with the discretionary authority
to address, as appropriate, disproportionate human health or
environmental effects, using practicable and legally permissible
methods, under Executive Order 12898 (59 FR 7629, February 16, 1994).
    The SIP is not approved to apply on any Indian reservation land or
in any other area where the EPA or an Indian tribe has demonstrated
that a tribe has jurisdiction. In those areas of Indian country, the
rule does not have tribal implications and it will not impose
substantial direct costs on tribal governments or preempt tribal law as
specified by Executive Order 13175 (65 FR 67249, November 9, 2000).
    This action is subject to the CRA, and the EPA will submit a rule
report to each House of the Congress and to the Comptroller General of
the United States. This action is not a ``major rule'' as defined by 5
U.S.C. 804(2).
    Under section 307(b)(1) of the Clean Air Act, petitions for
judicial review of this action must be filed in the United States Court
of Appeals for the appropriate circuit by September 12, 2022. Filing a
petition for reconsideration by the Administrator of this final rule
does not affect the finality of this action for the purposes of
judicial review nor does it extend the time within which a petition for
judicial review may be filed, and shall not postpone the effectiveness
of such rule or action. This action may not be challenged later in
proceedings to enforce its requirements. (See section 307(b)(2)).

List of Subjects in 40 CFR Part 52

    Environmental protection, Air pollution control, Incorporation by
reference, Intergovernmental relations, Lead, Nitrogen dioxide, Ozone,
Particulate matter, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Sulfur
oxides, Volatile organic compounds.

    Dated: June 30, 2022.
Casey Sixkiller,
Regional Administrator, Region 10.
    For the reasons set forth in the preamble, 40 CFR part 52 is
amended as follows:

PART 52--APPROVAL AND PROMULGATION OF IMPLEMENTATION PLANS

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1. The authority citation for part 52 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.

Subpart MM--Oregon

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2. In Sec.  52.1970, amend Table 2 in paragraph (c) by revising the
entries for ``256-0010'', ``256-0130'', and ``256-200'' and under the
heading ``Emission Control System Inspection'' entries ``256-0300''
through ``256-0470'' to read as follows:

Sec.  52.1970   Identification of plan.

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    (c) * * *

                           Table 2--EPA Approved Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) \1\
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                                                      State
     State citation           Title/subject      effective date    EPA approval date          Explanations
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   Division 256--Motor
        Vehicles
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256-0010................  Definitions..........      11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                                                                  Federal Register
                                                                  citation].
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                                                Visible Emissions
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256-0130................  Motor Vehicle Fleet        11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Operation.                             Federal Register
                                                                  citation].
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                                   Certification of Pollution Control Systems
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256-0200................  County Designations..      11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                                                                  Federal Register
                                                                  citation].
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                                       Emission Control System Inspection
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256-0300................  Scope................      11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                                                                  Federal Register
                                                                  citation].
256-0310................  Government-Owned           11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Vehicle, Permanent                     Federal Register
                           Fleet Vehicle and                      citation].
                           United States
                           Government Vehicle
                           Testing Requirements.
256-0330................  Department of Defense      11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Personnel                              Federal Register
                           Participating in the                   citation].
                           Privately Owned
                           Vehicle Import
                           Control Program.
256-0340................  Light Duty Motor           11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Vehicle and Heavy                      Federal Register
                           Duty Gasoline Motor                    citation].
                           Vehicle Emission
                           Control Test Method
                           for Basic Program.
256-0355................  Emissions Control          11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Test Method for OBD                    Federal Register
                           Test Program.                          citation].
256-0356................  Emissions Control          11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert     ........................
                           Test Method for On-                    Federal Register
                           Site Vehicle Testing                   citation]..
                           for Automobile
                           Dealerships.
256-0370................  Renewal of                 11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Registration for                       Federal Register
                           Light Duty Motor                       citation].
                           Vehicles and Heavy
                           Duty Gasoline Motor
                           Vehicles Temporarily
                           Operating Outside of
                           Oregon.
256-0380................  Light Duty Motor           11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Vehicle Emission                       Federal Register
                           Control Test                           citation].
                           Criteria for Basic
                           Program.
256-0390................  Heavy Duty Gasoline        11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Motor Vehicle                          Federal Register
                           Emission Control                       citation].
                           Test Criteria.
256-0400................  Light Duty Motor           11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Vehicle Emission                       Federal Register
                           Control Standards                      citation].
                           for Basic Program.
256-0420................  Heavy-Duty Gasoline        11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Motor Vehicle                          Federal Register
                           Emission Control                       citation].
                           Standards.
256-0440................  Criteria for               11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Qualifications of                      Federal Register
                           Persons Eligible to                    citation].
                           Inspect Motor
                           Vehicles and Motor
                           Vehicle Pollution
                           Control Systems and
                           Execute Certificates.
256-0450................  Gas Analytical System      11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Licensing Criteria                     Federal Register
                           for Basic Program.                     citation].
256-0465................  Test Equipment             11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Licensing Criteria                     Federal Register
                           for OBD Test Program.                  citation].
256-0470................  Agreement With             11/19/2020  7/12/2022, [Insert
                           Independent                            Federal Register
                           Contractor;                            citation].
                           Qualifications of
                           Contractor;
                           Agreement Provisions.

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\1\ The EPA approves the requirements in Table 2 of this paragraph (c) only to the extent they apply to (1)
  pollutants for which NAAQS have been established (criteria pollutants) and precursors to those criteria
  pollutants as determined by the EPA for the applicable geographic area; and (2) any additional pollutants that
  are required to be regulated under Part C of Title I of the CAA, but only for the purposes of meeting or
  avoiding the requirements of Part C of Title I of the CAA.

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[Federal Register: October 17, 2005 (Volume 70, Number 199)]
[Notices]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. RP05-630-001]

North Baja Pipeline, LLC; Notice of Compliance Filing

October 6, 2005.
    Take notice that, on September 28, 2005, North Baja Pipeline, LLC
(NBP) submitted a compliance filing pursuant to the Commission's Letter
Order issued September 19, 2005, in this proceeding.
    NBP states that copies of the filing were served on parties on the
official service list.
    Any person desiring to protest this filing must file in accordance
with Rule 211 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18
CFR 385.211). Protests to this filing will be considered by the
Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will
not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Such protests
must be filed in accordance with the provisions of Section 154.210 of
the Commission's regulations (18 CFR 154.210). Anyone filing a protest
must serve a copy of that document on all the parties to the
proceeding.
    The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests in lieu
of paper using the ``eFiling'' link at http://www.ferc.gov. Persons

unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies
of the protest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First
Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426.
    This filing is accessible on-line at http://www.ferc.gov, using the

``eLibrary'' link and is available for review in the Commission's
Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an ``eSubscription''
link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail
notification when a document is added to a subscribed docket(s). For
assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or call<PHONE_NUMBER> (toll free). For

TTY, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

Magalie R. Salas,
Secretary.
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44763 Federal Register / Vol. 68, No. 146 / Wednesday, July 30, 2003 / Notices OPP   2003   0258. The official public docket consists of the documents specifically referenced in this action, any public comments received, and other information related to this action. Although a part of the official docket, the public docket does not include Confidential Business Information ( CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. The official public docket is the collection of materials that is available for public viewing at the Public Information and Records Integrity Branch ( PIRIB), Rm. 119, Crystal Mall # 2, 1921 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Arlington, VA. This docket facility is open from 8: 30 a. m. to 4 p. m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The docket telephone number is ( 703) 305   5805. 2. Electronic access. You may access this Federal Register document electronically through the EPA Internet under the `` Federal Register'' listings at http:// www. epa. gov/ fedrgstr/. An electronic version of the public docket is available through EPA's electronic public docket and comment system, EPA Dockets. You may use EPA Dockets at http:// www. epa. gov/ edocket/ to submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the official public docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Although not all docket materials may be available electronically, you may still access any of the publicly available docket materials through the docket facility identified in Unit I. B. 1. Once in the system, select `` search,'' then key in the appropriate docket ID number.

II. Contractor Requirements Under contract number 68   W   03   039, the contractor will perform the following: The purpose of this contract is to support EPA and Agency position documents, reviews, and scientific technical assessments of potential hazards and risks of pesticides to human health and the environment. The contractor shall create Data Evaluation Reports which involve converting the studies supplied into a format specified by the program office and shall include secondary and Quality Assurance contractor reviews as specified:   Review and evaluation of biopesticide, mammalian, non target organisms toxicity, environmental fate, and product chemistry data.   Review of confidential statement of formulations, manufacturing process, and labels   Statements for compliance with United States Department of Agriculture National Organic Program Standards.   Preliminary risk assessment for biopesticides.

  General assistance biopesticide registration package review. This contract involves no subcontractors. EPA has determined that the contract described in this document involve work that is being conducted in connection with FIFRA, in that pesticide chemicals will be the subject of certain evaluations to be made under this contract. These evaluations may be used in subsequent regulatory decisions under FIFRA. Some of this information may be entitled to confidential treatment. The information has been submitted to EPA under sections 3, 4, 6, and 7 of FIFRA and under sections 408 and 409 of FFDCA. In accordance with the requirements of 40 CFR 2.307( h)( 3), the contracts with Tetrahedron, Inc., prohibits use of the information for any purpose not specified in these contracts; prohibits disclosure of the information to a third party without prior written approval from the Agency; and requires that each official and employee of the contractor sign an agreement to protect the information from unauthorized release and to handle it in accordance with the FIFRA Information Security Manual. In addition, Tetrahedron, Inc. is required to submit for EPA approval a security plan under which any CBI will be secured and protected against unauthorized release or compromise. No information will be provided to Tetrahedron, Inc. until the requirements in this document have been fully satisfied. Records of information provided to Tetrahedron, Inc. will be maintained by EPA Project Officers for these contracts. All information supplied to Tetrahedron, Inc. by EPA for use in connection with these contracts will be returned to EPA when Tetrahedron, Inc. has completed its work.

List of Subjects Environmental protection, Business and industry, Government contracts, Government property, Security measures.

Dated: July 21, 2003.

Arnold E. Layne,

Director, Information Resources and Services Division, Office of Pesticide Programs. [ FR Doc. 03   19358 Filed 7   29   03; 8: 45 am]

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Endocrine Disruptor Methods Validation Subcommittee under the National Advisory Council for Environmental Policy and Technology; Notice of Public Meeting AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA). ACTION: Notice of public meeting.

SUMMARY: There will be a meeting of the Endocrine Disruptor Methods Validation Subcommittee ( EDMVS), a Subcommittee under the National Advisory Council for Environmental Policy and Technology ( NACEPT), on August 18   20, 2003. This meeting, as with all EDMVS meetings, is open to the public. Seating is on a first come basis. DATES: The meeting will be held on Monday, August 18, 2003, from 1: 30 p. m. to 5: 45 p. m.; Tuesday, August 19, 2003, from 7: 45 a. m. to 2: 30 p. m.; and Wednesday, August 20, 2003, from 8 a. m. to 2: 45 p. m. mountain daylight time. Individuals requiring special accommodations at the meeting, including wheelchair access, should contact Jane Smith at the address listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT at least 5 business days prior to the meeting, so appropriate arrangements can be made. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at The Table Mountain Inn, 1310 Washington, Ave., Golden, CO 80401. Requests and comments may be submitted electronically, by telephone, fax, or through hand delivery/ courier. Follow the detailed instructions as provided in Unit I. C. of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jane Smith, Designated Federal Official for the EDMVS, Exposure Assessment Coordination and Policy Division ( 7203M), Office of Science Coordination and Policy, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460   0001; telephone number: ( 202) 564   8476; fax number: ( 202) 564   8483; or e mail address: smith. jane scott@ epa. gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. General Information A. Does this Notice Apply to Me?

This action is directed to the public in general. This action may, however, be of interest if you produce, manufacture, use, consume, work with or import pesticide chemicals and other VerDate jul< 14> 2003 16: 40 Jul 29, 2003 Jkt 200001 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\ FR\ FM\ 30JYN1. SGM 30JYN1 RECEIVED OPPT NCIC 2003 July30 7: 48AM OPPT 2003 0027 0001 44764 Federal Register / Vol. 68, No. 146 / Wednesday, July 30, 2003 / Notices substances. To determine whether you or your business may have an interest in this notice you should carefully examine section 408( p) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act ( FFDCA), as amended by the Food Quality Protection Act ( FQPA) of 1996 ( Public Law 104   170), 21 U. S. C. 346a( p) and amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act ( SDWA) ( Public Law 104   182), 42 U. S. C. 300j   17. Since other entities may also be interested, the Agency has not attempted to describe all the specific entities that may be interested in this action. If you have any questions regarding this action, consult the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

B. How Can I Get Additional Information, Including Copies of this Document or Other Related Documents? 1. Docket. EPA has established an official public docket for this action under docket identification ( ID) number OPPT   2003   0027. The official public docket consists of the documents specifically referenced in this action, any public comments received, and other related information. Although a part of the official docket, the public docket does not include Confidential Business Information ( CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. The official public docket is the collection of materials that are available for public viewing at the EPA Docket Center, Rm. B102 Reading Room, EPA West, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA Docket Center is open from 8: 30 a. m. to 4: 30 p. m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The EPA Docket Center Reading Room telephone number is ( 202) 566   1744 and the telephone number for the OPPT Docket, which is located in EPA Docket Center, is ( 202) 566   0282. 2. Electronic access. A meeting agenda, a list of EDMVS members and information from previous meetings are available electronically, from the EPA Internet Home Page at http:// www. epa. gov/ scipoly/ oscpendo/ edmvs. htm. You may also go directly to the `` Federal Register'' listings at http:/ / www. epa. gov/ fedrgstr/. An electronic version of the public docket is available through EPA's electronic docket and comment system, EPA Dockets. You may use EPA Dockets at http:// www. epa. gov/ edocket to view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the official public docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select `` search,'' then key in docket ID number OPPT   2003   0027. Although not all docket materials may be available electronically, you may still access any of the publicly available docket materials through the docket facility identified in Unit I. B. I.

C. How Can I Request to Participate in the Meeting?

You may submit a request to participate in the meeting through electronic mail, telephone, fax, or in person. EPA would normally accept requests by mail, but in this time of delays in delivery of government mail due to health and security concerns, EPA cannot assure your request would arrive in a timely manner. Do not submit any information in your request that is considered CBI. Your request must be received by EPA on or before August 12, 2003. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, it is imperative that you identify docket ID number OPPT   2003   0027 in the subject line on the first page of your request. 1. Electronically. You may submit your request to participate electronically. Do not submit any information electronically that you consider to be CBI. Use WordPerfect 6.1/ 8.0 or ASCII file format and avoid the use of special characters and any form of encryption. i. EPA Docket. You may use EPA's electronic public docket to submit a request to participate in this meeting. Go to EPA Dockets at http:// epa. gov/ edocket, and follow the online instructions for submitting materials. Once in the system, select `` search,'' and then key in docket ID number OPPT   2003   0027. ii. E mail. Request to participate may be sent by e mail to the person listed in FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT, or directly to the docket at oppt. ncic@ epa. gov, Attention: Docket ID Number OPPT   2003   0027. 2. Telephone or fax. Send your request to participate to the individual identified in FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

D. How and to Whom Do I Submit Comments?

In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act ( FACA), the public is encouraged to submit written comments on the topic of this meeting. The EDMVS will have a brief period available during the meeting for public comment. It is the policy of the EDMVS to accept written public comments of any length, and to accommodate oral public comments whenever possible. The EDMVS expects that public statements presented at its meeting will be on the meeting topic and not be repetitive of previously submitted oral or written statements. You may submit comments electronically or through hand delivery/ courier. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, identify the appropriate docket ID number in the subject line on the first page of your comment. EPA is not required to consider these late comments. If you wish to submit CBI or information that is otherwise protected by statute, please follow the instructions in Unit I. E. Do not use EPA Dockets or e mail to submit CBI or information protected by statute. 1. Electronically. If you submit an electronic comment as prescribed in this unit, EPA recommends that you include your name, mailing address, and an email address or other contact information in the body of your comment. Also include this contact information on the outside of any disk or CD ROM you submit, and in any cover letter accompanying the disk or CD ROM. This ensures that you can be identified as the submitter of the comment and allows EPA to contact you in case EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties or needs further information on the substance of your comment. EPA's policy is that EPA will not edit your comment, and any identifying or contact information provided in the body of a comment will be included as part of the comment that is placed in the official public docket, and made available in EPA's electronic public docket. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. i. EPA Dockets. Your use of EPA's electronic public docket to submit comments to EPA electronically is EPA's preferred method for receiving comments. Go directly to EPA Dockets at http:// www. epa. gov/ edocket/, and follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Once in the system, select `` search,'' and then key in docket ID number OPPT   2003   0027. The system is an `` anonymous access'' system, which means EPA will not know your identity, e mail address, or other contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. ii. E mail. Comments may be sent by e mail to oppt. ncic@ epa. gov, Attention: Docket ID Number OPPT   2003   0027. In contrast to EPA's electronic public docket, EPA's e mail system is not an `` anonymous access'' system. If you send an e mail comment directly to the docket without going through EPA's electronic public docket, EPA's e mail system automatically captures your email address. E mail addresses that are VerDate jul< 14> 2003 16: 40 Jul 29, 2003 Jkt 200001 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\ FR\ FM\ 30JYN1. SGM 30JYN1 44765 Federal Register / Vol. 68, No. 146 / Wednesday, July 30, 2003 / Notices automatically captured by EPA's e mail system are included as part of the comment that is placed in the official public docket, and made available in EPA's electronic public docket. iii. Disk or CD ROM. You may submit comments on a disk or CD ROM by courier or package service, such as Federal Express to the address identified in Unit I. D. 2. These electronic submissions will be accepted in WordPerfect or ASCII file format. Avoid the use of special characters and any form of encryption. 2. By hand delivery or courier. Deliver your comments to: OPPT Document Control Office ( DCO) in EPA East Bldg., Rm. 6428, 1201 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. Attention: Docket ID Number OPPT   2003   0027. The DCO is open from 8 a. m. to 4 p. m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the DCO is ( 202) 564   8930.

E. How Should I Submit CBI to the Agency? Do not submit information that you consider to be CBI electronically through EPA's electronic public docket or by e mail. You may claim information that you submit to EPA as CBI by marking any part or all of that information as CBI ( if you submit CBI on disk or CD ROM, mark the outside of the disk or CD ROM as CBI and then identify electronically within the disk or CD ROM the specific information that is CBI). Information so marked will not be disclosed except in accordance with procedures set forth in 40 CFR part 2. In addition to one complete version of the comment that includes any information claimed as CBI, a copy of the comment that does not contain the information claimed as CBI must be submitted for inclusion in the public docket and EPA's electronic public docket. If you submit the copy that does not contain CBI on disk or CD ROM, mark the outside of the disk or CD ROM clearly that it does not contain CBI. Information not marked as CBI will be included in the public docket and EPA's electronic public docket without prior notice. If you have any questions about CBI or the procedures for claiming CBI, please consult the technical person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

II. Background In 1996, through enactment of the Food Quality Protection Act, which amended the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, Congress directed EPA to develop a screening program, using appropriate validated test systems and other scientifically relevant information, to determine whether certain substances may have hormonal effects in humans. In 1996, EPA chartered a scientific advisory committee, the Endocrine Disruptor Screening and Testing Advisory Committee ( EDSTAC), under the authority of the Federal Advisory Committee Act ( FACA ) to advise it on establishing a program to carry out Congress' directive. EDSTAC recommended a multi step approach including a series of screens ( Tier I screens) and tests ( Tier II tests) for determining whether a chemical substance may have an effect in humans similar to that produced by naturally occurring hormones. EPA adopted almost all of EDSTAC's recommendations in the program that it developed, the Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program ( EDSP), to carry out Congress' directive. EDSTAC also recognized that there currently are no validated test systems for determining whether a chemical may have an effect in humans that is similar to an effect produced by naturally occurring hormones. Consequently, EPA is in the process of developing and validating the screens and tests that EDSTAC recommended for inclusion in the EDSP. In carrying out this validation exercise, EPA is working closely with, and adhering to the principles of the Interagency Coordinating Committee for the Validation of Alternate Methods ( ICCVAM). EPA also is working closely with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's ( OECD) Endocrine Testing and Assessment Task Force to validate and harmonize endocrine screening tests of international interest. Finally, to ensure that EPA has the best and most up to date advice available regarding the validation of the screens and tests in the EDSP, EPA formed the Endocrine Disruptor Methods Validation Subcommittee ( EDMVS) of the National Advisory Council for Environmental Policy and Technology ( NACEPT). EDMVS provides independent advice and counsel to the Agency through NACEPT, on scientific and technical issues related to validation of the EDSP Tier I screens and Tier II tests, including advice on methods for reducing animal use, refining procedures involving animals to make them less stressful, and replacing animals where scientifically appropriate. The EDMVS has held seven meetings since its establishment in September 2001. The objectives of the first meeting, which was held in October 2001, ( docket control number OPPT   42212D) were for EPA to provide: 1. An overview of EPA's Endocrine Disruptor Program. 2. Background information on test protocol validation and approaches. 3. For the EDMVS to develop a clear understanding of their scope, purpose, and operating procedures. 4. The EDMVS and the EDSP to determine the next steps. The objectives of the December 2001 meeting ( docket control number OPPT   42212E) were for the EDMVS to provide input and advice on: 1. EDMVS's mission statement and work plan. 2. The in utero through lactation assay detailed review paper. 3. The pubertal assay study design for the multi dose and chemical array protocols. 4. The mammalian one generation study design. The objectives of the March 2002 meeting ( docket control number 42212F) were for the EDMVS to provide input and advice on: 1. EPA's implementation process and practical aspects of validation. 2. The in utero through lactation assay protocol. 3. The fish reproduction assay detailed review paper. 4. Special studies, the fathead minnow assays, vitellogenin assay, and avian dosing protocol. 5. The steroidogenesis detailed review paper. 6. The aromatase detailed review paper. 7. A proposed standard suite of chemicals for testing in the Tier I screening assays. 8. The current efforts related to evaluating the relevance of animal data to human health. 9. EPA's approach to addressing low dose issues. The objective of the June 2002 teleconference meeting ( docket ID number OPPT   2002   0020) was for the EDMVS to provide input and advice on the steroidogenesis detailed review paper. The objectives of the July 2002 meeting ( docket ID number OPPT   2002   0029) were: 1. To review the screening criteria, recommended by EDSTAC and adopted by EDSP for screens. 2. To receive an update of the National Interagency Center for the Evaluation of Alternate Toxicological Methods ( NICEATM) estrogen and androgen receptor binding efforts. 3. To discuss and provide advice on general dose setting issues; and to provide comments and advice on:   A pubertal special study restricted feeding.

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III. Objectives of the August 18   20, 2003 Meeting The objectives of the August 18   20 meeting ( docket ID number OPPT   2003   0027) are to: 1. Review and discuss the status/ results of the prevalidation work on:   The fish screening assay, specifically: The survey of vitellogenin methods in fathead minnow, zebrafish and medaka; the comparative evaluation of the fathead minnow assays; and the fish screen ( non spawning) assay.   The steroidogenesis assay optimized protocol. 2. Provide input and advice on the:   EDSP's validation plans for the fish screening assay and steroidogenesis assay.   Strain/ species white paper.   Chemicals used in EDSP's prevalidation and validation.   Avian detailed review paper.   Issues related to the pubertal assays. 3. Receive an update on the amphibian workshop conducted recently. A list of the EDMVS members and meeting materials are available on our web site ( http:// www. epa. gov/ scipoly/ oscpendo/ edmvs. htm) and in the public docket.

List of Subjects Environmental protection, Endocrine system, Endocrine disruptors, Endocrine disruptor screening program. Dated: July 23, 2003. Kathryn R. Mahaffey, Acting Director, Office of Science Coordination and Policy, Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances.

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Science Advisory Board Staff Office; Advisory Council on Clean Air Compliance Analysis Health Effects Subcommittee; Notification of Upcoming Public Teleconference and Meeting AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA). ACTION: Notice.

SUMMARY: The EPA Science Advisory Board Staff Office is announcing a public teleconference and a public meeting of the Advisory Council on Clean Air Compliance Analysis ( Council) Health Effects Subcommittee ( HES). DATES: August 8, 2003. A public teleconference call meeting for the HES will be held from 11 a. m. to 12: 30 p. m. ( eastern time). August 27   29, 2003. A public meeting for the HES will be held from 9 a. m. on August 27, 2003 to 2: 30 p. m on August 29, 2003 ( eastern time). ADDRESSES: Participation in the teleconference meeting will be by teleconference only. The meeting location for the August 27   29, 2003, meeting of the HES will be in Washington, DC. The meeting location will be announced on the SAB Web site, http:// www. epa/ sab two weeks before the meeting. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Members of the public who wish to obtain the call in number and access code to participate in the teleconference meeting may contact Ms. Sandra Friedman, EPA Science Advisory Board Staff, at telephone/ voice mail: ( 202) 564   2526; or via e mail at friedman. sandra@ epa. gov, or Ms. Delores Darden, EPA Science Advisory Board Staff at telephone/ voice mail: ( 202) 564   2282; or via e mail at darden. delores@ epa. gov. Any member of the public wishing further information regarding the Council or the HES may contact Dr. Angela Nugent, Designated Federal Officer ( DFO), U. S. EPA Science Advisory Board ( 1400A), 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; by telephone/ voice mail at ( 202) 564   4562; or via email at nugent. angela@ epa. gov. General information about the SAB can be found in the SAB Web site at http:// www. epa. gov/ sab.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background. Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92   463, Notice is given that the HES will hold a public teleconference, as described above, to prepare for the public meeting, also described above. The purpose of the public meeting is to advise the Agency on its plan to develop a health effects assessment for the third in a series of statutorily mandated comprehensive analyses of the total costs and benefits of programs implemented pursuant to the Clean Air Act. Background on the Council, the HES, and on the advisory project was provided in a Federal Register notice published on February 14, 2003 ( 68 FR 7531   7534). The HES will be providing advice, through the Council, on the review document, `` Benefits and Costs of the Clean Air Act 1990   2020; Revised Analytical Plan for EPA's Second Prospective Analysis'' currently found at the following Web site, maintained by EPA's Office of Air and Radiation at: http:// www. epa. gov/ oar/ sect812/ under the link `` Study Blueprint and Charge Questions Electronic Copy.'' This link provides electronic access to the Revised Analytical Plan, the `` change pages'' given to the Council and HES in July 2003, and the detailed review charge questions. Procedures for Providing Public Comment. It is the policy of the EPA Science Advisory Board ( SAB) Staff Office to accept written public comments of any length, and to accommodate oral public comments whenever possible. The EPA SAB Staff Office expects that public statements presented at its meetings will not be repetitive of previously submitted oral or written statements. Oral Comments: In general, each individual or group requesting an oral presentation at a faceto face meeting will be limited to a total time of ten minutes ( unless otherwise indicated). For conference call meetings, opportunities for oral comment will usually be limited to no more than three minutes per speaker and no more than fifteen minutes total. Interested parties should contact the Designated Federal Official ( DFO) at least one week prior to the meeting in order to be placed on the public speaker list for the meeting. Speakers should bring at least 35 copies of their comments and presentation VerDate jul< 14> 2003 16: 40 Jul 29, 2003 Jkt 200001 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\ FR\ FM\ 30JYN1. SGM 30JYN1


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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

[Release No. 34-56694; File No. SR-ISE-2007-61]

Self-Regulatory Organizations; International Securities Exchange,
LLC; Order Approving a Proposed Rule Change, as Modified by Amendment
No. 1 Thereto, Relating to Specific Performance Commitments for Primary
Market Makers

October 24, 2007.
    On July 17, 2007, the International Securities Exchange, LLC
(``ISE'' or ``Exchange'') filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission (``Commission''), pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (``Act'') \1\ and Rule 19b-4
thereunder,\2\ a proposed rule change to amend its Rule 802(b)(2)
regarding specific performance commitments for Primary Market Makers
(``PMMs''). On September 10, 2007, ISE filed Amendment No. 1 to the
proposed rule change. The proposed rule change, as modified by
Amendment No. 1, was published for comment in the Federal Register on
September 19, 2007.\3\ The Commission received no comments on the
proposal. This order approves the proposed rule change, as modified by
Amendment No. 1.
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    \1\ 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(1).
    \2\ 17 CFR 240.19b-4.
    \3\ See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 56383 (September 11,
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I. Description of the Proposal

    Currently, ISE Rule 802(b)(2) requires PMMs to submit specific
performance commitments each time they request an allocation of options
on indices, foreign currency options and Fund Shares (collectively,
``Index-Based Products''). The initial rationale behind adopting a
requirement on PMMs to submit proposed performance commitments for
allocations of options on new Index-Based Products was to require a
stronger commitment for certain competitive products like exchange-
traded funds and indices and to assist the Exchange's Allocation
Committee when choosing between PMMs seeking the same product.
    The Exchange now believes that its rule is overbroad and may
actually discourage some PMMs from seeking allocations of options on
Index-Based Products. Therefore, ISE is proposing to amend the rule to
provide that specific performance commitments need only be submitted in
response to a request by the Exchange, thereby eliminating their
submission as a uniform requirement each time a PMM seeks a new
allocation of options in Index-Based Products.\4\
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PMM's other obligations as a market maker on the Exchange under
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II. Discussion

    The Commission finds that the proposed rule change is consistent
with the requirements of the Act and the rules and regulations
thereunder applicable to a national securities exchange.\5\
Specifically, the Commission finds that the proposal is consistent with
Section 6(b)(5) of the Act,\6\ which requires that an exchange have
rules that are designed to prevent fraudulent and manipulative acts and
practices, to promote just and equitable principles of trade, to remove
impediments to and perfect the mechanism for a free and open market and
a national market system, and, in general, to protect investors and the
public interest. The Commission believes that the proposed amendment of
ISE Rule 802(b)(2) will encourage PMMs to seek allocations of products
on the Exchange, and thereby remove impediments to and perfect the
mechanism for a free and open market. Further, the Exchange will
continue to evaluate performance standards of its market makers
pursuant to existing practice. The proposed rule also allows the
Exchange to require the submission of specific performance commitments
from a PMM seeking a new allocation as the Exchange in its discretion
deems appropriate. Accordingly, the Commission finds that the proposal
promotes just and equitable principles of trade and protects investors
and the public interest.
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    \5\ In approving this proposed rule change, the Commission has
considered the proposed rule's impact on efficiency, competition,
and capital formation. 15 U.S.C. 78c(f).
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III. Conclusion

    It is therefore ordered, pursuant to Section 19(b)(2) of the Act,
that the proposed rule change (SR-ISE-Phlx-2007-61), as modified by
Amendment No. 1, be, and hereby is, approved.

    For the Commission, by the Division of Market Regulation,
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Nancy M. Morris,
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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 131 (Tuesday, July 9, 2013)]
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[Pages 41183-41184]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

Meeting: RTCA Program Management Committee

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Notice of RTCA Program Management Committee Meeting.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is issuing this notice to advise the public of a
meeting of RTCA Program Management Committee.

DATES: The meeting will be held July 25, 2013, from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at RTCA, Inc., 1150 18th Street
NW., Suite 910, Washington, DC 20036.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The RTCA Secretariat, 1150 18th Street
NW., Suite 910, Washington, DC 20036, or by telephone at (202) 833-
9339, fax at<PHONE_NUMBER>, or Web site at http://www.rtca.org.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant to section 10(a)(2) of the Federal
Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-463, 5 U.S.C., App.), notice is
hereby given for a Program Management Committee meeting. The agenda
will include the following:

July 25, 2013

 Welcome and Introductions.
 Review/Approve Meeting Summary.
     June 19, 2013, RTCA Paper no. 137-13/PMC-1106.
 Action Item Review.
     SC-214--Standards for Air Traffic Data Communication
Services--Discussion-Review/Approve Terms of Reference Revision 5--RTCA
Paper No. 134-13/PMC-1103.
     Include 4D trajectory with dynamic RNP, fixed radius
transitions, advanced interval management, and transmission of ATC
winds into the operational capabilities of the message set for Baseline
2.
     Extend the completion dates from January 2014 to March
2015 for Baseline 2--Interoperability Standards.
 Other Business.
 Schedule for Committee Deliverables and Next Meeting Date.
 Adjourn.

    Attendance is open to the interested public but limited to space
availability. With the approval of the chairman, members of the public
may present oral statements at the meeting.
    Persons wishing to present statements or obtain information should
contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
section. Members of the public may present a written statement to the
committee at any time.

    Issued in Washington, DC, on June 28, 2013.
Paige Williams,
Management Analyst, NextGen, Business Operations Group, Federal
Aviation Administration.
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P-18-0258-0259 Sanitized Support Documents Index:
 P-18-0258-0159 Sanitized Determination Document (linked)
 P-18-0258 Sanitized CHEM Report (attached)
 P-18-0259 Sanitized CHEM Report (attached)
 P-18-0258 Sanitized ECO Report (attached)
 P-18-0259 Sanitized ECO Report (attached)
 P-18-0258-0259 Sanitized ENG Report (attached)
 P-18-0258 Sanitized EXP Report (attached)
 P-18-0259 Sanitized EXP Report (attached)
 P-18-0258 Sanitized Fate Report (attached)
 P-18-0259 Sanitized Fate Report (attached)
 P-18-0258-0259 Sanitized HLTH Report_POST-FOCUS FINAL (attached)


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[Notices]
[Pages 70488-70491]
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[FRL-9214-01-OMS]

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

AGENCY: Office of Mission Support (OMS), Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA)

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA), Office of
Human Resources (OHR) is giving notice that it proposes to create a new
system of records pursuant to the provisions of the Privacy Act of
1974. Human Resources Line of Business (HR LoB) is being created to
support payroll, human resource (HR) services, eLearning, and data
analytics. The HR LoB suite of systems is a government shared service
hosted by the Department of Interior's Interior Business Center (DOI-
IBC) and includes the Federal Personnel Payroll System (FPPS), the
Workforce Transformation and Tracking System (WTTS)/Entrance on Duty
(EOD), FedTalent, and Oracle's Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition
(OBIEE).

DATES: Persons wishing to comment on this system of records notice must
do so by January 10, 2022. New routine uses for this new system of
records will be effective January 10, 2022.

ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-
OMS-2020-0365, by one of the following methods:
    Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
online instructions for submitting comments.
    Email: [email protected]. Include the Docket ID number in the
subject line of the message.
    Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    Mail: OMS Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, Mail Code:
2822T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460.
    Hand Delivery: OMS Docket, EPA/DC, WJC West Building, Room 3334,
1301 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460. Such deliveries are
only accepted during the Docket's normal hours of operation, and
special arrangements should be made for deliveries of boxed
information.
    Instructions: Direct your comments to Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OMS-
2020-0365. The EPA policy is that all comments received will be
included in the public docket without change and may be made available
online at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal
information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed
to be Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or other information
for which disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit
information that you consider to be CUI or otherwise protected through
https://www.regulations.gov. The https://www.regulations.gov website is
an ``anonymous access'' system for EPA, which means the EPA will not
know your identity or contact information unless you provide it in the
body of your comment. Each agency determines submission requirements
within their own internal processes and standards. EPA has no
requirement of personal information. If you send an email comment
directly to the EPA without going through https://www.regulations.gov
your email address will be automatically captured and included as part
of the comment that is placed in the public docket and made available
on the internet. If you submit an electronic comment, the EPA
recommends that you include your name and other contact information in
the body of your comment. If the EPA cannot read your comment due to
technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, the
EPA may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should
avoid the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be
free of any defects or viruses. For additional information about the
EPA public docket, visit the EPA Docket Center homepage at https://www.epa.gov/dockets.
    Docket: All documents in the docket are listed in the https://www.regulations.gov index. Although listed in the index, some
information is not publicly available, e.g., CUI or other information
for which disclosure is restricted by statute. Certain other material,
such as copyrighted material, will be publicly available only in hard
copy. Publicly available docket materials are available either
electronically in https://www.regulations.gov or in hard copy at the
OMS Docket, EPA/DC, WJC West Building, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution
Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460. The Public Reading Room is open from
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday excluding legal holidays.
The telephone number for the Public Reading Room is<PHONE_NUMBER>, and
the telephone number for the OMS Docket is<PHONE_NUMBER>. Out of an
abundance of caution for members of the public and our staff, the EPA
Docket Center and Reading Room are closed to the public, with limited
exceptions, to reduce the risk of transmitting COVID-19. Our Docket
Center staff will continue to provide remote customer service via
email, phone, and webform. We encourage the public to submit comments
via https://www.regulations.gov/ or email, as there may be a delay in
processing mailand faxes. Hand deliveries and couriers may be received
by scheduled appointment only. For further information on EPA Docket
Center services and the current

status, please visit us online athttps://www.epa.gov/dockets.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lizabeth Engebretson,
[email protected],<PHONE_NUMBER>, Director, Human Resource
Information Systems Management Staff, Office of Human Resources (OHR),
Office of Mission Support (OMS), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: EPA previously used one system (EPA People
Plus) for payroll, HR systems, and time and attendance. EPA has split
this system in response to an Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
mandate to separate payroll and HR systems from time and attendance.
EPA will now use a suite of systems hosted by the Department of
Interior's (DOI) Interior Business Center (IBC) for some payroll
activities and for processing personnel. EPA continues to use
PeoplePlus to support time and attendance, which is covered by an
existing System of Records Notice (PeoplePlus EPA-1). This SORN (HR LoB
EPA-93) is for EPA's records in the DOI-hosted HR LoB.
    HR LoB is a comprehensive suite of integrated personnel and payroll
systems used by federal agencies for processing personnel and payroll
related activities. HR LoB, EPA-93, will cover EPA records in:
     Workforce Transformation and Tracking System and Entrance
on Duty System (WTTS/EODS)--web-based Human Resources Management Suite
(HRMS) for managing recruitment and onboarding activities.
     FedTalent--for eLearning and data analytics.
     FPPS--personnel and payroll system.
     Oracle's Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition
(OBIEE)--Datamart/Analytics--is a business intelligence tool used to
gather, store, and analyze data for enterprise reports, dashboards,
scorecards and ad hoc analysis.

SYSTEM NAME AND NUMBER:
    Human Resources Line of Business (HR LoB), EPA-93

SECURITY CLASSIFICATION:
    Unclassified.

SYSTEM LOCATION:
    EPA OHR, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460. Records
hosted by DOI/IBC are located at 7301 West Mansfield Ave., MS D-2400,
Denver, CO 80235-2230, and are also located at Departmental, bureau and
office systems and locations that prepare and provide input documents
and information for data processing and administrative actions for this
system.

SYSTEM MANAGER(S):
    Mara Kamen, [email protected],<PHONE_NUMBER>, Director, OHR, U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW,
Washington, DC 20460.

AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM:
    5 U.S.C. 5101, et seq; 31 U.S.C. 3512; 31 U.S.C. Chapter 11; 5 CFR
part 297; The Office of Management and Budget Circular A-127, Revised,
Financial Management Systems; this Circular is issued pursuant to the
Chief Financial Officers Act (CFOs Act) of 1990, P.L. 101-576).

PURPOSE(S) OF THE SYSTEM:
    EPA maintains records in HR LoB to administer EPA's HR activities,
including: pay and leave requirements, processing, accounting, learning
and development, and reporting requirements. The records also provide
the basic source of factual data about a person's employment while in
federal service and after his or her separation from federal service in
accordance with applicable records policies. Records in HR LoB have
various uses by Agency personnel offices, including screening
qualifications of employees; determining status, eligibility, and
employee's rights and benefits under pertinent laws and regulations
governing federal employment; computing length of service; and other
information needed to provide personnel services.

CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS COVERED BY THE SYSTEM:
    Current and former EPA employees, including Health and Human
Services Public Health Service Commissioned Officers assigned to EPA,
grantees, intergovernmental detailees, interagency agreement detailees,
and contractors, and family members of these individuals.

CATEGORIES OF RECORDS IN THE SYSTEM:
    HR LoB collects the following employee data elements: Name,
Citizenship, Gender, Birth Date, Group Affiliation, Marital Status,
Other Names Used, Legal Status, Place of Birth, Security Clearance,
Spouse Information, Financial Information, Medical Information,
Disability Information, Education Information, Driver's License State
and Number, Race/Ethnicity, Social Security Number (SSN) and truncated
SSN, Personal Cell Telephone Number, Personal Email Address, Home
Telephone Number, Family member, Child or Dependent Information,
Employment Information, Military Status/Service, Mailing/Home Address,
Taxpayer Identification Number, Bank Account information such as
Routing and Account Numbers, Beneficiary Information, Bond Co-owner
Name(s) and Information, Professional Licensing and Credentials, Family
Relationships, Age, Involuntary Debt (Garnishments or Child Support
Payments), Court Order Information, Back Pay Information, User ID, Time
and Attendance data, Leave Time Information, Employee Common Identifier
(ECI), Person Number (a unique number that identifies a person within
HR LoB, and Person Number-Emergency (a unique number identifying an
individual within HR LoB for a Leave Share Occurrence).

RECORD SOURCE CATEGORIES:
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maintained, official personnel records of individuals on whom the
records are maintained, supervisors, timekeepers, previous employers,
the Internal Revenue Service and state tax agencies, the Department of
the Treasury, other Federal agencies, courts, state child support
agencies, employing agency accounting offices, and third-party benefit
providers.

ROUTINE USES OF RECORDS MAINTAINED IN THE SYSTEM, INCLUDING CATEGORIES
OF USERS AND PURPOSES OF SUCH USES:
    The routine uses below are both related to and compatible with the
original purpose for which the information was collected. The following
general routine uses apply to this system:
    A. Disclosure for Law Enforcement Purposes: Information may be
disclosed to the appropriate Federal, State, local, tribal, or foreign
agency responsible for investigating, prosecuting, enforcing, or
implementing a statute, rule, regulation, or order, if the information
is relevant to a violation or potential violation of civil or criminal
law or regulation within the jurisdiction of the receiving entity.
    B. Disclosure Incident to Requesting Information: Information may
be disclosed to any source from which additional information is
requested (to the extent necessary to identify the individual, inform
the source of the purpose of the request, and to identify the type of
information requested,) when necessary to obtain information relevant
to an agency decision concerning retention of an employee or other
personnel action (other than hiring,) retention of a security
clearance,

the letting of a contract, or the issuance or retention of a grant, or
other benefit.
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Federal, State, local, foreign, or tribal or other public authority of
the fact that this system of records contains information relevant to
the retention of an employee, the retention of a security clearance,
the letting of a contract, or the issuance or retention of a license,
grant, or other benefit. The other agency or licensing organization may
then make a request supported by the written consent of the individual
for the entire record if it so chooses. No disclosure will be made
unless the information has been determined to be sufficiently reliable
to support a referral to another office within the agency or to another
Federal agency for criminal, civil, administrative, personnel, or
regulatory action.
    D. Disclosure to Office of Management and Budget: Information may
be disclosed to the Office of Management and Budget at any stage in the
legislative coordination and clearance process in connection with
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disclosed to a congressional office from the record of an individual in
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disclosed to the Department of Justice, or in a proceeding before a
court, adjudicative body, or other administrative body before which the
Agency is authorized to appear, when:
    1. The Agency, or any component thereof;
    2. Any employee of the Agency in his or her official capacity;
    3. Any employee of the Agency in his or her individual capacity
where the Department of Justice or the Agency have agreed to represent
the employee; or
    4. The United States, if the Agency determines that litigation is
likely to affect the Agency or any of its components, is a party to
litigation or has an interest in such litigation, and the use of such
records by the Department of Justice or the Agency is deemed by the
Agency to be relevant and necessary to the litigation provided,
however, that in each case it has been determined that the disclosure
is compatible with the purpose for which the records were collected.
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disclosed to the National Archives and Records Administration in
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be disclosed to contractors, grantees, consultants, or volunteers
performing or working on a contract, service, grant, cooperative
agreement, job, or other activity for the Agency and who have a need to
have access to the information in the performance of their duties or
activities for the Agency. When appropriate, recipients will be
required to comply with the requirements of the Privacy Act of 1974 as
provided in 5 U.S.C. 552a(m).
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Information from this system of records may be disclosed to an
authorized appeal grievance examiner, formal complaints examiner, equal
employment opportunity investigator, arbitrator or other person
properly engaged in investigation or settlement of an administrative
grievance, complaint, claim, or appeal filed by an employee, but only
to the extent that the information is relevant and necessary to the
proceeding. Agencies that may obtain information under this routine use
include, but are not limited to, the Office of Personnel Management,
Office of Special Counsel, Merit Systems Protection Board, Federal
Labor Relations Authority, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and
Office of Government Ethics.
    J. Disclosure to the Office of Personnel Management: Information
from this system of records may be disclosed to the Office of Personnel
Management pursuant to that agency's responsibility for evaluation and
oversight of Federal personnel management.
    K. Disclosure in Connection With Litigation: Information from this
system of records may be disclosed in connection with litigation or
settlement discussions regarding claims by or against the Agency,
including public filing with a court, to the extent that disclosure of
the information is relevant and necessary to the litigation or
discussions and except where court orders are otherwise required under
section (b)(11) of the Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. 552a(b)(11). The
two routine uses below (L and M) are required by OMB Memorandum M-17-
12.
    L. Disclosure to Persons or Entities in Response to an Actual of
Suspected Breach of Personally Identifiable Information: To appropriate
agencies, entities, and persons when (1) the Agency suspects or has
confirmed that there has been a breach of the system of records, (2)
the Agency has determined that as a result of the suspected or
confirmed breach there is a risk of harm to individuals, the Agency
(including its information systems, programs, and operations), the
Federal Government, or national security; and (3) the disclosure made
to such agencies, entities, and persons is reasonably necessary to
assist in connection with the Agency's efforts to respond to the
suspected or confirmed breach or to prevent, minimize, or remedy such
harm.
    M. Disclosure to Assist Another Agency in Its Efforts to Respond to
a Breach of Personally Identifiable Information: To another Federal
agency or Federal entity, when the Agency determines that information
from this system of records is reasonably necessary to assist the
recipient agency or entity in (1) responding to a suspected or
confirmed breach or (2) preventing, minimizing, or remedying the risk
of harm to individuals, the recipient agency or entity (including its
information systems, programs, and operations), the Federal Government,
or national security, resulting from a suspected or confirmed breach.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR STORAGE OF RECORDS:
    Electronic records are stored in computers, removable drives,
storage devices, electronic databases, and other electronic media
hosted by DOI/IBC.

POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR RETRIEVAL OF RECORDS:
    HR LoB authorized users may retrieve information on an individual
employee using full name, SSN, and Employee Common Identifier (ECI)--
unique number identifying employees across Federal automated systems.

POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR RETENTION AND DISPOSAL OF RECORDS:
    The retention of data in the system is in accordance with
applicable EPA Records Schedules 1005, 1006, 1026, and 1029 as approved
by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).

ADMINISTRATIVE, TECHNICAL, AND PHYSICAL SAFEGUARDS:
    Security controls used to protect personally identifiable
information (PII) in HR LoB are commensurate with those required for an
information system rated MODERATE for confidentiality, integrity, and
availability, as prescribed in National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST) Special Publication, 800-53, ``Security and Privacy
Controls for Information Systems and Organizations,'' Revision 5.
    1. Administrative Safeguards: EPA personnel are required to
complete

annual agency Information Security and Privacy training. EPA personnel
are instructed to lock their computers when they leave their desks.
    2. Technical Safeguards: Electronic records are maintained in a
secure password protected environment. Access to records is limited to
those who have a need to know. Electronic records are restricted to
authorized users with appropriate security privileges, including the
use of 2-factor PIV Card authentication and permission level
assignments. Web-based connections are Tier3 VPN encrypted sessions
between EPA and DOI. The database is maintained behind a firewall.
WTTS/EOD, FedTalent, OBIEE, and FPPS have multiple levels of role-based
access controls that protect the privacy of information in HR LoB. The
level of these access controls determines the security privileges of HR
LoB users. There are three levels of role-based security (User,
Security, Administrator) and they follow the separation of duties
outlined in NIST guidance.
    3. Physical Safeguards: These records are maintained in controlled
access areas. Identification cards are verified to ensure that only
authorized personnel can access.

RECORD ACCESS PROCEDURES:
    Individuals seeking access to information in this system of records
about themselves are required to provide adequate identification (e.g.,
driver's license, military identification card, employee badge or
identification card). Additional identity verification procedures may
be required, as warranted. Requests must meet the requirements of EPA
regulations that implement the Privacy Act of 1974, at 40 CFR part 16.

CONTESTING RECORDS PROCEDURES:
    Requests for correction or amendment must identify the record to be
changed and the corrective action sought. Complete EPA Privacy Act
procedures are described in EPA's Privacy Act regulations at 40 CFR
part 16.

NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES:
    Any individual who wants to know whether this system of records
contains a record about themself, should make a written request to:
Attn: Agency Privacy Officer, MC 2831T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW,
Washington, DC 20460, or to [email protected].

EXEMPTIONS PROMULGATED FOR THE SYSTEM:
    None.

HISTORY:
    None.

Vaughn Noga,
Senior Agency Official for Privacy.
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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 214 (Wednesday, November 4, 2020)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 70087-70089]
[FR Doc No: 2020-24394]

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Proposed Rules
                                                Federal Register
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This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains notices to the public of
the proposed issuance of rules and regulations. The purpose of these
notices is to give interested persons an opportunity to participate in
the rule making prior to the adoption of the final rules.

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Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 214 / Wednesday, November 4, 2020 /
Proposed Rules

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2020-0983; Project Identifier MCAI-2020-00542-R]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2018-05-09, which applies to all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C,
AS332C1, AS332L, and AS332L1 helicopters. AD 2018-05-09 requires
inspecting the tail rotor (T/R) flapping hinge link (hinge) and
reporting the results. Since the FAA issued AD 2018-05-09, the FAA has
determined that repetitive inspections of the spindle bolts and the
inner ring and needle bearings of each flapping hinge and repetitive
replacements of affected flapping hinge components must be done in
order to address the unsafe condition. Replacement of all affected
flapping hinge components on each flapping hinge is terminating action
for the repetitive inspections. This proposed AD would require
repetitive inspections of the spindle bolts and the inner ring and
needle bearings of each flapping hinge, corrective actions if
necessary, and repetitive replacements of affected flapping hinge
components, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA) AD, which will be incorporated by reference. This proposed AD
would also expand the applicability. The FAA is proposing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: The FAA must receive comments on this proposed AD by December
21, 2020.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For material incorporated by reference (IBR) in this AD, contact
the EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49
221 89990 1000; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>internet www.easa.europa.eu.
You may find this IBR material on the EASA website at https://ad.easa.europa.eu. You may view this IBR material at the FAA, Office of
the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N-
321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>. It is also available in the AD
docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0983.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-
0983; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains
this NPRM, any comments received, and other information. The street
address for Docket Operations is listed above. Comments will be
available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Daniel E. Moore, Aviation Safety
Engineer, Regulations & Policy Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch,
FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone 817-222-
5110; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    The FAA invites you to participate in this rulemaking by submitting
written comments, data, or views about this proposal. The most helpful
comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain the
reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To
ensure the docket does not contain duplicate comments, commenters
should submit only one copy of the comments. Send your comments to an
address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA
2020-0983; Project Identifier MCAI-2020-00542-R'' at the beginning of
your comments.
    Except for Confidential Business Information (CBI) as described in
the following paragraph, and other information as described in 14 CFR
11.35, the FAA will post all comments received, without change, as well
as a report summarizing each substantive public contact with FAA
personnel concerning this proposed rulemaking. Before acting on this
proposal, the FAA will consider all comments received by the closing
date for comments. The FAA will consider comments filed after the
comment period has closed if it is possible to do so without incurring
expense or delay. The FAA may change this NPRM because of those
comments.

Confidential Business Information

    CBI is commercial or financial information that is both customarily
and actually treated as private by its owner. Under the Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), CBI is exempt from public
disclosure. If your comments responsive to this NPRM contain commercial
or financial information that is customarily treated as private, that
you actually treat as private, and that is relevant or responsive to
this NPRM, it is important that you clearly designate the submitted
comments as CBI. Please mark each page of your submission containing
CBI as ``PROPIN.'' The FAA will treat such marked submissions as
confidential under the FOIA, and they will not be placed in the public
docket of this NPRM. Submissions containing CBI should be sent to
Daniel E. Moore, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations & Policy
Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort
Worth, TX 76177; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Any commentary that the FAA receives that is not specifically

designated as CBI will be placed in the public docket for this
rulemaking.

Discussion

    The FAA issued AD 2018-05-09, Amendment 39-19218 (83 FR 10360,
March 9, 2018) (AD 2018-05-09), which applies to all Airbus Helicopters
Model AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, and AS332L1 helicopters. AD 2018-05-09
requires inspecting the T/R flapping hinge and reporting the results.
The FAA issued AD 2018-05-09 to address failure of a T/R flapping
hinge. This condition could result in unbalance of the T/R, detachment
of the T/R gearbox and hub, and subsequent loss of control of the
helicopter.

Actions Since AD 2018-05-09 Was Issued

    Since the FAA issued AD 2018-05-09, the FAA has determined
repetitive inspections of the spindle bolts and the inner ring and
needle bearings of each flapping hinge and repetitive replacements of
affected flapping hinge components must be done in order to address the
unsafe condition. Replacement of all affected flapping hinge components
on each flapping hinge is terminating action for the repetitive
inspections of the spindle bolts and the inner ring and needle bearings
of each flapping hinge. In addition, the applicability has been
expanded to include Model SA330J helicopters.
    The EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the
European Union, has issued EASA AD 2020-0086, dated April 14, 2020
(EASA AD 2020-0086) (also referred to as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or the MCAI), to correct an unsafe condition
for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, AS332L1, and
SA330J helicopters.
    This proposed AD was prompted by a report of a damaged flapping
hinge on a T/R blade. The FAA is proposing this AD to address failure
of a T/R flapping hinge. This condition could result in unbalance of
the T/R, detachment of the T/R gearbox and hub, and subsequent loss of
control of the helicopter. See the MCAI for additional background
information.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    EASA AD 2020-0086 describes procedures for repetitive replacement
of the flapping hinge components and repetitive inspections of the
spindle bolts, inner ring, and needle bearings of each flapping hinge,
and corrective action. The inspection procedures include repetitive
inspections of the spindle bolts for cracking; repetitive inspections
of the inner ring for spalling, brinelling, and cracking; and
repetitive inspections of the needle bearings for spalling. The
corrective actions include replacement of any affected component with a
serviceable part. This material is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of
business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant
to the bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, the FAA
has been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI
referenced above. The FAA is proposing this AD because the FAA
evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe
condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other
products of the same type design.

Proposed AD Requirements

    This proposed AD would require accomplishing the actions specified
in EASA AD 2020-0086 described previously, as incorporated by
reference, except for any differences identified as exceptions in the
regulatory text of this AD and except as discussed under ``Differences
Between this Proposed AD and the MCAI.''

Explanation of Required Compliance Information

    In the FAA's ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency of the AD
process, the FAA initially worked with Airbus and EASA to develop a
process to use certain EASA ADs as the primary source of information
for compliance with requirements for corresponding FAA ADs. The FAA has
since coordinated with other manufacturers and civil aviation
authorities (CAAs) to use this process. As a result, EASA AD 2020-0086
will be incorporated by reference in the FAA final rule. This proposed
AD would, therefore, require compliance with EASA AD 2020-0086 in its
entirety, through that incorporation, except for any differences
identified as exceptions in the regulatory text of this proposed AD.
Using common terms that are the same as the heading of a particular
section in the EASA AD does not mean that operators need comply only
with that section. For example, where the AD requirement refers to
``all required actions and compliance times,'' compliance with this AD
requirement is not limited to the section titled ``Required Action(s)
and Compliance Time(s)'' in the EASA AD. Service information specified
in EASA AD 2020-0086 that is required for compliance with EASA AD 2020-
0086 will be available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov
by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0983 after the FAA
final rule is published.

Differences Between This Proposed AD and the MCAI

    Although the service information referenced in EASA AD 2020-0086
specifies to return affected parts and submit a form to the
manufacturer, this proposed AD does not include those requirements.
    Where paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2020-0086 refers to a compliance
time of ``within 25 flight hours or during the next scheduled 50 FH
inspection, whichever occurs later . . . ,'' for the initial
replacement, this proposed AD requires completion within 25 hours time-
in-service after the effective date of this proposed AD.

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this proposed AD affects 26 helicopters of
U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with
this proposed AD:

                                      Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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                                                                                Cost per       Cost on U.S.
                          Labor cost                              Parts cost        product         operators
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8 work-hours x $85 per hour = $680...........................         $11,630          $12,310         $320,060
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Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    The FAA is issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.
Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight
of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for
practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary
for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that
authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to
exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    The FAA determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not
have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship
between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution
of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed
regulation:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
    (2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.

The Proposed Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.

Sec.  39.13   [Amended]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2018-05-09, Amendment 39-19218 (83 FR 10360, March 9, 2018), and adding
the following new AD:

Airbus Helicopters: Docket No. FAA-2020-0983; Project Identifier
MCAI-2020-00542-R.

(a) Comments Due Date

    The FAA must receive comments by December 21, 2020.

(b) Affected Airworthiness Directives (ADs)

    This AD removes AD 2018-05-09, Amendment 39-19218 (83 FR 10360,
March 9, 2018) (AD 2018-05-09).

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C, AS332C1,
AS332L, AS332L1, and SA330J helicopters, certificated in any
category, all manufacturer serial numbers.

(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Codes 6420, Tail Rotor
Head; 6720, Tail Rotor Control System.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a report of a damaged flapping hinge
link (hinge) on a tail rotor (T/R) blade. The FAA is issuing this AD
to address failure of a T/R flapping hinge. This condition could
result in unbalance of the T/R, detachment of the T/R gearbox and
hub, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.

(g) Requirements

    Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all
required actions and compliance times specified in, and in
accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD
2020-0086, dated April 14, 2020 (EASA AD 2020-0086).

(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2020-0086

    (1) Where EASA AD 2020-0086 refers to its effective date, this
AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
    (2) The ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD 2020-0086 does not apply
to this AD.
    (3) Although the service information referenced in EASA AD 2020-
0086 specifies to return affected parts and submit a form to the
manufacturer, this AD does not include those requirements.
    (4) Where paragraph (9) of EASA AD 2020-0086 refers to ``any
discrepancy,'' for the purposes of this AD, discrepancies include
spalling, brinelling, and cracking on the inner ring, and spalling
on the bearing needles.
    (5) Where EASA AD 2020-0086 refers to flight hours (FH), this AD
requires using hours time-in-service.
    (6) Where paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2020-0086 refers to a
compliance time of ``within 25 flight hours or during the next
scheduled 50 FH inspection, whichever occurs later . . . ,'' for the
initial replacement, this AD requires completion within 25 hours
time-in-service after the effective date of this AD.

(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    The Manager, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, may approve AMOCs
for this AD. Send your proposal to: Manager, Rotorcraft Standards
Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone
817-222-5110; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
(j) Related Information

    (1) For EASA AD 2020-0086, contact the EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-
Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 89990 6017; email
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>internet www.easa.europa.eu. You may find this
EASA AD on the EASA website at https://ad.easa.europa.eu. You may
view this material at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel,
Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX
76177. For information on the availability of this material at the
FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>. This material may be found in the AD docket
on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0983.
    (2) For more information about this AD, contact Daniel E. Moore,
Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations & Policy Section, Rotorcraft
Standards Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177;
telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
    Issued on October 29, 2020.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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