[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 236 (Monday, December 11, 2017)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 58122-58129]
[FR Doc No: 2017-26085]

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

40 CFR Part 82

[EPA-HQ-OAR-2017-0472; FRL-9968-24-OAR]
RIN 2060-AT53

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Revision to References for
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Sector To Incorporate Latest Edition
of Certain Industry, Consensus-Based Standards

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Direct final rule.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking
direct final action to modify the use conditions required for use of
three flammable refrigerants, isobutane (R-600a), propane (R-290), and
R-441A, in new household refrigerators, freezers, and combination
refrigerators and freezers under the Significant New Alternatives
Policy (SNAP) program. The use conditions, which address safe use of
flammable refrigerants, are being revised to reflect the incorporation
by reference of an updated standard from Underwriters Laboratories.

DATES: This rule is effective on March 12, 2018 without further notice,
unless EPA receives adverse comment by January 25, 2018. If EPA
receives adverse comment, we will publish a timely withdrawal in the
Federal Register informing the public that the rule will not take
effect. Any party requesting a public hearing must notify the contact
listed below under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT by December 18,
2017. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in
the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of
March 12, 2018.

ADDRESSES: EPA has established a docket for this action under Docket ID
No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2017-0472. All documents in the docket are listed on the
https://www.regulations.gov Web site. Although listed in the index,
some information is not publicly available, e.g., confidential business
information (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
electronically through https://www.regulations.gov or in hard copy at
the Air and Radiation Docket, EPA/DC, EPA West, Room 3334, 1301
Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC. 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
(202) 566-1744, and the telephone number for the Air and Radiation
Docket is<PHONE_NUMBER>.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Chenise Farquharson, Stratospheric
Protection Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs (Mail Code 6205T),
Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW.,
Washington, DC 20460; telephone number:<PHONE_NUMBER>; email address:
[email protected]. Notices and rulemakings under EPA's
Significant New Alternatives Policy program are available on EPA's
Stratospheric Ozone Web site at https://www.epa.gov/snap/snap-regulations.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We are modifying the use conditions for
three flammable hydrocarbon refrigerants, isobutane (R-600a), propane
(R-290), and R-441A, used in new household refrigerators, freezers, and
combination refrigerators and freezers (hereafter ``household
refrigerators and freezers'') by replacing four of the five use
conditions in our previous hydrocarbon refrigerants rules (76 FR 78832,
December 20, 2011; 80 FR 19454, April 10, 2015) with the updated
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard 60335-2-24 (2nd edition, April
28, 2017), ``Household and Similar Electrical Appliances--Safety--Part
2-24: Particular Requirements for Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-Cream
Appliances and Ice-Makers.'' See EPA's two previous rules (76 FR 78832,
December 20, 2011; 80 FR 19454, April 10, 2015) for information on the
SNAP program and the use conditions for isobutane, propane, and R-441A.
UL Standard 60335-2-24 supersedes the current edition of UL Standard
250 (10th edition, August 25, 2000), ``Household Refrigerators and
Freezers,'' which EPA previously incorporated by reference in the use
conditions of the acceptability listings for these three refrigerants
(76 FR 78832, December 20, 2011; 80 FR 19454, April 10, 2015). This
action applies to new refrigerators, freezers, and combination
refrigerator and freezers manufactured after the effective date of this
regulation. This action does not place any significant burden on the
regulated community and ensures consistency with standard industry
practices.
    EPA is publishing this rule without a prior proposed rule because
we view this as a noncontroversial action and

anticipate no adverse comment. In the ``Proposed Rules'' section of
this Federal Register, we are publishing a separate document that will
serve as the proposed rule to modify these use conditions if adverse
comments are received on this direct final rule. We will not institute
a second comment period on this action. Any parties interested in
commenting must do so at this time. For further information about
commenting on this rule, see the ADDRESSES section of this document.
    If EPA receives adverse comment, we will publish a timely
withdrawal in the Federal Register informing the public that all or
part of this direct final rule will not take effect. We would address
all public comments in any subsequent final rule based on the proposed
rule.
    If requested by the date specified in the DATES section of this
notice, EPA will hold a public hearing to accept oral testimony on this
proposal on or before December 26, 2017 in Washington, DC. EPA will
post all information regarding any public hearing on this proposed
action, including whether a hearing will be held, its location, date,
and time, if applicable, and any updates online at https://www.epa.gov/snap. In addition, you may contact Ms. Chenise Farquharson at (202)
564-7768 or by email at [email protected] with public hearing
inquiries. EPA does not intend to publish any future notices in the
Federal Register regarding a public hearing on this action and directs
all inquiries regarding a hearing to the Web site and contact person
identified above.
    You may claim that information in your comments is CBI, as allowed
by 40 CFR part 2. If you submit comments and include information that
you claim as CBI, we request that you submit them directly to Chenise
Farquharson at the address under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT in two
versions: One clearly marked ``Public'' to be filed in the Public
Docket, and the other marked ``Confidential'' to be reviewed by
authorized government personnel only. This information will remain
confidential unless EPA determines, in accordance with 40 CFR part 2,
subpart B, that the information is not subject to protection as CBI.

Table of Contents

I. Does this action apply to me?
II. Background
    A. What is the affected end-use?
    B. Refrigerant Flammability
    C. Use Conditions
    D. Revised UL Standard 60335-2-24
III. What action is the Agency taking?
    A. Use Conditions
    B. Incorporation by Reference
    C. Equipment Manufactured Prior to Effective Date of This Rule
IV. Statutory and Executive Order Reviews
    A. Executive Order 12866: Regulatory Planning and Review and
Executive Order 13563: Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review
    B. Executive Order 13771: Reducing Regulation and Controlling
Regulatory Costs
    C. Paperwork Reduction Act
    D. Regulatory Flexibility Act
    E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
    F. Executive Order 13132: Federalism
    G. Executive Order 13175: Consultation and Coordination With
Indian Tribal Governments
    H. Executive Order 13045: Protection of Children From
Environmental Health and Safety Risks
    I. Executive Order 13211: Actions Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use
    J. National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) and
1 CFR Part 51
    K. Executive Order 12898: Federal Actions To Address
Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income
Populations
    L. Congressional Review Act
V. References

I. Does this action apply to me?

    This final rule regulates the use of three flammable hydrocarbon
refrigerants, isobutane, propane, and the hydrocarbon blend R-441A, in
new household refrigerators and freezers. Table 1 identifies industry
subsectors that may wish to explore the use of these flammable
refrigerants in this end-use or that may work with equipment using
these refrigerants in the future. Regulated entities may include:

  Table 1--Potentially Regulated Entities by North American Industrial
                   Classification System (NAICS) Code
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                                                        Description of
              Category                  NAICS code    regulated entities
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Industry............................          333415  Manufacturers of
                                                       Refrigerators,
                                                       Freezers, and
                                                       Other
                                                       Refrigerating or
                                                       Freezing
                                                       Equipment,
                                                       Electric or Other
                                                       (NESOI); Heat
                                                       Pumps Not
                                                       Elsewhere
                                                       Specified or
                                                       Included; and
                                                       Parts Thereof.
Industry............................          335222  Household
                                                       Refrigerator and
                                                       Home Freezer
                                                       Manufacturing.
Industry............................          811412  Appliance Repair
                                                       and Maintenance.
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    This table is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather provides a
guide for readers regarding entities likely to be regulated by this
action. This table lists the types of entities that EPA is now aware
could potentially be regulated by this action. Other types of entities
not listed in the table could also be regulated. To determine whether
your entity is regulated by this action, you should carefully examine
the applicability criteria found in 40 CFR part 82. If you have
questions regarding the applicability of this action to a particular
entity, consult the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
CONTACT section.

II. Background

A. What is the affected end-use?

    Household refrigerators, freezers, and combination refrigerators
and freezers are intended primarily for residential use, although they
may be used outside the home (e.g., workplace kitchen pantries). The
designs and refrigeration capacities of equipment vary widely. This
equipment is composed of three main categories--household freezers only
offer storage space at freezing temperatures, household refrigerators
only offer storage space at non-freezing temperatures, and products
with both a refrigerator and freezer in a single unit are most common
and are referred to as combination refrigerators and freezers. Small
refrigerated household appliances exist (e.g., chilled kitchen drawers,
wine coolers, and mini-fridges) that are also within this end-use.
Throughout this notice, we refer to all of these uses with the phrase
``household refrigerators and freezers.'' Household refrigerators and
freezers have all refrigeration components integrated, and for the
smallest types, the refrigeration circuit is entirely brazed or welded.
These systems are charged with refrigerant at the factory and typically
require only an electricity supply to begin operation.
    The 2014 American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Handbook of Refrigeration provides an
overview of food preservation in regards to household refrigerators and
freezers. Generally, a storage temperature between 32 and 39 [deg]F (0
to 3.9 [deg]C) is desirable for preserving fresh food.

Humidity and higher or lower temperatures are more suitable for certain
foods and beverages. Wine chillers, for example, are frequently used
for storing wine, and have slightly higher optimal temperatures from 45
to 65 [deg]F (7.2 to 18.3 [deg]C). Freezers and combination
refrigerators and freezers that are designed to store food for long
durations have temperatures below 8 [deg]F (-13.3 [deg]C) and are
designed to hold temperatures near 0 to 5 [deg]F (-17.7 to -15 [deg]C).
In single-door refrigerators, the optimum conditions for food
preservation are typically warmer than this due to the fact that food
storage is not intended for long-term storage.

B. Refrigerant Flammability

    American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/ASHRAE Standard 34-
2016 assigns a safety group classification for each refrigerant which
consists of two alphanumeric characters (e.g., A2 or B1). The capital
letter indicates the toxicity and the numeral denotes the flammability.
ASHRAE classifies Class A refrigerants as refrigerants for which
toxicity has not been identified at concentrations less than or equal
to 400 parts per million (ppm) by volume, based on data used to
determine threshold limit values (TLV)-time weighted average (TWA) or
consistent indices. Class B signifies refrigerants for which there is
evidence of toxicity at concentrations below 400 ppm by volume, based
on data used to determine TLV-TWA or consistent indices. The
refrigerants are also assigned a flammability classification of 1, 2,
or 3. Tests are conducted in accordance with American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM) E681 using a spark ignition source at 60
[deg]C and 101.3 kPa.\1\
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    \1\ ASHRAE, 2016. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 34-2016: Designation and
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    The flammability classification ``1'' is given to refrigerants
that, when tested, show no flame propagation. The flammability
classification ``2'' is given to refrigerants that, when tested,
exhibit flame propagation, have a heat of combustion less than 19,000
kJ/kg (8,174 British thermal units (BTU)/lb), and have a lower
flammability limit (LFL) greater than 0.10 kg/m\3\. Refrigerants within
flammability classification ``2'' may optionally be designated in the
subclass ``2L'' if they have a maximum burning velocity of 10 cm/s or
lower when tested at 23.0 [deg]C and 101.3 kPa. The flammability
classification ``3'' is given to refrigerants that, when tested,
exhibit flame propagation and that either have a heat of combustion of
19,000 kJ/kg (8,174 BTU/lb) or greater or an LFL of 0.10 kg/m\3\ or
lower. Thus, refrigerants with flammability classification ``3'' are
highly flammable while those with flammability classification ``2'' are
less flammable and those with flammability classification ``2L'' are
mildly flammable. For both toxicity and flammability classifications,
refrigerant blends are designated based on the worst-case of
fractionation determined for the blend. Figure 1 illustrates these
safety group classifications.
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C. Use Conditions

    EPA previously found isobutane, propane, and R-441A acceptable,
subject to use conditions, in new household refrigerators and freezers.
In the proposed and final rules, EPA provided information on the
environmental and health properties of the three refrigerants and the
various substitutes available for use in household refrigerators and
freezers. Additionally, EPA's risk screens for the three refrigerants
are available in the docket for these rulemakings (EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0286
and EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0748).2 3
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    \2\ Isobutane and R-441A: 75 FR 25799, May 10, 2010 (proposed
rule); 76 FR 78832, December 20, 2011 (final rule).
    \3\ Propane: 79 FR 38811, July 9, 2014 (proposed rule); 80 FR
19454, April 10, 2015 (final rule).
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    Isobutane, propane, and R-441A have an ASHRAE classification of A3,
indicating that they have low toxicity and high flammability. The
flammability risks are of concern because household refrigerators and
freezers have traditionally used refrigerants that are not flammable.
In the presence of an ignition source (e.g., static electricity, a
spark resulting from a closing door, or a cigarette), an explosion or a
fire could occur if the concentration of isobutane, propane, and R-441A
were to exceed the LFL of 18,000 ppm, 21,000 ppm, and 20,500 ppm,
respectively.
    To address flammability, EPA listed the refrigerants as acceptable,
subject to use conditions, in new household refrigerators and freezers.
The use conditions address safe use of flammable refrigerants and
include incorporation by reference of Supplement SA to UL Standard 250,
refrigerant charge size limits, and requirements for markings on
equipment using the refrigerants to inform consumers and technicians of
potential flammability hazards. Without appropriate use conditions, the
flammability risk posed by the refrigerants could be higher than non-
flammable refrigerants because

individuals may not be aware that their actions could potentially cause
a fire, and because the refrigerants could be used in existing
equipment that has not been designed specifically to minimize
flammability risks. Our assessment and listing decisions (76 FR 78832;
December 20, 2011 and 80 FR 19454; April 10, 2015) found that with the
use conditions, the overall risk of these substitutes, including the
risk due to flammability, does not present significantly greater risk
in the end-use than other substitutes that are currently or potentially
available for that same end-use.
    The use conditions required the following:
    1. New equipment only; not intended for use as a retrofit
alternative: These refrigerants may be used only in new equipment
designed specifically and clearly identified for the refrigerant (i.e.,
none of these substitutes may be used as a conversion or ``retrofit''
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    2. UL standard: These refrigerants may be used only in a
refrigerator or freezer, or combination refrigerator and freezer, that
meets all requirements listed in Supplement SA to the 10th edition of
the UL Standard for Household Refrigerators and Freezers, UL 250, dated
August 25, 2000). In cases where the final rule includes requirements
more stringent than those of the 10th edition of UL Standard 250, the
appliance must meet the requirements of the final rule in place of the
requirements in the UL standard;
    3. Charge size: The charge size must not exceed 57 grams (2.01
ounces) in any refrigerator, freezer, or combination refrigerator and
freezer in each circuit;
    4. Color-coded hoses and piping: As provided in clauses SA6.1.1 and
SA6.1.2 of UL Standard 250, 10th edition, the refrigerator, freezer, or
combination refrigerator and freezer must have red Pantone Matching
System (PMS) #185 marked pipes, hoses, or other devices through which
the refrigerant passes, to indicate the use of a flammable refrigerant.
This color must be present at all service ports and other parts of the
system where service puncturing or other actions creating an opening
from the refrigerant circuit to the atmosphere might be expected and
must extend a minimum of one (1) inch in both directions from such
locations; and
    5. Labeling: The following markings, or the equivalent, must be
provided and must be permanent:
    a. ``DANGER--Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant Used.
Do Not Use Mechanical Devices To Defrost Refrigerator. Do Not Puncture
Refrigerant Tubing.'' This marking must be provided on or near any
evaporators that can be contacted by the consumer.
    b. ``DANGER--Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant Used.
To Be Repaired Only By Trained Service Personnel. Do Not Puncture
Refrigerant Tubing.'' This marking must be located near the machine
compartment.
    c. ``CAUTION--Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant
Used. Consult Repair Manual/Owner's Guide Before Attempting To Service
This Product. All Safety Precautions Must be Followed.'' This marking
must be located near the machine compartment.
    d. ``CAUTION--Risk of Fire or Explosion. Dispose of Properly In
Accordance With Federal Or Local Regulations. Flammable Refrigerant
Used.'' This marking must be provided on the exterior of the
refrigeration equipment.
    e. ``CAUTION--Risk of Fire or Explosion Due To Puncture Of
Refrigerant Tubing; Follow Handling Instructions Carefully. Flammable
Refrigerant Used.'' This marking must be provided near all exposed
refrigerant tubing.
    f. All of these markings must be in letters no less than 6.4 mm
(\1/4\ inch) high.

D. Revised UL Standard 60335-2-24

    UL first established Standard 60335-2-24 on August 21, 2006, to
address the safety of household and similar electrical appliances that
use flammable refrigerants. Specifically, the standard applies to the
safety of refrigerating appliances for household and similar use, ice-
makers incorporating a motor-compressor and ice-makers intended to be
incorporated in frozen food storage compartments, and refrigerating
appliances and ice-makers for use in camping, touring caravans and
boats for leisure purposes. In response to industry's interest to
reconsider the use of flammable refrigerants in refrigeration and air
conditioning (AC) equipment and at larger charge sizes, UL formed a
Joint Task Group (JTG) comprised of members of its Standards Technical
Panel (STP) in 2011. The JTG was tasked with developing recommendations
for addressing the use and safety of refrigerants classified as A2,
A2L, and A3.
    One of the outcomes of the work of the JTG is the revised UL
Standard 60335-2-24, which is based on International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) Standard 60335-2-24 ``Household and Similar Electrical
Appliances--Safety--Part 2-24: Particular Requirements for
Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-Cream Appliances and Ice-Makers''
(edition 7.1, May 2012). The revised UL Standard 60335-2-24 was
developed in an open and consensus-based approach, with the assistance
of experts in the refrigeration and AC industry as well as experts
involved in assessing the safety of products. The revision cycle,
including final recirculation, concluded on February 6, 2017, and UL
published the updated standard on April 28, 2017. The 2017 standard
supersedes the previous edition published in August 2006, and also
replaces the current edition of UL Standard 250 (10th edition, August
2000).
    The revised UL Standard 60335-2-24 establishes requirements for the
evaluation of household and similar electrical appliances and the safe
use of refrigerants with a flammability classification of A2, A2L, or
A3. The charge size limit for each separate refrigerant circuit (i.e.,
compressor, condenser, evaporator, and refrigerant piping) is 150 grams
(5.3 ounces). This differs from the charge size limit in Supplement SA
to UL 250, which was 50 grams. Similar to Supplement SA to UL 250, UL
Standard 60335-2-24 requires testing of refrigeration appliances
containing flammable refrigerants, including leakage tests, temperature
and scratch tests, and heat testing requirements to address the hazards
due to ignition of leaked refrigerant by potential ignition sources
associated with the appliance (see sections 22.107-22.110 and the
relevant annexes of the standard for specific testing requirements).
These tests are intended, among other things, to ensure that any leaks
will result in concentrations well below the LFL, and that potential
ignition sources will not be able to create temperatures high enough to
start a fire. Appliances that are in compliance with UL Standard 60335-
2-24 have passed appropriate ignition or leakage tests as stipulated in
the standard. Passing the leakage test ensures that refrigerant
concentrations in the event of a leak do not reach or exceed 75 percent
of the LFL inside any internal or external electrical component
compartments.

III. What action is the Agency taking?

A. Use Conditions

    In this direct final rule, EPA is replacing the reference to the
2000 UL Standard 250 in use condition ``2'' with the updated 2017 UL
Standard 60335-2-24 ``Safety Requirements for

Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2: Particular
Requirements for Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-Cream Appliances and
Ice-Makers'' (2nd Edition, April 28, 2017). In addition, EPA is
replacing the use conditions in ``3,'' ``4,'' and ``5'' with the
updated 2017 UL standard 60335-2-24 because the UL standard provides
for the identical requirements in those use conditions and thus
provides the same level of assurance that the three substitutes can be
used as safely as nonflammable alternatives. The revised use conditions
apply to new household refrigerators and freezers manufactured after
the effective date of this regulation. The new use conditions are as
follows:
    1. New equipment only; not intended for use as a retrofit
alternative: Propane, isobutane, and R-441A may be used only in new
equipment designed specifically and clearly identified for the
refrigerant (i.e., none of these substitutes may be used as a
conversion or ``retrofit'' \5\ refrigerant for existing equipment
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    2. UL standard: These refrigerants may be used only in equipment
that meets all requirements in UL Standard 60335-2-24 (2nd edition,
April 28, 2017).
a. Charge Size
    EPA previously required a charge size limit of 57 grams (2.01
ounces) for each separate refrigerant circuit in a refrigerator or
freezer in use condition ``3.'' In this action, EPA is removing use
condition ``3.'' To comply with UL Standard 60335-2-24, the maximum
charge size for each separate refrigerant circuit in a refrigerator or
freezer would need to be 150 grams (5.29 ounces), consistent with UL
Standard 60335-2-24.
    EPA evaluated reasonable worst-case and more typical, yet
conservative, scenarios to model the effects of the sudden release of
each refrigerant from a household refrigerator or freezer containing
the maximum charge size of 150 grams (5.29 ounces). This was done to
determine whether the refrigerants would present flammability or
toxicity concerns for consumers or workers, including those servicing
or disposing of appliances. To represent a reasonable worst-case
scenario, it was assumed that a catastrophic leak of each refrigerant
would occur while the refrigerator or freezer unit is located in a
residential kitchen with a height of approximately 2.4 meters (i.e., a
standard 8-foot ceiling) and a minimum effective volume of 18 m\3\ (640
ft\3\) or an effective volume of 53 m\3\ (1,870 ft\3\) (i.e., excluding
the space filled by cabinets, other kitchen equipment) (Murray 1997).
The minimum kitchen volume of 18 m\3\ (640 ft\3\) does not consider
residential kitchen spaces that are often connected to other rooms
(e.g., living room, dining room) through open pathways or swinging
doors, which would also increase the effective volume of the space into
which a refrigerant would be released, thereby reducing the likelihood
that the instantaneous concentration of the refrigerants would exceed
the LFL. Conversely, the larger kitchen volume used in the analysis
(i.e., 53 m\3\) considers air-mixing that is likely to occur within the
spaces that are adjacent to the kitchen (Murray 1997). Both kitchen
volumes modeled in this analysis are conservative, as the average
kitchen zone volume in the United States is 199 m\3\; the minimum
kitchen zone volume is 31 m\3\; and 99 percent of the sampled kitchen
zones are larger than 53 m\3\ (Murray 1997).
    EPA's analysis for each of the refrigerants revealed that even if
the unit's full charge were emitted within one minute, the
concentration would not reach the LFL for that refrigerant in the less
conservative 53 m\3\ (1,870 ft\3\) kitchen, showing a lack of
flammability risk. The threshold analyses demonstrated that a
flammability concern could exist in the minimum modeled kitchen volume
(i.e., 18 m\3\ (640 ft\3\)) if the charge size of the household
refrigerator or freezer exceeded 120 grams, which is slightly smaller
than the maximum modeled charge size (i.e., 150 grams). However, the
estimated exposures were derived using conservative assumptions (e.g.,
small room size, no ventilation). A 150-gram household refrigeration
unit would have to be installed in a kitchen at least 2.3 times smaller
than the less conservative kitchen size modeled in the worst-case
conditions at end-use in order for flammability to be of concern. As a
result, EPA determined that a release of a 150-gram unit does not
present a significant flammability risk in the reasonable worst-case
scenario for the three refrigerants in household refrigerators and
freezers.
    Concerning toxicity of the refrigerants, our risk screens find that
the 30-minute acute exposure guideline level (AEGL) (i.e., 6,900 ppm)
is exceeded only in the worst-case scenario for the minimum kitchen
volume (i.e., 18 m\3\). Based upon our analysis, the minimum room sizes
in which installed equipment could cause a toxicity concern would have
to be approximately 0.8 times smaller than the maximum modeled room
size of 53 m\3\ (1,870 ft\3\), which is a conservative kitchen volume
in the United States (Murray 1997). Thus, we have determined that
isobutane, propane, and R-441A do not pose significantly greater
flammability and toxicity risks than other acceptable refrigerants in
the household refrigerators and freezers end-use. The higher charge
size included in the revised use condition will provide greater
flexibility to appliance manufacturers in the design of equipment while
also ensuring that such equipment will not pose greater risk than
similar equipment using other acceptable alternatives. For more
information about EPA's risk assessments, see the docket for this
rulemaking (EPA-HQ-OAR-2017-0472).
b. Color-Coded Hoses and Piping, and Labeling
    UL Standard 60335-2-24 includes requirements for red PMS #185
marked pipes, hoses, and other devices through which the refrigerant
passes, and requirements for markings in letters no less than 6.4 mm
(\1/4\ inch) high to inform consumers and technicians of potential
flammability hazards are addressed in (see sections 7.1 and 22.106 of
the standard for additional information on the required marking and
warning labels). Retaining the use conditions in ``4'' and ``5'' in
EPA's previous hydrocarbon refrigerants rules would be redundant of the
updated standard. Therefore, we are replacing the use conditions in
``4'' and ``5'' with UL Standard 60335-2-24.

B. Incorporation by Reference

    Through this action EPA is incorporating by reference UL Standard
60335-2-24, ``Safety Requirements for Household and Similar Electrical
Appliances, Part 2: Particular Requirements for Refrigerating
Appliances, Ice-Cream Appliances and Ice-Makers'' (2nd edition, April
2017), which establishes requirements for the evaluation of household
and similar electrical appliances, and safe use of flammable
refrigerants. This approach is the same as that used to incorporate
Supplement SA to UL 250 10th edition in our previous rules on flammable
refrigerants (76 FR 78832, December 20, 2011; 80 FR 19454, April 10,
2015).
    The UL standard is available for purchase by mail at: COMM 2000,
151 Eastern Avenue, Bensenville, IL 60106; Email:
[email protected]; Telephone: 1-888-853-3503 in the U.S. or
Canada (other countries dial 1-415-

352-2178); Internet address: http://www.shopulstandards.com/ProductDetail.aspx?productId=UL60335-2-24_2_B_20170428(ULStandards2).
The cost of UL 60335-2-24 is $454 for an electronic copy and $567 for
hardcopy. UL also offers a subscription service to the Standards
Certification Customer Library (SCCL) that allows unlimited access to
their standards and related documents. The cost of obtaining this
standard is not a significant financial burden for equipment
manufacturers and purchase is not required for those selling,
installing and servicing the equipment. Therefore, EPA concludes that
the UL standard being incorporated by reference is reasonably
available.

C. Equipment Manufactured Prior to Effective Date of This Rule

    The use conditions in this rule apply to new household
refrigerators and freezers manufactured after the effective date of
this regulation. New household refrigerators and freezers manufactured
and used with isobutane on or after January 19, 2012, or such equipment
manufactured and used with propane or R-441A on or after May 10, 2015,
was required to meet the requirements of the earlier use conditions of
the December 20, 2011 and April 10, 2015 final rules, including
compliance with UL 250 (10th edition, August 25, 2000), ``Household
Refrigerators and Freezers.'' This rule does not apply to or affect
equipment manufactured before the effective date of this rule and which
was manufactured in compliance with the SNAP requirements applicable at
the time of manufacture.

IV. Statutory and Executive Order Reviews

    Additional information about these statutes and Executive Orders
can be found at https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/laws-and-executive-orders.

A. Executive Order 12866: Regulatory Planning and Review and Executive
Order 13563: Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review

    This action is not a significant regulatory action and was
therefore not submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
for review.

B. Executive Order 13771: Reducing Regulation and Controlling
Regulatory Costs

    This action is not an Executive Order 13771 regulatory action
because this action is not significant under Executive Order 12866.

C. Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA)

    This action does not impose any new information collection burden
under the PRA. OMB has previously approved the information collection
requirements contained in the existing regulations and has assigned OMB
control number 2060-0226. This rule contains no new requirements for
reporting or recordkeeping.

D. Regulatory Flexibility Act

    I certify that this action will not have a significant economic
impact on a substantial number of small entities under the RFA. In
making this determination, the impact of concern is any significant
adverse economic impact on small entities. An agency may certify that a
rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities if the rule relieves regulatory burden, has no
net burden or otherwise has a positive economic effect on the small
entities subject to the rule.
    The use conditions of this rule apply to manufacturers of new
household refrigerators and freezers, that choose to use flammable
refrigerants. This action allows equipment manufacturers to use
flammable refrigerants at a higher charge size than previously allowed
in new household refrigerators and freezers but does not mandate such
use; the change to the use conditions allows more flexibility for
manufacturers in the design of equipment and thus reduces the
regulatory burden to the regulated community. In some cases, it may
reduce costs by allowing manufacturers to design equipment with a
single, larger refrigerant circuit instead of multiple, smaller
refrigerant circuits for the same piece of equipment.

E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (UMRA)

    This action does not contain any unfunded mandate as described in
UMRA, 2 U.S.C. 1531-1538, and does not significantly or uniquely affect
small governments. The action imposes no enforceable duty on any state,
local or tribal governments or the private sector.

F. Executive Order 13132: Federalism

    This action does not have federalism implications. It will not have
substantial direct effects on the states, on the relationship between
the national government and the states, or on the distribution of power
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.

G. Executive Order 13175: Consultation and Coordination With Indian
Tribal Governments

    This action does not have tribal implications as specified in
Executive Order 13175. It will not have substantial direct effects on
tribal governments, on the relationship between the Federal government
and Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities
between the Federal government and Indian tribes, as specified in
Executive Order 13175. Thus, Executive Order 13175 does not apply to
this action.

H. Executive Order 13045: Protection of Children From Environmental
Health and Safety Risks

    This action is not subject to Executive Order 13045 because it is
not economically significant as defined in Executive Order 12866, and
because EPA does not believe the environmental health or safety risks
addressed by this action present a disproportionate risk to children.
This action's health and risk assessments are contained in risk screens
for the various substitutes.6 7 8 The risk screens are
available in the docket for this rulemaking.
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    \6\ ICF, 2017a. Risk Screen on Substitutes in Household
Refrigerators and Freezers; Substitute: Propane (R-290).
    \7\ ICF, 2017b. Risk Screen on Substitutes in Household
Refrigerators and Freezers; Substitute: Isobutane (R-600a).
    \8\ ICF, 2017c. Risk Screen on Substitutes in Household
Refrigerators and Freezers; Substitute: R-441A.
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I. Executive Order 13211: Actions Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use

    This action is not a ``significant energy action'' because it is
not likely to have a significant adverse effect on the supply,
distribution or use of energy.

J. National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) and 1 CFR
Part 51

    This action involves a technical standard. EPA is revising the use
conditions for the household refrigerators and freezers end-use by
incorporating by reference the UL Standard 60335-2-24, ``Safety
Requirements for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2:
Particular Requirements for Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-Cream
Appliances and Ice-Makers'' (2nd edition, April 2017), which
establishes requirements for the evaluation of household and similar
electrical appliances, and safe use of flammable refrigerants. UL
Standard 60335-2-24

supersedes the current edition of UL Standard 250, Supplement SA,
``Requirements for Refrigerators and Freezers Employing a Flammable
Refrigerant in the Refrigerating System'' (10th Edition, August 2000).
EPA's revision to the use conditions will replace the 2000 UL standard
250 with the 2017 UL standard 60335-2-24. This standard is available at
https://standardscatalog.ul.com/standards/en/standard_60335-2-24_2, and
may be purchased by mail at: COMM 2000, 151 Eastern Avenue,
Bensenville, IL 60106; Email: [email protected]; Telephone: 1-
888-853-3503 in the U.S. or Canada (other countries dial 1-415-352-
2178); Internet address: http://www.shopulstandards.com/ProductDetail.aspx?productId=UL60335-2-24_2_B_20170428(ULStandards2).
The cost of UL 60335-2-24 is $454 for an electronic copy and $567 for
hardcopy. UL also offers a subscription service to the Standards
Certification Customer Library (SCCL) that allows unlimited access to
their standards and related documents. The cost of obtaining this
standard is not a significant financial burden for equipment
manufacturers and purchase is not required for those selling,
installing and servicing the equipment. Therefore, EPA concludes that
the UL standard being incorporated by reference is reasonably
available.

K. Executive Order 12898: Federal Actions To Address Environmental
Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations

    The human health or environmental risk addressed by this action
will not have potential disproportionately high and adverse human
health or environmental effects on minority, low-income or indigenous
populations. This action's health and environmental risk assessments
are contained in the risk screens for the various substitutes. The risk
screens are available in the docket for this rulemaking.

L. Congressional Review Act (CRA)

    This action is subject to the CRA, and 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).

V. References

    Unless specified otherwise, all documents are available
electronically through the Federal Docket Management System, Docket #
EPA-HQ-OAR-2017-0472.

ASHRAE, 2016. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 34-2016: Designation and Safety
Classification of Refrigerants.
ICF, 2017a. Risk Screen on Substitutes in Household Refrigerators
and Freezers; Substitute: Propane (R-290).
ICF, 2017b. Risk Screen on Substitutes in Household Refrigerators
and Freezers; Substitute: Isobutane (R-600a).
ICF, 2017c. Risk Screen on Substitutes in Household Refrigerators
and Freezers; Substitute: R-441A.
Murray, D.M. (1997). Residential house and zone volumes in the
United States: empirical and estimated parametric distributions.
Risk Anal 17: 439-446. Available online at: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1539-6924.1997.tb00884.x/full.
UL 250. Household Refrigerators and Freezers. 10th edition.
Supplement SA: Requirements for Refrigerators and Freezers Employing
a Flammable Refrigerant in the Refrigerating System. August 2000.
UL 60335-2-24. Safety Requirements for Household and Similar
Electrical Appliances, Part 2: Particular Requirements for
Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-Cream Appliances and Ice-Makers. 2nd
edition. April 2017.

List of Subjects in 40 CFR Part 82

    Environmental protection, Administrative practice and procedure,
Air pollution control, Incorporation by reference, Recycling, Reporting
and recordkeeping requirements, Stratospheric ozone layer.

    Dated: November 20, 2017.
E. Scott Pruitt,
Administrator.
    For the reasons set out in the preamble, 40 CFR part 82 is amended
as follows:

PART 82--PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE

0
1. The authority citation for part 82 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  42 U.S.C. 7414, 7601, 7671-7671q.

Subpart G--Significant New Alternatives Policy Program

0
2. Amend Appendix R to subpart G of part 82 by:
0
a. Revising the heading;
0
b. Removing the two entries in the table for ``Household refrigerators,
freezers, and combination refrigerators and freezers (New equipment
only)'' and adding a new entry in their place; and
0
c. Revising the NOTE at the end of the table.
    The revisions and additions to read as follows:

Appendix R to Subpart G of Part 82--Substitutes Subject to Use
Restrictions Listed in the December 20, 2011, Final Rule, Effective
February 21, 2012, in the April 10, 2015 Final Rule, Effective May 11,
2015, and in the December 11, 2017 Final Rule, Effective March 12, 2018

                                                Substitutes That Are Acceptable Subject to Use Conditions
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              End-use                      Substitute               Decision                   Use conditions                  Further information
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Household refrigerators, freezers,   Isobutane (R-600a)      Acceptable subject to   As of March 12, 2018: \9\ These    Applicable OSHA requirements at
 and combination refrigerators and    Propane (R-290) R-41A.  use conditions.         refrigerants may be used only in   29 CFR part 1910 must be
 freezers (New equipment only).                                                       new equipment designed             followed, including those at 29
                                                                                specifically and clearly           CFR 1910.106 (flammable and
                                                                                identified for the refrigerant     combustible liquids), 1910.110
                                                                                (i.e., none of these substitutes   (storage and handling of
                                                                                may be used as a conversion or     liquefied petroleum gases),
                                                                                ``retrofit'' refrigerant for       1910.157 (portable fire
                                                                                existing equipment designed for    extinguishers), and 1910.1000
                                                                                a different refrigerant).          (toxic and hazardous
                                                                                These refrigerants may be used      substances).Proper ventilation
                                                                                only in a refrigerator or          should be maintained at all
                                                                                freezer, or combination            times during the manufacture
                                                                                refrigerator and freezer, that     and storage of equipment
                                                                                meets all requirements listed in   containing hydrocarbon
                                                                                the 2nd edition of the             refrigerants through adherence
                                                                                Underwriters Laboratories (UL)     to good manufacturing practices
                                                                                Standard for Safety: Household     as per 29 CFR 1910.106. If
                                                                                and Similar Electrical             refrigerant levels in the air
                                                                                Appliances--Safety--Part 2-24:     surrounding the equipment rise
                                                                                Particular Requirements for        above one-fourth of the lower
                                                                                Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-     flammability limit, the space
                                                                                Cream Appliances and Ice-Makers,   should be evacuated and re-
                                                                                UL 60335-2-24, dated April 28,     entry should occur only after
                                                                                2017.                              the space has been properly
                                                                                ventilated.
                                                                                Technicians and equipment
                                                                                manufacturers should wear
                                                                                appropriate personal protective
                                                                                equipment, including chemical
                                                                                goggles and protective gloves,
                                                                                when handling these
                                                                                refrigerants. Special care
                                                                                should be taken to avoid
                                                                                contact with the skin since
                                                                                these refrigerants, like many
                                                                                refrigerants, can cause freeze
                                                                                burns on the skin. A Class B
                                                                                dry powder type fire
                                                                                extinguisher should be kept
                                                                                nearby.
                                                                                Technicians should only use
                                                                                spark-proof tools when working
                                                                                on refrigerators and freezers
                                                                                with these refrigerants.
                                                                                Any recovery equipment used
                                                                                should be designed for
                                                                                flammable refrigerants. Any
                                                                                refrigerant releases should be
                                                                                in a well-ventilated area, such
                                                                                as outside of a building. Only
                                                                                technicians specifically
                                                                                trained in handling flammable
                                                                                refrigerants should service
                                                                                refrigerators and freezers
                                                                                containing these refrigerants.
                                                                                Technicians should gain an
                                                                                understanding of minimizing the
                                                                                risk of fire and the steps to
                                                                                use flammable refrigerants
                                                                                safely.

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Note: The use conditions in this appendix contain references to certain standards from Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL). The standards are
  incorporated by reference, and the referenced sections are made part of the regulations in part 82:
1. UL 471. Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers. 10th edition. Supplement SB: Requirements for Refrigerators and Freezers Employing a Flammable
  Refrigerant in the Refrigerating System. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. November 24, 2010.
2. UL 484. Room Air Conditioners. 8th edition. Supplement SA: Requirements for Room Air Conditioners Employing a Flammable Refrigerant in the
  Refrigerating System and Appendices B through F. December 21, 2007, with changes through August 3, 2012.
3. UL 541. Refrigerated Vending Machines. 7th edition. Supplement SA: Requirements for Refrigerated Venders Employing a Flammable Refrigerant in the
  Refrigerating System. December 30, 2011
4. UL Standard 60335-2-24. Standard for Safety: Requirements for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances,--Safety--Part 2-24: Particular
  Requirements for Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-Cream Appliances and Ice-Makers, Second edition, dated April 28, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of the material under ``Use Conditions'' in the table ``SUBSTITUTES THAT
  ARE ACCEPTABLE SUBJECT TO USE CONDITIONS'' (5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51). Copies of UL Standards 60335-2-24, 471, 484, and 541 may be purchased
  by mail at: COMM 2000, 151 Eastern Avenue, Bensenville, IL 60106; Email: [email protected]; Telephone: 1-888-853-3503 in the U.S. or Canada
  (other countries dial 1-415-352-2178); Internet address: http://www.shopulstandards.com/Catalog.aspx.
You may inspect a copy at U.S. EPA's Air Docket; EPA West Building, Room 3334; 1301 Constitution Ave. NW.; Washington, DC or at the National Archives
  and Records Administration (NARA). For questions regarding access to these standards, the telephone number of EPA'S Air Docket is<PHONE_NUMBER>. For
  information on the availability of this material at NARA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

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    \9\ Prior to this date, manufacturers of new household
refrigerants and freezers must comply with the use conditions in
EPA's previous hydrocarbon refrigerants rules (76 FR 78832, December
20, 2011; 80 FR 19454, April 10, 2015), codified at 40 CFR part 82,
Appendix R to subpart G, which include a charge limit of 57 grams
for each separate refrigerant circuit and a requirement to meet
Supplement SA to the UL 250 Standard, 10th edition, for household
refrigerators and freezers.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

[Docket No. USCG-2017-0723]

Public Workshop on Marine Technology and Standards

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice; correction.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is correcting a notice that appeared in the
Federal Register of August 8, 2017. The document announced an upcoming
Public Workshop on Marine Technology and Standards to be held on
October 16 and 17, 2017 in Washington, DC. The document had an
incorrect amount for the registration fee.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this
notice, contact Wayne Lundy, Office of Design and Engineering
Standards, USCG, by telephone at<PHONE_NUMBER> or email:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In the Federal Register of August 8, 2017
(82 FR 37104), the Coast Guard published a notice announcing a Public
Workshop on Marine Technology and Standards.

Correction

    In FR Notice Doc. No. 2017-16694, published August 8, 2017, at 82
FR 37104, make the following corrections:
    1. On page 37105 in the second column under ``Registration'',
correct the phrase ``$325 USD if submitted on or before October 2, 2017
and $375 USD if submitted after October 2, 2017'' to read ``$490 USD if
submitted on or before October 15, 2017 and $540 USD if registering on-
site.''
    2. Following the words ``if registering on-site'', from the
correction in paragraph 1 above, add the following sentence:
    ``In addition, registered attendees may receive a certificate from
ASME following the workshop that awards Professional Development Hours
for attendance at all sessions over the 2-day period.''

    Dated: August 18, 2017.
J.G. Lantz,
Director of Commercial Regulations and Standards, U.S. Coast Guard.
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Office of Prevention, 			Pesticides, and

Toxic Substances

MEMORANDUM

Date:  January 17, 2007

SUBJECT:     Response to Ethofumesate RED Error Comments From Bayer Cropscience

                       (PC Code: 110601, DP Barcode: D296953)

FROM:          Lewis Ross Brown, Biologist

          Amer Al-Mudallal, Environmental Scientist

                      Nancy Andrews, Branch Chief

          Environmental Risk Branch I

          Environmental Fate and Effects Division (7507C)

TO:                Nathan Mottl, Chemical Review Manager

                      Special Review Branch I

                      Special Review and Registration Division (7508C)

EFED/ERB1 has reviewed the Ethofumesate RED Error Comments from Bayer Cropscience.  The following errors are being corrected or addressed by EFED:

Bayer Comments:

Bayer Comment E. Cover memorandum dated August 20, 2005 to Ethofumesate Revised Environmental Fate and Effects Division Preliminary Risk Assessment for the Ethofumesate Reregistration Eligibility Decision Document (OPP-2004-0346-0022 and OPP-2004-0346-0023)

E1. On the 4th Page of Document E (pages are not numbered) it is stated that

“No toxicity testing was performed for aquatic vascular plants. Therefore,

additional data for aquatic vascular plants is needed to fully understand the

effect of ethofumesate on aquatic systems (including indirect and habitat

effects)”.

Aquatic plant toxicity study conduced with Lemna minor (OPPTS 850.4400): submitted on 01/21/05 (MRID 46450701)

EFED Response:

This study has been reviewed by EFED/ERB1, categorized as “Supplemental” based on its scientific data, and incorporated into the RED during Public Comment Period.

All other BCS registrant comments have been addressed in an agency memorandum dated August 31, 2005 (DP Barcode: D296942).


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[Notices]
[Pages 18214-18215]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Project No. 2055-087]

Idaho Power; Notice of Availability of Land Management Plan
Update for the Shoshone Falls Project and Soliciting Comments, Motions
To Intervene, and Protests

    Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been
filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection:
    a. Application Type: Land Management Plan Update.
    b. Project No.: 2055-087.
    c. Date Filed: December 22, 2010.
    d. Applicant: Idaho Power.
    e. Name of Project: C.J. Strike Hydroelectric Project.
    f. Location: The project is located in south-western Idaho on the
Snake River from river mile 525 near Hammett to river mile 493 near
Grand View in Owyhee and Elmore counties.
    g. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791a-825r.
    h. Applicant Contact: L. Lewis Wardle, Licensing Program
Coordinator, Idaho Power, PO Box 70, 1221 W Idaho Street, Boise, ID
83702,<PHONE_NUMBER><EMAIL_ADDRESS>    i. FERC Contact: Dr. Mark Ivy,<PHONE_NUMBER><EMAIL_ADDRESS>    j. Deadline for filing comments, motions to intervene, and
protests: April 25, 2011.
    All documents may be filed electronically via the Internet. See, 18
CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web
site at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. If unable to be
filed electronically, documents may be paper-filed. To paper-file, an
original and seven copies should be mailed to: Secretary, Federal
Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC
20426. Commenters can submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters,
without prior registration, using the eComment system at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ecomment.asp. You must include your name and
contact information at the end of your comments.
    Please include the project number (P-2055-087) on any comments,
motions, or recommendations filed.

    k. Description of the Application: Idaho Power Company, licensee of
the C.J. Strike Hydroelectric Project, has filed a Land Management Plan
(LMP) update for the project. The LMP is a comprehensive plan to manage
project lands including control of noxious weeds, protection and
enhancement of riparian habitats, and protection and enhancement of
shoreline habitats in a manner that is consistent with license
requirements and project purposes, and to address the needs and
interests of stakeholders.
    l. Locations of the Application: A copy of the application is
available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission's Public
Reference Room, located at 888 First Street, NE., Room 2A, Washington,
DC 20426, or by calling<PHONE_NUMBER>. This filing may also be viewed
on the Commission's Web site at http://www.ferc.gov using the
``eLibrary'' link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three
digits in the docket number field to access the document. You may also
register online at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/esubscription.asp to
be notified via e-mail of new filings and issuances related to this or
other pending projects. For assistance, call 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>for TTY, call<PHONE_NUMBER>. A copy is
also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item
(h) above.
    m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing
list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission.
    n. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene: Anyone may submit
comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the
requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211,
.214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission
will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who
file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules
may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or
motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified
comment date for the particular application.
    o. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents: Any filing must (1)
Bear in all capital letters the title ``COMMENTS'', ``PROTEST'', or
``MOTION TO INTERVENE'' as applicable; (2) set forth in the heading the
name of the applicant and the project number of the application to
which the filing responds; (3) furnish the name, address, and telephone
number of the person protesting or intervening; and (4) otherwise
comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 385.2001 through 385.2005. All
comments, motions to intervene, or protests must set forth their
evidentiary basis and otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR
4.34(b). All comments, motions to intervene, or protests should relate
to project works which are the subject of the amendment application.
Agencies may obtain copies of the application directly from the
applicant. A copy of any protest or motion to intervene must be served
upon each representative of the applicant specified in the particular
application. If an intervener files comments or documents with the
Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the
responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve
a copy of the document on that resource agency. A copy of all other
filings in reference to this application must be accompanied by proof
of service on all persons listed in the service list prepared by the
Commission in this proceeding, in accordance with 18 CFR 4.34(b) and
385.2010.

    Dated: March 25, 2011.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

[SEC File No. 270-617, OMB Control No. 3235-0728]

Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension: Rule 17Ab2-2

Upon Written Request, Copies Available From: Securities and Exchange
Commission, Office of FOIA Services, 100 F Street NE, Washington, DC
20549-2736

    Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act
of 1995 (``PRA'') (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Securities and Exchange
Commission (``Commission'') is soliciting comments on the existing
collection of information provided for in Rule 17Ab2-2 (17 CFR
240.17Ab2-2) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78a
et seq.). The Commission plans to submit this existing collection of
information to the Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') for
extension and approval.
    Exchange Act Rule 17Ab2-2 establishes procedures for the Commission
to make a determination, either of its own initiative or upon
application by any clearing agency or member of a clearing agency,
whether a covered clearing agency is systemically important in multiple
jurisdictions and procedures to determine, if the Commission deems
appropriate, whether any of the activities of a clearing agency
providing central counterparty services, in addition to clearing
agencies registered with the Commission for the purpose of clearing
security-based swaps, have a more complex risk profile. In addition,
Exchange Act Rule 17Ab2-2 provides a procedure for the Commission to
determine whether to rescind any such determinations previously made by
the Commission.
    Because determinations made by the Commission pursuant to Exchange
Act Rule 17Ab2-2 may be made upon the request of a clearing agency,
respondent clearing agencies would have the burden of preparing such
requests for submission to the Commission.
    Commission staff estimates that Rule 17Ab2-2 will impose a PRA
burden on registered clearing agencies that seek a determination from
the Commission regarding the covered clearing agency's status as
systemically important in multiple jurisdictions. Commission staff
estimates that two registered clearing agencies or their members on
their behalf will apply for a Commission determination, or may be
subject to a Commission-initiated determination, regarding whether a
registered clearing agency is involved in activities with a more
complex risk profile or whether a covered clearing agency is
systemically important in multiple jurisdictions.
    Commission staff estimates that each respondent clearing agency
incurs a one-time burden of 10 hours and a one-time cost of $2,000 to
draft and review a determination request submitted to the Commission,
for a total of 20 hours and $4,000 for all respondents. The total
annualized burden and cost for all respondents are 6.66 hours and
$1,333.33.
    Written comments are invited on: (a) whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of
the functions of the Commission, including whether the information
shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Commission's
estimates of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c)
ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information
collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of
information on respondents, including through the use of automated
collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
Consideration will be given to comments and suggestions submitted in
writing by November 14, 2022.
    An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required
to respond to, a collection of information under the PRA unless it
displays a currently valid OMB control number.
    Please direct your written comments to: David Bottom, Director/
Chief Information Officer, Securities and Exchange Commission, c/o John
Pezzullo, 100 F Street NE, Washington, DC 20549, or send an email to:
[email protected].

    Dated: September 7, 2022.
J. Matthew DeLesDernier,
Deputy Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2022-19677 Filed 9-12-22; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Federal Emergency Management Agency

[Internal Agency Docket No. FEMA-3388-EM; Docket ID FEMA-2018-0001]

Seminole Tribe of Florida; Amendment No. 4 to Notice of an
Emergency Declaration

AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency, DHS.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: This notice amends the notice of an emergency declaration for
the Seminole Tribe of Florida (FEMA-3388-EM), dated September 8, 2017,
and related determinations.

DATES: The change occurred on August 29, 2018.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dean Webster, Office of Response and
Recovery, Federal Emergency Management Agency, 500 C Street SW,
Washington, DC 20472,<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) hereby gives notice that pursuant to the authority vested in the
Administrator, under Executive Order 12148, as amended, Thomas J.
McCool, of FEMA is appointed to act as the Federal Coordinating Officer
for this emergency.
    This action terminates the appointment of Allan Jarvis as Federal
Coordinating Officer for this emergency.

    The following Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Numbers
(CFDA) are to be used for reporting and drawing funds: 97.030,
Community Disaster Loans; 97.031, Cora Brown Fund; 97.032, Crisis
Counseling; 97.033, Disaster Legal Services; 97.034, Disaster
Unemployment Assistance (DUA); 97.046, Fire Management Assistance
Grant; 97.048, Disaster Housing Assistance to Individuals and
Households In Presidentially Declared Disaster Areas; 97.049,
Presidentially Declared Disaster Assistance--Disaster Housing
Operations for Individuals and Households; 97.050, Presidentially
Declared Disaster Assistance to Individuals and Households--Other
Needs; 97.036, Disaster Grants--Public Assistance (Presidentially
Declared Disasters); 97.039, Hazard Mitigation Grant.

Brock Long,
Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency.
[FR Doc. 2018-21238 Filed 9-28-18; 8:45 am]
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                     UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY       Region 1             5 Post Office Square, Suite 100       Boston, MA  02109-3912

   August 15, 2022

   Robert R. Scott, Commissioner    New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services    29 Hazen Drive    Concord, NH 03302

   Dear Mr. Scott:

   On May 5, 2022, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received "NH Regional Haze Plan Periodic Comprehensive Revision" and "Env-A 2300 Mitigation of Regional Haze" state implementation plan (SIP) revision from New Hampshire DES.  The SIP revision was submitted to meet the Clean Air Act and Regional Haze Rule requirements for the regional haze program's 2nd planning period.          EPA finds that New Hampshire's SIP revision meets the completeness criteria outlined in 40 CFR Part 51, Appendix V. While EPA has determined that the SIP revision is complete, we are currently reviewing the SIP revision to determine its approvability. Please note that a completeness determination does not constitute a finding on the merits of the submission or whether it meets the relevant criteria for SIP approval.

   If you or your staff have any questions on this rulemaking, please contact Eric Rackauskas at<PHONE_NUMBER> and/or<EMAIL_ADDRESS>

   Sincerely,

   Lynne Hamjian, Director    Air and Radiation Division        cc: Catherine Beahm, NH DES (email)


From:
"Tunno, Brett J"<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Sent:
Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:23:09
To:
"Jones; DonnaLee"<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Gary Fischman<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Cc:
Dzurinko, Mike G<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Raymond, Gabrielle<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Coke ICR2<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Shappley, Ned<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Mcginn, Kevin<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Subject:
RE: [External]-RE: U. S. Steel - Coke Ovens Section 114   -  missing TO-15A data
Good afternoon Dr. Jones,

The stack testing company informed us today that there was a misunderstanding between them and the lab regarding the analysis.  There was some confusion between EPA Method 15, Method TO-15A, and Method TO-15, which resulted in only the Method 15 analysis being run by the lab.  The stack testing company apologized to us for the misunderstanding and will re-test the cooling tower for the TO-15 analytes the week of December 26th.  The lab will also expedite the analysis, and we will share the results with you as soon as we receive them.

We sincerely apologize for the misunderstanding,

Brett Tunno, DrPH, CPH
Environmental Affairs
United States Steel Corporation
Office:<PHONE_NUMBER>
Cell:<PHONE_NUMBER>
Email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>

From: Jones, DonnaLee<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Sent: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 11:47 AM
To: Tunno, Brett J<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Gary Fischman<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Cc: Dzurinko, Mike G<EMAIL_ADDRESS>GABRIELLE RAYMOND<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>Shappley, Ned<EMAIL_ADDRESS>McGinn, Kevin<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Subject: RE: [External]-RE: U. S. Steel - Coke Ovens Section 114  -  missing TO-15A data

Thank you.

Regards,
Donna Lee Jones, Ph.D.
Senior Technical Advisor, Metals Sector
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards
Sector Policies and Programs Division / Metals & Inorganic Chemicals Group (D243-02)
Research Triangle Park, NC  27711
Tele:<PHONE_NUMBER>
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Fax<PHONE_NUMBER>
"Reasonableness never fails to be appreciated."  - anon.

Pronouns - She/Her/Hers
Salutation - Dr./Ms.

From: Tunno, Brett J<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Sent: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 7:53 AM
To: Jones, DonnaLee<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>; Gary Fischman<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Cc: Dzurinko, Mike G<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>; GABRIELLE RAYMOND<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>><EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>; Shappley, Ned<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>; McGinn, Kevin<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Subject: RE: [External]-RE: U. S. Steel - Coke Ovens Section 114  -  missing TO-15A data

Thanks Dr. Jones,

We reached out to the stack testing company, and they are currently looking into this.  We will get back to you as soon as possible.

Brett Tunno, DrPH, CPH
Environmental Affairs
United States Steel Corporation
Office:<PHONE_NUMBER>
Cell:<PHONE_NUMBER>
Email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>

From: Jones, DonnaLee<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Sent: Tuesday, December 6, 2022 12:19 PM
To: Tunno, Brett J<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>; Gary Fischman<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Cc: Dzurinko, Mike G<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>; GABRIELLE RAYMOND<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>><EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>; Shappley, Ned<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>; McGinn, Kevin<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Subject: [External]-RE: U. S. Steel - Coke Ovens Section 114  -  missing TO-15A data

Hi. Thanks again for your submission and the diligent efforts to help us with the attachment.

In regard to the USS Clairton submission for cooling tower inlet, we believe there are some missed analytes.

The spreadsheet/pdf has: BTEX, H2S, COS, and CS2 results. However, we don't see any TO-15A analytes, which are part of the Enc 2 request.

Can you help with this or explain?

Regards,
Donna Lee Jones, Ph.D.
Senior Technical Advisor, Metals Sector
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards
Sector Policies and Programs Division / Metals & Inorganic Chemicals Group (D243-02)
Research Triangle Park, NC  27711
Tele:<PHONE_NUMBER>
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Fax<PHONE_NUMBER>
"Reasonableness never fails to be appreciated."  - anon.

Pronouns - She/Her/Hers
Salutation - Dr./Ms.

From: Tunno, Brett J<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2022 4:16 PM
To: Gary Fischman<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>
Cc: Dzurinko, Mike G<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>>; Jones, DonnaLee<EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>><EMAIL_ADDRESS><EMAIL_ADDRESS>Subject: U. S. Steel - Coke Ovens Section 114 Request  -  Enclosure 2 Testing Notification - United States Steel Corporation  -  Clairton Plant

Dear Mr. Fischman,

On June 29, 2022, United States Steel Corporation (U. S. Steel)  -  Clairton Plant received a Clean Air Act Section 114 Information Collection Request (ICR) from EPA for information pertaining to the ongoing Pushing, Quenching, and Battery Stacks (PQBS) 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart CCCCC Risk and Technology Review (RTR) and the technology review for Coke Batteries under 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart L.

EPA requested that U. S. Steel submit a notification to the state 21 days before performing any stack tests.  Therefore, U. S. Steel is submitting this testing notification to Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD), which has been delegated regulatory authority by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) for sources in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

U. S. Steel will conduct testing of the By-Products (or "Keystone") Cooling Tower inlet water the week of October 24, 2022, for TO-15-A analytes, H2S, COS, and CS2.

Please contact myself or Mike Dzurinko at<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or<PHONE_NUMBER> if you have any questions with U. S. Steel's testing notification.

Thank you,

Brett Tunno, DrPH, CPH
Environmental Affairs
United States Steel Corporation
Office:<PHONE_NUMBER>
Cell:<PHONE_NUMBER>
Email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>


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[Notices]
[Pages 12715-12716]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

[Docket No. FAA-2023-0474]

Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments;
Clearance for a Renewed Information Collection: Privacy International
Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Address

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FAA
invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information
collection. The collection involves an aircraft operator's request for
a privacy ICAO address through a web-based application process. The
information to be collected is necessary to qualify for the authorized
use of the privacy ICAO address services and for monitoring to support
continued airworthiness and enforcement activities.

DATES: Written comments should be submitted by May 1, 2023.

ADDRESSES: Please send written comments:
    By Electronic Docket: www.regulations.gov (Enter docket number into
search field).
    By mail: Send comments to FAA at the following address: Mr. Evan
Setzer, Program Manager, Surveillance and Broadcast Services, AJM-42,
Program Management Organization, Federal Aviation Administration, 600
Independence Ave. SW, Wilbur Wright Building, Washington, DC 20597.
    By fax:<PHONE_NUMBER> (Attention: Mr. Evan Setzer, Program Manager,
Surveillance and Broadcast Services, AJM-42, Program Management
Organization, Federal Aviation Administration).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For technical questions concerning
this action, contact Mr. Jamal A. Wilson, Surveillance and Broadcast
Services, AJM 42, PIA Project Lead at [email protected] or at
(202)267-4301.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Public Comments Invited

    You are asked to comment on any aspect of this information
collection, including (a) Whether the proposed collection of
information is necessary for FAA's performance; (b) the accuracy of the
estimated burden; (c) ways for FAA to enhance the quality, utility and
clarity of the information collection; and (d) ways that the burden
could be minimized without reducing the quality of the collected
information. The agency will summarize and/or include your comments in
the request for OMB's clearance of this information collection renewal.
    OMB Control Number: 2120-0779.
    Title: Privacy International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Address Program.
    Form Numbers: Not applicable.
    Type of Review: Renewal of an information collection.
    Background: In 2010, the FAA issued a final rule mandating equipage
requirements and performance standards for Automatic Dependent
Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out avionics on aircraft operating in
certain airspace after December 31, 2019. Aircraft operators must be
equipped with ADS-B Out to fly in most controlled airspace. Federal
Regulations 14 CFR 91.225 and 14 CFR 91.227 contain requirement
details. Each registered aircraft is assigned an aircraft registration
number and an ICAO 24-bit aircraft address. This is also referred to as
a ``Mode S Code'' in some FAA documents and websites, including the FAA
Aircraft Registry. Where a 1090- MHz Extended Squitter (1090ES)
transponder is required for ADS-B Out compliance, this ICAO 24-bit
aircraft address, based on current transponder avionics standards, is
openly broadcasted on the 1090 MHz frequency in transponder replies and
ADS-B messages. Subsequently, the nature of openly broadcasting makes
the identity of the aircraft publicly available. Industry stakeholders
have long suggested that FAA develop a process for aircraft operators
who seek anonymity such that their aircraft movements and identity
cannot be traced or seen by privately owned sensors that monitor the
1090 MHz frequency and combine this with other downlinked ADS-B and
Mode S data being disseminated using the internet. The FAA intends to
develop a process for operators who wish to mask their aircraft
movements and identity for a period while flying within the sovereign
airspace of the United States. Participation in the assignment of
privacy ICAO Code addresses is voluntary. Only U.S. registered aircraft
can be assigned a privacy ICAO aircraft address. No operator can use a
privacy ICAO aircraft address for a U.S.-registered aircraft unless
that operator is authorized to use a third-party flight identification
for that same aircraft. No unique privacy ICAO address will be assigned
to more than one U.S.-registered aircraft at any given time. Once
approved, the operator will be assigned a privacy ICAO address. The
operator will be required to notify the FAA when their avionics have
been loaded with the assigned temporary ICAO 24-bit aircraft address.
Owners and operators must verify that the ICAO 24-bit aircraft address
(Mode S code) broadcast by their ADS-B equipment matches the assigned
privacy ICAO address for their aircraft. Operators can verify what ICAO
24-bit aircraft address is being broadcast by their aircraft by
visiting: https://adsbperformance.faa.gov/PAPRRequest.aspx. For
monitoring privacy ICAO address use, the information will be downloaded
by the FAA and entered into the FAA's ADS-B Performance Monitor [Docket
No. FAA-2017-1194 published in Federal Register, December 20, 2017, as
Document Number: 2017-27202].
    Information Collected: Information collected by privacy ICAO
address program includes aircraft registration number, permanent ICAO
address, and aircraft owner's information to include phone number,
email address, and physical address.
    Respondents: Intended for operators who seek anonymity such that
their aircraft movements and identity cannot be easily traced or seen
by privately owned sensors that monitor the 1090 MHz frequency. FAA
estimates up to 15,000 respondents.
    Frequency: Frequency will be occasional based on specific
scenarios. An operator can change privacy ICAO aircraft addresses, but
no more often than once every 20 days. In the event real-world security
concerns become evident, an operator can elect to change their PIA
address sooner than 20 days.
    Estimated Average Burden per Response: Approximately 15 minutes per
application.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden: 12,563 hours.

    Issued in Washington, DC, on February 22, 2023.
Stanton Brunner,
Program Manager for Service Performance and Sustainment Team (AJM-422),
Federal Aviation Administration.
[FR Doc. 2023-04021 Filed 2-27-23; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

[USCG-2009-0457]

Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management
and Budget: OMB Control Numbers: 1625-0057, 1625-0065, 1625-0104, and
1625-0105

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Thirty-day notice requesting comments.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this
request for comments announces that the U.S. Coast Guard is forwarding
four Information Collection Requests (ICRs), abstracted below, to the
Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) requesting an extension of its approval for
the following collections of information: (1) 1625-0057, Small
Passenger Vessels--Title 46 CFR Subchapters K and T; (2) 1625-0065,
Offshore Supply Vessels--Title 46 CFR Subchapter L; (3) 1625-0104,
Barges Carrying Bulk Hazardous Materials; and (4) 1625-0105, Regulated
Navigation Area; Reporting Requirements for Barges Loaded with Certain
Dangerous Cargoes, Inland Rivers, Eighth Coast Guard District and the
Illinois Waterway, Ninth Coast Guard District. Review and comments by
OIRA ensure we only impose paperwork burdens commensurate with our
performance of duties.

DATES: Please submit comments on or before December 10, 2009.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments identified by Coast Guard docket
number [USCG-2009-0457] to the Docket Management Facility (DMF) at the
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or to OIRA. To avoid
duplication, please submit your comments by only one of the following
means:
    (1) Electronic submission. (a) To Coast Guard docket at http://
www.regulation.gov. (b) To OIRA by e-mail via: oira_
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>    (2) Mail or Hand delivery. (a) DMF (M-30), DOT, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey

Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Hand deliver between the hours
of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
The telephone number is<PHONE_NUMBER>. (b) To OIRA, 725 17th Street,
NW., Washington, DC 20503, attention Desk Officer for the Coast Guard.
    (3) Fax. (a) To DMF,<PHONE_NUMBER>. (b) To OIRA at<PHONE_NUMBER>. To
ensure your comments are received in a timely manner, mark the fax,
attention Desk Officer for the Coast Guard.
    The DMF maintains the public docket for this Notice. Comments and
material received from the public, as well as documents mentioned in
this Notice as being available in the docket, will become part of the
docket and will be available for inspection or copying at room W12-140
on the West Building Ground Floor, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. You may also find the docket on the Internet
at http://www.regulations.gov.
    Copies of the ICRs are available through the docket on the Internet
at http://www.regulations.gov. Additionally, copies are available from:
Commandant (CG-611), Attn Paperwork Reduction Act Manager, U.S. Coast
Guard, 2100 2nd St., SW., Stop 7101, Washington DC 20593-7101.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Contact Mr. Arthur Requina, Office of
Information Management, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER> or fax<PHONE_NUMBER>, for
questions on these documents. Contact Ms. Renee V. Wright, Program
Manager, Docket Operations,<PHONE_NUMBER>, for questions on the docket.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Coast Guard invites comments on whether
these ICRs should be granted based on it being necessary for the proper
performance of Departmental functions. In particular, the Coast Guard
would appreciate comments addressing: (1) The practical utility of the
collections; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden of the
collections; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of
information subject to the collections; and (4) ways to minimize the
burden of collections on respondents, including the use of automated
collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
    Comments to Coast Guard or OIRA must contain the OMB Control Number
of the ICR. They must also contain the docket number of this request,
[USCG 2009-0457]. For your comments to OIRA to be considered, it is
best if they are received on or before the December 10, 2009.
    Public participation and request for comments: We encourage you to
respond to this request by submitting comments and related materials.
We will post all comments received, without change, to http://
www.regulations.gov. They will include any personal information you
provide. We have an agreement with DOT to use their DMF. Please see the
``Privacy Act'' paragraph below.
    Submitting comments: If you submit a comment, please include the
docket number [USCG-2009-0457], indicate the specific section of the
document to which each comment applies, providing a reason for each
comment. We recommend you include your name, mailing address, an e-mail
address, or other contact information in the body of your document so
that we can contact you if we have questions regarding your submission.
You may submit comments and material by electronic means, mail, fax, or
delivery to the DMF at the address under ADDRESSES; but please submit
them by only one means. If you submit them by mail or delivery, submit
them in an unbound format, no larger than 8\1/2\ by 11 inches, suitable
for copying and electronic filing. If you submit them by mail and would
like to know that they reached the Facility, please enclose a stamped,
self-addressed postcard or envelope. In response to your comments, we
may revise the ICR or decide not to seek an extension of approval for
this collection. The Coast Guard and OIRA will consider all comments
and material received during the comment period.
    Viewing comments and documents: Go to http://www.regulations.gov to
view documents mentioned in this Notice as being available in the
docket. Click on the ``read comments'' box, which will then become
highlighted in blue. In the ``Keyword'' box insert ``USCG-2009-0457''
and click ``Search.'' Click the ``Open Docket Folder'' in the
``Actions'' column. You may also visit the DMF in room W12-140 on the
West Building Ground Floor, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington,
DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays.
    Privacy Act: Anyone can search the electronic form of all comments
received in dockets by the name of the individual submitting the
comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an
association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review the Privacy
Act statement regarding our public dockets in the January 17, 2008
issue of the Federal Register (73 FR 3316).

Previous Request for Comments

    This request provides a 30-day comment period required by OIRA. The
Coast Guard has published the 60-day notice (74 FR 30104, June 24,
2009) required by 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2). That Notice elicited no
comments.

Information Collection Request

    1. Title: Small Passenger Vessels--Title 46 CFR Subchapters K and
T.
    OMB Control Number: 1625-0057.
    Type of Request: Revision of a currently approved collection.
    Abstract: Under the authority of 46 U.S.C. 3305 and 3306, the Coast
Guard prescribed regulations for the design, construction, alteration,
repair and operation of small passenger vessels to secure the safety of
individuals and property on board. The Coast Guard uses the information
in this collection to ensure compliance with the requirements.
    Forms: CG-841, CG-854, CG-948, CG-949, CG-3752, CG-5256.
    Respondents: Owners and operators of small passenger vessels.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Burden Estimate: The estimated burden has increased from 353,263
hours to 380,185 hours a year.
    2. Title: Offshore Supply Vessels--Title 46 CFR Subchapter L.
    OMB Control Number: 1625-0065.
    Type of Request: Revision of a currently approved collection.
    Abstract: The OSV posting/marking requirements are needed to
provide instructions to those onboard of actions to be taken in the
event of an emergency. The reporting/recordkeeping requirements verify
compliance with regulations without Coast Guard presence to witness
routine matters, including OSVs based overseas as an alternative to
Coast Guard re-inspection.
    Forms: None.
    Respondents: Owners and operators of vessels.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Burden Estimate: The estimated burden has decreased from 6,169
hours to 2,068 hours a year.
    3. Title: Barges Carrying Bulk Hazardous Materials.
    OMB Control Number: 1625-0104.
    Type of Request: Revision of a currently approved collection.
    Abstract: Title 46 U.S.C. 3703 authorizes the Coast Guard to
prescribe rules related to the carriage of liquid bulk dangerous
cargoes. Title 46 CFR Part 151 prescribes rules for barges carrying
bulk liquid hazardous materials.
    Forms: None.

    Respondents: Owners and operators of tank barges.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Burden Estimate: The estimated burden has increased from 13,255
hours to 29,281 hours a year.
    4. Title: Regulated Navigation Area; Reporting Requirements for
Barges Loaded with Certain Dangerous Cargoes (CDCs), Inland Rivers,
Eighth Coast Guard District and the Illinois Waterway, Ninth Coast
Guard District.
    OMB Control Number: 1625-0105.
    Type of Request: Revision of a currently approved collection.
    Abstract: This information is used to ensure port safety and
security, as well as the uninterrupted flow of commerce.
    Forms: None.
    Respondents: Owners, agents, masters, towing vessel operators,
persons in charge of barges loaded with CDCs, or having CDC residue
operating on the inland rivers within the Eighth and Ninth Coast Guard
Districts.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Burden Estimate: The estimated burden has increased from 1,179
hours to 2,196 hours a year.

    Dated: October 30, 2009.
M.B. Lytle,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Acting Assistant Commandant for Command,
Control, Communications, Computers and Information Technology.
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