<DOC> [December 9, 2002 (Volume 67, Number 236)] [Unified Agenda] From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [frwais.access.gpo.gov] [DOCID: f:ua021210.wais] [Page 74583-74656] Department of the Interior [[Page 74583]] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Part X ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Semiannual Regulatory Agenda [[Page 74584]] DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI) _______________________________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Office of the Secretary 25 CFR Ch. I 30 CFR Chs. II and VII 36 CFR Ch. I 43 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I and II 48 CFR Ch. 14 50 CFR Chs. I and IV Semiannual Regulatory Agenda AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Interior. ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. _______________________________________________________________________ SUMMARY: This notice provides the semiannual agenda of rules scheduled for review or development between October 2002 and April 2003. The Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive Order 12866 require publication of the agenda. ADDRESSES: Unless otherwise indicated, all agency contacts are located at the Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: You should direct all comments and inquiries with regard to these rules to the appropriate agency contact. You should direct general comments relating to the agenda to the Office of Executive Secretariat, Department of the Interior, at the address above or on 202-208-5257 or 202-208-3071. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: With this publication, the Department satisfies the requirement of Executive Order 12866 that the Department publish an agenda of rules that we have issued or expect to issue and of currently effective rules that we have scheduled for review. Simultaneously, the Department meets the requirement of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) to publish an agenda in April and October of each year identifying rules that will have significant economic effects on a substantial number of small entities. We have specifically identified in the agenda rules that will have such effects. For this edition of the Department's regulatory agenda, we have included the most important significant regulatory actions in the Regulatory Plan, which appears in part II of today's Federal Register. The table of contents below lists the Regulatory Plan entries and denotes them by a bracketed bold reference that directs the reader to the appropriate sequence number in part II. Date: October 3, 2002. Richard A. Stephan, Federal Register Liaison Officer. Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1226 Natural Resource Damage Assessments: Type B Procedures.............................. 1090-AA29 1227 Department Hearings and Appeals; Special Rules Applicable to Public Land Hearings 1090-AA68 and Appeals......................................................................... 1228 Department Hearings and Appeals; Procedures Applicable in Adjudications Before the 1090-AA73 Hearings Division................................................................... 1229 Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment; Drug-Free Workplace Grant Requirements..... 1090-AA79 1230 Department Hearings and Appeals Procedures; Procedures Applicable in Indian Probate 1090-AA81 Hearings............................................................................ 1231 Amendment of Authority To Grant Stays of Grazing Decisions.......................... 1090-AA83 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1232 Records and Testimony; Freedom of Information Act................................... 1090-AA61 1233 Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of the Department of the Interior 1090-AA77 on the Basis of Race, Color National Origin, Handicap, or Age....................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1234 Special Rules Applicable to Surface Coal Mining Hearings and Appeals................ 1090-AA82 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1235 Consideration of Listing the Green Iguana (Iguana Iguana) as Injurious, Pursuant to 1018-AF08 the Lacey Act....................................................................... 1236 Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program.............................................. 1018-AH98 [[Page 74585]] 1237 Release of Captive-Reared Mallards.................................................. 1018-AI05 1238 North American Wetlands Conservation Act Grant Administration Policies.............. 1018-AI13 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1239 General Provisions and General Permit Procedures--50 CFR Part 13.................... 1018-AC57 1240 Seizure and Forfeiture Procedures -- 50 CFR Part 12................................. 1018-AC89 1241 Revisions to the Federal Aid Administrative Requirements............................ 1018-AE17 1242 U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; American Eel................................. 1018-AF09 1243 Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Mammals, Birds, Reptiles and Amphibians to 1018-AF27 the United States................................................................... 1244 Importation, Exportation, and Transportation of Wildlife, 50 CFR Part 14............ 1018-AF46 1245 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Tibetan Antelope..................... 1018-AF49 1246 Injurious Wildlife; Addition of the Asian Swamp Eel................................. 1018-AF53 1247 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the 1018-AG00 Straight-Horned Markhor Population of the Torghar Region of Baluchistan, Pakistan, From Endangered to Threatened....................................................... 1248 Federal Falconry Standards and Falconry Permitting.................................. 1018-AG11 1249 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Gulf Coast Distinct 1018-AG40 Population Segment of the Brown Pelican Population in the Southeastern United States 1250 Wild Bird Conservation Act: Review of Approved List of Captive-Bred Species......... 1018-AG64 1251 Interagency Guidance for the Prescription of Fishways Pursuant to Section 18 of the 1018-AH42 Federal Power Act................................................................... 1252 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Establishment of a Nonessential Experimental 1018-AH44 Population of 2 Fishes in Shoal Creek, Alabama and Tennessee........................ 1253 Endangered and Threatened Plants; Reclassification of the Papery Whitlow-Wort, 1018-AH51 Wireweed and Sandlace From Endangered to Threatened................................. 1254 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Removal of the San Marcos Gambusia, a Fish, From 1018-AH52 the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife...................................... 1255 Endangered and Threatened Plants; Removal of the Johnston's Frankenia From the List 1018-AH53 of Endangered and Threatened Plants................................................. 1256 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Reclassification of the Gila Trout From 1018-AH57 Endangered to Threatened............................................................ 1257 Endangered and Threatened Plants; Reclassification of the Missouri Bladder-Pod, a 1018-AH59 Plant, From Endangered to Threatened................................................ 1258 Export of Live Alligators........................................................... 1018-AH65 1259 Eagle Permits: New Definitions, Permits for Incidental Taking of Bald Eagles 1018-AH74 Necessary To Protect Other Interests in Any Particular Locality..................... 1260 Marine Mammals: Incidental Take During Specified Activities (Manatees).............. 1018-AH86 1261 Importation of Exotic Wild Birds Into the United States; Adding Blue-Fronted Amazon 1018-AH89 Parrots From Argentina's Approved Sustainable Use Management Plan to the Approved List of Non-Captive Bred Species.................................................... 1262 Marine Mammals: Incidental Take During Specified Activities (Beaufort Sea Polar Bear 1018-AH92 and Walrus)......................................................................... 1263 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revisions to the Regulations 1018-AH93 Applicable to Permits Issued Under the Endangered Species Act....................... 1264 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH94 Blackburn's Sphinx Moth............................................................. 1265 Civil Procedures, 50 CFR Part 11.................................................... 1018-AH97 1266 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of Two Australian 1018-AI04 Parakeets From Endangered to Threatened............................................. 1267 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Beluga Sturgeon...................... 1018-AI11 1268 Corrections to Rights-of-Way Regulations............................................ 1018-AI12 1269 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Ventura 1018-AI21 Marsh Milkvetch..................................................................... 1270 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 6 Guam Species.. 1018-AI25 1271 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Four Fairy 1018-AI26 Shrimp and 11 Plants in California.................................................. 1272 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations for Managing Resident Canada Geese Populations.. 1018-AI32 1273 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart 1018-AI37 D--2004 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish Regulations........................ 1274 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C--Nonrural 1018-AI38 Determinations...................................................................... 1275 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations for Managing Double-Crested Cormorant Damages... 1018-AI39 [[Page 74586]] 1276 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the American 1018-AI41 Crocodile From Endangered to Threatened............................................. 1277 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Southwest Alaskan 1018-AI44 Distinct Population Segment of the Northern Sea Otter............................... 1278 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Mountain Plover With a 1018-AI45 Special Rule........................................................................ 1279 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI48 the Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy Owl.................................................... 1280 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI52 the Columbia-Klamath Distinct Population Segment of the Bull Trout.................. 1281 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of Nonessential 1018-AI54 Experimental Population Status and Reintroduction of 16 Mussels, 1 Snail, and 5 Fishes in Tennessee................................................................. 1282 Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Year (FY) 2002 Landowner Incentive Program (Non- 1018-AI55 Tribal Portion) for States, Territories and the District of Columbia................ 1283 Tribal Wildlife Grants Program Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Year (FY) 2002.. 1018-AI58 1284 Tribal Landowner Incentive Program (T-LIP) Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Year 1018-AI59 (FY) 2002........................................................................... 1285 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart 1018-AI62 D -- 2003-2004 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations........................... 1286 2003-2004 Refuge Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations..................... 1018-AI63 1287 Migratory Bird Permits; Eiderdown From Iceland...................................... 1018-AI64 1288 Import of Polar Bear Trophies From Canada; Finding for the Gulf of Boothia 1018-AI65 Population.......................................................................... 1289 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the California Salamander 1018-AI68 (Rangewide)......................................................................... 1290 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI69 the Desert Yellowhead............................................................... 1291 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI70 the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher.................................................. 1292 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI71 the San Diego Fairy Shrimp.......................................................... 1293 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI72 the California Gnatcatcher.......................................................... 1294 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 9 1018-AI73 Appalachian Bivalves (Freshwater Mussels)........................................... 1295 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI74 Braun's Rockcress................................................................... 1296 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI75 the Cumberland Elktoe............................................................... 1297 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI76 Four Appalachian Mussels............................................................ 1298 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for a 1018-AI77 Plant, the Peirson's Milkvetch...................................................... 1299 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for a 1018-AI78 Plant, the Lane Mountain Milkvetch.................................................. 1300 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of a Plant, the Arizona 1018-AI79 Agave............................................................................... 1301 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Nonessential Experimental Population 1018-AI80 of the Northern Aplomado Falcon..................................................... 1302 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Dugong in 1018-AI81 the Republic of Palau............................................................... 1303 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Scimitar- 1018-AI82 Horned Oryx, Addax, and Dama Gazelle................................................ 1304 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Downlisting the Wood Bison From 1018-AI83 Endangered to Threatened............................................................ 1305 Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in Alaska; Regulations for the Spring and Summer 1018-AI84 2003 Season......................................................................... 1306 Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements With Assurances; 1018-AI85 Revisions to the Regulations........................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1307 List of Migratory Birds............................................................. 1018-AB72 1308 Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)..................... 1018-AD87 1309 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Gray Wolf in 1018-AF20 Certain Parts of Its Range.......................................................... 1310 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Douglas County, 1018-AF43 Oregon, Population of the Columbia White-Tailed Deer From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.................................................................. 1311 Importation of Captive-Bred Exotic Birds Into the United States From Breeding 1018-AF44 Facilities in Other Countries....................................................... 1312 Policy for Evaluation of Conservation Efforts in Endangered Species Decisionmaking.. 1018-AF55 1313 Policy on General Conservation Permits.............................................. 1018-AF63 1314 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Northern Population of 1018-AF67 the Tidewater Goby.................................................................. [[Page 74587]] 1315 U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; Certain Turtle Species....................... 1018-AF69 1316 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of Endangered Status 1018-AG16 and Designation of Critical Habitat for the Gila Chub............................... 1317 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of the Hoover's Wooly-Star. 1018-AG41 1318 National Wildlife Refuge System; Mission, Goals, and Purposes....................... 1018-AG46 1319 Injurious Wildlife - Addition of Black Carp......................................... 1018-AG70 1320 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determinations of Whether Designation 1018-AG71 of Critical Habitat Is Prudent for 81 Plants and Proposed Designations for 76 Plants From Kauai and Niihau, Hawaii....................................................... 1321 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Purple Amole 1018-AG75 1322 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Three Coastal 1018-AG88 California Plants................................................................... 1323 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Keck's 1018-AG93 Checkermallow....................................................................... 1324 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Baker's 1018-AG96 Larkspur and the Yellow Larkspur.................................................... 1325 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Otay 1018-AH00 Tarplant............................................................................ 1326 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH01 Two Cave Invertebrates from Kauai................................................... 1327 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 58 Plants in 1018-AH02 Hawaii.............................................................................. 1328 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determinations of Whether Designation 1018-AH08 of Critical Habitat Is Prudent for 20 Plants and Re-Proposed Designations for 32 Plants From Molokai, Hawaii......................................................... 1329 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Plants of the 1018-AH09 Northwest Islands, Hawaii........................................................... 1330 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determinations of Whether Designation 1018-AH10 of Critical Habitat Is Prudent for 8 Plants and Reproposed Designations for 18 Plants From Lanai, Hawaii........................................................... 1331 Endangered and Threatened Plants; Removal of the Truckee Barberry From the List of 1018-AH47 Endangered and Threatened Plants.................................................... 1332 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Removal of the Guam Broadbill and Mariana 1018-AH50 Mallard From the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife......................... 1333 Addition of the Basking Shark and the Stag Beetle to Appendix III Under CITES....... 1018-AH66 1334 Audit Resolution Policy............................................................. 1018-AH69 1335 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Reproposed Determinations of Prudency 1018-AH70 and Proposed Designations of Critical Habitat for Plants From Maui and Kahoolawe, Hawaii.............................................................................. 1336 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reopening of Comment Period on the 1018-AH73 Threatened Status of the Sacramento Splittail (Pogonichthys Macrolepidotis)......... 1337 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for 1018-AH76 Polygonum Hickmanii (Scotts Valley Polygonum)....................................... 1338 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of Protection Areas for 1018-AH80 the West Indian Manatee in Florida.................................................. 1339 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations Governing Rehabilitation Activities............. 1018-AH87 1340 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH91 the Rio Grande Silvery Minnow....................................................... 1341 Public Notice for CITES Appendix III Listing of Spanish Cedar and Bigleaf Mahogany 1018-AH99 by the Government of Peru........................................................... 1342 Migratory Bird Hunting and Permits; Regulations for Managing Harvest of Light Goose 1018-AI07 Populations......................................................................... 1343 Addition by Indonesia of Ramin to Appendix III Under the Convention on International 1018-AI08 Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora................................. 1344 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart 1018-AI09 D--2003 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish Regulations........................ 1345 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Tinian Monarch 1018-AI14 Flycatcher From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species....................... 1346 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing and Designation of Critical 1018-AI15 Habitat for Three Snails and One Amphipod........................................... 1347 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Emergency Listing of the Pygmy Rabbit 1018-AI17 1348 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Topeka 1018-AI20 Shiner.............................................................................. 1349 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Gulf 1018-AI23 Sturgeon............................................................................ 1350 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 103 Oahu, 1018-AI24 Hawaii, Plants...................................................................... 1351 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Five Carbonate 1018-AI27 Plants in California................................................................ 1352 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Island Fox............ 1018-AI28 1353 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart D; 1018-AI31 Subsistence Taking of Fish, Customary Trade......................................... 1354 Migratory Bird Hunting; Approval of Tungsten-Iron-Nickel-Tin Shot as Nontoxic for 1018-AI33 Hunting Waterfowl and Coots......................................................... 1355 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of Cook's Lomatium and Large- 1018-AI43 Flowered Woolly Meadowfoam.......................................................... [[Page 74588]] 1356 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI46 the Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse................................................... 1357 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 9 1018-AI47 Invertebrate Species in Bexar County, Texas......................................... 1358 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Slickspot Peppergrass.... 1018-AI50 1359 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Flat-Tailed Horned Lizard 1018-AI51 1360 Fiscal Year 2002 Private Stewardship Grants Program; Program Implementation......... 1018-AI56 1361 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential 1018-AI60 Experimental Population of the Black-Footed Ferret in South-Central South Dakota.... 1362 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Sonoma County Distinct 1018-AI61 Population Segment of the California Tiger Salamander as Endangered................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1363 Migratory Bird Permits; Specific Permit Provisions; Import and Export Permits; 1018-AE63 Banding or Marking Permits; and Scientific Collecting Permits....................... 1364 Migratory Bird Permits; Introduction, General Requirements and Exceptions........... 1018-AE64 1365 Implementation of the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act........... 1018-AE72 1366 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of the Bald Eagle 1018-AF21 Throughout the Lower 48 States...................................................... 1367 Taking of Marine Mammals by Level B Harassment; Issuance of General Authorization 1018-AF26 for Scientific Research and Permits for Photography, Educational, and Commercial Purposes............................................................................ 1368 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Special Rule for 1018-AF40 the Canada Lynx..................................................................... 1369 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Three 1018-AG09 Plants From the Mariana Islands and Guam............................................ 1370 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for 12 Species of 1018-AG23 Picture-Wing Flies From the Hawaiian Islands........................................ 1371 Migratory Bird Permits; Take of Migratory Birds by Federal Agencies................. 1018-AG56 1372 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Miami Blue Butterfly.. 1018-AH30 1373 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH35 the Scaleshell Mussel............................................................... 1374 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Sacramento Mountains 1018-AH40 Checkerspot Butterfly and Proposed Designation of Critical Habitat.................. 1375 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Removal of Four Ash Meadow Species From the List 1018-AH49 of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants.................................... 1376 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Reclassification of the Marianna Fruit Bat on 1018-AH55 Guam From Endangered to Threatened.................................................. 1377 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Dolly Varden as a 1018-AH68 Threatened Species in Washington Due to Similarity of Appearance to Bull Trout...... 1378 Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations Governing Education; 50 CFR 21.................. 1018-AH71 1379 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential 1018-AI03 Experimental Population of Grizzly Bears in the Bitterroot Area of Idaho and Montana; Removal of Regulations..................................................... 1380 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Rota Bridled White-Eye 1018-AI16 1381 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Gray Bat From 1018-AI40 Endangered to Threatened............................................................ 1382 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AI49 the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher.................................................. 1383 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Conservation Education; 50 CFR 17.21. 1018-AI66 1384 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Permits for Foreign Listed Species... 1018-AI67 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1385 Reclassification of the Vicuna From Endangered to Threatened With a Special Rule.... 1018-AE04 1386 Injurious Wildlife; Addition of Brush-Tailed Possum................................. 1018-AE34 [[Page 74589]] 1387 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Prebles Meadow Jumping Mouse; Special 1018-AF30 Rule................................................................................ 1388 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Chiricahua Leopard Frog 1018-AF41 With a Special Rule................................................................. 1389 Administration of the National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program.......... 1018-AF51 1390 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for Southern 1018-AF83 California Distinct Vertebrate Population Segment (DPS) of Mountain Yellow-Legged Frog................................................................................ 1391 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for San Diego 1018-AF86 Ambrosia............................................................................ 1392 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of Nonessential 1018-AF96 Experimental Populations for Four Fishes: Duskytail Darter, Smoky Madtom, Yellowfin Madtom, and Spotfin Chub............................................................ 1393 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Santa Cruz 1018-AG73 Tarplant............................................................................ 1394 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Kneeland Prairie 1018-AG92 Pennycress.......................................................................... 1395 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH04 Chorizanthe Pungens var. Pungens (Monterey Spineflower)............................. 1396 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Prudency and Critical Habitat for a 1018-AH31 Mollusk, the Carolina Heelsplitter.................................................. 1397 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Prudency and Critical Habitat 1018-AH33 Designation for a Mollusk, the Appalachian Elktoe................................... 1398 Endangered and Threatened Plants; Removal of the Robin's Cinquefoil From the List of 1018-AH56 Endangered and Threatened Species................................................... 1399 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH82 Polygonum Hickmanii (Scotts Valley Polygonum) and Chorizanthe Robusta var. Hartwegii (Scotts Valley Spineflower)......................................................... 1400 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH83 Chorizanthe Robusta var. Robusta (Robust Spineflower)............................... 1401 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subparts A and B..... 1018-AH85 1402 Procedures for Establishing Spring/Summer Subsistence Harvest Regulations for 1018-AH88 Migratory Birds..................................................................... 1403 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH95 Newcomb's Snail..................................................................... 1404 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 1018-AH96 the Great Plains Breeding Population of the Piping Plover........................... 1405 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Retention of Threatened Status for 1018-AI02 Argali in Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, and Tajikistan...................................... 1406 Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart 1018-AI06 D--2002-2003 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations............................. 1407 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Emergency Listing of the Carson's 1018-AI18 Wandering Skipper................................................................... 1408 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Emergency Listing of the Tumbling 1018-AI19 Creek Cavesnail..................................................................... 1409 Migratory Bird Hunting; Proposed 2002-2003 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Regulations 1018-AI30 (Preliminary) With Requirements for Indian Tribal Proposals......................... 1410 2002-2003 Refuge-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations..................... 1018-AI34 1411 Injurious Wildlife Species; Snakeheads.............................................. 1018-AI36 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Discontinued Entries -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Identification Title Date Comments Number -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1018-AF45 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing and Special Rule for the Coastal 07/05/2002 Withdrawn Cutthroat Trout 1018-AF71 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Special Rule for Bull Trout in Washington 08/21/2002 Withdrawn State 1018-AH54 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Establishment of a Nonessential Experimental 08/23/2002 Withdrawn Population of the Black-Footed Ferret in Wyoming 1018-AH78 Export of Caviar: Labeling of Sturgeon and Paddlefish (Acipenseriformes) Caviar Containers 08/13/2002 Withdrawn Intended for International Trade; 50 CFR 23 1018-AH81 National Wildlife Refuge System; Reserved/Excepted Rights Management 08/08/2002 Withdrawn 1018-AI42 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Schaus Swallowtail 08/21/2002 Withdrawn Butterfly From Endangered to Threatened 1018-AI53 Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration Program; Recreational Boating Access 08/09/2002 Withdrawn -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 74590]] National Park Service--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1412 Vehicles and Traffic Safety; Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs...... 1024-AC69 1413 Procedures for State, Tribal, and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs... 1024-AC79 1414 Commercial Use Authorizations....................................................... 1024-AC85 1415 Glen Canyon National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................... 1024-AC90 1416 Lake Mead National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft............................. 1024-AC91 1417 Big Thicket National Preserve; Personal Watercraft.................................. 1024-AC92 1418 Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore; Personal Watercraft.............................. 1024-AC93 1419 Fire Island National Seashore; Personal Watercraft.................................. 1024-AC94 1420 Gateway National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft............................... 1024-AC95 1421 Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................ 1024-AC96 1422 Lake Meredith Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft.................................. 1024-AC97 1423 Chickasaw Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft...................................... 1024-AC98 1424 Curecanti Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft...................................... 1024-AC99 1425 Amistad Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................................ 1024-AD00 1426 Lake Roosevelt Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft................................. 1024-AD01 1427 Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act; Future Applicability........ 1024-AD05 1428 Boating and Water Use Activities.................................................... 1024-AD07 1429 Disposition of Culturally Unidentifiable Human Remains.............................. 1024-AD08 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- National Park Service--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1430 Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act Regulations; Civil Penalties. 1024-AC84 1431 Assateague Island National Seashore; Personal Watercraft............................ 1024-AD02 1432 Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, John D. Rockefeller Memorial 1024-AD06 Parkway Winter Use Regulations...................................................... 1433 Snowmobile Regulations; Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and John D. 1024-AD09 Rockefeller Memorial Parkway (Reg Plan Seq No. 75).................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. National Park Service--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1434 Special Regulations of the National Park System; Religious Ceremonial Collection of 1024-AC86 Golden Eaglets in Wupatki National Monument......................................... 1435 Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument; Special Regulations.................... 1024-AC89 1436 Golden Gate National Recreation Area; Special Regulations........................... 1024-AD03 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- National Park Service--Discontinued Entries -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Identification Title Date Comments Number -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1024-AC74 World Heritage Convention 07/25/2002 Withdrawn - Extensive rewrite of entire part to occur within two years. 1024-AD04 Dry Tortugas National Park; Special Regulations 07/25/2002 Withdrawn - Rulemaking authority in the Park under legal challenge. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 74591]] Bureau of Indian Affairs--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1437 Irrigation Projects and Systems..................................................... 1076-AD44 1438 Indian Electric Power Utilities..................................................... 1076-AD45 1439 Buy Indian Act Regulations.......................................................... 1076-AE07 1440 Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans..................................................... 1076-AE24 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Indian Affairs--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1441 Indian Business Development Program................................................. 1076-AD70 1442 Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood.............................................. 1076-AD97 1443 Arrangement With States, Territories, or Other Agencies for Relief of Distress and 1076-AD98 Social Welfare of Indians........................................................... 1444 Alaska Resupply Operation........................................................... 1076-AE04 1445 Protection of Products of Indian Art and Craftsmanship.............................. 1076-AE16 1446 Indian Reservation Roads Program.................................................... 1076-AE17 1447 Trust Management Reform: Repeal of Outdated Rules................................... 1076-AE20 1448 Technical Amendments to Housing Improvement Program Regulations..................... 1076-AE31 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Indian Affairs--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1449 Indian School Equalization Program -- Provisions for Exceptional Children........... 1076-AE14 1450 Adult Education Program............................................................. 1076-AE29 1451 Indian Reservation Roads -- FY 2002 Funds Distribution.............................. 1076-AE32 1452 Courts of Indian Offenses -- Santa Fe............................................... 1076-AE33 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Indian Affairs--Discontinued Entries -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Identification Title Date Comments Number -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1076-AE21 Appeals of Administrative Actions 08/01/2002 Withdrawn - No further action will be taken at this time. 1076-AE22 Trust Funds for Tribes and Individual Indians 08/01/2002 Withdrawn - No further action scheduled. 1076-AE23 Leases and Permits 08/01/2002 Withdrawn - No further action scheduled. 1076-AE25 Probate of Indian Estates Except for Members of the Five Civilized Tribes 08/01/2002 Withdrawn - No further action will be taken. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Minerals Management Service--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1453 Late and Overpayment Interest....................................................... 1010-AC27 1454 Takes vs. Entitlements Reporting.................................................... 1010-AC29 1455 Accounting Relief for Marginal Properties........................................... 1010-AC30 1456 Prepayment of Royalties............................................................. 1010-AC31 1457 Incident Reporting.................................................................. 1010-AC57 1458 Royalty Relief Terms................................................................ 1010-AC58 1459 MMS Hearings and Investigations..................................................... 1010-AC79 [[Page 74592]] 1460 Appeals of Minerals Management Service Orders....................................... 1010-AC80 1461 Dealing With Sustained Casing Pressure.............................................. 1010-AC83 1462 Definition of Control............................................................... 1010-AC88 1463 Documents Incorporated by Reference -- API RP 14F and API 510....................... 1010-AC89 1464 Reporting Amendments................................................................ 1010-AC90 1465 Rights-of-Use and Easements and Pipeline Rights-of-Way.............................. 1010-AC91 1466 Blowout Prevention for Production Tree Coiled Tubing Workover Operations............ 1010-AC96 1467 Data Release and Definitions........................................................ 1010-AC99 1468 Relief or Reduction in Royalty Rates -- Deep Gas Provisions (Reg Plan Seq No. 76)... 1010-AD01 1469 Reduction to Royalty Relief in Special Circumstances................................ 1010-AD02 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. Minerals Management Service--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1470 Oil and Gas Drilling Operations..................................................... 1010-AC43 1471 Plans and Information............................................................... 1010-AC47 1472 Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf--Safety Measures 1010-AC75 and Procedures for Pipeline Modifications and Repairs............................... 1473 Proprietary Terms and Data Disclosure............................................... 1010-AC81 1474 Documents Incorporated by Reference -- API Specification 2C......................... 1010-AC82 1475 Documents Incorporated by Reference for Offshore Floating Production Facilities..... 1010-AC85 1476 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing -- Clarifying Amendments................ 1010-AC94 1477 Document Incorporated by Reference--API 510--Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: 1010-AC95 Maintenance Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration.............................. 1478 Valuation of Oil from Indian Leases (Reg Plan Seq No. 77)........................... 1010-AD00 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. Minerals Management Service--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1479 Prospecting for Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur in the Outer Continental 1010-AC48 Shelf............................................................................... 1480 Decommissioning Activities.......................................................... 1010-AC65 1481 Deep Water Royalty Relief for Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leases Issued 1010-AC71 After 2000.......................................................................... 1482 Technical Amendments................................................................ 1010-AC87 1483 Suspension of Operations for Exploration Under Salt Sheets.......................... 1010-AC92 1484 Documents Incorporated by Reference - API RP 14C.................................... 1010-AC93 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1485 Abandoned Coal Refuse Sites--Title I................................................ 1029-AB70 1486 Revegetation........................................................................ 1029-AC02 1487 Placement of Excess Spoil........................................................... 1029-AC04 1488 Financial Assurances................................................................ 1029-AC05 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 74593]] Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1489 Indian Lands........................................................................ 1029-AB83 1490 Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Notices............................................. 1029-AB99 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Discontinued Entries -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Identification Title Date Comments Number -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1029-AB79 Contemporaneous Reclamation 08/01/2002 Withdrawn No further action will be taken at this time. 1029-AB92 Emergency Action Plans--Impoundments 08/01/2002 Withdrawn - No further action will be taken at this time. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Reclamation--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1491 Authorization of Law Enforcement Officers at Reclamation Facilities................. 1006-AA42 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Reclamation--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1492 Acreage Limitation.................................................................. 1006-AA43 1493 Trespass on Reclamation Lands and Facilities........................................ 1006-AA44 1494 Public Conduct on Reclamation Lands and Projects.................................... 1006-AA45 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Land Management--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1495 Sales--Federal Land Policy and Management Act....................................... 1004-AB77 1496 Desert Land Entries................................................................. 1004-AC56 1497 Disposal of Reserved Minerals Under the Stock Raising Homestead Act................. 1004-AC59 1498 Mineral Patent Applications; Adverse Claims, Protests, and Conflicts................ 1004-AD32 1499 Conservation; Helium Leasing........................................................ 1004-AD35 1500 Grazing Administration--Exclusive of Alaska......................................... 1004-AD42 1501 Permits for Recreation on Public Lands.............................................. 1004-AD45 1502 Wilderness Management............................................................... 1004-AD54 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Land Management--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1503 Cost Recovery; Mineral Filings and Operations....................................... 1004-AC64 1504 Rights-of-Way, Principles and Procedures; Rights-of-Way Under the Mineral Leasing 1004-AC74 Act................................................................................. 1505 Indian Allotments................................................................... 1004-AC77 1506 Use Authorizations (Recreation)..................................................... 1004-AD25 1507 Location Recording and Maintenance of Mining Claims and Sites....................... 1004-AD31 1508 Coal Management: Noncompetitive Leases; Management Provisions and Limitations....... 1004-AD43 [[Page 74594]] 1509 Wilderness Management............................................................... 1004-AD46 1510 Disclaimers of Interest............................................................. 1004-AD50 1511 RIghts-of-Way Under the Mineral Leasing Act; Timing of Approvals.................... 1004-AD55 1512 Oil and Gas Leasing Operations; Bonding............................................. 1004-AD56 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Land Management--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1513 Leases, Permits, and Easements...................................................... 1004-AB51 1514 Coalbed Methane Development......................................................... 1004-AC27 1515 Carey Act Grants.................................................................... 1004-AC80 1516 Oil and Gas Leasing and Operations.................................................. 1004-AC94 1517 Appeals Procedures; Hearings Procedures............................................. 1004-AC99 1518 Hazardous Materials Compliance...................................................... 1004-AD38 1519 Supplementary Rules for Public Demonstrations at Grand Staircase-Escalante National 1004-AD40 Monument............................................................................ 1520 Surface Management; Segregated or Withdrawn Lands................................... 1004-AD51 1521 Mining Claims Under the General Mining Laws; Surface Management..................... 1004-AD53 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bureau of Land Management--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1522 Location Recording and Maintenance of Mining Claims or Sites........................ 1004-AD52 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Office of the Secretary--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identification Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1523 Wild and Scenic Rivers.............................................................. 1093-AA08 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1226. NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS: TYPE B PROCEDURES Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 42 USC 9651(c) CFR Citation: 43 CFR 11 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: CERCLA and the Clean Water Act allow natural resource trustees to bring a claim against a potentially responsible party for resources that have been injured by a release of a hazardous substance. CERCLA requires that natural resource damage assessment regulations be promulgated and that the regulations be reviewed, and revised as appropriate, every two years. This rulemaking is the biennial review of the administrative process for conducting assessments as well as the so-called type B procedures for determining injury and damages through scientific and economic studies. This rulemaking will also address the calculation of lost non-use values of natural resources, in compliance with State of Ohio v. Department of the Interior, 880 F.2d 432 (D.C. Cir. 1989), which ordered the Department to allow for the assessment of all reliably calculated values lost as a result of a natural resource injury. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/16/96 61 FR 37031 ANPRM Comment Period End 09/16/96 NPRM 05/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined [[Page 74595]] Agency Contact: Frank DeLuise, Assessment Program, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Room 4449, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4143 RIN: 1090-AA29 _______________________________________________________________________ 1227. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE TO PUBLIC LAND HEARINGS AND APPEALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1201 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4.401(c)(2); 43 CFR 4.403 to 4.408; 43 CFR 4.414; 43 CFR 4.415; 43 CFR 4.422(c)(2); 43 CFR 4.450-5 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This document proposes to amend procedural rules governing hearings and appeals in public-lands cases. The amendments are necessary to conform the rules to procedural practices contained in decisions of the Interior Board of Land Appeals. The amended rules would provide parties more complete information and more up-to-date procedures than the existing rules. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/03 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Interior Board of Appeals, 4015 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 235-3750 RIN: 1090-AA68 _______________________________________________________________________ 1228. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; PROCEDURES APPLICABLE IN ADJUDICATIONS BEFORE THE HEARINGS DIVISION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 372; 25 USC 373; 25 USC 373a; 25 USC 373b; 25 USC 374; 30 USC 1201 et seq; 43 USC 1201; 5 USC 571 to 583 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 15; 30 CFR 301; 43 CFR 1850; 43 CFR 4 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would amend regulations governing case management and case processing by administrative law judges in OHA field offices. The rules are necessary to increase efficiency in case processing. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Charles E. Breece, Deputy Director, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 703 235-3810 RIN: 1090-AA73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1229. NONPROCUREMENT SUSPENSION AND DEBARMENT; DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE GRANT REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 31 USC 6101; 41 USC 252a; 41 USC 701 et seq; EO 12549; EO 12689; PL 103-355 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 42; 43 CFR 43 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would implement a common Governmentwide rule for debarment and suspension and a common Governmentwide rule for the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, including several specific provisions that apply to the Department of the Interior. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Debra E. Sonderman, Property Management, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-6431 RIN: 1090-AA79 _______________________________________________________________________ 1230. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS PROCEDURES; PROCEDURES APPLICABLE IN INDIAN PROBATE HEARINGS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 331; 25 USC 372; 25 USC 373; 25 USC 373a; 25 USC 373b; 25 USC 374; 25 USC 9 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the procedural rules for the Hearings Division of the Office of Hearings and Appeals concerning probate hearings. Hearings Division regulations must be amended to reflect OHA policy changes, new developments in probate case law, and other probate developments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Charles E. Breece, Deputy Director, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 703 235-3810 RIN: 1090-AA81 _______________________________________________________________________ 1231. [bull] AMENDMENT OF AUTHORITY TO GRANT STAYS OF GRAZING DECISIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 315 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4160 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will grant authority to administrative law judges to rule on petitions for stay of Bureau of Land Management grazing decisions and on requests to place them into immediate effect. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 [[Page 74596]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Interior Board of Appeals, 4015 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 235-3750 RIN: 1090-AA83 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1232. RECORDS AND TESTIMONY; FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 5 USC 552 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: 43 CFR part 2, subparts A and B, are being revised in their entirety to reflect the provisions of the new FOIA law Electronic FOIA Amendments of 1996, Pub. L. 104-231, the recommendations of the National Performance Review lab, and to make other changes as necessary. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/16/01 66 FR 36966 NPRM Comment Period End 09/14/01 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Alexandra Mallus, DOI FOIA Officer (OIRM), Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5342 RIN: 1090-AA61 _______________________________________________________________________ 1233. NONDISCRIMINATION IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR NATIONAL ORIGIN, HANDICAP, OR AGE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 29 USC 794; 42 USC 2000d-1; 42 USC 6101 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed joint rule will incorporate the broadened definitions of the terms program and program or activity as contained in the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (CRRA). The CRRA broadened the definitions of those terms so that all operations of an entity that receives Federal financial assistance are covered, not just the particular part receiving the Federal assistance. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/06/00 65 FR 76460 NPRM Comment Period End 01/05/01 Final Action 12/00/02 Final Action Effective 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local Agency Contact: Melvin C. Fowler, Civil Rights Staff Assistant, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-3455 RIN: 1090-AA77 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1234. [bull] SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE TO SURFACE COAL MINING HEARINGS AND APPEALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1256; 30 USC 1260; 30 USC 1261; 30 USC 1264; 5 USC 301 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule corrects addresses, phone numbers, and cross references to rules in title 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 10/01/02 67 FR 61506 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Interior Board of Appeals, 4015 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 235-3750 RIN: 1090-AA82 BILLING CODE 4310-RK-S [[Page 74597]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Prerule Stage United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1235. CONSIDERATION OF LISTING THE GREEN IGUANA (IGUANA IGUANA) AS INJURIOUS, PURSUANT TO THE LACEY ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Humane Society of the United States requested that the Service list the green iguana as injurious under the Lacey Act. Iguanas are released into the wild by their owners for various reasons. These iguanas may be carriers of Salmonella bacteria and could negatively impact native populations. A notice requesting information will be published so that data can be gathered as to the injurious nature of the iguanas. This information will be analyzed to determine whether listing is warranted. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Inquiry 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal URL For Public Comments: http://GreenIguana@fws.gov Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Email: kari_duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF08 _______________________________________________________________________ 1236. PARTNERS FOR FISH AND WILDLIFE PROGRAM Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 16 USC 742(a) to 754 CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Portions of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manual are being revised to update policy on the implementation of the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program. This program provides private landowners with cost-sharing and restoration expertise to restore fish and wildlife habitat. The program does not acquire lands and is a voluntary incentive program. The revisions update policy, incorporate Office of Inspector General recommendations, and clarify technical assistance and cost-sharing in light of changes in U.S. Department of Agriculture conservation programs. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Availability 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Hannibal Bolton, Chief, Division of Fish and Wildlife Management and Habitat Restoration, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 840, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1718 RIN: 1018-AH98 _______________________________________________________________________ 1237. RELEASE OF CAPTIVE-REARED MALLARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This notice announces our intent to resume review of all aspects of regulations pertaining to the release and harvest of captive-reared mallards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Intent 08/28/01 66 FR 45274 Notice of Availability 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1238. NORTH AMERICAN WETLANDS CONSERVATION ACT GRANT ADMINISTRATION POLICIES Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 16 USC 4401 et seq CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Grant Administration Policies are being published as an interim measure to guide the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grants process and to provide advance notice of rulemaking; the Service intends to engage in rulemaking to set out its own regulations for NAWCA grants administration that will supersede the Grant Administration Policies. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal URL For More Information: http://birdhabitat.fws.gov Agency Contact: David A Smith, Chief, Division of Bird Habitat Conservation, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Suite 110, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1784 Fax: 703 358-2282 RIN: 1018-AI13 [[Page 74598]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1239. GENERAL PROVISIONS AND GENERAL PERMIT PROCEDURES--50 CFR PART 13 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 704; 16 USC 712; 16 USC 742j-1; 16 USC 1382; 16 USC 1538(d); 16 USC 1539; 16 USC 1540(f); 16 USC 3374; 16 USC 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 42; 19 USC 1202; 31 USC 9701; EO 11911 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend 50 CFR part 13, which provides uniform permit procedures relating to the general administration of Service permits, to update the permit application fee schedule. Permit fees have not been revised since 1982. This change is necessary in order to recover a larger percentage of the cost of processing the permits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AC57 _______________________________________________________________________ 1240. SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE PROCEDURES -- 50 CFR PART 12 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4222 to 4241; 16 USC 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 12 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend regulations in 50 CFR part 12 that establish procedures relating to property seized and administrative forfeiture under various laws enforced by the Service. This revision is intended to provide uniform guidance for the bonded release, appraisement, administrative proceeding petition for remission, and disposal of items subject to forfeiture. Also, these revisions are intended to provide for greater consistency of Service seizure and forfeiture procedures with those of the U.S. Customs Service. In August 2000, the Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act became law. CAFRA mandated many changes to 50 CFR 12 that are incorporated in this proposed rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/27/95 60 FR 58468 Second NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Assistant Director for Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service Phone: 703 358-1949 Email: kevin_adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AC89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1241. REVISIONS TO THE FEDERAL AID ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 777i; 16 USC 669i; 18 USC 701 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 80 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to revise part 80 to clarify the language in the administrative requirements section and simplify some of the procedures to enable the States and the public to better understand the procedures and requirements for obtaining and administering grants under the Federal Aid in Fish and Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Acts. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: Kim Galvan, Management Analyst, Division of Federal Aid, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 140, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1851 Email: kim_galvan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE17 _______________________________________________________________________ 1242. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; AMERICAN EEL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Listing of native U.S. species in appendix III to CITES for more effective monitoring of trade, to ensure that traded specimens are legally acquired in their State(s) of origin, and to obtain the cooperation of other countries that are parties to CITES, in controlling the trade in such specimens. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: marie_maltese@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1243. HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD MAMMALS, BIRDS, REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS TO THE UNITED STATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 42; 16 USC 3371 to 3378 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The proposed rule contains amendments designed to add numerous transport standards to part 14 for reptiles and amphibians. Standards have already been promulgated for mammals and birds. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No [[Page 74599]] Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF27 _______________________________________________________________________ 1244. IMPORTATION, EXPORTATION, AND TRANSPORTATION OF WILDLIFE, 50 CFR PART 14 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 704, 712, 1382, 1538(d) to (f), and 1540(f); 16 USC 3371 to 3378, 4223 to 4244, and 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 42; 31 USC 483(a) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the importation, exportation and transportation regulations pertaining to the movement of all wildlife into or out of the United States. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 07/15/98 63 FR 38143 NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Assistant Director for Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service Phone: 703 358-1949 Email: kevin_adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1245. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; TIBETAN ANTELOPE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, 12 month finding. Abstract: We received a petition to list the Tibetan antelope as endangered. We must determine if status review shows that the petitioned action is warranted. If so, we will propose endangered status for the Tibetan antelope, or chiru (Pantholops hodgsoni). The antelope is a wild ungulate native to Tibet, Kashmir, and north-central China. It is threatened by illegal trade in its wool, known as shahtoosh, which is exceptionally fine. The wool and shawls made from it are in great demand on the black market, resulting in the slaughter of thousands of these animals annually. The species has experienced dramatic declines in recent years despite efforts by range countries to control poaching, as well as a prohibition on international commercial trade through listing in appendix I of CITES. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 04/25/00 65 FR 24171 NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: kurt_johnson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF49 _______________________________________________________________________ 1246. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; ADDITION OF THE ASIAN SWAMP EEL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will review economic and biologic information on the 17 species in the swamp eel family, Synbranchidae, for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Email: kari_duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF53 _______________________________________________________________________ 1247. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATION OF THE STRAIGHT-HORNED MARKHOR POPULATION OF THE TORGHAR REGION OF BALUCHISTAN, PAKISTAN, FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, 12 month finding. Abstract: We received a petition to reclassify a certain population of the straight-horned markhor from endangered to threatened. We must determine if a status review shows that the petitioned action is warranted and if so, we will propose to change the classification of the straight-horned markhor population of the Torghar Hills region of Baluchistan Province, Pakistan, from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The markhor is a species of wild goat that occurs in small, isolated populations in rugged, arid mountain habitats in Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: kurt_johnson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG00 [[Page 74600]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1248. FEDERAL FALCONRY STANDARDS AND FALCONRY PERMITTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 711 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21.28; 50 CFR 21.29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will propose changes in the regulations governing the practice of falconry in the United States. We propose substantial reorganization of the current regulations, combining 50 CFR 21.28 and 21.29 and reorganizing the topics in those sections. We will add or change some provisions in the current regulations. The changes will make it easier to understand the requirements for falconry and the procedures for obtaining a falconry permit. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG11 _______________________________________________________________________ 1249. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE GULF COAST DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE BROWN PELICAN POPULATION IN THE SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the remaining Gulf coast population of the Brown pelican (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) from the list of threatened and endangered species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1250. WILD BIRD CONSERVATION ACT: REVIEW OF APPROVED LIST OF CAPTIVE- BRED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Under the Wild Bird Conservation Act, a species may be exempt from the prohibitions of the Act if it qualifies for inclusion in an approved list. One way for a species to be included is if the species occurs in trade only as captive-bred specimens. We intend to seek information and consider whether to amend this approved list, which was established in 1994. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 05/29/01 66 FR 29072 NPRM 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: michael_kreger@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1251. INTERAGENCY GUIDANCE FOR THE PRESCRIPTION OF FISHWAYS PURSUANT TO SECTION 18 OF THE FEDERAL POWER ACT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 791(a) et seq CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This will make publicly available internal guidance for us and the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the prescription of fishways under section 18 of the Federal Power Act, for non-Federal hydropower projects licensed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The guidance document will be reviewed following a two-year trial period, and the information obtained will be used to support a final action. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 12/22/00 65 FR 80898 Notice of Availability 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Dr. Benjamin Tuggle, Chief, Division of Federal Program Activities, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 400, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2161 Fax: 703 358-1869 RIN: 1018-AH42 _______________________________________________________________________ 1252. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF 2 FISHES IN SHOAL CREEK, ALABAMA AND TENNESSEE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose the establishment of nonessential experimental populations for 2 fishes, the Boulder darter and Spotfin chub, in Shoal Creek, Alabama and Tennessee. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 [[Page 74601]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1253. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE PAPERY WHITLOW-WORT, WIREWEED AND SANDLACE FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED. Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the papery whitlow-wort, wireweed and sandlace plants from endangered to threatened. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1254. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; REMOVAL OF THE SAN MARCOS GAMBUSIA, A FISH, FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to remove the San Marcos gambusia, a fish, from the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH52 _______________________________________________________________________ 1255. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE JOHNSTON'S FRANKENIA FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the Johnston's frankenia, a plant which occurs in Texas, from the List of Endangered and Threatened Plants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH53 _______________________________________________________________________ 1256. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GILA TROUT FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to reclassify from endangered to threatened the Gila trout. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH57 _______________________________________________________________________ 1257. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE MISSOURI BLADDER-POD, A PLANT, FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the Missouri bladder-pod, a plant, from endangered to threatened. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 [[Page 74602]] Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1258. EXPORT OF LIVE ALLIGATORS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: EO 13112 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17; 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This policy will prohibit the export of live American alligators because of invasive species concerns in the countries of destination of the animals. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH65 _______________________________________________________________________ 1259. EAGLE PERMITS: NEW DEFINITIONS, PERMITS FOR INCIDENTAL TAKING OF BALD EAGLES NECESSARY TO PROTECT OTHER INTERESTS IN ANY PARTICULAR LOCALITY Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a CFR Citation: 50 CFR 22 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would allow take of bald eagles under the Eagle Protection Act incidental to otherwise lawful activities, in the event the species is removed from the U.S. Endangered Species List. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH74 _______________________________________________________________________ 1260. MARINE MAMMALS: INCIDENTAL TAKE DURING SPECIFIED ACTIVITIES (MANATEES) Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 6, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We intend to develop a rule that would allow for the incidental, unintentional take of small numbers of Florida manatees that results from government activities related to watercraft and watercraft access facilities within the geographic area of the species' range in Florida for a period of not more than 5 years. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 03/12/01 66 FR 14352 NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal Agency Contact: Dr. Benjamin Tuggle, Chief, Division of Federal Program Activities, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 400, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2161 Fax: 703 358-1869 RIN: 1018-AH86 _______________________________________________________________________ 1261. IMPORTATION OF EXOTIC WILD BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES; ADDING BLUE-FRONTED AMAZON PARROTS FROM ARGENTINA'S APPROVED SUSTAINABLE USE MANAGEMENT PLAN TO THE APPROVED LIST OF NON-CAPTIVE BRED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would allow the import into the United States of parrots removed from the wild in Argentina under an approved sustainable use management plan. This is the first such plan that, if approved, would contribute to the goals of the Wild Bird Conservation Act to promote the conservation of exotic birds through sustainable use. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1262. MARINE MAMMALS: INCIDENTAL TAKE DURING SPECIFIED ACTIVITIES (BEAUFORT SEA POLAR BEAR AND WALRUS) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes issuance of regulations to allow the incidental, unintentional take of small numbers of marine mammals in activities (other than commercial fishing) in specific geographical areas. These regulations would authorize incidental take of polar bears and walrus in the Beaufort Sea during oil and gas energy activities for up to 5 years, when current regulations expire on March 31, 2003. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local [[Page 74603]] Agency Contact: Dr. Benjamin Tuggle, Chief, Division of Federal Program Activities, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 400, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2161 Fax: 703 358-1869 RIN: 1018-AH92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1263. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REVISIONS TO THE REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO PERMITS ISSUED UNDER THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT. Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Presently, Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances only allow incidental take of species. The Service is proposing to amend the policies to allow for intentional take of species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH93 _______________________________________________________________________ 1264. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR BLACKBURN'S SPHINX MOTH Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 2001, Court order. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Blackburn's sphinx moth. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/13/02 67 FR 40633 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54763 NPRM Comment Period End 12/30/02 Final Action 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1265. CIVIL PROCEDURES, 50 CFR PART 11 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 3371 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 11 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: These regulations will contain uniform rules and procedures for the assessment of civil penalties in connection with violations of certain laws and regulations enforced by the Service. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Assistant Director for Law Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service Phone: 703 358-1949 Email: kevin_adams@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1266. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF TWO AUSTRALIAN PARAKEETS FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to reclassify these two species of Australian parakeets so that their listing under the Endangered Species Act accurately reflects their current status. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: michael_kreger@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1267. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; BELUGA STURGEON Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, Notice of 90-day finding. We must determine if petitioned action is warranted within 90 days or as soon as possible after receipt of petition. Abstract: Based upon a review of the species in response to a petition, we may propose to list the Beluga sturgeon (Huso huso) as endangered. This species historically inhabited the Caspian, Black, Azov and Adriatic Seas and all rivers flowing into them. The Adriatic Sea population has been extirpated, and no wild Beluga sturgeon has been found in the Sea of Azov since the mid 1980s. This species has declined due to fishing pressure. This species is highly valued for its caviar [[Page 74604]] and is subject to both legal and substantial levels of illegal fishing. The Beluga sturgeon has also been impacted by dam building and other forms of habitat modification. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 06/20/02 67 FR 41918 NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: marie_maltese@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI11 _______________________________________________________________________ 1268. CORRECTIONS TO RIGHTS-OF-WAY REGULATIONS Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: PL 101-475 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to make revisions to the Rights-of-Way General Regulations in 50 CFR 29 - subpart B. The revisions will correct the address of our Region 5 Office in 50 CFR 29.21-2(c)(5). We will also implement section 1 of Public Law 101-475 by correcting the names of the House and Senate Committees we must notify upon receipt of an application for a right-of-way for an oil and gas pipeline that is 24 inches or more in diameter and again before granting right-of-way. Finally, the proposed revised regulation will delete the reference to a 60-day waiting period after notification of our intent to grant the right-of-way. (The waiting period was repealed by Congress.) Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Barbara Ann Wyman, Program Manager, Division of Realty, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 622, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1811 Fax: 703 358-2223 Email: barbara_wyman@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI12 _______________________________________________________________________ 1269. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE VENTURA MARSH MILKVETCH Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the plant, the Ventura Marsh milkvetch, which occurs in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/09/02 67 FR 62926 NPRM Comment Period End 12/09/02 Final Rule 10/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI21 _______________________________________________________________________ 1270. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 6 GUAM SPECIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 1, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for 6 Guam species. These include two mammals, the Little Mariana fruit bat and the Mariana fruit bat, and four birds, the Guam broadbill, the Mariana crow, the Guam Micronesian kingfisher and the Guam bridled white-eye. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/15/02 67 FR 63737 NPRM Comment Period End 12/16/02 Final Rule 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI25 _______________________________________________________________________ 1271. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR FOUR FAIRY SHRIMP AND 11 PLANTS IN CALIFORNIA Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for four fairy shrimp and 11 plants in California. The fairy shrimp are the Conservancy fairy shrimp, the Longhorn fairy shrimp, the Vernal Pool fairy shrimp and the Vernal Pool tadpole shrimp. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/24/02 67 FR 59883 NPRM Comment Period End 11/25/02 Final Rule 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and [[Page 74605]] Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI26 _______________________________________________________________________ 1272. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING RESIDENT CANADA GEESE POPULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would establish a regulation authorizing State wildlife agencies to conduct indirect and/or direct population control management activities on resident Canada geese including the take of birds. The intent of this rule is to allow State wildlife management agencies sufficient flexibility to deal with problems caused by resident Canada geese and guide and direct Canada goose population growth and management activities in the conterminous United States. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI32 _______________________________________________________________________ 1273. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D--2004 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND SHELLFISH REGULATIONS Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest limits, methods, and means related to taking of fish and shellfish for subsistence uses during the 2004 regulatory year. This rulemaking is necessary because subpart D is subject to an annual review cycle. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3888 RIN: 1018-AI37 _______________________________________________________________________ 1274. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C--NONRURAL DETERMINATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the rural/nonrural determinations based on the new 2000 Federal census data. This review/revision is called for in 50 CFR 100.15 and 36 CFR 242.15. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3888 RIN: 1018-AI38 _______________________________________________________________________ 1275. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANT DAMAGES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 712 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are proposing to establish, in cooperation with State wildlife agencies and USDA-APHIS-wildlife services, a cormorant damage management program. This program is designed to provide a biologically sound, cost-effective, and flexible method for the control of damages associated with cormorants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal URL For More Information: http://migratorybirds.fws.gov/issues/cormorant/cormorant.html Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI39 _______________________________________________________________________ 1276. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE AMERICAN CROCODILE FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the American crocodile from endangered to threatened. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and [[Page 74606]] State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI41 _______________________________________________________________________ 1277. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SOUTHWEST ALASKAN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE NORTHERN SEA OTTER Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will propose listing the southwest Alaskan distinct population segment of the Northern sea otter, found mostly in the Aleutian Islands and the Alaska peninsula and adjacent waters. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1278. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE MOUNTAIN PLOVER WITH A SPECIAL RULE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 16, 2000. Abstract: We will amend our proposed listing of the Mountain plover based on new information. We will also publish a proposed Special Rule under section 4(d) of the Endangered Species Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/16/99 64 FR 7587 NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/19/99 64 FR 19108 Second NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI45 _______________________________________________________________________ 1279. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CACTUS FERRUGINOUS PYGMY OWL Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 13, 2002. Abstract: We will propose a new designation of critical habitat for the Cactus ferruginous pygmy owl distinct population segment found in Arizona. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI48 _______________________________________________________________________ 1280. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COLUMBIA-KLAMATH DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE BULL TROUT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 1, 2002. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Columbia- Klamath distinct population segment of the Bull trout. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Energy Effects: Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by Executive Order 13211. Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI52 _______________________________________________________________________ 1281. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION STATUS AND REINTRODUCTION OF 16 MUSSELS, 1 SNAIL, AND 5 FISHES IN TENNESSEE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose the establishment of Nonessential Experimental Population status and reintroduction of 16 mussels, 1 snail, and 5 fishes in Tennessee Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI54 [[Page 74607]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1282. [bull] IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2002 LANDOWNER INCENTIVE PROGRAM (NON-TRIBAL PORTION) FOR STATES, TERRITORIES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 88-578 CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 2002. Abstract: The Landowner Incentive Program (LIP) is a $40 million (LWCF derived) grant program authorized in the FY 2002 Interior Appropriations Bill that provides competitive matching grants to States, territories, the District of Columbia, and tribes. The grants will establish or supplement landowner incentive programs that provide technical and financial assistance to private landowners for projects that protect and restore habitats of listed species or species determined to be at-risk. It is important to note this action includes the ``non-tribal'' portion of this program only. Separate policy guidelines are being developed by the Service for the tribal LIP program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Policy 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kim Galvan, Management Analyst, Division of Federal Aid, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 140, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1851 Email: kim_galvan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI55 _______________________________________________________________________ 1283. [bull] TRIBAL WILDLIFE GRANTS PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2002 Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 107-63 CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is providing draft implementation guidance for this $5 million program, which derives from the State Wildlife Grant Program. Proposed guidelines, ranking criteria, and additional information are presented for public comment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Patrick Durham, Native American Liaison, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 3012, 1849 C Street, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4133 RIN: 1018-AI58 _______________________________________________________________________ 1284. [bull] TRIBAL LANDOWNER INCENTIVE PROGRAM (T-LIP) IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2002 Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 88-578 CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is providing draft implementation guidance for the $4 million tribal component of the Landowner Incentive Program. Proposed guidelines, ranking criteria, and additional information are presented for public comment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Patrick Durham, Native American Liaison, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 3012, 1849 C Street, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4133 RIN: 1018-AI59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1285. [bull] SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D -- 2003-2004 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF WILDLIFE REGULATIONS Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest limits, methods and means for the subsistence taking of wildlife during the 2003 regulatory year. This rulemaking is necessary because subpart D is subject to an annual review cycle. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3888 RIN: 1018-AI62 _______________________________________________________________________ 1286. [bull] 2003-2004 REFUGE SPECIFIC HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 16 USC 460; 16 USC 664; 16 USC 668(dd) to 668(ee); 16 USC 715(i) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 32 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to open additional National Wildlife Refuges to hunting and/or sport fishing and to provide refuge-specific regulations for those activities. This is an annual update for the National Wildlife Refuge System that ensures adequate public notice of openings/ changes each fall. We operate hunting/fishing programs on National Wildlife Refuges in furtherance of the implementation of the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 directives to facilitate compatible priority wildlife-dependant recreational opportunities. [[Page 74608]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Leslie Marler, Management Analyst, National Wildlife Refuge System, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 670, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2397 RIN: 1018-AI63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1287. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; EIDERDOWN FROM ICELAND Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 95-616; 16 USC 712(2); PL 106-108 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will allow the importation into the United States of processed Icelandic eiderdown. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1288. [bull] IMPORT OF POLAR BEAR TROPHIES FROM CANADA; FINDING FOR THE GULF OF BOOTHIA POPULATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18.30 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule announces proposed findings on the import of polar bears (Ursus maritimus) taken in sport hunts from the Canadian Gulf of Boothia polar bear population under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI65 _______________________________________________________________________ 1289. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE CALIFORNIA SALAMANDER (RANGEWIDE) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 15, 2003. Abstract: We will propose to list the California tiger salamander throughout its range, to include areas where it is not already listed, under the Endangered Species Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI68 _______________________________________________________________________ 1290. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE DESERT YELLOWHEAD Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 8, 2003, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat for the Desert yellowhead, a threatened plant found in Wyoming. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1291. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SOUTHWESTERN WILLOW FLYCATCHER Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 1, 2003. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Southwestern willow flycatcher, an endangered bird found in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas and Utah. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI70 [[Page 74609]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1292. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SAN DIEGO FAIRY SHRIMP Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 11, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the endangered San Diego Fairy shrimp, a freshwater crustacean found in southern California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI71 _______________________________________________________________________ 1293. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA GNATCATCHER Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 11, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat for the Coastal California gnatcatcher, a threatened bird found in southern California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI72 _______________________________________________________________________ 1294. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 9 APPALACHIAN BIVALVES (FRESHWATER MUSSELS) Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 17, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat, if prudent, for nine species of Appalachian bivalves, or freshwater mussels. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1295. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR BRAUN'S ROCKCRESS Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 19, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for Braun's rockcress, an endangered plant found in Kentucky and Tennessee. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI74 _______________________________________________________________________ 1296. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CUMBERLAND ELKTOE Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 19, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat, if prudent, for the Cumberland elktoe, an endangered freshwater mussel found in Kentucky and Tennessee. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI75 _______________________________________________________________________ 1297. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR FOUR APPALACHIAN MUSSELS Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 16, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat, if prudent, for four [[Page 74610]] species of Appalachian bivalves, or freshwater mussels. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI76 _______________________________________________________________________ 1298. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR A PLANT, THE PEIRSON'S MILKVETCH Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 28, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for Pierson's milkvetch, a threatened plant found in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1299. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR A PLANT, THE LANE MOUNTAIN MILKVETCH Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 15, 2003, Court order. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Lane Mountain milkvetch, an endangered plant found in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI78 _______________________________________________________________________ 1300. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF A PLANT, THE ARIZONA AGAVE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the Arizona agave (Agave arizonica) from the list of threatened and endangered species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI79 _______________________________________________________________________ 1301. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF THE NORTHERN APLOMADO FALCON Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to establish a nonessential experimental population for the Northern aplomado falcon (Falco femoralis septentrionalis), to facilitate the recovery of this endangered species and to provide that its re-introduction will not impose new restrictions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI80 _______________________________________________________________________ 1302. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR THE DUGONG IN THE REPUBLIC OF PALAU Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to reopen the comment period on the proposed listing, as endangered, of the dugong in the Republic of Palau. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on August 5, 1993. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No [[Page 74611]] Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: roddy_gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI81 _______________________________________________________________________ 1303. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR THE SCIMITAR-HORNED ORYX, ADDAX, AND DAMA GAZELLE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to reopen the comment period on the proposed listing of the Scimitar-Horned oryx, addax and the Dama gazelle as endangered. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on November 5, 1991. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: roddy_gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI82 _______________________________________________________________________ 1304. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DOWNLISTING THE WOOD BISON FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to publish a proposed rule to downlist the Wood bison from endangered to threatened. This action is being considered due to progress in the recovery of this species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: roddy_gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1305. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD SUBSISTENCE HARVEST IN ALASKA; REGULATIONS FOR THE SPRING AND SUMMER 2003 SEASON Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742a to 742j CFR Citation: 50 CFR 92 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This is the first of annual regulations that will prescribe frameworks for harvest dates, the species that can be taken, and methods and means for subsistence harvest of migratory birds during the spring and summer in Alaska. These regulations were developed under a new process involving the Service, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, and Alaska Native representatives. A 1916 treaty with Canada established a closed season for the taking of migratory birds between March 10 and September 1. The governments of Canada, Mexico, and the United States recently amended the 1916 treaty and a subsequent 1936 treaty to provide for the legal subsistence harvest of migratory birds and their eggs in Alaska and Canada during the closed season. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Final Action 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Donna Dewhurst, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 E. Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3499 Email: donna_dewhurst@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI84 _______________________________________________________________________ 1306. [bull] SAFE HARBOR AGREEMENTS AND CANDIDATE CONSERVATION AGREEMENTS WITH ASSURANCES; REVISIONS TO THE REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13.25; 50 CFR 17.22; 50 CFR 17.32 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: FWS is proposing to revise the implementing regulations for permits issued under Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements With Assurances. These minor regulatory revisions will make SHAs and CCAAs easier to understand and implement. After practical application of the policy and regulations, we see some inconsistencies and a need to refine/define some terminology. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Jody Elizabeth Brown, Biologist, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2105 Fax: 703 358-2324 Email: jody_brown@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI85 [[Page 74612]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1307. LIST OF MIGRATORY BIRDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 704; 16 USC 712 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 10.13 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The List of Migratory Birds found at 50 CFR 10.13 is being revised to (1) bring the list into conformity with generally accepted taxonomy and nomenclature--English (common) and scientific names, as reflected in four published supplements to the 6th (1983) edition of the American Ornithologists' Union Checklist of North American Birds; and (2) add species that are of regular occurrence in the United States that are not included on the current list. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/09/95 60 FR 24686 Second NPRM 10/12/01 66 FR 52281 Second NPRM Comment Period End 11/13/01 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AB72 _______________________________________________________________________ 1308. CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES (CITES) Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This will be a revision to an existing rule that will incorporate decisions/interpretations made at nine conferences of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/08/00 65 FR 26663 Correction 06/29/00 65 FR 40167 Final Rule 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AD87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1309. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GRAY WOLF IN CERTAIN PARTS OF ITS RANGE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to reclassify certain populations of the gray wolf from endangered to threatened status under the Endangered Species Act, based on the recent recovery achievements, and to establish distinct population segments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/13/00 65 FR 43449 Notice - Meetings and Hearings 07/26/00 65 FR 45956 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF20 _______________________________________________________________________ 1310. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON, POPULATION OF THE COLUMBIA WHITE-TAILED DEER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on a proposed rule to remove the Douglas County, Oregon, population of the Columbia white- tailed deer from the list of endangered and threatened species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/11/99 64 FR 25263 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 11/03/99 64 FR 59729 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 12/29/99 64 FR 72992 Second NPRM 06/21/02 67 FR 42217 Final Action 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1311. IMPORTATION OF CAPTIVE-BRED EXOTIC BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES FROM BREEDING FACILITIES IN OTHER COUNTRIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15.41; 50 CFR 15.42 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will establish the information requirements and approval criteria for the import of captive-bred wild exotic birds from overseas breeding facilities. This rule applies primarily to species listed in the appendices to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora [[Page 74613]] (CITES), which are otherwise prohibited from import by the Wild Bird Conservation Act of 1992. The rule also describes the process for handling petitions to approve qualifying facilities, establishes the duration of approval, provides for the suspension and revocation of approval, and provides for notice of approved facilities in the Federal Register. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/17/94 59 FR 12784 Final Action 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: roddy_gabel@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1312. POLICY FOR EVALUATION OF CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN ENDANGERED SPECIES DECISIONMAKING Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service announce a draft policy for the evaluation of conservation efforts in making listing decisions under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). The policy identifies criteria to be used in determining whether conservation agreements, conservation plans, management plans, or other formalized conservation efforts remove the need to list a species as threatened or endangered under the Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/13/00 65 FR 37102 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF55 _______________________________________________________________________ 1313. POLICY ON GENERAL CONSERVATION PERMITS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 1361 et seq; 16 USC 703 et seq CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This policy will contain provisions to issue permits to qualified organizations to conduct general conservation activities over a specified period of time instead of issuing multiple permits for each activity. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Proposed Policy 10/28/99 64 FR 58086 Final Action 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1314. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE NORTHERN POPULATION OF THE TIDEWATER GOBY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service plans to make a final determination on the proposed rule to remove the northern population of the tidewater goby from the List of Threatened and Endangered Species. Currently, all tidewater goby populations in California are on the List of Endangered and Threatened Species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/24/99 64 FR 33816 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 02/15/00 65 FR 7483 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 01/03/01 66 FR 345 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF67 _______________________________________________________________________ 1315. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; CERTAIN TURTLE SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action would add certain native turtle species to Appendix III of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. If adopted, exports of the species would require CITES documentation from the Service to ensure that foreign countries accept the shipments. This action is necessary to monitor the impact of trade on the species in an effort to maintain healthy populations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/26/00 65 FR 4217 NPRM Comment Period End 03/13/00 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, [[Page 74614]] United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: marie_maltese@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1316. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATION OF ENDANGERED STATUS AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE GILA CHUB Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, August 18, 2001, Court Order. Abstract: We are proposing endangered status and the designation of critical habitat for the Gila chub. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/09/02 67 FR 51947 NPRM Comment Period End 09/23/02 Final Action 08/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1317. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF THE HOOVER'S WOOLY-STAR Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to remove the Hoover's Wooly-Star from the list of Endangered and Threatened Plants. This action is based on information that indicates this plant is more widespread and abundant than previously thought, more resilient and less vulnerable to certain activities, and adequately protected on public lands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/06/01 66 FR 13474 NPRM Comment Period End 05/07/01 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG41 _______________________________________________________________________ 1318. NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM; MISSION, GOALS, AND PURPOSES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 668(dd) to 668(ee) CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed policy will address the mission, goals and purposes of the National Wildlife Refuge System in the context of the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Proposed Policy 01/16/01 66 FR 3668 Comment Period Extended 03/15/01 66 FR 15136 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 05/15/01 66 FR 26879 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 06/21/01 66 FR 33268 Final Action 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: James W. Kurth, Deputy Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 670 ARLSQ, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 703 358-1744 RIN: 1018-AG46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1319. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE - ADDITION OF BLACK CARP Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will review economic and biological information on the Black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/30/02 67 FR 49280 NPRM Comment Period End 09/30/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined URL For Public Comments: http://BlackCarp@fws.gov Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of Environmental Quality, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2464 Email: kari_duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1320. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATIONS OF WHETHER DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT IS PRUDENT FOR 81 PLANTS AND PROPOSED DESIGNATIONS FOR 76 PLANTS FROM KAUAI AND NIIHAU, HAWAII Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500; 16 USC 1531 to 1544 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, December 16, 2001, Court Order. Abstract: We propose to designate for a second time critical habitat for 77 plants from the islands of Kauai and Niihau, Hawaii. [[Page 74615]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/07/00 65 FR 66807 Correction 11/13/00 65 FR 67796 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 03/07/01 66 FR 13691 Second NPRM 01/28/02 67 FR 3939 Correction 02/11/02 67 FR 6214 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54766 Final Action 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG71 _______________________________________________________________________ 1321. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE PURPLE AMOLE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We will determine critical habitat for the Purple amole in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/08/01 66 FR 56508 NPRM Comment Period End 01/07/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG75 _______________________________________________________________________ 1322. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THREE COASTAL CALIFORNIA PLANTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2001, Court order. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for three coastal plants in California: LaGraciosa thistle; Lompac Yerba Santa; and Gaviota tarplant. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/15/01 66 FR 57559 NPRM Comment Period End 01/14/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG88 _______________________________________________________________________ 1323. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE KECK'S CHECKERMALLOW Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 10, 2002, Court order. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Keck's checkermallow in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/19/02 67 FR 41669 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG93 _______________________________________________________________________ 1324. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE BAKER'S LARKSPUR AND THE YELLOW LARKSPUR Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 10, 2002, Court order. Abstract: We propose to determine critical habitat for the Baker's larkspur and the Yellow larkspur in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/18/02 67 FR 41367 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1325. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE OTAY TARPLANT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 30, 2001, Settlement agreement. [[Page 74616]] Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the Otay tarplant in California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/13/01 66 FR 32052 Final Action 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH00 _______________________________________________________________________ 1326. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR TWO CAVE INVERTEBRATES FROM KAUAI Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, January 1, 2002, Court order to finalize by 01/01/02. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Kauai cave amphipod and the Kauai cave wolf spider. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/27/02 67 FR 14671 NPRM Comment Period End 05/28/02 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH01 _______________________________________________________________________ 1327. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 58 PLANTS IN HAWAII Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, April 30, 2002, 145 plants final by 04/30/02. Abstract: We propose to determine critical habitat for 58 plants on the island of Hawaii. This action is part of litigation involving 245 Hawaiian plants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/28/02 67 FR 36967 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54766 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 09/24/02 67 FR 59811 Final Action 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1328. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATIONS OF WHETHER DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT IS PRUDENT FOR 20 PLANTS AND RE- PROPOSED DESIGNATIONS FOR 32 PLANTS FROM MOLOKAI, HAWAII Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 20, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We re-propose to determine critical habitat for 50 plants on Molokai, Hawaii, and 2 plants in the Maui/NUI Complex, Hawaii, as the result of litigation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/29/00 65 FR 83157 NPRM Comment Period Extended 02/22/01 66 FR 11132 Second NPRM 04/05/02 67 FR 16491 Second NPRM Comment Period End 05/20/02 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54766 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH08 _______________________________________________________________________ 1329. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR PLANTS OF THE NORTHWEST ISLANDS, HAWAII Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 2000, 100 Hawaiian plants. Final, Judicial, November 30, 2001, 100 Hawaiian plants. Abstract: We propose to determine critical habitat for 8 plants on the Northwest Islands of Hawaii, as a result of litigation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/14/02 67 FR 34521 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54766 NPRM 09/12/02 67 FR 57784 NPRM Comment Period End 10/15/02 Final Action 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and [[Page 74617]] Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1330. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATIONS OF WHETHER DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT IS PRUDENT FOR 8 PLANTS AND REPROPOSED DESIGNATIONS FOR 18 PLANTS FROM LANAI, HAWAII Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 16, 2002, settlement. Abstract: We will determine critical habitat for listed plants on the island of Hawaii, as a result of litigation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/27/00 65 FR 82085 NPRM 02/22/01 66 FR 11133 NPRM 04/06/01 66 FR 18223 NPRM 03/04/02 67 FR 9805 NPRM Comment Period End 04/18/02 Final Action 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH10 _______________________________________________________________________ 1331. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE TRUCKEE BARBERRY FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the Truckee barberry from the List of Endangered and Threatened Plants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/03/02 67 FR 56254 Final Action 09/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH47 _______________________________________________________________________ 1332. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; REMOVAL OF THE GUAM BROADBILL AND MARIANA MALLARD FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to remove the Guam broadbill and the Mariana mallard from the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/25/02 67 FR 3675 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH50 _______________________________________________________________________ 1333. ADDITION OF THE BASKING SHARK AND THE STAG BEETLE TO APPENDIX III UNDER CITES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will amend the regulations in 50 CFR part 23 by adding the basking shark and the stag beetle to appendix III under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH66 _______________________________________________________________________ 1334. AUDIT RESOLUTION POLICY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: OMB Circular A-133 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 80; 43 CFR 12 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will publish 6 USFWS Manual chapters regarding Federal Government auditing standards as they pertain to State grantees. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Policy 12/14/01 66 FR 64845 Policy 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: Kim Galvan, Management Analyst, Division of Federal Aid, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 140, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 [[Page 74618]] Phone: 703 358-1851 Email: kim_galvan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1335. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: REPROPOSED DETERMINATIONS OF PRUDENCY AND PROPOSED DESIGNATIONS OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR PLANTS FROM MAUI AND KAHOOLAWE, HAWAII Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 2000, 100 Hawaii plants. Final, Judicial, November 30, 2001, 100 Hawaii plants. Abstract: We will determine critical habitat for approximately 63 plants from Maui and Kahoolawe, Hawaii. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/18/00 65 FR 79191 NPRM 02/22/01 66 FR 11131 NPRM Comment Period End 04/02/01 NPRM 04/03/02 67 FR 15855 NPRM Comment Period End 05/20/02 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54764 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54766 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 10/02/02 67 FR 61845 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1336. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REOPENING OF COMMENT PERIOD ON THE THREATENED STATUS OF THE SACRAMENTO SPLITTAIL (POGONICHTHYS MACROLEPIDOTIS) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, January 31, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We were ordered by a court to reanalyze the information concerning the listing decision for the Sacramento splittail. Therefore, we have reopened the comment period for this issue. The previous regulatory action that finalized the listing decision for the Sacramento splittail was assigned RIN 1018-AC26, and was completed with the publication of the final rule designating the Sacramento splittail as a threatened species, effective March 10, 1999 (64 FR 5963). Since RIN 1018-AC26 has been completed, we are considering the reopening of the comment period on this issue to be a new regulatory action, which has been assigned this current RIN. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Comment Period Extended 01/12/01 66 FR 2828 Comment Period Reopened 05/08/01 66 FR 23181 Comment Period End 06/07/01 Comment Period Reopened 08/17/01 66 FR 43145 Comment Period End 10/01/01 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 03/21/02 67 FR 13095 NPRM Correction 04/01/02 67 FR 15337 NPRM Comment Period End 05/20/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1337. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED STATUS FOR POLYGONUM HICKMANII (SCOTTS VALLEY POLYGONUM) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, October 19, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to list the Scotts Valley polygonum as an endangered species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/09/00 65 FR 67335 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH76 _______________________________________________________________________ 1338. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF PROTECTION AREAS FOR THE WEST INDIAN MANATEE IN FLORIDA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, August 2001, Settlement agreement. Final, Judicial, January 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: In August 2001, pursuant to a settlement agreement, we published a proposal to create 16 manatee protection areas in Florida. On January 7, 2002, we published a final rule establishing manatee refuges at two of those sites, while deferring action on making a determination in a final rule on the remaining 14 sites until December 2002. Now, in response to comments received during the public comment period on the August 2001 proposed rule, we are proposing to create an exception to the regulations governing the Barge Canal manatee refuge in Brevard County. Under this exception, parties may apply for authorization to conduct otherwise prohibited activities in the refuge if they can demonstrate to us that the activity can be pursued in such a manner that manatees will not be taken. This exception is being proposed only for the Barge Canal refuge so that [[Page 74619]] we may assess the efficacy of the process in a controlled fashion before considering whether to make the exception more widely available. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/10/01 66 FR 42318 NPRM 08/29/01 66 FR 45662 Final Rule 01/07/02 67 FR 680 NPRM 04/16/02 67 FR 18572 NPRM Comment Period End 06/17/02 Emergency Rule 09/20/02 67 FR 59487 Final Rule 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH80 _______________________________________________________________________ 1339. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS GOVERNING REHABILITATION ACTIVITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the Migratory Bird Permit regulations which authorize permits to take, possess, transport, sell, purchase, barter, import and export migratory birds. The Service proposes to establish a new section to authorize rehabilitation permits, which currently are authorized under 50 CFR 21.27, Special Purpose permits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/06/01 66 FR 63349 NPRM Comment Period End 03/06/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1340. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE RIO GRANDE SILVERY MINNOW Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Rio Grande silvery minnow in New Mexico. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Intent 04/05/01 66 FR 18107 NPRM 06/06/02 67 FR 39205 NPRM 09/12/02 67 FR 57783 Final Action 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH91 _______________________________________________________________________ 1341. PUBLIC NOTICE FOR CITES APPENDIX III LISTING OF SPANISH CEDAR AND BIGLEAF MAHOGANY BY THE GOVERNMENT OF PERU Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This notice advises the public that, by unilateral action provided for in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the Government of Peru has listed Spanish cedar and bigleaf mahogany in CITES appendix III. This listing invokes certain permitting requirements to assist Peru in controlling trade in these species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Pat Ford, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: pat_ford@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1342. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING AND PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING HARVEST OF LIGHT GOOSE POPULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20; 50 CFR 21 subpart E Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule authorizes new methods of take for light goose hunting under 50 CFR part 20 and revises subpart E of 50 CFR part 21 for the management of overabundant light goose populations. It also modifies the conservation order that will increase take of such populations under the authority of this subpart. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/12/01 66 FR 52077 NPRM Correction 11/07/01 66 FR 56266 NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/10/01 66 FR 63665 Final Action 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the [[Page 74620]] Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1343. ADDITION BY INDONESIA OF RAMIN TO APPENDIX III UNDER THE CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES OF WILD FAUNA AND FLORA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This notice advises the public that, by unilateral action provided for in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the Government of Indonesia has listed the tree species, Ramin, in CITES appendix III. This listing invokes certain permitting requirements to assist Indonesia in controlling trade in this species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Pat Ford, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: pat_ford@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI08 _______________________________________________________________________ 1344. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D--2003 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND SHELLFISH REGULATIONS Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest limits, methods, and means related to taking of fish and shellfish for subsistence uses during the 2003 regulatory year. This rulemaking is necessary because subpart D is subject to an annual review cycle. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/11/02 67 FR 6334 Final Action 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3888 RIN: 1018-AI09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1345. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE TINIAN MONARCH FLYCATCHER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service is planning to make a final determination on the proposed rule to delist the Tinian monarch flycatcher from the list of endangered and threatened species, due to apparent increases in population numbers and likely improvement in habitat quality. This bird occurs on Tinian Island in the Marianas. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on February 22, 1999, page 8533, under RIN 1018-AE40. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/22/99 64 FR 8533 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI14 _______________________________________________________________________ 1346. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THREE SNAILS AND ONE AMPHIPOD Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 6, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to list and designate critical habitat for Koster's tyronia, Noel's amphipod, Pecos assiminea and the Roswell springsnail in New Mexico and Texas. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/12/02 67 FR 6459 Final Action 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI15 _______________________________________________________________________ 1347. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; EMERGENCY LISTING OF THE PYGMY RABBIT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Other, Judicial, November 23, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We are emergency listing the Columbia Basin Distinct Population Segment of the Pygmy rabbit in Washington. [[Page 74621]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/30/01 66 FR 59769 Emergency Final Rule 11/30/01 66 FR 59734 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 02/07/02 67 FR 5780 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI17 _______________________________________________________________________ 1348. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE TOPEKA SHINER Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, August 13, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the fish, the Topeka shiner, which occurs in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, and South Dakota. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/21/02 67 FR 54261 Final Action 08/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI20 _______________________________________________________________________ 1349. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE GULF STURGEON Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 2, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Gulf sturgeon. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/08/02 67 FR 51530 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI23 _______________________________________________________________________ 1350. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 103 OAHU, HAWAII, PLANTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 30, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for 103 Oahu, Hawaii, plants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/28/02 67 FR 37107 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54766 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 10/10/02 67 FR 63066 Final Action 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI24 _______________________________________________________________________ 1351. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR FIVE CARBONATE PLANTS IN CALIFORNIA Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, January 30, 2002, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for five carbonate plants in California: Parish's daisy; Cushenbury buckwheat; Cushenbury milk-vetch; San Bernardino Mountains bladderpod; and Cushenbury oxytheca. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/12/02 67 FR 6577 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 09/20/02 67 FR 59239 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI27 _______________________________________________________________________ 1352. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE ISLAND FOX Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 2001, Settlement agreement. [[Page 74622]] Abstract: We propose to list the Island fox, which occurs on the Channel Islands off California. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/10/01 66 FR 63654 Final Action 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI28 _______________________________________________________________________ 1353. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART D; SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH, CUSTOMARY TRADE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will establish the guidelines under which the subsistence taking of fish and shellfish can be considered customary trade. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/27/02 67 FR 8918 Final Action 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: 907 786-3888 RIN: 1018-AI31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1354. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; APPROVAL OF TUNGSTEN-IRON-NICKEL-TIN SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR HUNTING WATERFOWL AND COOTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will propose approval of shot comprised of 65 percent tungsten, 10.4 percent iron, 2.8 percent nickel, and 21.8 percent tin for waterfowl and coot hunting. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/10/02 67 FR 31754 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI33 _______________________________________________________________________ 1355. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF COOK'S LOMATIUM AND LARGE-FLOWERED WOOLLY MEADOWFOAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, October 31, 2002, court order. Abstract: We will make a final listing determination for Cook's lomatium and the large-flowered woolly meadowfoam, two plants in Oregon. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/15/00 65 FR 30941 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 01/14/02 67 FR 1712 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Energy Effects: Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by Executive Order 13211. Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1356. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE PREBLE'S MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 4, 2002. Abstract: We will propose critical habitat for the Preble's Meadow jumping mouse, which is found in Colorado and Wyoming. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/17/02 67 FR 47153 Final Action 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1357. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 9 INVERTEBRATE SPECIES IN BEXAR COUNTY, TEXAS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 30, 2002. Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for 9 species of cave- [[Page 74623]] dwelling invertebrates found in Bexar County, Texas. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/27/02 67 FR 55063 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI47 _______________________________________________________________________ 1358. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SLICKSPOT PEPPERGRASS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will propose listing the slickspot peppergrass, a plant found in Idaho, under the Endangered Species Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/15/02 67 FR 46441 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 09/25/02 67 FR 60206 Final Action 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI50 _______________________________________________________________________ 1359. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE FLAT- TAILED HORNED LIZARD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Other, Judicial, December 26, 2001, court order. Abstract: We will reconsider our 1997 withdrawal of a proposed rule to list the Flat-tailed horned lizard under the Endangered Species Act. As directed by the 9th Circuit Court, on December 26, 2001, we published a notice reinstating our 1993 proposal. A decision to list would extend the protection of the ESA to this species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 12/26/01 66 FR 66384 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 05/30/02 67 FR 37752 NPRM Comment Period End 07/29/02 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 09/24/02 67 FR 59809 Final Rule 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1360. [bull] FISCAL YEAR 2002 PRIVATE STEWARDSHIP GRANTS PROGRAM; PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 107-63 CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are soliciting proposals for Federal assistance under the Private Stewardship Grants Program (PSGP). This action describes how to apply for funding under the PSGP and how we will determine which proposals will be funded. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 06/07/02 67 FR 39419 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Martin Miller, Deputy Chief, Division of Consultation, HCPs and Recovery, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 434, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI56 _______________________________________________________________________ 1361. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF THE BLACK- FOOTED FERRET IN SOUTH-CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to reintroduce and establish a population of Black- footed ferrets into south-central South Dakota, on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/11/02 67 FR 57558 NPRM Comment Period End 10/11/02 Final Action 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI60 _______________________________________________________________________ 1362. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SONOMA COUNTY DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER AS ENDANGERED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 74624]] Abstract: We are planning to list the Sonoma County Distinct Population Segment (DPS) of the California tiger salamander as an endangered species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/22/02 67 FR 47758 Emergency Final Rule 07/22/02 67 FR 47726 NPRM 08/26/02 67 FR 54761 NPRM Comment Period End 10/21/02 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI61 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Long-Term Actions United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1363. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; SPECIFIC PERMIT PROVISIONS; IMPORT AND EXPORT PERMITS; BANDING OR MARKING PERMITS; AND SCIENTIFIC COLLECTING PERMITS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the Migratory Bird Permit Regulations providing permits for the taking, possession, transportation, sale, purchase, importation, exportation, and banding or marking of migratory birds. The Service is revising the requirements for scientific collecting, banding or marking permits and import and export permits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE63 _______________________________________________________________________ 1364. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; INTRODUCTION, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXCEPTIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the migratory-bird permit regulations providing permits for the taking, possession, transportation, sale, purchase, and barter of migratory birds. The Service is revising these permit regulations to update them, simplify language, and ensure consistency in text between all parts and sections. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1365. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1994 AMENDMENTS TO THE MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1374 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Section 104 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes the Director of the Service, acting on behalf of the Secretary of the Interior, to issue permits for activities otherwise prohibited by the Act. Regulations will be developed for issuance of permits and the 1994 amendments to the Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE72 _______________________________________________________________________ 1366. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF THE BALD EAGLE THROUGHOUT THE LOWER 48 STATES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The bald eagle was reclassified to threatened status throughout the lower 48 States in 1995. Continued recovery gains and increasing population trends now make it possible to consider removing the bald eagle from the endangered species list. The Service plans to make a final determination on the proposal to delist the bald eagle. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/06/99 64 FR 36454 NPRM Comment Period End 10/06/99 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No [[Page 74625]] Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF21 _______________________________________________________________________ 1367. TAKING OF MARINE MAMMALS BY LEVEL B HARASSMENT; ISSUANCE OF GENERAL AUTHORIZATION FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND PERMITS FOR PHOTOGRAPHY, EDUCATIONAL, AND COMMERCIAL PURPOSES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 103-238; 16 USC 1361 to 1407 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to issue regulations that would allow us to authorize harassment but not injury or death of marine mammals under our jurisdiction, for scientific research and for photography for educational or commercial purposes. This rule would further implement the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2095 Email: peter_thomas@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AF26 _______________________________________________________________________ 1368. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A SPECIAL RULE FOR THE CANADA LYNX Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.40 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Fish and Wildlife Service plans to propose a special rule under section 4(d) of the Endangered Species Act to provide an alternative voluntary mechanism for the authorization of incidental take of lynx resulting from otherwise lawful trapping or hunting of wildlife other than lynx. The rule will establish criteria that must be satisfied by State or tribal trapping and hunting programs to minimize the likelihood of the incidental take of lynx by trappers and hunters pursuing bobcat or other species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1369. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED STATUS FOR THREE PLANTS FROM THE MARIANA ISLANDS AND GUAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 1, 2001. Abstract: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), propose endangered status pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act), for three plants (no common names): Nesogenes rotensis, Osmoxylon mariannense, and Tabernaemontana rotensis. Nesogenes rotensis and O. mariannense are found only on the island of Rota in the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). Tabernaemontana rotensis occurs on both Rota and the United States Territory of Guam. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/01/00 65 FR 35025 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 10/30/00 65 FR 64649 NPRM Comment Period End 11/29/00 Final Action 04/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG09 _______________________________________________________________________ 1370. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR 12 SPECIES OF PICTURE-WING FLIES FROM THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, July 31, 2001, Court Order. Abstract: We propose endangered status pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act), for 12 species of Hawaiian picture-wing flies--Drosophila aglaia, D. differens, D. hemipeza, D. heteroneura, D. montgomeryi, D. mulli, D. musaphilia, D. neoclavisetae, D. obatai, D. ochrobasis, D. substenoptera, and D. tarphytrichia. These species are found on one or more of the following Hawaiian Islands: Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii. These 12 species face substantial threats from one or more of the following: habitat degradation, loss of host plants, biological pest control, and predation from alien arthropods. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/17/01 66 FR 3964 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal [[Page 74626]] Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG23 _______________________________________________________________________ 1371. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; TAKE OF MIGRATORY BIRDS BY FEDERAL AGENCIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21.15 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: According to a recent ruling of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, Federal Agencies are subject to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) and must have authorization under the MBTA to take migratory birds. Our current regulations authorize issuance of permits to take migratory birds for activities such as scientific research, education, and depredation control. For many other activities that result in take of migratory birds, no permits have been available. This rule would allow Federal activities to take migratory birds that are not covered by existing permit regulations, provided certain conditions are met, until more specific regulations can be developed. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AG56 _______________________________________________________________________ 1372. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE MIAMI BLUE BUTTERFLY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: Other, Judicial, December 2001, Settlement agreement. A 90-day finding for the Miami Blue butterfly must be completed by December 2001. Abstract: We will complete a 12-month finding for the Miami Blue butterfly in Florida. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Petition Finding 01/03/02 67 FR 280 NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH30 _______________________________________________________________________ 1373. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SCALESHELL MUSSEL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to determine critical habitat for the Scaleshell, a mollusk, in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH35 _______________________________________________________________________ 1374. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE SACRAMENTO MOUNTAINS CHECKERSPOT BUTTERFLY AND PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, August 31, 2001, Court order. Abstract: We will make a final listing determination for the Sacramento Mountain checkerspot butterfly as endangered, including a critical habitat determination in New Mexico. This will extend the protection of the Endangered Species Act to this species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/06/01 66 FR 46575 NPRM Comment Period Extended 09/26/01 66 FR 49158 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH40 [[Page 74627]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1375. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; REMOVAL OF FOUR ASH MEADOW SPECIES FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to remove four species of Ash Meadow plants and animals from the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Ash Meadows Amargusa pupfish; Ash Meadows sunray; Ash Meadows gumplant; Spring Loving centaury. Timetable: Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH49 _______________________________________________________________________ 1376. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE MARIANNA FRUIT BAT ON GUAM FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to reclassify the Marianna fruit bat on Guam from endangered to threatened. Timetable: Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH55 _______________________________________________________________________ 1377. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE DOLLY VARDEN AS A THREATENED SPECIES IN WASHINGTON DUE TO SIMILARITY OF APPEARANCE TO BULL TROUT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to list the Dolly Varden (Salvelinus malma) as threatened under the ``Similarity of Appearance'' provision of the Endangered Species Act in Washington, due to its similarity of appearance to the bull trout. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/09/01 66 FR 1628 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH68 _______________________________________________________________________ 1378. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS GOVERNING EDUCATION; 50 CFR 21 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2) CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the migratory bird permit regulations to establish a new section to authorize possession for education, which currently is authorized under 50 CFR 21.27, Special Purpose permits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 11/20/00 65 FR 69726 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AH71 _______________________________________________________________________ 1379. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF GRIZZLY BEARS IN THE BITTERROOT AREA OF IDAHO AND MONTANA; REMOVAL OF REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Service plans to make a final determination on the proposal to select the no-action alternative, as analyzed in the Bitterroot Final Environmental Impact Statement, as the preferred alternative. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/22/01 66 FR 33620 NPRM Comment Period End 08/21/01 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI03 [[Page 74628]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1380. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE ROTA BRIDLED WHITE-EYE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat.3500 CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 29, 2001, Settlement agreement. Abstract: We propose to list a bird, the Rota bridled white-eye, which occurs in the Mariana Islands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/03/01 66 FR 50383 NPRM Comment Period End 12/03/01 Final Action 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1381. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GRAY BAT FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the Gray bat from endangered to threatened. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Endangered Species: Chief, Division of Consultation, HCP's, Recovery and State Grants, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1382. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SOUTHWESTERN WILLOW FLYCATCHER Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will repropose critical habitat for the Southwestern willow flycatcher, a small bird found in the southwestern United States. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI49 _______________________________________________________________________ 1383. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CONSERVATION EDUCATION; 50 CFR 17.21 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.21(g) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Part 17.21(g) of title 50, of the Code of Federal Regulations addresses education as a valid component of Endangered Species Act approved programs. An advanced notice of proposed rulemaking will request public input on conservation education requirements that will be used in the development of a proposed rule that will propose a Service position on conservation education. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits, International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2350 Fax: 703 358-2281 Email: tim_vannorman@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI66 _______________________________________________________________________ 1384. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PERMITS FOR FOREIGN LISTED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We will issue a proposed rule to clarify the process used for issuing Endangered Species Act permits for foreign listed species. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits, International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703 358-2350 Fax: 703 358-2281 Email: tim_vannorman@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI67 [[Page 74629]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1385. RECLASSIFICATION OF THE VICUNA FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED WITH A SPECIAL RULE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/30/02 67 FR 37695 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: kurt_johnson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1386. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; ADDITION OF BRUSH-TAILED POSSUM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/11/02 67 FR 39865 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan Phone: 703 358-2464 Email: kari_duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AE34 _______________________________________________________________________ 1387. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PREBLES MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE; SPECIAL RULE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.40 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 10/01/02 67 FR 61531 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF30 _______________________________________________________________________ 1388. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE CHIRICAHUA LEOPARD FROG WITH A SPECIAL RULE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.11 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/13/02 67 FR 40789 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF41 _______________________________________________________________________ 1389. ADMINISTRATION OF THE NATIONAL COASTAL WETLANDS CONSERVATION GRANT PROGRAM Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 87 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/30/02 67 FR 49264 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Hannibal Bolton Phone: 703 358-1718 RIN: 1018-AF51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1390. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA DISTINCT VERTEBRATE POPULATION SEGMENT (DPS) OF MOUNTAIN YELLOW-LEGGED FROG Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/02/02 67 FR 44382 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1391. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS FOR SAN DIEGO AMBROSIA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/02/02 67 FR 44372 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF86 _______________________________________________________________________ 1392. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATIONS FOR FOUR FISHES: DUSKYTAIL DARTER, SMOKY MADTOM, YELLOWFIN MADTOM, AND SPOTFIN CHUB Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/12/02 67 FR 52420 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AF96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1393. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SANTA CRUZ TARPLANT Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 10/16/02 67 FR 63967 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: [[Page 74630]] 1018-AG73 _______________________________________________________________________ 1394. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT FOR KNEELAND PRAIRIE PENNYCRESS Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 10/09/02 67 FR 62897 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AG92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1395. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR CHORIZANTHE PUNGENS VAR. PUNGENS (MONTEREY SPINEFLOWER) Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/29/02 67 FR 37497 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1396. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PRUDENCY AND CRITICAL HABITAT FOR A MOLLUSK, THE CAROLINA HEELSPLITTER Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/02/02 67 FR 44501 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1397. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PRUDENCY AND CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR A MOLLUSK, THE APPALACHIAN ELKTOE Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule 09/27/02 67 FR 61016 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH33 _______________________________________________________________________ 1398. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE ROBIN'S CINQUEFOIL FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/27/02 67 FR 54968 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH56 _______________________________________________________________________ 1399. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR POLYGONUM HICKMANII (SCOTTS VALLEY POLYGONUM) AND CHORIZANTHE ROBUSTA VAR. HARTWEGII (SCOTTS VALLEY SPINEFLOWER) Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/29/02 67 FR 37336 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH82 _______________________________________________________________________ 1400. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR CHORIZANTHE ROBUSTA VAR. ROBUSTA (ROBUST SPINEFLOWER) Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/28/02 67 FR 36822 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1401. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPARTS A AND B Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/07/02 67 FR 30559 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William Knauer Phone: 907 786-3888 RIN: 1018-AH85 _______________________________________________________________________ 1402. PROCEDURES FOR ESTABLISHING SPRING/SUMMER SUBSISTENCE HARVEST REGULATIONS FOR MIGRATORY BIRDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 92 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/08/02 67 FR 16707 Final Action 08/16/02 67 FR 53511 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Bob Stevens Phone: 907 786-3499 RIN: 1018-AH88 [[Page 74631]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1403. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR NEWCOMB'S SNAIL Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/20/02 67 FR 54025 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1404. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE GREAT PLAINS BREEDING POPULATION OF THE PIPING PLOVER Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 09/11/02 67 FR 57637 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AH96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1405. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: RETENTION OF THREATENED STATUS FOR ARGALI IN KYRGYZSTAN, MONGOLIA, AND TAJIKISTAN Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/22/02 67 FR 35942 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson Phone: 703 358-1708 Email: kurt_johnson@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1406. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D--2002-2003 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF WILDLIFE REGULATIONS Priority: Routine and Frequent CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/28/02 67 FR 43710 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: William Knauer Phone: 907 786-3888 RIN: 1018-AI06 _______________________________________________________________________ 1407. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; EMERGENCY LISTING OF THE CARSON'S WANDERING SKIPPER Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/07/02 67 FR 51116 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI18 _______________________________________________________________________ 1408. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; EMERGENCY LISTING OF THE TUMBLING CREEK CAVESNAIL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/14/02 67 FR 52879 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agency Contact: Chris Nolin Phone: 703 358-2171 RIN: 1018-AI19 _______________________________________________________________________ 1409. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; PROPOSED 2002-2003 MIGRATORY GAME BIRD HUNTING REGULATIONS (PRELIMINARY) WITH REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIAN TRIBAL PROPOSALS Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/11/02 67 FR 40128 NPRM 07/17/02 67 FR 47224 NPRM 07/29/02 67 FR 49176 NPRM 08/16/02 67 FR 53689 Final Rule 08/29/02 67 FR 55623 Final Rule 09/19/02 67 FR 59109 Final Rule 09/20/02 67 FR 59357 Final Rule 09/20/02 67 FR 59385 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal Agency Contact: Brian Millsap Phone: 703 358-1714 Email: brian_millsap@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI30 _______________________________________________________________________ 1410. 2002-2003 REFUGE-SPECIFIC HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 32 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/20/02 67 FR 41920 Final Rule 09/18/02 67 FR 58935 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Leslie Marler Phone: 703 358-2397 RIN: 1018-AI34 _______________________________________________________________________ 1411. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE SPECIES; SNAKEHEADS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/26/02 67 FR 48855 Final Rule 10/04/02 67 FR 62193 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined [[Page 74632]] Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan Phone: 703 358-2464 Email: kari_duncan@fws.gov RIN: 1018-AI36 BILLING CODE 4310-55-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage National Park Service (NPS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1412. VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC SAFETY; OPERATING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462k; 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 4.23 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to amend its regulations concerning motor vehicle operation under the influence of alcohol within units of the NPS. Current NPS regulations prohibit operation with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.10 grams or more of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood or 0.10 grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath. On March 3, 1998, President Clinton directed the NPS to promulgate regulations adopting a stricter limit of 0.08 grams BAC within units of the NPS. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC69 _______________________________________________________________________ 1413. PROCEDURES FOR STATE, TRIBAL, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 470 et seq CFR Citation: 36 CFR 61 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The NPS proposes to establish the requirements and procedures by which those Indian tribes that choose to do so can assume State Historic Preservation Officer duties with regard to tribal lands and become eligible for grants-in-aid to carry out those duties. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/12/02 67 FR 52532 NPRM Comment Period End 12/10/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Bryan Mitchell, Division, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC330, 1849 C Street N.W., NC330, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 343-9558 Fax: 202 343-3921 Email: bryan_mitchell@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC79 _______________________________________________________________________ 1414. COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 105-391 CFR Citation: 36 CFR 52 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Public Law 105-391 became effective on November 13, 1998. The new Act mandates revised procedures for issuing commercial use authorizations. Section 417 of Public Law 105-391 requires that the Secretary promulgate implementing regulations as soon as practicable after the effective date of the Act. Existing regulations governing commercial use within National Parks are not adequate to administer the provisions of the new statute and must be revised to reflect new requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Cynthia Orlando, Chief of Concessions, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 565-1211 Fax: 202 565-1224 Email: cindy_orlando@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC85 _______________________________________________________________________ 1415. GLEN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.70 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. This rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC90 [[Page 74633]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1416. LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.48 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necesary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/05/02 67 FR 56785 NPRM Comment Period End 11/04/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC91 _______________________________________________________________________ 1417. BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.85 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1418. PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.32 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC93 _______________________________________________________________________ 1419. FIRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.20 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1420. GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.29 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1421. BIGHORN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a [[Page 74634]] CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.92 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1422. LAKE MEREDITH RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.57 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1423. CHICKASAW RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.50 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC98 _______________________________________________________________________ 1424. CURECANTI RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1425. AMISTAD RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.79 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in areas of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD00 _______________________________________________________________________ 1426. LAKE ROOSEVELT RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.55 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in areas of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. [[Page 74635]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD01 _______________________________________________________________________ 1427. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT; FUTURE APPLICABILITY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 3001 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10.13 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule relates to one section of the regulations that implement the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. This section will clarify the applicability of NAGPRA to museums and Federal agencies following the statutory deadlines for completion of summaries and inventories. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John Robbins, Assistant Director, Cultural Resources, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC340, 1849 C Street N.W., NC-340, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 343-3388 Fax: 202 343-5260 Email: john_robbins@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD05 _______________________________________________________________________ 1428. [bull] BOATING AND WATER USE ACTIVITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 1a-2(h); 16 USC 3 CFR Citation: 36 CFR 3 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This part was last updated comprehensively in the early 1980's. This regulation will help to address new and emerging technology, clarify some regulations for the benefit of the public and enforcement staff, implement changes to reduce safety concerns, and make NPS regulations more consistent with State regulations in order to reduce confusion with the public. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1429. [bull] DISPOSITION OF CULTURALLY UNIDENTIFIABLE HUMAN REMAINS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 3001 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10.11 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This regulation will outline procedures for the disposition of culturally unidentifiable human remains in the possession of museums or Federal agencies as required by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: John Robbins, Assistant Director, Cultural Resources, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC340, 1849 C Street N.W., NC-340, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 343-3388 Fax: 202 343-5260 Email: john_robbins@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD08 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage National Park Service (NPS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1430. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT REGULATIONS; CIVIL PENALTIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 3001 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This final rule relates to one section of the regulations that implement the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1990. This section outlines procedures for assessing civil penalties upon museums that fail to comply with applicable provisions of the Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 01/13/97 62 FR 1820 Interim Final Rule Effective 02/12/97 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 04/14/97 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John Robbins, Assistant Director, Cultural Resources, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC340, 1849 C Street N.W., NC-340, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 343-3388 Fax: 202 343-5260 Email: john_robbins@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC84 [[Page 74636]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1431. ASSATEAGUE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.65 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in areas of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/06/02 67 FR 30339 NPRM Comment Period End 07/05/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1432. YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER MEMORIAL PARKWAY WINTER USE REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 460(q); 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.13; 36 CFR 7.22 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, March 29, 2002. Abstract: This rule will propose a delay of one year for implementing existing snowmobile regulations at the parks. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/29/02 67 FR 15145 NPRM Comment Period End 05/28/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD06 _______________________________________________________________________ 1433. [bull] SNOWMOBILE REGULATIONS; YELLOWSTONE AND GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARKS AND JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER MEMORIAL PARKWAY Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 75 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 1024-AD09 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Long-Term Actions National Park Service (NPS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1434. SPECIAL REGULATIONS OF THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM; RELIGIOUS CEREMONIAL COLLECTION OF GOLDEN EAGLETS IN WUPATKI NATIONAL MONUMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 42 USC 1996; 42 USC 2000bb CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.101 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The NPS has preliminarily determined that under certain circumstances it is appropriate to allow the Hopi Tribe to collect golden eaglets within Wupatki National Monument for religious ceremonial purposes. This rule would authorize this activity upon terms and conditions sufficient to protect park resources against impairment, and consistent with the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/22/01 66 FR 6516 NPRM Comment Period End 03/23/01 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Patricia L. Parker, Chief, American Indian Liaison Office, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street N.W., Room 3410, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5475 Fax: 202 273-0870 Email: pat_parker@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC86 _______________________________________________________________________ 1435. VIRGIN ISLANDS CORAL REEF NATIONAL MONUMENT; SPECIAL REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.103; 36 CFR 7.73 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This is an interim regulation to implement Presidential Proclamation No. 7932, which established the Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument. This regulation prohibits extractive uses, with some exceptions, and anchoring within the monument, and expands the boundaries of Buck Island Reef National Monument. The regulation also implements Presidential Proclamation No. 7399, which prohibits all extractive uses and boat anchoring, except in deep sand areas (all other anchoring is subject to permit) at Buck Island. Both proclamations require NPS to prepare management plans for each park within three years. We are soliciting comments on this interim rule and will take them into account in developing the final rule once we have completed the general management plans. [[Page 74637]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule - Awaiting GAO report before proceeding. To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State, Federal Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manger, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4206 Fax: 202 208-6756 Email: kym_hall@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AC89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1436. GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; SPECIAL REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.97 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This advance notice of proposed rulemaking will seek public comment on a range of potential management options for addressing appropriate pet management within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, consistent with protecting national park resources and assuring visitor safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 01/11/02 67 FR 1424 ANPRM Comment Period End 03/12/02 Next Action Undetermined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Brian O'Neill, Superintendent, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Golden Gate NAtional Recreation Area, Fort Mason, Building 201, San Francisco, CA 94123-0022 Phone: 415 561-4739 Fax: 415 561-4710 Email: brian_o'neill@nps.gov RIN: 1024-AD03 BILLING CODE 4310-70-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1437. IRRIGATION PROJECTS AND SYSTEMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 385 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 171 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new procedures on billing and collection of government debt. Once these changes are made, BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public comment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/05/96 61 FR 35167 NPRM Comment Period End 09/03/96 NPRM 11/00/02 Final Action 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4559, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5480 RIN: 1076-AD44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1438. INDIAN ELECTRIC POWER UTILITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 385 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 175 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule contains procedures governing the operation of BIA- owned power utilities. BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new procedures on billing and collection of government debt. Once these changes are made, BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public comment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/07/96 61 FR 29040 NPRM Comment Period End 08/06/96 NPRM 10/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4559, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5480 RIN: 1076-AD45 _______________________________________________________________________ 1439. BUY INDIAN ACT REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 47; 36 Stat 861; 41 USC 253(c)(5) CFR Citation: 48 CFR 14 app A Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will regulate the implementation of BIA's longstanding policy of contracting with Indian-owned firms on a preferential basis and will regulate the determination of eligibility and availability of Indian firms to perform a specific requirement for products, services, and road construction outside the State of Oklahoma and regulate the authority to deviate from the general policy and will regulate the determination of eligibility throughout contractual performance. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kaye Armstrong, Division of Tribal Government Services, Department of the Interior, Bureau of [[Page 74638]] Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4400 RIN: 1076-AE07 _______________________________________________________________________ 1440. TRIBAL REVENUE ALLOCATION PLANS Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 2710; 25 USC 9; 5 USC 301 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 290 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Secretary of the Interior is responsible for reviewing tribal plans for allocating revenues from gaming activities. The Secretary must determine whether the proposed rule is sufficient to promote tribal economic development and fund essential tribal programs, benefits, and services. BIA plans to revise the regulations in part 290 to include additional criteria to assist the Secretary in making this determination. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: George Skibine, Director, Indian Gaming Management Staff, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 2070 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 219-4066 RIN: 1076-AE24 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1441. INDIAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 1524 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 286 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rule for the Indian Business Development Program is being rewritten in plain English as part of the President's regulatory reform initiative. Entities already having received grants must submit business financial statements. BIA has consulted with tribes about the rule at various meetings and trade fairs. This consultation process will continue during the coming months before the final rule is published. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/30/97 62 FR 4497 Final Action 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: David B. Johnson, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of the Solicitor, Division of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-3026 RIN: 1076-AD70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1442. CERTIFICATES OF DEGREE OF INDIAN BLOOD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 13; 25 USC 9 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 70 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will codify procedures for processing certificates of degree of Indian blood. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/18/00 65 FR 20775 NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/20/00 65 FR 38228 NPRM Comment Period End 07/17/00 NPRM Comment Period Extended 08/16/00 NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/25/01 66 FR 33654 NPRM Comment Period End 12/31/01 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Duane Bird Bear, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Tribal Government Services, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-5097 RIN: 1076-AD97 _______________________________________________________________________ 1443. ARRANGEMENT WITH STATES, TERRITORIES, OR OTHER AGENCIES FOR RELIEF OF DISTRESS AND SOCIAL WELFARE OF INDIANS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 2 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This part, which allows BIA to seek arrangements with States or counties or other Federal agencies to provide welfare for Indians residing in a State within the exterior boundaries of Indian reservations under BIA jurisdiction, will be deleted because it has never been used. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/26/02 67 FR 13733 NPRM Comment Period End 05/28/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Larry R. Blair, Chief, Division of Social Services, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 4641, MS 4641 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2721 RIN: 1076-AD98 [[Page 74639]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1444. ALASKA RESUPPLY OPERATION Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 25 USC 13; 25 USC 9; 38 Stat. 486; 42 Stat. 208; 5 USC 301; R.S. 463; R.S. 465 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 142 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule makes technical revisions to reflect terms now in common usage, e.g., Regional Director and Traffic Manager. A new section refers to the application of Indian preference in hiring pursuant to the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (25 USC 479). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/03/00 65 FR 47704 NPRM Comment Period End 10/02/00 Final Action 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Duncan Brown, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 7229 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4582 Fax: 202 219-2100 Email: duncan_l_brown@ios.doi.gov RIN: 1076-AE04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1445. PROTECTION OF PRODUCTS OF INDIAN ART AND CRAFTSMANSHIP Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 18 USC 1159; 25 USC 305 et seq CFR Citation: 25 CFR 309 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule establishes regulations to provide guidance to persons who produce, market, or purchase products marketed as Indian arts and crafts, as defined under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990, PL 101-644. The proposed regulations further clarify the definition of ``Indian product'' by including specific examples of ``Indian product,'' as well as examples of what is not an ``Indian product,'' in the regulations implementing the Indian Arts and Crafts Enforcement Act of 2000, Public Law 101-497, an amendment to the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990, Public Law 101-644. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/21/01 66 FR 27915 Final Action 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Meridith Stanton, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 4004 MIB, Indian Arts and Crafts Board, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-3773 RIN: 1076-AE16 _______________________________________________________________________ 1446. INDIAN RESERVATION ROADS PROGRAM Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 202; 5 USC 301 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 170 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rule would establish policies and procedures governing the Indian Reservation Roads (IRR) Program. It expands transportation activities available to tribes and tribal organizations and provides guidance to tribes and tribal organizations for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining transportation facilities. This rule also includes a proposed funding formula for allocating IRR Program funds based upon the relative needs of Indian tribes, and reservation or tribal communities, for transportation assistance; and the relative administrative capacities of various tribes. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/07/02 67 FR 51328 NPRM Comment Period End 10/07/02 Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Agency Contact: LeRoy Gishi, Chief, Division of Transportation, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 4058 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4359 RIN: 1076-AE17 _______________________________________________________________________ 1447. TRUST MANAGEMENT REFORM: REPEAL OF OUTDATED RULES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 121; 25 USC 331; 25 USC 355; 25 USC 408; 25 USC 474; 25 USC 500; 25 USC 883; 43 USC 1601 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 112; 25 CFR 116; 25 CFR 121; 25 CFR 123; 25 CFR 125; 25 CFR 154; 25 CFR 156; 25 CFR 178; 25 CFR 243 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: BIA plans to repeal various outdated regulations in many different areas because the regulations are no longer required. Some of the regulations govern payments that have already been completed, other regulations pertain to programs that are obsolete or no longer reflect Department policy. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/21/02 67 FR 7985 NPRM Comment Period End 04/22/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Duncan Brown, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 7229 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4582 Fax: 202 219-2100 Email: duncan_l_brown@ios.doi.gov RIN: 1076-AE20 _______________________________________________________________________ 1448. [bull] TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO HOUSING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REGULATIONS Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 25 USC 256 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 256 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule makes technical amendments to the housing [[Page 74640]] Improvement Program rule published in the Federal Register on March 2, 1998. The amendments revise the terminology to make the rule consistent and add several other clarifications. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: June Henkel, Chief, Division of Housing Assistance, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 4641 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-3667 RIN: 1076-AE31 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) _______________________________________________________________________ 1449. INDIAN SCHOOL EQUALIZATION PROGRAM -- PROVISIONS FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 25 CFR 39 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/13/02 67 FR 52828 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Dave Allison Phone: 801 722-4300 RIN: 1076-AE14 _______________________________________________________________________ 1450. ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM Priority: Info./Admin./Other CFR Citation: 25 CFR 46 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 03/25/02 67 FR 13568 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: George Skibine Phone: 202 219-4066 RIN: 1076-AE29 _______________________________________________________________________ 1451. [bull] INDIAN RESERVATION ROADS -- FY 2002 FUNDS DISTRIBUTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 36 Stat 861; 78 Stat 241; 45 Stat 750 (25 USC 47; 42 USC 2000e(b); 23 USC 101(a)) CFR Citation: 25 CFR 170 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule was issued for the purpose of distributing the remaining 25 percent of the fiscal year 2002 Indian Reservation Roads funds to projects on or near Indian Reservations using the relative need formula. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/02/02 67 FR 44355 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: LeRoy Gishi, Chief, Division of Transportation, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 4058 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4359 RIN: 1076-AE32 _______________________________________________________________________ 1452. [bull] COURTS OF INDIAN OFFENSES -- SANTA FE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: RS 463; 25 USC 2; 38 Stat 586; 25 USC 200 CFR Citation: 25 CFR 11 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule amends the regulations by adding the Santa Fe Indian School property (Southwest Region, New Mexico) to the listing of Courts of Indian Offenses, section 11.100(a)(14). This amendment will establish a Court of Indian Offenses for a period not to exceed one year. It is necessary to establish a Court of Indian Offenses with jurisdiction over the Santa Fe Indian School property in order to protect lives and property. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/02/02 67 FR 44353 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Ralph Gonzales, Housing Program Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4401 RIN: 1076-AE33 BILLING CODE 4310-02-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Minerals Management Service (MMS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1453. LATE AND OVERPAYMENT INTEREST Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 1001 et seq; 25 USC 1301 et seq; 25 USC 1331 et seq; 25 USC 1701 et seq; 25 USC 1735; 25 USC 1801 et seq; 25 USC 181 et seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 25 USC 351 et seq; 25 USC 3716; 25 USC 3720a; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 25 USC 9701; 5 USC 301 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 218; 30 CFR 230 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule allows MMS to pay interest on Federal onshore and offshore oil and gas royalty overpayments and makes interest charges more equitable between the payor and the recipient. Interest will be paid on overpayments related to [[Page 74641]] royalty, rent and estimates resulting from sales of Federal onshore and offshore oil and gas production. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 10/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC27 _______________________________________________________________________ 1454. TAKES VS. ENTITLEMENTS REPORTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 205 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule addresses reporting and payment requirements for production removed and sold from a Federal lease, unit participating area, or communitization agreement beginning September 1996. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC29 _______________________________________________________________________ 1455. ACCOUNTING RELIEF FOR MARGINAL PROPERTIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 204 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule allows reporters to seek accounting, reporting, and auditing relief for their marginal properties in accordance with section 117(c) of the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 1982 as amended by the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and Fairness Act of 1996. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/21/99 64 FR 3360 NPRM Comment Period End 03/22/99 Supplementary NPRM 11/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC30 _______________________________________________________________________ 1456. PREPAYMENT OF ROYALTIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 204 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule allows payors to prepay royalty in lieu of monthly royalty payments for their marginal properties with approval from the affected States. It will establish the criteria used by payors, States, and MMS to calculate, report, and monitor royalty prepayments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 08/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1457. INCIDENT REPORTING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: There continues to be rapid growth in offshore exploration and production activities in the Gulf of Mexico. Since safety is our top priority, we must upgrade our accident investigation functions. To do this we need accurate and timely information. This rule is the only way to require operators, lessees, and permit holders in the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) to give us a written report about each OCS accident. It will also establish clearer guidelines for accident reporting thresholds and timing. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC57 _______________________________________________________________________ 1458. ROYALTY RELIEF TERMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 25 USC 396 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule amends the circumstances that discontinue the existing royalty relief for end-of-life oil [[Page 74642]] and gas leases and also introduces a categorical royalty relief program for deep gas drilling on existing shallow water tracts. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC58 _______________________________________________________________________ 1459. MMS HEARINGS AND INVESTIGATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1717 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 240 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will explain how the Minerals Management Service will conduct hearings and investigations necessary and appropriate to carrying out the Secretary's duties under the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 1982. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC79 _______________________________________________________________________ 1460. APPEALS OF MINERALS MANAGEMENT SERVICE ORDERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 242; 30 CFR 290; 43 CFR 4 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule streamlines the appeals process to facilitate processing appeals within the 33-month deadline required by the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and Fairness Act of 1996 (RSFA). It also implements the requirements of OMB Circular A-25, which establishes guidelines for Federal agencies to assess fees to cover the costs of Government-provided services or benefits beyond those accruing to the general public. The proposed rule will: (1) require the appellant to file its Notice of Appeal and Statement of Reasons directly with the MMS Appeals Division and file copies with the office that issued the order; (2) implement most of the recommendations made by the Royalty Policy Committee; (3) eliminate the requirement for an MMS field report containing MMS's arguments; (4) clarify the right of the States and tribes to participate in the appeals process; and (5) provide for settlement negotiations as required in RSFA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Platte Clark, Senior Appeals Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 4230 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2394 RIN: 1010-AC80 _______________________________________________________________________ 1461. DEALING WITH SUSTAINED CASING PRESSURE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This proposed rulemaking amends subpart E (Oil and Gas Well- Completion Operations) of MMS operating regulations. It describes procedures for dealing with sustained casing pressure in oil and gas wells on the Outer Continental Shelf. Currently lessees must request a departure from MMS regulations to operate a well that has sustained casing pressure. When granting a departure, MMS requires that lessees perform periodic checks and evaluations to ensure that the pressure is not a danger to personnel, equipment, or the environment. This proposed rule will codify these procedures and ensure uniform regulatory practices among MMS regional offices. The proposed changes will also help ensure that lessees will continue to conduct operations in a safe manner. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/09/01 66 FR 56620 Comment Period Extended to 3/9/ 2002 01/03/02 67 FR 275 Final Action 11/00/03 Final Action Effective 01/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1462. DEFINITION OF CONTROL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1301 et seq; 43 USC 1331 et seq; 43 USC 1801 et seq; 5 USC 2101 et seq; 5 USC 301 et seq; 5 USC 396 et seq; 5 USC 396a et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS is amending the definition of ``control'' in 30 CFR part 206 based upon the relevance to MMS regulations of the decision National Mining Association v. Department of the Interior, 177 F.3rd 1 (DC Cir., May 28, 1999). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 01/00/03 [[Page 74643]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC88 _______________________________________________________________________ 1463. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE -- API RP 14F AND API 510 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will update a document incorporated by reference and incorporate by reference a new document. Incorporation by reference makes a widely available technical document part of our regulations. The updated reference, API RP 14F, is the fourth edition of the American Petroleum Institute's (API) ``Recommended Practice for Design and Installation of Electrical Systems for Fixed and Floating Offshore Petroleum Facilities for Unclassified and Class 1, Division 1, and Division 2 Locations. The new document, API RP 14 FZ, is titled ''Recommended Practice for Design and Installation of Electrical Systems for Fixed and Floating Offshore Petroleum Facilities for Unclassified and Unclassified and Class 1, Zone 0, Zone 1 and Zone 2 Locations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC89 _______________________________________________________________________ 1464. REPORTING AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 25 USC 2107; 25 USC 396; 30 USC 1023; 30 USC 1751(a); 30 USC 189; 30 USC 190; 30 USC 359; 31 USC 3716; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1334; 43 USC 1801; 44 USC 3506(a); 5 USC 301 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 210; 30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 218 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS is amending its regulations to: (1) update reporting instructions; (2) eliminate unnecessary report forms; (3) add approved information collections previously omitted; (4) remove the extended due date for production reports submitted electronically; (5) require production reporting on leases and agreements until all production has ceased and all inventory has been disposed of; and (6) eliminate certain reporting assessments and electronic reporting options. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/03 NPRM Comment Period End 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, PO Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225-3211 Phone: 303 231-3211 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC90 _______________________________________________________________________ 1465. RIGHTS-OF-USE AND EASEMENTS AND PIPELINE RIGHTS-OF-WAY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS is proposing to modify requirements governing rights-of- use and easement and pipeline rights-of-way in the Outer Continental Shelf. These changes will increase rental rates for pipeline rights-of- way and establish rentals for rights-of-use and easement. The proposed rule will also allow MMS to charge additional payment when the right- of-use and easement or the pipeline right-of-way prevents MMS from making the area available to other companies for exploration and possible development and production. This change is needed because of requests by lessees and pipeline right-of-way holders to use large areas outside of the area covered by their lease and pipeline right-of- way for accessory structures. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC91 _______________________________________________________________________ 1466. [bull] BLOWOUT PREVENTION FOR PRODUCTION TREE COILED TUBING WORKOVER OPERATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rule would upgrade blowout prevention requirements for well workover operations conducted using coiled tubing while the well- head production tree is in place. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, [[Page 74644]] Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC96 _______________________________________________________________________ 1467. [bull] DATA RELEASE AND DEFINITIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 subpart A Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend 30 CFR part 250 by adding a new definition, revising existing definition, clarifying or expanding certain requirements, and making administrative changes. We are adding a new definition for the term ``production in paying quantities'' to enable us to determine how much production qualifies as lease holding production. We are specifying the submission or from progress reports and final reports for suspensions of production and suspensions of operations to ensure that the lessee/operator is diligent in pursuing performance of their lease. We are adding a new section pertaining to notifying MMS on production status. We are reorganizing the forms data release table and adding entries for three new forms. We are expanding the requirements pertaining to submitting digital data. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1468. [bull] RELIEF OR REDUCTION IN ROYALTY RATES -- DEEP GAS PROVISIONS Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 76 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 1010-AD01 _______________________________________________________________________ 1469. [bull] REDUCTION TO ROYALTY RELIEF IN SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The recently published final rule 1010-AC71 created a process for certain leases (those that are inadequately helped by our formal relief systems) to seek special royalty relief. However, overly restrictive eligibility criteria may exclude some leases that fulfill statutory purposes while redundant criteria may include other leases that do not fit statutory purposes. This rule will refine the eligibility criteria to include marginal discoveries in the shallow water part of the Gulf of Mexico that may offer meaningful conservation or infrastructure preservation benefits. The revision will also disallow a royalty relief request by a lease or project that does not promote wider program goals or is only temporarily unable to benefit from a formal royalty relief program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/02 NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AD02 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Minerals Management Service (MMS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1470. OIL AND GAS DRILLING OPERATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rule will be written in plain English, substantive changes will be incorporated, and the rule will reflect the results of the blowout preventer study. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/21/00 65 FR 38453 NPRM Comment Period End 10/19/00 65 FR 46126 Final Action 11/00/02 Final Action Effective 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1471. PLANS AND INFORMATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 25 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS requires companies to submit for approval their exploration and development plans for activities on the Outer Continental Shelf. The companies must submit these plans before they can begin any activities, except preliminary activities. This rule would rewrite the requirements into clearer language and organize them into discrete sections by topic, to make them easier to follow. [[Page 74645]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/17/02 67 FR 35372 Comment Period Extended 12/13/02 67 FR 46616 Final Action 10/00/03 Final Action Effective 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC47 _______________________________________________________________________ 1472. OIL AND GAS AND SULPHUR OPERATIONS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF--SAFETY MEASURES AND PROCEDURES FOR PIPELINE MODIFICATIONS AND REPAIRS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rule will address problems that arise out of the fact that eventually all pipeline valves leak internally. This is due to abrasion and deposition of operational residues on valve seats. Internal valve leakage poses a potential safety problem to offshore workers at the time pipeline repairs are performed because hydrocarbons and pressure differentials in the lines can pose a significant hazard of fire and explosion. The rule will require that lessees and operators consider and submit in writing the measures they plan to take and the procedures they plan to follow to ensure the safety of company or contract workers and to prevent pollution before beginning a pipeline modification or repair, and it will amend section 250.1006(b)(1) by requiring that a blind flange be installed at the platform end of any pipeline taken out of service to prevent seepage into the line through leaking valves. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/28/01 66 FR 45236 NPRM Comment Period End 10/29/01 Final Action 06/00/03 Final Action Effective 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC75 _______________________________________________________________________ 1473. PROPRIETARY TERMS AND DATA DISCLOSURE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250; 30 CFR 251 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would modify the proprietary terms for geophysical data and information and any of their derivatives that MMS acquires under 30 CFR part 251. We propose to change the beginning of the proprietary terms from the date of submission to MMS to the date MMS issues the permit. The rule would also allow selective disclosure of geological and geophysical data and information and allow selective disclosure of data and information generated on a lease to persons with a direct interest in issues concerning field determination and royalty relief eligibility. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/17/02 67 FR 46942 NPRM Comment Period End 09/18/02 Final Action 04/00/03 Final Action Effective 05/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC81 _______________________________________________________________________ 1474. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE -- API SPECIFICATION 2C Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: MMS is proposing to incorporate by reference the Fifth Edition of the American Petroleum Institute's Specification for Offshore Cranes into our regulations. MMS is proposing this action to establish a minimum design standard for new cranes installed on fixed platforms on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) and to require all existing cranes installed on OCS fixed platforms to be equipped with anti-two block safety devices. This proposed rule would ensure that OCS lessees use the best available and safest technologies for the design and construction of cranes used in the OCS. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/19/01 66 FR 37611 NPRM Comment Period End 10/17/01 Final Action 11/00/02 Final Action Effective 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC82 _______________________________________________________________________ 1475. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FOR OFFSHORE FLOATING PRODUCTION FACILITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are proposing to amend our regulations to better address floating offshore platforms that, until now, have not been expressly covered. This will require a complete rewrite of subpart I to include floating production systems. These systems are variously described as column-stabilized units; [[Page 74646]] floating production, storage, and offloading facilities; tension-leg platforms; spars; etc. We are also incorporating into our regulations a body of industry standards pertaining to floating productions systems, and this will save the public the costs of developing government standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/27/01 66 FR 66851 Comment Period Extended to 3/27/ 2002 02/12/02 67 FR 6453 Comment Period Extended to 5/28/ 2002 03/28/02 67 FR 14902 Final Action 11/00/02 Final Action Effective 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC85 _______________________________________________________________________ 1476. OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF OIL AND GAS LEASING -- CLARIFYING AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 260 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule proposes clarifying amendments to regulations on OCS bidding systems in 30 CFR part 260, revised as of July 1, 2001. The proposed amendments make explicit that water depth and production timing on leases issued after 2000 and placed on a field with leases issued earlier play no role in the way we determine the royalty suspension volume applicable to eligible leases on the field. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/12/02 67 FR 6454 NPRM Comment Period End 03/14/02 Final Action 11/00/02 Final Action Effective 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1477. DOCUMENT INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE--API 510--PRESSURE VESSEL INSPECTION CODE: MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, RATING, REPAIR, AND ALTERATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule proposes adding a document to be incorporated by reference into MMS's regulations governing oil and gas and sulphur operations in the outer continental shelf (OCS). This revision will ensure that lessees use the best available and safest technologies while operating in the OCS. The new document, API 510, is titled ``Pressure Inspection Code: Maintenance Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration.'' Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/27/01 66 FR 66848 NPRM Comment Period End 02/25/02 Final Action 10/00/03 Final Action Effective 11/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC95 _______________________________________________________________________ 1478. [bull] VALUATION OF OIL FROM INDIAN LEASES Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 77 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 1010-AD00 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Minerals Management Service (MMS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1479. PROSPECTING FOR MINERALS OTHER THAN OIL, GAS, AND SULPHUR IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 280 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/17/02 67 FR 46855 Final Action Effective 08/16/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC48 _______________________________________________________________________ 1480. DECOMMISSIONING ACTIVITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 05/17/02 67 FR 35398 Final Action Effective 07/16/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC65 [[Page 74647]] _______________________________________________________________________ 1481. DEEP WATER ROYALTY RELIEF FOR OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF OIL AND GAS LEASES ISSUED AFTER 2000 Priority: Other Significant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Rule Effective 02/14/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Marshall B. Rose Phone: 703 787-1536 Fax: 703 787-1141 Email: marshall.rose@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC71 _______________________________________________________________________ 1482. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS Priority: Info./Admin./Other CFR Citation: 30 CFR 201; 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 212; 30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 217; 30 CFR 218; 30 CFR 219; 30 CFR 220; 30 CFR 227; 30 CFR 228; 30 CFR 230; 30 CFR 241; 30 CFR 243 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/18/02 67 FR 19109 Final Action Effective 04/18/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Carol Shelby Phone: 303 231-3191 Fax: 303 231-3385 Email: carol.shelby@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC87 _______________________________________________________________________ 1483. SUSPENSION OF OPERATIONS FOR EXPLORATION UNDER SALT SHEETS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 07/02/02 67 FR 44357 Final Action Effective 08/01/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC92 _______________________________________________________________________ 1484. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE - API RP 14C Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 08/09/02 67 FR 51757 Final Action Effective 09/09/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray Phone: 703 787-1600 Fax: 703 787-1093 Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov RIN: 1010-AC93 BILLING CODE 4310-MR-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) _______________________________________________________________________ 1485. ABANDONED COAL REFUSE SITES--TITLE I Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 785; 30 CFR 829; 30 CFR 830; 30 CFR 845; 30 CFR 870 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: OSM intends to propose new rules governing permitting and performance standards for the recovery of coal from abandoned coal refuse piles. The rules are required to implement section 2503(e) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Larry Trainor, Mining Engineer, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2617 RIN: 1029-AB70 _______________________________________________________________________ 1486. REVEGETATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 816 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the topsoil replacement and revegetation standards. The revisions will encourage species diversity on reclaimed lands, remove a possible impediment to the use of woody vegetation in revegetating mined land, and provide similar revegetation success standards in both areas of more than 26 inches of precipitation and in areas of less than 26 inches of precipitation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Larry Trainor, Mining Engineer, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2617 RIN: 1029-AC02 _______________________________________________________________________ 1487. PLACEMENT OF EXCESS SPOIL Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 701; 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 781; 30 CFR 785; 30 CFR 816; 30 CFR 817 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will establish permit application requirements and review procedures for applications that propose to place excess spoil from surface coal mining operations into waters of the United States. In addition, it will modify the backfilling and [[Page 74648]] grading regulations to minimize the creation of excess spoil and it will revise the regulations governing surface coal mining operations within 100 feet of a perennial or intermittent stream to more closely track the underlying statutory provisions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John Craynon, Chief, Technology Development Staff, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Phone: 202 208-2866 RIN: 1029-AC04 _______________________________________________________________________ 1488. [bull] FINANCIAL ASSURANCES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 784; 30 CFR 800 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are considering rulemaking to ensure adequate funding for the treatment of unanticipated long-term pollutant discharges, including acid or toxic mine drainage, that develop as a result of surface mining operations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 05/17/02 67 FR 35070 ANPRM Comment Period End 10/15/02 67 FR 46617 NPRM 09/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Ruth Stokes, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 252 SIB, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2611 RIN: 1029-AC05 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) _______________________________________________________________________ 1489. INDIAN LANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 700; 30 CFR 740; 30 CFR 750 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: OSM regulates mining on Indian lands and the State regulates mining on non-Indian lands. OSM proposes to amend its regulations to clarify that the definition of ``Indian lands'' at 30 CFR 700.5 includes individual Indian trust allotments located within an approved tribal land consolidation area. The proposed clarification was required under the terms of a settlement agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Navajo Nation and Hopi Tribe to settle the tribes' challenges to a May 1989 Indian lands rulemaking. OSM has developed a preliminary draft rule that specifies that allotted lands would qualify as Indian lands for purposes of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act when OSM determines, on a case-by-case basis, that the allotments are supervised by an Indian tribe. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/19/99 64 FR 8464 NPRM Comment Period End 06/21/99 64 FR 18585 Final Action 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal Agency Contact: Stephen Sheffield, Chief, Division of Technical Support, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 10 SIB, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2883 RIN: 1029-AB83 _______________________________________________________________________ 1490. ABANDONED MINE LAND RECLAMATION NOTICES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq CFR Citation: 30 CFR 875 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will eliminate the requirement to publish a Federal Register notice announcing the receipt of, and seeking comments on, applications for construction of public facilities that are funded from the abandoned mine land fund. The publication requirement will become a discretionary action. Previous Federal Register notices have generated little interest from the public and have added delays to the construction of AML projects. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/19/02 67 FR 41756 Final Action 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Larry Trainor, Mining Engineer, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-2617 RIN: 1029-AB99 BILLING CODE 4310-05-S [[Page 74649]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Bureau of Reclamation (RB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1491. AUTHORIZATION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AT RECLAMATION FACILITIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 4602-31; 43 USC 373b CFR Citation: 43 CFR 422 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Bureau of Reclamation is issuing this rule to establish criteria for the use of non-Reclamation law enforcement personnel within a Bureau project or on Reclamation lands. We are required by law to issue this rule in order to provide for the security of dams, facilities, and resources under our jurisdiction. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John J. Lambert, Policy Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, D-6020, Building 67, PO Box 25007, Denver, CO 80225 Phone: 303 445-3640 RIN: 1006-AA42 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Bureau of Reclamation (RB) _______________________________________________________________________ 1492. ACREAGE LIMITATION Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 426.24 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Office of Hearings and Appeals has recently moved. This rule changes the Office's address to reflect this move. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John J. Lambert, Policy Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, D-6020, Building 67, PO Box 25007, Denver, CO 80225 Phone: 303 445-3640 RIN: 1006-AA43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1493. TRESPASS ON RECLAMATION LANDS AND FACILITIES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 102-575; PL 107-69 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule establishes the minimum requirements necessary to ensure the safety of the public, Reclamation employees, dams facilities, and other resources under our jurisdiction. We are developing a comprehensive public conduct rule that will replace this rule at a later date. We will use comments received on this rule to aid us in drafting a proposed public conduct rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John J. Lambert, Policy Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, D-6020, Building 67, PO Box 25007, Denver, CO 80225 Phone: 303 445-3640 RIN: 1006-AA44 _______________________________________________________________________ 1494. [bull] PUBLIC CONDUCT ON RECLAMATION LANDS AND PROJECTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 107-69; 43 USC 373b; 16 USC 4601-31 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule establishes regulations regarding public conduct on Reclamation lands and Reclamation projects, waters, and real property subject to the administration of Reclamation or in its custody. The rule is necessary to ensure the safety of the public, Reclamation employees, dams, facilities, and other resources in our jurisdiction. This rule replaces an interim rule that we issued on April 17, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 03/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Agency Contact: John J. Lambert, Policy Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, D-6020, Building 67, PO Box 25007, Denver, CO 80225 Phone: 303 445-3640 RIN: 1006-AA45 BILLING CODE 4310-09-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Proposed Rule Stage Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1495. SALES--FEDERAL LAND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1713 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2710 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend 43 CFR part 2710 to provide for improved administration of sales of public land under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act. It will add a provision to allow the sale of public land to State or local government entities for affordable housing. Such [[Page 74650]] sales may be for less than fair market value. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Room 420, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5042 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: ted_hudson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AB77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1496. DESERT LAND ENTRIES Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2520 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will transfer much of the regulation on entries of desert land to the BLM Manual if the underlying statute is not repealed as no longer practical. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff_holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC56 _______________________________________________________________________ 1497. DISPOSAL OF RESERVED MINERALS UNDER THE STOCK RAISING HOMESTEAD ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 299 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3814 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 13, 1993. Abstract: This rule will establish new procedures for mineral exploration and development under the General Mining Law of 1872 on lands where the surface was patented under the Stock Raising Homestead Act of 1916 and the mineral estate remains reserved to the Federal Government. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Phone: 202 452-0355 Email: roger_haskins@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC59 _______________________________________________________________________ 1498. MINERAL PATENT APPLICATIONS; ADVERSE CLAIMS, PROTESTS, AND CONFLICTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 22 to 54; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3740; 43 CFR 3820; 43 CFR 3860; 43 CFR 3870 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the filing and administrative procedures for mineral patent applications. It will also revise the procedures for filing adverse claims or protests against mineral patent applications and for mineral-in-character challenges to non-mineral land entries. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Phone: 202 452-0355 Email: roger_haskins@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD32 _______________________________________________________________________ 1499. CONSERVATION; HELIUM LEASING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC 167 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 16; 43 CFR 3196 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will redesignate, amend, and extend the regulations on conservation of helium to facilitate administration and implementation of provisions in the Helium Privatization Act. The rule will move these regulations to 43 CFR subpart 3196 to consolidate helium-related regulations in one area for ease in finding and complying with them. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 12/19/00 65 FR 79325 ANPRM Comment Period End 03/26/01 NPRM 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: Joseph B. Peterson, Chief, Division of Helium Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Amarillo Field Office, 801 S. Fillmore, Suite 500, Amarillo, TX 79101 Phone: 806 324-2614 RIN: 1004-AD35 _______________________________________________________________________ 1500. GRAZING ADMINISTRATION--EXCLUSIVE OF ALASKA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 118(d); 43 USC 1701 et seq; 43 USC 1901 et seq; 43 USC 315 et seq; 7 USC 1012 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4100 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will remove provisions for conservation use of grazing privileges. These provisions were determined by the Federal Circuit Court to be not consistent with the statutory authority of the Secretary of the Interior. The rule will also: (1) provide a full force and effect provision for grazing decisions; (2) include standards for determining socioeconomic impacts of grazing decisions; (3) include a provision allowing permittees to claim ownership of range improvements under certain [[Page 74651]] circumstances; (4) address circumstances under which a grazing permittee may lose his grazing privileges upon conviction of a crime; and (5) extend the permit term from 3 to 5 years. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Kenneth M. Visser, Rangeland Management Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 314 L Street, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7743 Fax: 202 452-7709 Email: kenneth_visser@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD42 _______________________________________________________________________ 1501. PERMITS FOR RECREATION ON PUBLIC LANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2930 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would add a section on prohibited acts to the regulations on campgrounds and other fee areas to facilitate law enforcement at these sites. The rule would also change the maximum term for a special recreation permit from 5 years to 10 years. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Lee Larson, Recreation Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5168 Email: lee_larson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD45 _______________________________________________________________________ 1502. WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1133; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1782 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 6300 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will add provisions on use of timber on mining claims and clarify procedures on issuing patents for mining claims. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff Jarvis, Wilderness Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5189 Email: jeff_jarvis@blm.gov Related RIN: Related To 1004-AB69 RIN: 1004-AD54 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1503. COST RECOVERY; MINERAL FILINGS AND OPERATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 22; 30 USC 351 to 360; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1734; 50 USC app 565 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3200; 43 CFR 3400; 43 CFR 3500; 43 CFR 3600; 43 CFR 3700; 43 CFR 3800 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend regulations for user fees for locatable minerals, mineral materials, and leasable minerals (solids and fluids) to adjust current fees or establish new fees in accordance with title V of the Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952 (user charges), OMB Circular A-25 User Charges and section 304 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/15/00 65 FR 78440 NPRM Comment Period End 02/13/01 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Durga N. Rimal, Geologist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-0350 Email: durga_rimal@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC64 _______________________________________________________________________ 1504. RIGHTS-OF-WAY, PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES; RIGHTS-OF-WAY UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2800; 43 CFR 2880 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The rule will amend the regulations governing rights-of-way issued under both the Federal Land Policy and Management Act and the Mineral Leasing Act by revising cost recovery policies and procedures and adjusting cost recovery fees to reflect cost increases since the current regulations became effective in 1987. The rule will also eliminate the automatic exemptions from cost recovery for Federal agencies except when they are exempted by law. It will also establish policies on paying rent in advance and a financial penalty for paying rent late. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/15/99 64 FR 32106 NPRM Comment Period End 10/13/99 Final Action 01/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ron Montagna, Realty Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 260, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 [[Page 74652]] Phone: 202 452-7782 Email: ron_montagna@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC74 _______________________________________________________________________ 1505. INDIAN ALLOTMENTS Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 25 USC 334; 25 USC 336; 43 USC 1201 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2530 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will convert existing regulations to plain English and remove those portions that relate to procedural matters. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/16/96 61 FR 53887 NPRM Comment Period End 09/13/99 64 FR 38172 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff_holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC77 _______________________________________________________________________ 1506. USE AUTHORIZATIONS (RECREATION) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 460l-6a; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 8370 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise the regulations on the issuance of special recreation permits for purposes of clarification and updating and will add regulations on the issuance of recreation use permits for the use of fee areas. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/16/00 65 FR 31233 NPRM Comment Period End 07/17/00 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Lee Larson, Recreation Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5168 Email: lee_larson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD25 _______________________________________________________________________ 1507. LOCATION RECORDING AND MAINTENANCE OF MINING CLAIMS AND SITES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 30 USC 22 to 54; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3710; 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3810; 43 CFR 3820; 43 CFR 3830; 43 CFR 3840; 43 CFR 3850 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend the mining claim recordation and annual fee collection procedures to conform to the fiscal year 1999 Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. It will also consolidate duplicative portions of 43 CFR part 3700 et seq. into 43 CFR part 3800 et seq., and remove the duplicative portions of these regulations from title 43. The interim final rule only implemented the statutory changes in the FY 99 Appropriations Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/27/99 64 FR 47023 Interim Final Rule 08/27/99 64 FR 47018 NPRM Comment Period End 10/26/99 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Organizations Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Phone: 202 452-0355 Email: roger_haskins@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD31 _______________________________________________________________________ 1508. COAL MANAGEMENT: NONCOMPETITIVE LEASES; MANAGEMENT PROVISIONS AND LIMITATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 181 et seq; 43 USC 1740; PL 106-463 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3430; 43 CFR 3470 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will increase the maximum acreage of Federal coal leases that may be leased to one entity in any one State from 46,080 to 75,000 acres to conform with legislation enacted in 2000, and to correct a technical error in the regulations by removing the requirements of a public hearing and publication of a notice of availability of environmental analysis documents for coal lease modifications. It will also raise the nationwide acreage limitation on coal leases that one entity can hold from 100,000 to 150,000 acres. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/18/02 67 FR 2618 NPRM Comment Period End 02/19/02 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 04/12/02 67 FR 17962 NPRM Comment Period End 05/13/02 Final Action 02/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Room 420, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5042 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: ted_hudson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD43 _______________________________________________________________________ 1509. WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 6300 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would add provisions on use of fixed anchors for rock climbing in wilderness areas. [[Page 74653]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Jeff Jarvis, Wilderness Specialist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5189 Email: jeff_jarvis@blm.gov Related RIN: Related To 1004-AB69, Split From 1004-AD54 RIN: 1004-AD46 _______________________________________________________________________ 1510. DISCLAIMERS OF INTEREST Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1864 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: BLM proposes to make two minor amendments to the recordable disclaimer regulations at 43 CFR 1864.1-1 and .1-3. Presently the regulations state that any present owner of record may file an application to have a disclaimer of interest issued. Neither FLPMA nor its implementing regulations define the term present owner of record. Neither the Federal Courts nor the Interior Board of Land Appeals have defined or elaborated on the phrase. As such, BLM wishes to amend the regulations to eliminate the phrase. Such an amendment would prevent any legal challenge to BLM's interpretation of the phrase to include state applications. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/22/02 67 FR 8216 NPRM Comment Period End 04/23/02 Final Action 04/00/03 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: State Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff_holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD50 _______________________________________________________________________ 1511. [bull] RIGHTS-OF-WAY UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT; TIMING OF APPROVALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 185 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2882 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will make our regulations consistent with the Mineral Leasing Act by allowing BLM to approve a right-of-way for pipelines 24 or more inches in diameter as soon as the Secretary notifies the appropriate committees of Congress. Existing regulations require BLM to allow 60 days to pass after notifying Congress before issuing a right-of-way for a pipeline 24 or more inches in diameter. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/15/99 64 FR 32106 NPRM Comment Period End 11/12/99 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401, Regulatory Management Group (WO-630), 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5049 Email: ian_senio@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD55 _______________________________________________________________________ 1512. [bull] OIL AND GAS LEASING OPERATIONS; BONDING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 30 USC 189; 30 USC 359; 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3104; 43 CFR 3154 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule increases minimum bond amounts for individual lease bonds and statewide bonds. It changes BLM's current policy of terminating only the period of liability of bonds. Under the new rule, we will cancel bonds after determining that all lease obligations are met. Finally, the rule clarifies the responsibilities of record title holders and operating rights owners. The final rule is based upon a portion of a proposed rule published with the RIN 1004-AC94. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/03/98 63 FR 66840 NPRM Comment Period End 07/19/99 Final Action 12/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401, Regulatory Management Group (WO-630), 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5049 Email: ian_senio@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD56 [[Page 74654]] _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Long-Term Actions Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1513. LEASES, PERMITS, AND EASEMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2920 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend the existing regulations to provide for improved administration of leases, permits and easements under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/21/90 55 FR 48810 NPRM Comment Period End 01/22/91 Second NPRM 02/09/95 60 FR 7878 Second NPRM Comment Period End 04/10/95 Final Rule for Minimum Impact Land Use Permits Only 06/24/96 61 FR 32351 Final Rule Effective for Minimum Impact Land Use Permits Only 07/24/96 Third NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff_holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AB51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1514. COALBED METHANE DEVELOPMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 13368 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3170 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995. Abstract: The rule will implement section 1339 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992. It will prevent conflicts in ownership of coalbed methane from impeding development of that resource by requiring pooling of development and payment of the proceeds into an escrow account until the ownership issue is resolved by a State entity of competent jurisdiction. The rule will also allow States to avoid the Federal regulations by promulgating their own regulations that substantially comply with Federal requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/15/95 60 FR 47920 NPRM Comment Period End 11/14/95 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: David R. Stewart, Mineral Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Phone: 703 440-1728 Email: dave_stewart@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC27 _______________________________________________________________________ 1515. CAREY ACT GRANTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 641 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2610 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will update these regulations as they are inconsistent with present-day management policies. Application of these provisions of the Carey Act is rarely feasible due to limited water and suitable lands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/10/96 61 FR 47725 NPRM Comment Period End 10/10/96 Supplementary NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-7779 Fax: 202 452-7708 Email: jeff_holdren@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC80 _______________________________________________________________________ 1516. OIL AND GAS LEASING AND OPERATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 30 USC 181 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will revise BLM's current Federal oil and gas leasing and operations regulations, except those concerning drainage (section 3100.2-2), combined hydrocarbon leasing (part 3140) and oil and gas leasing in the National Petroleum Reserve--Alaska (part 3130). The rule will: (1) Cite industry standards and incorporate them by reference rather than repeat those standards in the rule; (2) incorporate the requirements of the Onshore Oil and Gas Orders and national notices to lessees into the regulations to eliminate overlap with current regulations; (3) use performance standards in certain places instead of prescriptive requirements to allow more flexibility for operators and to protect the environment and Federal royalty interests; and (4) eliminate redundancies, clarify procedures and regulatory requirements and streamline procedures. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/03/98 63 FR 66840 NPRM Comment Period End 07/19/99 64 FR 29256 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401, Regulatory Management Group (WO-630), 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5049 Email: ian_senio@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC94 _______________________________________________________________________ 1517. APPEALS PROCEDURES; HEARINGS PROCEDURES Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1840; 43 CFR 1850 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 74655]] Abstract: BLM proposes to amend its regulations that govern administrative review procedures for protests of proposed decisions contested appeals of BLM decisions, and hearings on the record. The proposed regulations would provide more consistent procedures for administrative review of BLM decisions, and would clarify when and how BLM decisions go into effect and whether an appeal will stay the effectiveness of a BLM decision. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/17/96 61 FR 54120 NPRM Comment Period End 01/17/97 61 FR 58160 Second NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5030 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: cynthia_ellis@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AC99 _______________________________________________________________________ 1518. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS COMPLIANCE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701 et seq CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1890 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will clarify the respective responsibilities of BLM and the holders of various BLM authorizations with regard to releases of hazardous materials and other violations of environmental law caused by the holder or the holder's operator on public lands. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5030 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: cynthia_ellis@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD38 _______________________________________________________________________ 1519. SUPPLEMENTARY RULES FOR PUBLIC DEMONSTRATIONS AT GRAND STAIRCASE- ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 43 CFR 8365.1-6 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 8365 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This interim final rule would require a permit for public demonstrations at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and associated facilities, and establish procedures for obtaining such a permit. It would also provide for some locations to be designated as open for demonstrations, and others to be closed to protect sensitive resources and public health and safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Interim Final Rule 09/01/00 65 FR 53516 Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 10/02/00 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Room 420, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5042 Fax: 202 653-5287 Email: ted_hudson@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD40 _______________________________________________________________________ 1520. SURFACE MANAGEMENT; SEGREGATED OR WITHDRAWN LANDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1280; 30 USC 22; 30 USC 612; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1781; 43 USC 1782 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3809 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will provide that a mineral examination is not required for claims on specific categories of withdrawn lands in Alaska before approving plans of operations or allowing notice-level mining to begin, but will be discretionary with BLM on those lands. For mining claims on lands withdrawn for inclusion in land conservation systems like wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, etc., mineral examinations will remain mandatory. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz, Group Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5198 Email: michael_schwartz@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD51 _______________________________________________________________________ 1521. MINING CLAIMS UNDER THE GENERAL MINING LAWS; SURFACE MANAGEMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1280; 30 USC 22; 30 USC 612; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1781; 43 USC 1782 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3809 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will amend existing regulations by removing certain provisions of the regulations and restoring others to those in effect on January 19, 2001, intending to prevent unnecessary or undue degradation of BLM-administered lands by mining operations authorized under the mining laws. The approach BLM will take will balance the Nation's need to maintain reliable sources of strategic and industrial minerals, while ensuring protection of the environment and natural resources on public lands. The rule will make the hardrock mining regulations consistent with the recommendations of the National Research Council and protect the Federal Government from financial risk if operators are unable to perform reclamation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/30/01 66 FR 54863 [[Page 74656]] NPRM Comment Period End 02/15/02 NPRM Comment Period Reopened 04/12/02 67 FR 17962 NPRM Comment Period End 05/13/02 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz, Group Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 452-5198 Email: michael_schwartz@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD53 _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Completed Actions Bureau of Land Management (BLM) _______________________________________________________________________ 1522. LOCATION RECORDING AND MAINTENANCE OF MINING CLAIMS OR SITES Priority: Info./Admin./Other CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3820; 43 CFR 3830; 43 CFR 3850 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 06/03/02 67 FR 38203 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Roger Haskins Phone: 202 452-0355 Email: roger_haskins@blm.gov RIN: 1004-AD52 BILLING CODE 4310-84-S _______________________________________________________________________ Department of the Interior (DOI) Final Rule Stage Office of the Secretary (OS) _______________________________________________________________________ 1523. WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 16 USC 1278 CFR Citation: 43 CFR 39 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would establish uniform standards and procedures by which the Department of the Interior, through its agencies that administer rivers in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System (Bureau of Land Management, Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park Service), will consider Federal licensing of, or assistance to, water resources projects affecting designated Wild and Scenic Rivers or congressionally authorized Study Rivers. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/09/98 63 FR 67834 NPRM Comment Period End 02/08/99 Final Action 11/00/02 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Agency Contact: John Haubert, Outdoor Recreation Planner, Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, Room 3230, 1849 C Street N.W., Room 3230, Washington, DC 20240 Phone: 202 208-4290 Email: john_haubert@nps.gov RIN: 1093-AA08 [FR Doc. 02-26338 Filed 12-06-02; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-10-S ILLING CODE 4310-10-S