December 21, 2005 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents
Results 1 - 50 of 121
Peter G. Crane; Receipt of Petition for Rulemaking
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has received and requests public comment on a petition for rulemaking filed by Peter G. Crane (petitioner). The petition has been docketed by the NRC and has been assigned Docket No. PRM-35-18. The petitioner is requesting that the NRC amend the regulation that governs medical use of byproduct material concerning release of individuals who have been treated with radio pharmaceuticals. The petitioner believes that this regulation is defective on legal and policy grounds. The petitioner requests that the patient release rule be partially revoked to not allow patients to be released from radioactive isolation with more than the equivalent of 30 millicuries of radioactive iodine I-131 in their bodies.
Notice of Filing of a Pesticide Petition for Amendment to a Regulation for Residues of Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate in or on Various Food and Feed Commodities
This notice announces the initial filing of a pesticide petition proposing the amendment of a regulation for residues of the antimicrobial and/or fungicide copper sulfate pentahydrate in or on various food and feed commodities.
Notice of Filing of a Pesticide Petition for an Amendment to a Regulation for Residues of Listeria Specific Bacteriophages in or on Food Commodities
This notice announces the initial filing of a pesticide petition proposing the amendment of a regulation for residues of the antimicrobial, LMP-102, Listeria specific bacteriophages in or on food commodities when used in accordance with good manufacturing practices as the active ingredient in an antimicrobial pesticide formulation provided that the substance is applied on a semi-permanent or permanent food contact surface (other than being applied on food packaging) with adequate draining before contact with food.
Notice of Delay in Processing the Application by American Trucking Associations, Inc. for a Preemption Determination Concerning the District of Columbia Restrictions Regarding Highway Routing of Certain Hazardous Materials
In accordance with statutory requirements, FMCSA is publishing a notice of delay in processing the American Trucking Associations, Inc.'s (ATA) application for a preemption determination. FMCSA is conducting fact-finding in response to ATA's request, and is delaying issuance of its determination in order to allow time for appropriate consideration of the issues raised by ATA's application.
Notice of Filing of a Pesticide Petition for the Amendment of Regulations for Residues of Glufosinate-ammonium and its Metabolite, 3-Methylphosphinicopropionic Acid in or on Food and Feed Commodities
This notice announces the initial filing of a pesticide petition proposing the amendment of regulations in 40 CFR 180.473(d) for the indirect or inadvertent residues of the herbicide glufosinate- ammonium (butanoic acid, 2-amino-4-(hydroxymethylphosphinyl)-, monoammonium salt) and its metabolite, 3-methylphosphinicopropionic acid expressed as2-amino-4-(hydroxymethylphosphinyl)butanoic acid equivalents in or on forage, hay, and straw of small grains (Crop Group 16).
Notice of Prospective Patent License
This notice is issued in accordance with 35 U.S.C. 209(c)(1) and 37 CFR 404.7(a)(1)(i). NASA hereby gives notice of its intent to grant a partially exclusive license in the United States to practice the inventions described and claimed in Foreign Patent No. 0423277, JSC Docket No. MSC-21293-1-EP, ``Bio-Reactor Cell Culture Process'', Foreign Patent No. 1987294, JSC Docket No. MSC-21293-1-JP, ``Bio- Reactor Cell Culture Process'', International Application No. PCT/US98/ 06826, JSC Docket No. MSC-22859-1-EP, European Application No. 98915320.0 entitled ``Production of Functional Proteins: Balance of Shear Stress and Gravity'', International Application No. PCT/US98/ 06826, JSC Docket No. MSC-22859-1-JP, Japanese Application No. 10- 540983 entitled ``Production of Functional Proteins: Balance of Shear Stress and Gravity'', International Application No. PCT/US98/06826, JSC Docket No. MSC-22859-1-CA, Canadian Application No. 2286349 entitled ``Production of Functional Proteins: Balance of Shear Stress and Gravity'', International Application No. PCT/US98/06826, JSC Docket No. MSC-22859-1-IL, Israeli Application No. 132264 entitled ``Production of Functional Proteins: Balance of Shear Stress and Gravity'', International Application No. PCT/US98/06826, JSC Docket No. MSC-22859- 1-MX, Mexican Application No. 999265 entitled ``Production of Functional Proteins: Balance of Shear Stress and Gravity'', and International Application No. PCT/US98/06826, JSC Docket No. MSC-22859- 1-BR, Brazilian Application No. 98915320.0 entitled ``Production of Functional Proteins: Balance of Shear Stress and Gravity'' to Renautus Bio Therapeutics, LLC, having its principal place of business in Baton Rouge, LA. The patent rights in the inventions have been assigned to the United States of America as represented by the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The prospective partially exclusive license will comply with the terms and conditions of 35 U.S.C. 209 and 37 CFR 404.7.
Requested Administrative Waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws
As authorized by Pub. L. 105-383 and Pub. L. 107-295, the Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to grant waivers of the U.S.- build requirement of the coastwise laws under certain circumstances. A request for such a waiver has been received by MARAD. The vessel, and a brief description of the proposed service, is listed below. The complete application is given in DOT docket 2005-23311 at https:// dms.dot.gov. Interested parties may comment on the effect this action may have on U.S. vessel builders or businesses in the U.S. that use U.S.-flag vessels. If MARAD determines, in accordance with Pub. L. 105- 383 and MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR part 388 (68 FR 23084; April 30, 2003), that the issuance of the waiver will have an unduly adverse effect on a U.S.-vessel builder or a business that uses U.S.-flag vessels in that business, a waiver will not be granted. Comments should refer to the docket number of this notice and the vessel name in order for MARAD to properly consider the comments. Comments should also state the commenter's interest in the waiver application, and address the waiver criteria given in Sec. 388.4 of MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR part 388.
Imazapyr Risk Assessments, Notice of Availability, and Risk Reduction Options
This notice announces the availability of EPA's risk assessments, related documents for the imidazolinone pesticide imazapyr, and opens a 60 day public comment period on these documents. The public is encouraged to suggest risk management ideas or proposals to address the risks identified. EPA is developing a Reregistration Eligibility Decision (RED) for imazapyr through a modified, 4-Phase public participation process that the Agency uses to involve the public in developing pesticide reregistration and tolerance reassessment decisions. Through these programs, EPA is ensuring that all pesticides meet current health and safety standards.
Drawbridge Operation Regulations; New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway, Manasquan River, NJ
The Coast Guard proposes to change the regulations that govern the operation of the Route 35 Bridge, at New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway (NJICW) mile 1.1, across the Manasquan River, at Brielle, New Jersey. The proposal will allow the drawbridge to provide vessel openings upon four hours advance notice from December 1 to March 31. This proposal will reduce draw tender services during the non-peak boating season while still providing for the reasonable needs of navigation.
Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Stickney Point (SR 72) Bridge, Gulf Intracoastal Waterway Mile 68.6, Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, Sarasota County, FL
The Coast Guard proposes to change the operating schedule of the Stickney Point (SR 72) bridge across the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, mile 68.6 in Sarasota County, Florida. This proposed rule would require the drawbridge to open on a 30-minute schedule from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m., Monday through Friday except Federal holidays. This proposed action may improve the movement of vehicular traffic while not unreasonably interfering with the movement of vessel traffic.
Funding Opportunity Title: Revised Notice of Funds Availability (NOFA) Inviting Applications for the FY 2006 Funding Round and the FY 2007 Funding Round of the Native American CDFI Assistance Program
Subject to funding availability, this NOFA is issued in connection with two consecutive funding rounds of the Native American CDFI Assistance (NACA) Program: (i) The FY 2006 Funding Round and (ii) the FY 2007 Funding Round. This NOFA replaces, in its entirety, the NOFA published in the Federal Register on December 13, 2005 (70 FR 73877); through this NOFA, the Fund has revised several of the dates set forth in the December 13, 2005 NOFA. Interested parties should review and refer to this NOFA, disregarding the December 13, 2005 NOFA, as the dates in the December 13, 2005 NOFA are inaccurate.
Funding Opportunity Title: Revised Notice of Funds Availability (NOFA) Inviting Applications for the FY 2006 Funding Round and the FY 2007 Funding Round of the Community Development Financial Institutions Program
Subject to funding availability, this NOFA is issued in connection with two consecutive funding rounds of the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Program: (i) The FY 2006 Funding Round and (ii) the FY 2007 Funding Round. This NOFA replaces, in its entirety, the NOFA published in the Federal Register on December 13, 2005 (70 FR 73866); through this NOFA, the Fund has revised several of the dates set forth in the December 13, 2005 NOFA. Interested parties should review and refer to this NOFA, disregarding the December 13, 2005 NOFA, as the dates in the December 13, 2005 NOFA are inaccurate.
North American Free-Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Article 1904 Binational Panel Reviews
On December 12, 2005 the binational panel issued its decision in the review of the injury determination made by the International Trade Commission, respecting Hard Red Spring Wheat from Canada Final Injury Determination, Secretariat File No. USA-CDA-2003-1904-06. The binational panel affirmed the International Trade Commission. Copies of the panel decision are available from the U.S. Section of the NAFTA Secretariat.
Change in Discount Rate for Water Resources Planning
The Water Resources Planning Act of 1965 and the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 require an annual determination of a discount rate for Federal water resources planning. The discount rate for Federal water resources planning for fiscal year 2006 is 5.125 percent. Discounting is to be used to convert future monetary values to present values.
Proposed Consent Decree, Clean Air Act Citizen Suit
In accordance with section 113(g) of the Clean Air Act, as amended (``Act''), 42 U.S.C. 7413(g), notice is hereby given of a proposed consent decree, to address a lawsuit filed by Environmental Defense: Environmental Defense v. EPA, No. C 05-2090 SC (N.D. CA). On June 6, 2005, Environmental Defense filed a complaint alleging that EPA had failed to perform a non-discretionary duty by not granting or denying within 18 months Environmental Defense's Petition asking the Administrator to add diesel engine exhaust to the list of hazardous air pollutants contained in section 112(b)(3) of the Clean Air Act (``CAA''). Under the terms of the proposed consent decree, by June 12, 2006, EPA shall either deny or propose to grant Environmental Defense's petition to list diesel exhaust as a hazardous air pollutant. If EPA proposes to grant the petition, then by May, 2007, EPA shall either grant or deny the petition.
Propylene Oxide Risk Assessment; Notice of Availability and Risk Reduction Options; Extension of Comment Period
EPA issued a notice in the Federal Register of November 9, 2005, concerning propylene oxide (PPO). This document is extending the comment period for 30 days, from January 9, 2006, to February 8, 2006, in response to a request by the Almond Board of California.
National Toxicology Program (NTP); Center for the Evaluation of Risks to Human Reproduction (CERHR); Plans for Future Expert Panel Evaluations of Bisphenol A and Hydroxyurea; Request for Comments and Nominations of Scientists Qualified To Serve on These Expert Panels
The CERHR plans to convene two expert panels to evaluate the scientific evidence regarding the potential reproductive and developmental toxicities of bisphenol A and hydroxyurea. Each expert panel will consist of approximately 12 scientists, selected for their expertise in various aspects of reproductive and developmental toxicology and other relevant areas of science. The CERHR invites the submission of public comments on these chemicals and the nomination of scientists to serve on the expert panels for their evaluation (see SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION below). These meetings are tentatively scheduled for late 2006, although the exact dates and locations have not yet been established. As plans are finalized, they will be announced in the Federal Register and posted on the NTP Web site (https://ntp-server.niehs.nih.gov). CERHR expert panel meetings are open to the public with time scheduled for oral public comment.
Culturally Significant Objects Imported for Exhibition Determinations: “Dada”
Notice is hereby given of the following determinations: Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Act of October 19, 1965 (79 Stat. 985; 22 U.S.C. 2459), Executive Order 12047 of March 27, 1978, the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 (112 Stat. 2681, et seq.; 22 U.S.C. 6501 note, et seq.), Delegation of Authority No. 234 of October 1, 1999, Delegation of Authority No. 236 of October 19, 1999, as amended, and Delegation of Authority No. 257 of April 15, 2003 [68 FR 19875], I hereby determine that the objects to be included in the exhibition ``Dada,'' imported from abroad for temporary exhibition within the United States, are of cultural significance. The objects are imported pursuant to loan agreements with foreign lenders. I also determine that the exhibition or display of the exhibit objects at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC from on or about February 19, 2006, to on or about May 14, 2006, and the Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY, from on or about June 18, 2006, to on or about September 11, 2006, and at possible additional venues yet to be determined, is in the national interest. Public Notice of these Determinations is ordered to be published in the Federal Register.
Announcement of Meetings of the International Telecommunication Advisory Committee
The International Telecommunication Advisory Committee announces meetings to prepare for the 2006 International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference and the 2006 ITU World Telecommunication Development Conference. The International Telecommunication Advisory Committee (ITAC) will meet on each Tuesday 2-4 p.m. during January and February starting January 11, 2006 to prepare for the 2006 ITU Plenipotentiary Conference. The meetings will be held at the offices of AT&T, 1120 20th Street, NW., Washington, DC. A conference bridge will be provided. Directions to the venue of the meeting may be obtained from Julian Minard, minardje@state.gov. The International Telecommunication Advisory Committee (ITAC) will meet on each Wednesday 2-4 p.m. during January and February starting January 12, 2006 to prepare for the 2006 ITU Telecommunication Development Conference. A conference bridge will be provided. Directions to the venue of the meeting may be obtained from Julian Minard, minardje@state.gov.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
The EIA has submitted the Form ERA-766R ``Recordkeeping Requirements of DOE's General Allocation and Price Rules,'' to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and a three-year extension under section 3507(h)(1) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13) (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.).
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
The EIA is soliciting comments on the proposed three-year extension of the OMB expiration date for Forms: NWPA-830 `Appendix C Delivery Commitment Schedule', NWPA-830 `Appendix GStandard Remittance Advice for Payment of Fees (including Annexes A and B).'
Upper Columbia Alternative Flood Control and Fish Operations, Libby and Hungry Horse Dams, MT
On November 10, 2005, the Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation, Interior, issued a Notice of Availability of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) and Notice of Public Hearings (see 70 CFR 68409). The due date for comments period provided in the DATES section of that notice was incorrectly identified as December 27, 2005. The correct due date for comments is January 3, 2006 (45 days from the November 18, 2005, Federal Register publication date of the EPA weekly notice of DEIS availability).
Privacy Act of 1974: System of Records
DOT proposes to modify an existing system of records under the Privacy Act of 1974. An additional purpose for the system has been added to provide users of the system with investigation information. A routine use has been added to provide for the use and public posting of investigation results.
Announcement of Value-Added Producer Grant Application Deadlines
The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBS) announces the availability of approximately $19.475 million in competitive grant funds for fiscal year (FY) 2006 to help independent agricultural producers enter into value-added activities. Of this amount, $1.5 million is set aside for applicants requesting $25,000 or less. Awards may be made for planning activities or for working capital expenses, but not for both. The maximum grant amount for a planning grant is $100,000 and the maximum grant amount for a working capital grant is $300,000.
Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting
The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will convene a public meeting of the Shrimp Advisory Panel (AP).
New England Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting
The New England Fishery Management Council (Council) is scheduling a public meeting of its Magnuson-Stevens Committee in November, 2005 to consider actions affecting New England fisheries in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Recommendations from this group will be brought to the full Council for formal consideration and action, if appropriate.
Native American Programs
Pursuant to section 814 of the Native American Programs Act of 1974 (the Act) as amended by 42 U.S.C. 2991 et seq., ANA herein describes its issuance of final interpretive rules, general statements of policy and rules of agency procedure or practice in relation to the Social and Economic Development Strategies (SEDS), Native Language Preservation and Maintenance (hereinafter referred to as Native Language), Environmental Regulatory Enhancement (hereinafter referred to as Environmental), Environmental Mitigation (hereinafter referred to as Mitigation) programs and any Special Initiatives. Under the statute, ANA is required to provide members of the public an opportunity to comment on proposed changes in interpretive rules, statements of general policy and rules of agency procedure or practice and to give notice of the final adoption of such changes at least thirty (30) days before the changes become effective. The notice also provides additional information about ANA's plan for administering the programs.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google
Privacy Policy and
Terms of Service apply.
