Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA), as Amended: Request for Public Comments Regarding Beneficiary Countries, 19669-19670 [2010-8629]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 72 / Thursday, April 15, 2010 / Notices 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 ‘‘From Xanadu to Dadu: The World of Khubilai Khan,’’ imported from abroad for temporary exhibition within the United States, are of cultural significance. The objects are imported pursuant to a loan agreement with the foreign owners or custodians. 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[FR Doc. 2010–8638 Filed 4–14–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–05–P OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA), as Amended: Request for Public Comments Regarding Beneficiary Countries mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: Office of the United States Trade Representative. ACTION: Notice; request for comments. SUMMARY: In compliance with section 203(f) of the ATPA, as amended, 19 U.S.C. 3202(f)(2), the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) is requesting the views of interested parties on whether the designated beneficiary countries are meeting the eligibility criteria under the VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:43 Apr 14, 2010 Jkt 220001 ATPA. (See 19 U.S.C. 3203(b)(6)(B).) This information will be used in the preparation of a report to the Congress on the operation of the program. DATES: Public comments are due no later than 5 p.m., May 12, 2010. Submissions via on-line: https://www.regulations.gov. For alternatives to on-line submissions, please contact Gloria Blue, Executive Secretary, Trade Policy Staff Committee (TPSC), at (202) 395–3475. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For procedural questions concerning written comments, please contact Gloria Blue at the above number. All other questions regarding the ATPA should be directed to Bennett Harman, Deputy Assistant USTR for Latin America, at (202) 395– 9446. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 1. Background Information The ATPA, as amended by the Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act of 2002 (ATPDEA) in the Trade Act of 2002, 19 U.S.C. 3201 et seq., provides trade benefits for eligible Andean countries. In Proclamation 7616 of October 31, 2002, the President designated Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru as ATPDEA beneficiary countries. In Proclamation 8323 of November 25, 2008, the President determined that Bolivia no longer satisfies the eligibility criteria related to counternarcotics and suspended Bolivia’s status as a beneficiary country for purposes of the ATPA and ATPDEA. In a June 30, 2009 report to Congress the President did not determine that Bolivia satisfies the requirements set forth in section 203(c) of the ATPA (19 U.S.C. 3202(c)) for being designated as a beneficiary country. Therefore, as provided for in section 208(a)(3) of the Act (19 U.S.C. 3206(a)(3)), no duty free treatment or other preferential treatment extended under the ATPA remained in effect with respect to Bolivia after June 30, 2009. Section 203(f) of the ATPA (19 U.S.C. 3202(f)) requires the USTR, not later than June 30, 2010, to submit to Congress a report on the operation of the ATPA. Before submitting such report, USTR is required to request comments on whether beneficiary countries are meeting the criteria set forth in 19 U.S.C. 3203(b)(6)(B) (which incorporates by reference the criteria set forth in sections 3202(c) and (d)). USTR refers interested parties to the Federal Register notice published on August 15, 2002 (67 FR 53379), for a full list of the eligibility criteria. PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 19669 2. Requirements for Submissions Persons submitting comments must do so in English and must identify (on the first page of the submission) the ‘‘USTR Report on Operation of the Andean Trade Preference Act.’’ In order to be assured of consideration, comments should be submitted by May 12, 2010. In order to ensure the timely receipt and consideration of comments, USTR strongly encourages commenters to make on-line submissions, using the https://www.regulations.gov Web site. Comments should be submitted under the following docket: USTR–2010–0012. To find the docket, enter the docket number in the ‘‘Enter Keyword or ID’’ window at the https:// www.regulations.gov home page and click ‘‘Search.’’ The site will provide a search-results page listing all documents associated with this docket. Find a reference to this notice by selecting ‘‘Notices’’ under ‘‘Document Type’’ on the search-results page, and click on the link entitled ‘‘Submit a Comment.’’ (For further information on using the https://www.regulations.gov Web site, please consult the resources provided on the Web site by clicking on the ‘‘Help’’ tab.) The https://www.regulations.gov Web site provides the option of making submissions by filling in a comments field, or by attaching a document. USTR prefers submissions to be provided in an attached document. If a document is attached, it is sufficient to type ‘‘See attached’’ in the ‘‘Type comment & Upload File’’ field. USTR prefers submissions in Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf). If the submission is in an application other than those two, please indicate the name of the application in the ‘‘Comments’’ field. For any comments submitted electronically containing business confidential information, the file name of the business confidential version should begin with the characters ‘‘BC’’. Any page containing business confidential information must be clearly marked ‘‘BUSINESS CONFIDENTIAL’’ on the top of that page. Filers of submissions containing business confidential information must also submit a public version of their comments. The file name of the public version should begin with the character ‘‘P’’. The ‘‘BC’’ and ‘‘P’’ should be followed by the name of the person or entity submitting the comments or reply comments. Filers submitting comments containing no business confidential information should name their file using the character ‘‘P’’, followed by the name E:\FR\FM\15APN1.SGM 15APN1 19670 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 72 / Thursday, April 15, 2010 / Notices of the person or entity submitting the comments. Please do not attach separate cover letters to electronic submissions; rather, include any information that might appear in a cover letter in the comments themselves. Similarly, to the extent possible, please include any exhibits, annexes, or other attachments in the same file as the submission itself, not as separate files. USTR strongly urges submitters to file comments through https:// www.regulations.gov, if at all possible. Any alternative arrangements must be made with Ms. Blue in advance of transmitting a comment. Ms. Blue should be contacted at (202) 395–3475. General information concerning USTR is available at https://www.ustr.gov. Carmen Suro-Bredie, Chairman, Trade Policy Staff Committee. [FR Doc. 2010–8629 Filed 4–14–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Maritime Administration Marine Highway Projects mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES ACTION: Solicitation of applications for Marine highway projects. SUMMARY: The Department of Transportation is soliciting applications for Marine Highway Projects as specified in the America’s Marine Highway Program Final Rule, MARAD– 2010–0035, published in the Federal Register on April 9, 2010. These applications must comply with the requirements of the referenced America’s Marine Highway Program Final Rule, and be submitted in accordance with the instructions contained in that Final Rule. This application period begins immediately upon publication of this notice and is open through June 11, 2010. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Gordon, Office of Intermodal System Development, Marine Highways and Passenger Services, at (202) 366– 5468, via e-mail at michael.gordon@dot.gov, or by writing to the Office of Marine Highways and Passenger Services, MAR–520, Suite W21–315, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. Dated: April 9, 2010. Christine Gurland, Secretary, Maritime Administration. [FR Doc. 2010–8619 Filed 4–14–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–81–P VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:43 Apr 14, 2010 Jkt 220001 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Highway Administration [FHWA–KY–EIS–04–2–F, NH 65–1 (73)] Notice of Availability of the Record of Decision for the I–65 to US 31W Access Improvement Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) Federal Highway Administration. ACTION: Notice of Availability of Record of Decision (ROD). AGENCY: SUMMARY: In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) procedures, the FHWA announces the availability of the ROD to implement the I–65 to US 31W Access Improvement project in Warren County, Kentucky. The Division Administrator, FHWA–Kentucky Division signed the ROD on March 23, 2010. ADDRESSES: The FHWA ROD for the I– 65 to US 31W Access Improvement project can be viewed and downloaded from the project Web site at https:// www.transportation.ky.gov/d3/I6531w, or viewed at public libraries in the project area. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Mr. Anthony Goodman, Environmental Specialist, Federal Highway Administration, Kentucky Division; 330 West Broadway, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601; normal business hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time; Phone 502–223–6742, E-mail Anthony.Goodman@dot.gov. The I–65 to US 31W Access Improvement ROD was developed through preparation of the Final Environmental Impact Statement for I–65 to US 31W Access Improvement, prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The decision is hereby made to implement the project that involves the construction of a new road linking I–65 and US 31W, construction of a full interchange with I–65 and a partial interchange with US 68/KY 80, and reconstruction of US 31W as it approaches the intersection of the new corridor. The project, which is approximately 3.8 miles in length, is northeast of the city of Bowling Green, in Warren County, Kentucky. The road will be six lanes with a depressed median from I–65 to US 68/KY 80, and four lanes with a depressed median from US 68/KY 80 to US 31W. The purpose of the project is to meet the existing and future transportation SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 demands including improved access between I–65 and US 31W; and improved roadway capacity and safety conditions. Authority: 23 U.S.C. 315; 49 CFR 1.48. Issued on April 6, 2010. Mr. Jose Sepulveda, Division Administrator, FHWA–Kentucky Division. [FR Doc. 2010–8437 Filed 4–14–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE M DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Highway Administration Notice of Final Federal Agency Actions on a Proposed New Road Connecting I–65 and U.S. 31W in Kentucky AGENCY: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of limitation on claims for judicial review of actions by FHWA, Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), DoD, and other Federal agencies. SUMMARY: This notice announces actions taken by the FHWA that are final within the meaning of 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1). The actions relate to a proposed highway project: a new connector road from I–65 to US 31W in Warren County, Kentucky [Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Item No. 3–16.00]. DATES: By this notice, the FHWA is advising the public of final agency actions subject to 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1). A claim seeking judicial review of the Federal agency actions on the highway project will be barred unless the claim is filed on or before October 5, 2010. If the Federal law that authorizes judicial review of a claim provides a time period of less than 180 days for filing such claim, then that shorter time period still applies. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For FHWA: Mr. Anthony Goodman, Environmental Specialist, Federal Highway Administration, Kentucky Division; 330 West Broadway, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601; normal business hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time; Phone 502–223– 6742, E-mail Anthony.Goodman@dot.gov. For KYTC: Mr. David Waldner, P.E., Director, Division of Environmental Analysis, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet; 200 Mero Street, 5 Floor, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40622; regular business hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time; Phone 502–564– 5655, E-mail David.Waldner@ky.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice is hereby given that the FHWA has taken E:\FR\FM\15APN1.SGM 15APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 72 (Thursday, April 15, 2010)]
[Notices]
[Pages 19669-19670]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-8629]


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OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE


Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA), as Amended: Request for 
Public Comments Regarding Beneficiary Countries

AGENCY: Office of the United States Trade Representative.

ACTION: Notice; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with section 203(f) of the ATPA, as amended, 19 
U.S.C. 3202(f)(2), the Office of the United States Trade Representative 
(USTR) is requesting the views of interested parties on whether the 
designated beneficiary countries are meeting the eligibility criteria 
under the ATPA. (See 19 U.S.C. 3203(b)(6)(B).) This information will be 
used in the preparation of a report to the Congress on the operation of 
the program.

DATES: Public comments are due no later than 5 p.m., May 12, 2010.

ADDRESSES: Submissions via on-line: https://www.regulations.gov. For 
alternatives to on-line submissions, please contact Gloria Blue, 
Executive Secretary, Trade Policy Staff Committee (TPSC), at (202) 395-
3475.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For procedural questions concerning 
written comments, please contact Gloria Blue at the above number. All 
other questions regarding the ATPA should be directed to Bennett 
Harman, Deputy Assistant USTR for Latin America, at (202) 395-9446.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

1. Background Information

    The ATPA, as amended by the Andean Trade Promotion and Drug 
Eradication Act of 2002 (ATPDEA) in the Trade Act of 2002, 19 U.S.C. 
3201 et seq., provides trade benefits for eligible Andean countries. In 
Proclamation 7616 of October 31, 2002, the President designated 
Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru as ATPDEA beneficiary countries. 
In Proclamation 8323 of November 25, 2008, the President determined 
that Bolivia no longer satisfies the eligibility criteria related to 
counternarcotics and suspended Bolivia's status as a beneficiary 
country for purposes of the ATPA and ATPDEA. In a June 30, 2009 report 
to Congress the President did not determine that Bolivia satisfies the 
requirements set forth in section 203(c) of the ATPA (19 U.S.C. 
3202(c)) for being designated as a beneficiary country. Therefore, as 
provided for in section 208(a)(3) of the Act (19 U.S.C. 3206(a)(3)), no 
duty free treatment or other preferential treatment extended under the 
ATPA remained in effect with respect to Bolivia after June 30, 2009.
    Section 203(f) of the ATPA (19 U.S.C. 3202(f)) requires the USTR, 
not later than June 30, 2010, to submit to Congress a report on the 
operation of the ATPA. Before submitting such report, USTR is required 
to request comments on whether beneficiary countries are meeting the 
criteria set forth in 19 U.S.C. 3203(b)(6)(B) (which incorporates by 
reference the criteria set forth in sections 3202(c) and (d)). USTR 
refers interested parties to the Federal Register notice published on 
August 15, 2002 (67 FR 53379), for a full list of the eligibility 
criteria.

2. Requirements for Submissions

    Persons submitting comments must do so in English and must identify 
(on the first page of the submission) the ``USTR Report on Operation of 
the Andean Trade Preference Act.'' In order to be assured of 
consideration, comments should be submitted by May 12, 2010.
    In order to ensure the timely receipt and consideration of 
comments, USTR strongly encourages commenters to make on-line 
submissions, using the https://www.regulations.gov Web site. Comments 
should be submitted under the following docket: USTR-2010-0012. To find 
the docket, enter the docket number in the ``Enter Keyword or ID'' 
window at the https://www.regulations.gov home page and click 
``Search.'' The site will provide a search-results page listing all 
documents associated with this docket. Find a reference to this notice 
by selecting ``Notices'' under ``Document Type'' on the search-results 
page, and click on the link entitled ``Submit a Comment.'' (For further 
information on using the  https://www.regulations.gov Web site, please 
consult the resources provided on the Web site by clicking on the 
``Help'' tab.)
    The https://www.regulations.gov Web site provides the option of 
making submissions by filling in a comments field, or by attaching a 
document. USTR prefers submissions to be provided in an attached 
document. If a document is attached, it is sufficient to type ``See 
attached'' in the ``Type comment & Upload File'' field. USTR prefers 
submissions in Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf). If the 
submission is in an application other than those two, please indicate 
the name of the application in the ``Comments'' field.
    For any comments submitted electronically containing business 
confidential information, the file name of the business confidential 
version should begin with the characters ``BC''. Any page containing 
business confidential information must be clearly marked ``BUSINESS 
CONFIDENTIAL'' on the top of that page. Filers of submissions 
containing business confidential information must also submit a public 
version of their comments. The file name of the public version should 
begin with the character ``P''. The ``BC'' and ``P'' should be followed 
by the name of the person or entity submitting the comments or reply 
comments. Filers submitting comments containing no business 
confidential information should name their file using the character 
``P'', followed by the name

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of the person or entity submitting the comments.
    Please do not attach separate cover letters to electronic 
submissions; rather, include any information that might appear in a 
cover letter in the comments themselves. Similarly, to the extent 
possible, please include any exhibits, annexes, or other attachments in 
the same file as the submission itself, not as separate files.
    USTR strongly urges submitters to file comments through https://www.regulations.gov, if at all possible. Any alternative arrangements 
must be made with Ms. Blue in advance of transmitting a comment. Ms. 
Blue should be contacted at (202) 395-3475. General information 
concerning USTR is available at https://www.ustr.gov.

Carmen Suro-Bredie,
Chairman, Trade Policy Staff Committee.
[FR Doc. 2010-8629 Filed 4-14-10; 8:45 am]
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