Notice of Availability of the Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for the NuStar Burgos Pipeline Projects Presidential Permit Applications Review, Hidalgo County, Texas, 39312-39313 [2016-14292]

Download as PDF 39312 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 116 / Thursday, June 16, 2016 / Notices the proposed rule change will promote just and equitable principles of trade, removes impediments to, and perfect the mechanism of, a free and open market and a national market system because it enables the System to execute the Re-Opening Process at a price that is objectively established by the market for the security. The proposal would enable the listing market’s quotation to be incorporated into the NBBO, which the Exchange would, in turn, utilize in its calculation of the midpoint of the NBBO. The Exchange believes doing so would result in a re-opening price that more closely reflect the market prices and conditions for that security. Therefore, the Exchange believes the proposed rule change promotes just and equitable principles of trade because it ensures a midpoint price that the Exchange believes would accurately reflect the market for the security. B. Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement on Burden on Competition The Exchange does not believe that the proposal will impose any burden on competition not necessary or appropriate in furtherance of the purposes of the Act. The proposed rule change will enable the Exchange to incorporate the listing market’s quotation into its calculation of the midpoint of the NBBO, resulting in a reopening price that would more closely reflect the opening market prices and conditions for that security. Therefore, the Exchange believes the proposed rule change will promote competition by enhancing the quality of the Exchange’s opening process. C. Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement on Comments on the Proposed Rule Change Received From Members, Participants, or Others The Exchange has neither solicited nor received written comments on the proposed rule change. asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES III. Date of Effectiveness of the Proposed Rule Change and Timing for Commission Action Because the proposed rule change does not (i) significantly affect the protection of investors or the public interest; (ii) impose any significant burden on competition; and (iii) become operative for 30 days from the date on which it was filed, or such shorter time as the Commission may designate, it has become effective pursuant to Section 19(b)(3)(A) of the Act 13 and Rule 19b– 4(f)(6) thereunder.14 13 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(3)(A). CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6). As required under Rule 19b–4(f)(6)(iii), the Exchange provided the 14 17 VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:04 Jun 15, 2016 Jkt 238001 A proposed rule change filed pursuant to Rule 19b–4(f)(6) under the Act 15 normally does not become operative for 30 days after the date of its filing. However, Rule 19b–4(f)(6)(iii) 16 permits the Commission to designate a shorter time if such action is consistent with the protection of investors and the public interest. The Exchange has asked the Commission to waive the 30-day operative delay so that the proposal may become operative immediately upon filing. The Exchange states that waiver of the 30-day operative delay would allow market participants to immediately realize the benefits of what may be more accurate re-opening prices. Based on the foregoing, the Commission believes the waiver of the operative delay is consistent with the protection of investors and the public interest. Therefore, the Commission hereby waives the operative delay and designates the proposal operative upon filing.17 At any time within 60 days of the filing of the proposed rule change, the Commission summarily may temporarily suspend such rule change if it appears to the Commission that such action is necessary or appropriate in the public interest, for the protection of investors, or otherwise in furtherance of the purposes of the Act. If the Commission takes such action, the Commission shall institute proceedings to determine whether the proposed rule change should be approved or disapproved. IV. Solicitation of Comments Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views, and arguments concerning the foregoing, including whether the proposed rule change is consistent with the Act. Comments may be submitted by any of the following methods: Electronic Comments Paper Comments • Send paper comments in triplicate to Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street NE., Washington, DC 20549–1090. All submissions should refer to File No. SR–BatsEDGX–2016–24. This file number should be included on the subject line if email is used. To help the Commission process and review your comments more efficiently, please use only one method. The Commission will post all comments on the Commission’s Internet Web site (https://www.sec.gov/ rules/sro.shtml). Copies of the submission, all subsequent amendments, all written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that are filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating to the proposed rule change between the Commission and any person, other than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance with the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be available for Web site viewing and printing in the Commission’s Public Reference Room, 100 F Street NE., Washington, DC 20549, on official business days between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Copies of the filing also will be available for inspection and copying at the principal office of the Exchange. All comments received will be posted without change; the Commission does not edit personal identifying information from submissions. You should submit only information that you wish to make available publicly. All submissions should refer to File No. SR–BatsEDGX– 2016–24, and should be submitted on or before July 7, 2016. For the Commission, by the Division of Trading and Markets, pursuant to delegated authority.18 Robert W. Errett, Deputy Secretary. • Use the Commission’s Internet comment form (https://www.sec.gov/ rules/sro.shtml); or • Send an email to rule-comments@ sec.gov. Please include File No. SR– BatsEDGX–2016–24 on the subject line. [FR Doc. 2016–14210 Filed 6–15–16; 8:45 am] Commission with written notice of its intent to file the proposed rule change, along with a brief description and the text of the proposed rule change, at least five business days prior to the date of filing of the proposed rule change, or such shorter time as designated by the Commission. 15 17 CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6). 16 17 CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6)(iii). 17 For purposes only of waiving the 30-day operative delay, the Commission has also considered the proposed rule’s impact on efficiency, competition, and capital formation. See 15 U.S.C. 78c(f). Notice of Availability of the Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for the NuStar Burgos Pipeline Projects Presidential Permit Applications Review, Hidalgo County, Texas PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 BILLING CODE 8011–01–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice: 9607] Department of State. Notice of availability. AGENCY: ACTION: 18 17 E:\FR\FM\16JNN1.SGM CFR 200.30–3(a)(12). 16JNN1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 116 / Thursday, June 16, 2016 / Notices The U.S. Department of State (Department) is issuing this notice to advise the public that on June 10, 2016 the Department approved a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) based on the Final Environmental Assessment (Final EA) for the NuStar Burgos Pipeline Projects Presidential Permit Applications Review. The Department prepared the Final EA consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321, et seq.), the regulations of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) (40 CFR parts 1500–1508), and the Department’s implementing regulations (22 CFR part 161). The Department has determined the proposed action would not have a significant effect on the environment and therefore, the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement is not required. The FONSI is not a decision on the Presidential Permit applications. In accordance with Executive Order (E.O.) 13337, the Department will now proceed to make a determination as to whether issuance of Presidential Permits for NuStar Logistics, L.P.’s proposed cross-border pipeline facilities projects would serve the national interest. That determination process involves consideration of many factors, including foreign policy; energy security; environmental, cultural, and economic impacts; compliance with applicable law and regulations; and other issues. DATES: The FONSI and Final EA are available as of the publication date of this notice. ADDRESSES: Copies of the FONSI and Final EA are available at the following: • McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen, TX 78504 • https://www.state.gov/e/enr/applicant/ applicants/c66757.htm Copies of the FONSI and Final EA may also be requested by email at NuStarBurgosReview@state.gov or by mail from: Burgos Project Manager, Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues (OES/EQT): Suite 2726, U.S. Department of State, 2201 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20520. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department evaluates Presidential permit applications under E.O. 13337 and E.O. 14432. E.O. 13337 delegates to the Secretary of State the President’s authority to receive applications for permits for the construction, connection, operation, or maintenance of facilities for the exportation or importation of petroleum, petroleum products, coal, or other fuels (except for natural gas), at the borders of the United States, and to issue or deny such asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:04 Jun 15, 2016 Jkt 238001 Presidential Permits upon a national interest determination. In December 2014, NuStar submitted two applications to the Department. The first application requests a new Presidential Permit to replace a 2006 Presidential Permit, that would: (1) Reflect NuStar’s name change from Valero Logistics Operations, L.P. to NuStar Logistics, L.P. as the owner and operator of the 34-mile-long 8-inch outer diameter pipeline and border facilities for which NuStar was issued a Presidential Permit in 2006 (Existing Burgos Pipeline) for the import and export of light naphtha and (2) authorize the Existing Burgos Pipeline to transport a broader range of petroleum products than previously authorized, including diesel, gasoline, jet fuel, liquefied petroleum gas, and natural gas liquids. The second application requests that the Department issue a Presidential Permit for construction, connection, operation, and maintenance of a new 10-inch outer diameter pipeline and associated facilities in the same right of way as the Existing Burgos Pipeline. The second application also requests authorization for this new pipeline and associated facilities to transport the same range of products requested under the first permit application for the Existing Burgos Pipeline. Both pipelines would connect the Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) Burgos Gas Plant near Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico and the NuStar terminal near Edinburg, Texas in Hidalgo County, Texas at the United States-Mexico border. Deborah Klepp, Director, Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues, Department of State. [FR Doc. 2016–14292 Filed 6–15–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–05–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice: 9608] 30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: ECA Exchange Student Surveys Notice of request for public comment and submission to OMB of proposed collection of information. ACTION: The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 39313 purpose of this Notice is to allow 30 days for public comment. DATES: The Department will accept comments from the public up to July 18, 2016. ADDRESSES: Direct comments to the Department of State Desk Officer in the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). You may submit comments by the following methods: • Email: oira_submission@ omb.eop.gov. You must include the DS form number, information collection title, and the OMB control number in the subject line of your message. • Fax: (202) 395–5806. Attention: Desk Officer for Department of State. You must include the DS form number, information collection title, and the OMB control number in any correspondence. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and supporting documents, to Andrej Kolaja who may be reached on (202) 632–6412 or at kolajaag@state.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: • Title of Information Collection: ECA Exchange Student Surveys. • OMB Control Number: 1405–0210. • Type of Request: Revision of a Currently Approved Collection. • Originating Office: Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA/PE/C/PY). • Form Number: SV2012–0007. • Respondents: Exchange students from foreign countries and the United States participating in Department of State sponsored programs from 2016– 2019. • Estimated Number of Respondents: 1800 annually. • Estimated Number of Responses: 1800 annually. • Average Time per Response: 15 minutes. • Total Estimated Burden Time: 450 hours. • Frequency: On occasion. • Obligation to Respond: Voluntary. We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to: • Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the Department. • Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. • Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected. • Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the E:\FR\FM\16JNN1.SGM 16JNN1

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[FR Doc No: 2016-14292]


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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

[Public Notice: 9607]


Notice of Availability of the Final Environmental Assessment and 
Finding of No Significant Impact for the NuStar Burgos Pipeline 
Projects Presidential Permit Applications Review, Hidalgo County, Texas

AGENCY: Department of State.

ACTION: Notice of availability.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of State (Department) is issuing this 
notice to advise the public that on June 10, 2016 the Department 
approved a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) based on the Final 
Environmental Assessment (Final EA) for the NuStar Burgos Pipeline 
Projects Presidential Permit Applications Review. The Department 
prepared the Final EA consistent with the National Environmental Policy 
Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321, et seq.), the regulations of the 
Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) (40 CFR parts 1500-1508), and 
the Department's implementing regulations (22 CFR part 161). The 
Department has determined the proposed action would not have a 
significant effect on the environment and therefore, the preparation of 
an Environmental Impact Statement is not required. The FONSI is not a 
decision on the Presidential Permit applications. In accordance with 
Executive Order (E.O.) 13337, the Department will now proceed to make a 
determination as to whether issuance of Presidential Permits for NuStar 
Logistics, L.P.'s proposed cross-border pipeline facilities projects 
would serve the national interest. That determination process involves 
consideration of many factors, including foreign policy; energy 
security; environmental, cultural, and economic impacts; compliance 
with applicable law and regulations; and other issues.

DATES: The FONSI and Final EA are available as of the publication date 
of this notice.

ADDRESSES: Copies of the FONSI and Final EA are available at the 
following:

 McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen, TX 78504
 https://www.state.gov/e/enr/applicant/applicants/c66757.htm

    Copies of the FONSI and Final EA may also be requested by email at 
NuStarBurgosReview@state.gov or by mail from: Burgos Project Manager, 
Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues (OES/EQT): 
Suite 2726, U.S. Department of State, 2201 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20520.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department evaluates Presidential permit 
applications under E.O. 13337 and E.O. 14432. E.O. 13337 delegates to 
the Secretary of State the President's authority to receive 
applications for permits for the construction, connection, operation, 
or maintenance of facilities for the exportation or importation of 
petroleum, petroleum products, coal, or other fuels (except for natural 
gas), at the borders of the United States, and to issue or deny such 
Presidential Permits upon a national interest determination.
    In December 2014, NuStar submitted two applications to the 
Department. The first application requests a new Presidential Permit to 
replace a 2006 Presidential Permit, that would: (1) Reflect NuStar's 
name change from Valero Logistics Operations, L.P. to NuStar Logistics, 
L.P. as the owner and operator of the 34-mile-long 8-inch outer 
diameter pipeline and border facilities for which NuStar was issued a 
Presidential Permit in 2006 (Existing Burgos Pipeline) for the import 
and export of light naphtha and (2) authorize the Existing Burgos 
Pipeline to transport a broader range of petroleum products than 
previously authorized, including diesel, gasoline, jet fuel, liquefied 
petroleum gas, and natural gas liquids. The second application requests 
that the Department issue a Presidential Permit for construction, 
connection, operation, and maintenance of a new 10-inch outer diameter 
pipeline and associated facilities in the same right of way as the 
Existing Burgos Pipeline. The second application also requests 
authorization for this new pipeline and associated facilities to 
transport the same range of products requested under the first permit 
application for the Existing Burgos Pipeline. Both pipelines would 
connect the Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) Burgos Gas Plant near Reynosa, 
Tamaulipas, Mexico and the NuStar terminal near Edinburg, Texas in 
Hidalgo County, Texas at the United States-Mexico border.

Deborah Klepp,
Director, Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues, 
Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2016-14292 Filed 6-15-16; 8:45 am]
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