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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Office of the Secretary
2 CFR Subtitle B, Ch. IV
5 CFR Ch. LXXIII
7 CFR Subtitle A; Subtitle B, Chs. I–XI,
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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda,
Spring 2022
Office of the Secretary, USDA.
Semiannual regulatory agenda.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
This agenda provides
summary descriptions of the significant
and not significant regulations being
developed in agencies of the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) in
SUMMARY:
conformance with Executive Orders
12866 ‘‘Regulatory Planning and
Review,’’ and 13563, ‘‘Improving
Regulation and Regulatory Review.’’
The agenda also describes regulations
affecting small entities as required by
section 602 of the Regulatory Flexibility
Act, Public Law 96–354. This agenda
also identifies regulatory actions that are
being reviewed in compliance with
section 610(c) of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act. We invite public
comment on those actions as well as any
regulation consistent with Executive
Order 13563.
USDA has attempted to list all
regulations and regulatory reviews
pending at the time of publication
except for minor and routine or
repetitive actions, but some may have
been inadvertently missed. There is no
legal significance to the omission of an
item from this listing. Also, the dates
shown for the steps of each action are
estimated and are not commitments to
act on or by the date shown.
USDA’s complete regulatory agenda is
available online at www.reginfo.gov.
Because publication in the Federal
Register is mandated for the regulatory
flexibility agendas required by the
Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C.
602), USDA’s printed agenda entries
include only:
(1) Rules that are likely to have a
significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities;
and
(2) Rules identified for periodic
review under section 610 of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act.
For
further information on any specific
entry shown in this agenda, please
contact the person listed for that action.
For general comments or inquiries about
the agenda, please contact Michael Poe,
Office of Budget and Program Analysis,
U.S. Department of Agriculture,
Washington, DC 20250, (202) 720–3257.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Dated: April 1, 2022.
Michael Poe,
Legislative and Regulatory Staff.
AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—PRERULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
1 ........................
Inert Ingredients in Pesticides for Organic Production (AMS–NOP–21–0008) ...............................................
0581–AE02
AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—PROPOSED RULE STAGE
Sequence No.
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3
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5
6
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8
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Regulation
Identifier No.
Title
Dealer Trust; Add Livestock Dealer Regulation and Statement (AMS–FTPP–21–0015) ...............................
Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments .....................................................................
Unfair Practices in Violation of the Packers and Stockyards Act (AMS–FTPP–21–0045) .............................
Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards .......................................................................................................
Natural Grass Sod Promotion, Research, and Information Order (AMS–LP–21–0028) .................................
National Organic Program, Organic Apiculture Practice Standard .................................................................
National Organic Program, Organic Pet Food Standards ...............................................................................
National Organic Program: Organic Mushroom Standards .............................................................................
0581–AE01
0581–AE03
0581–AE05
0581–AE06
0581–AE07
0581–AE12
0581–AE13
0581–AE14
AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—FINAL RULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
10 ......................
11 ......................
Strengthening Organic Enforcement (AMS–NOP–17–0065) ..........................................................................
Dairy Donation Program (AMS–DA–21–0013) ................................................................................................
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AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—LONG-TERM ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
12 ......................
National Organic Program—Organic Aquaculture Standards .........................................................................
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AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—COMPLETED ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
13 ......................
Wheat Flour Foods Promotion, Research, and Information Order (AMS–LP–20–0024) ................................
0581–AE09
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—PROPOSED RULE STAGE
Sequence No.
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Regulation
Identifier No.
Title
Animal Disease Traceability; Electronic Identification .....................................................................................
Revision to Horse Protection Act Regulations .................................................................................................
AQI User Fees .................................................................................................................................................
Importation of Bovine Meat From Paraguay ....................................................................................................
0579–AE64
0579–AE70
0579–AE71
0579–AE73
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—FINAL RULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
18 ......................
Establishing AWA Standards for Birds ............................................................................................................
0579–AE61
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—LONG-TERM ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
19 ......................
20 ......................
National List of Reportable Animal Diseases ..................................................................................................
Microchipping, Verifiable Signatures, Government Official Endorsement, and Mandatory Forms for Importation of Live Dogs; Cage Standards for Domestic Dogs.
0579–AE39
0579–AE58
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—COMPLETED ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
21 ......................
22 ......................
Handling of Animals; Contingency Plans .........................................................................................................
Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy and Scrapie; Importation of Small Ruminants and Their Germplasm,
Products, and Byproducts.
Horse Protection; Licensing of Designated Qualified Persons and Other Amendments ................................
23 ......................
0579–AC69
0579–AD10
0579–AE19
FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE—PROPOSED RULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
24 ......................
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC): WIC Online Ordering
and Transactions.
0584–AE85
FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE—FINAL RULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
25 ......................
National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs: School Food Service Account Revenue Amendments Related to the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010.
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FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE—LONG-TERM ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
26 ......................
27 ......................
28 ......................
Modernizing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefit Redemption Systems .................
Providing Regulatory Flexibility for Retailers in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) ....
Strengthening Integrity and Reducing Retailer Fraud in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
(SNAP).
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FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE—COMPLETED ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
29 ......................
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Electronic Benefits Transfer Requirements for Scanning and Product-Lookup Technology.
0584–AE39
FOREST SERVICE—LONG-TERM ACTIONS
Title
30 ......................
Special Uses—Communications Uses Rent ....................................................................................................
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Prerule Stage
Proposed Rule Stage
1. Inert Ingredients in Pesticides for
Organic Production (AMS–NOP–21–
0008) [0581–AE02]
2. Dealer Trust; Add Livestock Dealer
Regulation and Statement (AMS–FTPP–
21–0015) [0581–AE01]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116–260, sec.
763
Abstract: The proposed rule would
revise the Packers and Stockyards
regulations to add provisions for written
notifications related to the new
livestock dealer trust. The revisions
outline the process for livestock sellers
to notify livestock dealers and the
Secretary of the seller’s intent to
preserve their interest in trust benefits
should the dealer fail to pay for
livestock purchased. The revisions also
require livestock sellers to acknowledge
in writing that they forfeit rights to the
dealer trust under the terms of credit
sales to dealers. These provisions mirror
existing regulatory provisions related to
livestock and poultry sales under the
Packers and Stockyards Act.
Timetable:
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6524
Abstract: This Advanced Notice of
Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) requests
comments on options for replacing
outdated references in USDA’s organic
regulations to U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) policy on inert
ingredients in pesticides. Inerts, also
known as other ingredients, are any
substances other than the active
ingredient that are intentionally added
to pesticide products. The references to
outdated EPA policy appear in the
USDA organic regulations in the
National List of Allowed and Prohibited
Substances (National List) and identify
the inert ingredients allowed in
pesticides for organic production.
Timetable:
Action
Date
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Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Action
FR Cite
08/00/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Deputy Administrator, USDA National
Organic Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, 1400 Independence Avenue
SW, Washington, DC 20250, Phone: 202
260–8077, Email: jennifer.tucker@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE02
Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Final Rule ............
05/05/22
06/06/22
FR Cite
87 FR 26695
04/00/23
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Stuart Frank,
Division Director, Packers and
Stockyards Division, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, Federal Building; Room 917,
210 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
50309, Phone: 515 323–2586, Email:
stuart.frank@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE01
3. Transparency in Poultry Grower
Contracting and Tournaments [0581–
AE03]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
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Abstract: The U.S. Department of
Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing
Service proposes to amend the
regulations issued under the Packers
and Stockyards Act (P&S Act). The
proposal would revise the list of
disclosures and information live poultry
dealers must furnish to poultry growers
and sellers with whom dealers make
poultry growing arrangements. The
proposal would further establish
parameters for the use of poultry grower
ranking systems by dealers to determine
settlement payments for poultry
growers. The proposals are intended to
promote transparency in poultry
production contracting and to give
poultry growers relevant information
with which to make business decisions.
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Date
06/08/22
08/08/22
FR Cite
87 FR 34980
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael V. Durando,
Deputy Administrator, Fair Trade
Practices Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, 1400 Independence Avenue
SW, Washington, DC 20250–0237,
Phone: 202 720–0219.
RIN: 0581–AE03
4. Unfair Practices in Violation of the
Packers and Stockyards Act (AMS–
FTPP–21–0045) [0581–AE05]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
Abstract: USDA proposes to
supplement a recent revision to
regulations issued under the Packers
and Stockyards Act (Act) (7 U.S.C. 181
229c) that provided criteria for the
Secretary to consider when determining
whether certain conduct or action by
packers, swine contractors, or live
poultry dealers is unduly or
unreasonably preferential or
advantageous. The proposed
supplemental amendments would
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clarify the conduct the Department
considers unfair, unjustly
discriminatory, or deceptive and a
violation of sections 202(a) and (b) of
the Act. USDA would also clarify the
criteria and types of conduct that would
be considered unduly or unreasonably
preferential, advantageous, prejudicial,
or disadvantageous and violations of the
Act.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
FR Cite
08/00/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael V. Durando,
Deputy Administrator, Fair Trade
Practices Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, 1400 Independence Avenue
SW, Washington, DC 20250–0237,
Phone: 202 720–0219.
RIN: 0581–AE05
5. Organic Livestock and Poultry
Standards [0581–AE06]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501–7
U.S.C. 6524
Abstract: This action would establish
additional practice standards for organic
livestock and poultry production. This
action would add provisions to the
USDA organic regulations to address
and clarify that livestock and poultry
living conditions (for example, outdoor
access, housing environment, and
stocking densities), health care practices
(for example, physical alterations,
administering medical treatment, and
euthanasia), and animal handling and
transport to and during slaughter are
part of the organic certification.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
Natural Grass Sod Promotion, Research,
and Information Order was submitted to
the U.S. Department of Agriculture by
Turfgrass Producers International, a
group of natural grass sod producers.
The program will conduct research,
marketing, and promotion activities that
will benefit the entire industry. Primary
goals of the program include educating
consumers and stakeholders of the
benefits of natural grass and providing
producers with marketing tools they can
use to grow their business. The goals
identified in this proposed rule are only
attainable through a national research
and promotion program for natural grass
sod.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jeana Harbison,
Deputy Director of Livestock and
Poultry Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, Washington, DC 20024, Phone:
202 690–3192, Email:
jeana.m.harbison@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE07
7. National Organic Program, Organic
Apiculture Practice Standard [0581–
AE12]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: This action proposes to
amend the USDA organic regulations to
reflect an October 2010
recommendation submitted to the
Secretary by the National Organic
Standards Board (NOSB) concerning the
production of organic apicultural (or
beekeeping) products.
Timetable:
Action
06/00/22
Date
NPRM ..................
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6. Natural Grass Sod Promotion,
Research, and Information Order
(AMS–LP–21–0028) [0581–AE07]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 7411 to 7425
Abstract: This proposed rule invites
comments on the establishment of an
industry-funded promotion, research,
and information program for natural
grass sod products. The proposed
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Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Erin Healy, Director,
Standards Division, National Organic
Program, Department of Agriculture,
Agricultural Marketing Service,
Washington, DC 20024, Phone: 202 617–
4942, Email: erin.healy@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE06
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8. National Organic Program, Organic
Pet Food Standards [0581–AE13]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: This action proposes to
amend the USDA organic regulations to
reflect a recommendation submitted to
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the Secretary by the National Organic
Standards Board (NOSB) to develop
organic pet food standards.
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
Date
FR Cite
02/00/23
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Deputy Administrator, USDA National
Organic Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, 1400 Independence Avenue
SW, Washington, DC 20250, Phone: 202
260–8077, Email: jennifer.tucker@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE13
9. National Organic Program: Organic
Mushroom Standards [0581–AE14]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6524
Abstract: This action proposes to
establish standards for the organic
production and certification of
mushrooms in the USDA organic
regulations.
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
Date
FR Cite
02/00/23
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Deputy Administrator, USDA National
Organic Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, 1400 Independence Avenue
SW, Washington, DC 20250, Phone: 202
260–8077, Email: jennifer.tucker@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE14
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Deputy Administrator, USDA National
Organic Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, 1400 Independence Avenue
SW, Washington, DC 20250, Phone: 202
260–8077, Email: jennifer.tucker@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE12
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Final Rule Stage
10. Strengthening Organic Enforcement
(AMS–NOP–17–0065) [0581–AD09]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: The Strengthening Organic
Enforcement (SOE) rulemaking will
address 2018 Farm Bill mandates. In
summary, SOE will follow requirements
that align with the Farm Bill:
• Limiting the types of operations in
the organic supply chain that are not
required to obtain organic certification;
• Imported organic products must be
accompanied by an electronic import
certificate to validate organic status;
• Import certificates will be
submitted to the U.S. Customs and
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Border Protection’s Automated
Commercial Environment (ACE);
• Certifying agents must notify USDA
within 90 days of the opening of any
new office that conducts certification
activities; and,
• Entities acting on behalf of
certifying agents may be suspended
when there is noncompliant activity.
Timetable:
Action
Date
Proposed Rule ....
Comment Period
End.
Final Rule ............
08/05/20
10/05/20
FR Cite
85 FR 47536
08/00/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Deputy Administrator, USDA National
Organic Program, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, 1400 Independence Avenue
SW, Washington, DC 20250, Phone: 202
260–8077, Email: jennifer.tucker@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AD09
11. Dairy Donation Program (AMS–DA–
21–0013) [0581–AE00]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116–260, sec.
762
Abstract: This rulemaking for the
Dairy Donation Program will finalize the
program authorized in the Consolidated
Appropriations Act of 2021. The Dairy
Donation Program is a voluntary
program that reimburses eligible dairy
organizations for milk used to make
eligible dairy products donated to nonprofit groups for distribution to lowincome persons.
Timetable:
Action
Date
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Interim Final Rule
Comment Period End.
Final Rule ............
09/01/21
11/01/21
FR Cite
86 FR 48887
11/00/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Erin Taylor, Acting
Director, Order Formulation and
Enforcement Division, Department of
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, Dairy Program, 1400
Independence Avenue SW, Room 2969–
S, Washington, DC 20250, Phone: 202
720–7311, Email: erin.taylor@
ams.usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE00
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Long-Term Actions
12. National Organic Program—
Organic Aquaculture Standards [0581–
AD34]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6522
Abstract: This action proposes to
establish standards for organic
production and certification of farmed
aquatic animals and their products in
the USDA organic regulations. This
action would also add aquatic animals
as a scope of certification and
accreditation under the National
Organic Program (NOP).
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
To Be Determined
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Completed Actions
13. Wheat Flour Foods Promotion,
Research, and Information Order
(AMS–LP–20–0024) [0581–AE09]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 7411 to 7425
Abstract: This proposed rule intended
to invite comments on the establishment
of an industry-funded promotion,
research, and information program for
wheat flour used to produce grain foods.
The proposed Wheat Flour Foods
Promotion, Research, and Information
Order was submitted to the U.S.
Department of Agriculture by the Grain
Foods Foundation (GFF), a group of
baking and milling industries and allied
suppliers. The proposed Order, initially
submitted by GFF, was intended to
increase sales by reversing the current
decline in wheat flour consumption,
improving the perception of bread, and
producing research to strengthen the
industry’s promotion of bread through:
(a) Consumer Media; (b) Retail Channel
Development; (c) Food Service Channel
Development; and (d) Science/Nutrition
Research. The proposed order submitted
by GFF intended to improve
consumption of grain foods, ensure that
benefits to the entire industry are paid
for by the entire industry, and allow for
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Reason
Withdrawn ...........
Date
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05/12/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jeana Harbison,
Phone: 202 690–3192, Email:
jeana.m.harbison@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE09
BILLING CODE 3410–02–P
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Phone: 202 260–8077, Email:
jennifer.tucker@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AD34
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consistent funding to maximize
promotion and research efforts.
However, prior to publication of this
proposed rule, the GFF Board formally
requested that efforts to publish this
proposed rule cease.
Completed:
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS)
Proposed Rule Stage
14. Animal Disease Traceability;
Electronic Identification [0579–AE64]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 8301 et seq.
Abstract: This action would amend
APHIS’ animal disease traceability
regulations, currently codified at 9 CFR
part 86. The primary proposed change
would require that beginning June 30,
2023, APHIS would only recognize
identification devices (e.g., eartags) as
official identification for cattle and
bison covered by the regulations if the
devices have both visual and electronic
readability (EID). Other proposed
changes are intended to clarify language
and requirements in several sections of
part 86. These changes would enhance
the U.S. traceability system to better
achieve goals of rapidly tracing diseased
and exposed animals and containing
outbreaks.
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Date
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07/00/22
09/00/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Dr. Aaron Scott
Ph.D., DACVPM, Director, Department
of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, National Animal
Disease Traceability and Veterinary
Accreditation Center, APHIS Veterinary
Services Strategy and Policy, 2150
Centre Avenue, Building B (Mail Stop
3E87), Fort Collins, CO 80526, Phone:
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of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road,
Riverdale, MD 20737, Phone: 301 851–
2338.
RIN: 0579–AE71
970 494–7249, Email: traceability@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE64
15. • Revision to Horse Protection Act
Regulations [0579–AE70]
Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 1823
Abstract: Current Horse Protection
Act (HPA) regulations require
Designated Qualified Persons (DQPs) to
be licensed directly through Horse
Industry Organizations (HIOs). DQPs
conduct inspections of horses at HIOaffiliated shows, sales, auctions, and
exhibitions to determine compliance
with the HPA. We are proposing to
amend the Horse Protection regulations
by eliminating the role of HIOs and
DQPs as inspectors at horse shows,
exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and
assigning inspection authority solely to
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS) Veterinary Medical
Officers and other persons authorized
by APHIS. Other changes are also being
contemplated.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
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Period End.
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Action
16. • AQI User Fees [0579–AE71]
Legal Authority: 21 U.S.C. 136a
Abstract: We are proposing multiple
revisions to our AQI user fee regulations
in order to facilitate full cost recovery as
required by 21 U.S.C. 136a. We are
proposing to update the fees using more
current operational data, as well as
update the fees to incorporate recurring
costs such as capital improvements and
staffing needs. Inflation would also be
incorporated into our model. Other
changes are also being contemplated.
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Period End.
FR Cite
12/00/22
02/00/23
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: George Balady, PEIP
Cost and Fee Analysis, PPQ, Department
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Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 450; 7 U.S.C.
7701 to 7772; 7 U.S.C. 7781 to 7786; 7
U.S.C. 8301 to 8317; 21 U.S.C. 136 and
136a; 31 U.S.C. 9701
Abstract: We are proposing to amend
the regulations governing the
importation of certain animals, meat,
and other animal products by allowing,
under certain conditions, the
importation of fresh (chilled or frozen)
beef from Paraguay. Based on the
evidence from a risk analysis, we have
determined that fresh beef can safely be
imported from Paraguay, provided
certain conditions are met. This action
would provide for the importation of
fresh beef from Paraguay into the United
States while continuing to protect the
United States against the introduction of
foot-and-mouth disease.
Timetable:
10/00/22
12/00/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage, VMD,
Director, National Policy Staff, Animal
Care, Department of Agriculture,
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service, 4700 River Road Unit 84,
Riverdale, MD 20737, Phone: 301 851–
3748, Email: lance.h.bassage@usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE70
Action
17. • Importation of Bovine Meat From
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Ingrid Kotowski,
Regionalization Evaluation Services, VS,
Department of Agriculture, Animal and
Plant Health Inspection Service, 920
Main Campus Drive, Suite 200, Raleigh,
NC 27606, Phone: 919 855–7732.
RIN: 0579–AE73
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Action
NPRM Comment
Period Extended.
NPRM Comment
Period End.
NPRM Comment
Period Extended End.
Final Rule ............
18. Establishing AWA Standards for
Birds [0579–AE61]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: This rulemaking would
extend APHIS enforcement of the
Animal Welfare Act (AWA) to birds,
other than birds bred for use in research.
This would help ensure the humane
care and treatment of such birds.
Timetable:
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage, VMD,
Director, National Policy Staff, Animal
Care, Department of Agriculture,
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service, 4700 River Road Unit 84,
Riverdale, MD 20737, Phone: 301 851–
3748, Email: lance.h.bassage@usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE61
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS)
Long-Term Actions
19. National List of Reportable Animal
Diseases [0579–AE39]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 8301 to 8317
Abstract: This rulemaking amends our
disease regulations to provide for a
National List of Reportable Animal
Diseases, along with reporting
responsibilities for animal health
professionals that encounter or suspect
cases of communicable animal diseases
and disease agents. The changes are
necessary to streamline State and
Federal cooperative animal disease
detection, response, and control efforts.
This action will consolidate and
enhance current disease reporting
mechanisms, and it will complement
and supplement existing animal disease
tracking and reporting at the State level.
Timetable:
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Service (APHIS)
Final Rule Stage
Date
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NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopened.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopened End.
Final Action .........
Date
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06/01/20
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08/18/20
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08/21/20
To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jane Rooney, Phone:
970 494–7397.
RIN: 0579–AE39
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20. Microchipping, Verifiable
Signatures, Government Official
Endorsement, and Mandatory Forms
for Importation of Live Dogs; Cage
Standards for Domestic Dogs [0579–
AE58]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: We are proposing to amend
the regulations regarding the
importation of live dogs by requiring all
live dogs imported into the United
States for resale purposes to be
microchipped for permanent
identification, and to require importers
to procure a microchip reader and make
it available to port-of-entry officials as
requested. This action would also add
microchipping as one of three
identification options for dogs and cats
used by dealers, exhibitors and research
facilities. In addition, APHIS is
proposing to require a verifiable
signature on the health certificate and
rabies certificate accompanying
imported live dogs, an endorsement of
the health certificate by a government
official in the country of origin, and the
mandatory use of forms provided by
APHIS. Additionally, we are proposing
to update cage standards for dogs held
domestically by dealers or exhibitors
who are licensed under the Animal
Welfare Act or used in research at
registered facilities. Other changes are
also being contemplated.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage,
Phone: 301 851–3748, Email:
lance.h.bassage@usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE58
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS)
Completed Actions
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21. Handling of Animals; Contingency
Plans [0579–AC69]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: The Animal and Plant
Health Inspection Service issued a final
rule on December 31, 2012, to establish
regulations under which research
facilities and dealers, exhibitors,
intermediate handlers, and carriers must
meet certain requirements for
contingency planning and training of
personnel. Implementation of the final
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rule was stayed on July 31, 2013, so that
the agency could conduct additional
review to further consider the impact of
contingency plan requirements on
regulated entities. Since that time, we
have conducted such a review, and the
2021 Congressional Appropriations Act
has required us to lift the stay. We are
therefore lifting the stay and making
minor revisions to the requirements in
order to update compliance dates and
clarify intent. The lifting of the stay and
revisions will better ensure that entities
responsible for animals regulated under
the Animal Welfare Act are prepared to
safeguard the health and welfare of such
animals in the event of possible
emergencies or disasters.
Completed:
Reason
Date
Final Rule ............
Final Rule Effective.
12/03/21
01/03/22
FR Cite
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Elizabeth
Theodorson, Phone: 970 494–7473.
RIN: 0579–AC69
22. Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
and Scrapie; Importation of Small
Ruminants and Their Germplasm,
Products, and Byproducts [0579–AD10]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 450; 7 U.S.C.
1622; 7 U.S.C. 7701 to 7772; 7 U.S.C.
7781 to 7786; 7 U.S.C. 8301 to 8317; 21
U.S.C. 136 and 136a; 31 U.S.C. 9701
Abstract: We are amending the
regulations governing the importation of
animals and animal products to revise
conditions for the importation of live
sheep, goats, and certain other nonbovine ruminants, and products derived
from sheep and goats, with regard to
transmissible spongiform
encephalopathies such as bovine
spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) and
scrapie. We are removing BSE-related
import restrictions on sheep and goats
and most of their products and adding
import restrictions related to
transmissible spongiform
encephalopathies for certain wild,
zoological, or other non-bovine
ruminant species. The conditions we are
adopting for the importation of specified
commodities are based on
internationally accepted scientific
literature and will, in general, align our
regulations with guidelines established
in the World Organization for Animal
Health’s Terrestrial Animal Health
Code.
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Final Rule ............
Final Rule Effective.
Final Rule; Correction.
Date
FR Cite
12/03/21
01/03/22
86 FR 68834
01/03/22
87 FR 29
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Alexandra
MacKenzie, Phone: 301 851–3300.
RIN: 0579–AD10
23. Horse Protection; Licensing of
Designated Qualified Persons and Other
Amendments [0579–AE19]
Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 1823 to
1825; 15 U.S.C. 1828
Abstract: We are withdrawing a
proposed rule that would have amended
the horse protection regulations with
respect to several program practices. We
are taking this action to withdraw the
proposed rule so that we may reevaluate
these program practices based on the
findings of research conducted after its
publication.
Completed:
Reason
NPRM; Withdrawal.
Date
12/13/21
FR Cite
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage,
Phone: 301 851–3748, Email:
lance.h.bassage@usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE19
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(USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Proposed Rule Stage
24. Special Supplemental Nutrition
Program for Women, Infants and
Children (WIC): WIC Online Ordering
and Transactions [0584–AE85]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 111–296
Abstract: This rule addresses key
regulatory barriers to online ordering in
the WIC Program by making changes to
the provisions that prevent online
transactions and types of online capable
stores from participating in the Program.
This rule will also allow FNS to
modernize WIC vendor regulations that
do not reflect current technology and
facilitate the Program’s transition to
EBT.
Timetable:
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Date
NPRM ..................
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11/00/22
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael DePiro,
Department of Agriculture, Food and
Nutrition Service, 1320 Braddock Place,
Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: 703 305–
2876, Email: michael.depiro@usda.gov.
Maureen Lydon, Department of
Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service,
1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA
22314, Phone: 703 457–7713, Email:
maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE85
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Final Rule Stage
25. National School Lunch and School
Breakfast Programs: School Food
Service Account Revenue Amendments
Related to the Healthy, Hunger-Free
Kids Act of 2010 [0584–AE11]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 111–296
Abstract: This rule amends National
School Lunch Program (NSLP)
regulations to conform to requirements
contained in the Healthy, Hunger-Free
Kids Act of 2010 regarding equity in
school lunch pricing and revenue from
non-program foods sold in schools. This
rule requires school food authorities
(SFAs) participating in the NSLP to
provide the same level of financial
support for lunches served to students
who are not eligible for free or reducedprice lunches as is provided for lunches
served to students eligible for free
lunches. This rule also requires that all
food sold in a school and purchased
with funds from the nonprofit school
food service account other than meals
and supplements reimbursed by the
Department of Agriculture must
generate revenue at least proportionate
to the cost of such foods.
Timetable:
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Date
Interim Final Rule
Interim Final Rule
Effective.
Interim Final Rule
Comment Period End.
Final Rule ............
06/17/11
07/01/11
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09/15/11
05/00/24
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael DePiro,
Department of Agriculture, Food and
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Nutrition Service, 1320 Braddock Place,
Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: 703 305–
2876, Email: michael.depiro@usda.gov.
Maureen Lydon, Department of
Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service,
1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA
22314, Phone: 703 457–7713, Email:
maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE11
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Long-Term Actions
26. Modernizing Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Benefit Redemption Systems [0584–
AE37]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113–79
Abstract: The Food and Nutrition
Service (FNS) will propose changes that
collectively modernize SNAP benefit
issuance and increase program integrity
while streamlining program
administration, offering greater
flexibility to State agencies, and
improving customer service. The rule
will codify provisions of the 2014 Farm
Bill, the 2018 Farm Bill, and respond to
2018 OIG audit findings. The rule will
codify 2014 Farm Bill provisions
requiring most SNAP-authorized
retailers to pay the costs associated with
EBT equipment, supplies and related
services and requirements pertaining to
the online SNAP payment option. This
rule would also codify waivers that have
been granted to State agencies to
implement practices that have proven
beneficial as the EBT system has
developed and matured, address
Disaster-SNAP requirements for ongoing households, and update EBT
system technical and functional
requirements.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
FR Cite
05/00/24
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford,
Phone: 703 605–0800, Email:
charles.watford@usda.gov.
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457–
7713, Email: maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE37
27. Providing Regulatory Flexibility for
Retailers in the Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program (SNAP) [0584–
AE61]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113–79; 7
U.S.C. 2011 to 2036
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Abstract: The Agricultural Act of 2014
amended the Food and Nutrition Act of
2008 to increase the requirement that
certain Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program (SNAP) authorized
retail food stores have available on a
continuous basis at least three varieties
of items in each of four staple food
categories, to a mandatory minimum of
seven varieties. The Food and Nutrition
Service (FNS) codified these mandatory
requirements. Subsequent annual
Agency appropriations bill language
prohibited implementation of certain
final rule provisions. In response, this
change will provide some retailers
participating in SNAP as authorized
food stores with more flexibility in
meeting the enhanced SNAP eligibility
requirements.
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopened.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopen
End.
Final Action .........
Date
FR Cite
04/05/19
06/04/19
84 FR 13555
06/14/19
84 FR 27743
06/20/19
05/00/24
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford,
Phone: 703 605–0800, Email:
charles.watford@usda.gov.
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457–
7713, Email: maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE61
28. Strengthening Integrity and
Reducing Retailer Fraud in the
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP) [0584–AE71]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113–79; Pub.
L. 115–334
Abstract: This proposed rule would
implement statutory provisions of the
Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of
2008 (the 2008 Farm Bill), the
Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018
(the 2018 Farm Bill), and other language
intended to deter retailer fraud, abuse,
and non-compliance in the
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP).
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
Date
FR Cite
05/00/24
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford,
Phone: 703 605–0800, Email:
charles.watford@usda.gov.
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7713, Email: maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE71
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
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29. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP): Electronic Benefits
Transfer Requirements for Scanning
and Product-Lookup Technology [0584–
AE39]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113–79
Abstract: The Department is
withdrawing this rule from public
consideration while the agency
considers the cost and impact on food
access associated with implementation
of this policy. This rule will align
program regulations with changes made
by section 4002 of the Agricultural Act
of 2014 (Pub. L. 113–79, the Farm Bill),
which introduced new technical
requirements for point-of-sale (POS)
devices in the Electronic Benefits
Transfer (EBT) system in section
7(h)(2)(C) of the Food and Nutrition Act
of 2008 (the FNA). The Food and
Nutrition Service (FNS) will propose to
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revise existing regulations both to codify
these statutory requirements as well as
to provide for their effective
implementation and enforcement
through the clarification of the technical
specifications and capabilities required
of this equipment and by addressing
methods for ensuring compliance. In
addition, USDA will define what
constitutes an area that has significantly
limited access to food to determine who
is exempt from this requirement.
Completed:
Reason
Date
Withdrawn ...........
FR Cite
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford,
Phone: 703 605–0800, Email:
charles.watford@usda.gov.
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457–
7713, Email: maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE39
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Long-Term Actions
30. Special Uses—Communications
Uses Rent [0596–AD43]
Legal Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1761 to
1771
Abstract: Consistent with the
requirement in title V, section 504 (g) of
the Federal Land Policy and
Management Act, the proposed rule
would update the Forest Service’s rental
fee schedule for communications uses
based on market value. Updated rental
fees that exceed 100 percent of current
rental fees would be phased in over a 3year period. USDA is coordinating
development of the information base to
support this rulemaking with the
Department of the Interior.
Timetable: Next Action
Undetermined.
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Edwina HowardAgu, Phone: 202 205–1419, Email:
edwina.howard-agu@usda.gov.
RIN: 0596–AD43
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2 CFR Subtitle B, Ch. IV
5 CFR Ch. LXXIII
7 CFR Subtitle A; Subtitle B, Chs. I-XI, XIV-XVIII, XX, XXV-
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36 CFR Ch. II
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AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, USDA.
ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.
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SUMMARY: This agenda provides summary descriptions of the significant
and not significant regulations being developed in agencies of the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) in conformance with Executive Orders
12866 ``Regulatory Planning and Review,'' and 13563, ``Improving
Regulation and Regulatory Review.'' The agenda also describes
regulations affecting small entities as required by section 602 of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act, Public Law 96-354. This agenda also
identifies regulatory actions that are being reviewed in compliance
with section 610(c) of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We invite public
comment on those actions as well as any regulation consistent with
Executive Order 13563.
USDA has attempted to list all regulations and regulatory reviews
pending at the time of publication except for minor and routine or
repetitive actions, but some may have been inadvertently missed. There
is no legal significance to the omission of an item from this listing.
Also, the dates shown for the steps of each action are estimated and
are not commitments to act on or by the date shown.
USDA's complete regulatory agenda is available online at
www.reginfo.gov. Because publication in the Federal Register is
mandated for the regulatory flexibility agendas required by the
Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 602), USDA's printed agenda
entries include only:
(1) Rules that are likely to have a significant economic impact on
a substantial number of small entities; and
(2) Rules identified for periodic review under section 610 of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For further information on any
specific entry shown in this agenda, please contact the person listed
for that action. For general comments or inquiries about the agenda,
please contact Michael Poe, Office of Budget and Program Analysis, U.S.
Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, (202) 720-3257.
Dated: April 1, 2022.
Michael Poe,
Legislative and Regulatory Staff.
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1......................... Inert Ingredients in 0581-AE02
Pesticides for Organic
Production (AMS-NOP-21-
0008).
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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2......................... Dealer Trust; Add 0581-AE01
Livestock Dealer
Regulation and Statement
(AMS-FTPP-21-0015).
3......................... Transparency in Poultry 0581-AE03
Grower Contracting and
Tournaments.
4......................... Unfair Practices in 0581-AE05
Violation of the Packers
and Stockyards Act (AMS-
FTPP-21-0045).
5......................... Organic Livestock and 0581-AE06
Poultry Standards.
6......................... Natural Grass Sod 0581-AE07
Promotion, Research, and
Information Order (AMS-LP-
21-0028).
7......................... National Organic Program, 0581-AE12
Organic Apiculture
Practice Standard.
8......................... National Organic Program, 0581-AE13
Organic Pet Food
Standards.
9......................... National Organic Program: 0581-AE14
Organic Mushroom
Standards.
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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10........................ Strengthening Organic 0581-AD09
Enforcement (AMS-NOP-17-
0065).
11........................ Dairy Donation Program 0581-AE00
(AMS-DA-21-0013).
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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12........................ National Organic Program-- 0581-AD34
Organic Aquaculture
Standards.
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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13........................ Wheat Flour Foods 0581-AE09
Promotion, Research, and
Information Order (AMS-LP-
20-0024).
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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14........................ Animal Disease 0579-AE64
Traceability; Electronic
Identification.
15........................ Revision to Horse 0579-AE70
Protection Act
Regulations.
16........................ AQI User Fees............. 0579-AE71
17........................ Importation of Bovine Meat 0579-AE73
From Paraguay.
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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18........................ Establishing AWA Standards 0579-AE61
for Birds.
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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19........................ National List of 0579-AE39
Reportable Animal
Diseases.
20........................ Microchipping, Verifiable 0579-AE58
Signatures, Government
Official Endorsement, and
Mandatory Forms for
Importation of Live Dogs;
Cage Standards for
Domestic Dogs.
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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21........................ Handling of Animals; 0579-AC69
Contingency Plans.
22........................ Bovine Spongiform 0579-AD10
Encephalopathy and
Scrapie; Importation of
Small Ruminants and Their
Germplasm, Products, and
Byproducts.
23........................ Horse Protection; 0579-AE19
Licensing of Designated
Qualified Persons and
Other Amendments.
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Food and Nutrition Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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24........................ Special Supplemental 0584-AE85
Nutrition Program for
Women, Infants and
Children (WIC): WIC
Online Ordering and
Transactions.
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Food and Nutrition Service--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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25........................ National School Lunch and 0584-AE11
School Breakfast
Programs: School Food
Service Account Revenue
Amendments Related to the
Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids
Act of 2010.
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Food and Nutrition Service--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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26........................ Modernizing Supplemental 0584-AE37
Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP) Benefit
Redemption Systems.
27........................ Providing Regulatory 0584-AE61
Flexibility for Retailers
in the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP).
28........................ Strengthening Integrity 0584-AE71
and Reducing Retailer
Fraud in the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP).
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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29........................ Supplemental Nutrition 0584-AE39
Assistance Program
(SNAP): Electronic
Benefits Transfer
Requirements for Scanning
and Product-Lookup
Technology.
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Forest Service--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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30........................ Special Uses-- 0596-AD43
Communications Uses Rent.
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Prerule Stage
1. Inert Ingredients in Pesticides for Organic Production (AMS-NOP-21-
0008) [0581-AE02]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6524
Abstract: This Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR)
requests comments on options for replacing outdated references in
USDA's organic regulations to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) policy on inert ingredients in pesticides. Inerts, also known as
other ingredients, are any substances other than the active ingredient
that are intentionally added to pesticide products. The references to
outdated EPA policy appear in the USDA organic regulations in the
National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (National List) and
identify the inert ingredients allowed in pesticides for organic
production.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM............................... 08/00/22
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker, Deputy Administrator, USDA
National Organic Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural
Marketing Service, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250,
Phone: 202 260-8077, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE02
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Proposed Rule Stage
2. Dealer Trust; Add Livestock Dealer Regulation and Statement (AMS-
FTPP-21-0015) [0581-AE01]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116-260, sec. 763
Abstract: The proposed rule would revise the Packers and Stockyards
regulations to add provisions for written notifications related to the
new livestock dealer trust. The revisions outline the process for
livestock sellers to notify livestock dealers and the Secretary of the
seller's intent to preserve their interest in trust benefits should the
dealer fail to pay for livestock purchased. The revisions also require
livestock sellers to acknowledge in writing that they forfeit rights to
the dealer trust under the terms of credit sales to dealers. These
provisions mirror existing regulatory provisions related to livestock
and poultry sales under the Packers and Stockyards Act.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 05/05/22 87 FR 26695
NPRM Comment Period End............. 06/06/22 .......................
Final Rule.......................... 04/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Stuart Frank, Division Director, Packers and
Stockyards Division, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, Federal Building; Room 917, 210 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
50309, Phone: 515 323-2586, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE01
3. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments [0581-
AE03]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
Abstract: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural
Marketing Service proposes to amend the regulations issued under the
Packers and Stockyards Act (P&S Act). The proposal would revise the
list of disclosures and information live poultry dealers must furnish
to poultry growers and sellers with whom dealers make poultry growing
arrangements. The proposal would further establish parameters for the
use of poultry grower ranking systems by dealers to determine
settlement payments for poultry growers. The proposals are intended to
promote transparency in poultry production contracting and to give
poultry growers relevant information with which to make business
decisions.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 06/08/22 87 FR 34980
NPRM Comment Period End............. 08/08/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael V. Durando, Deputy Administrator, Fair
Trade Practices Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural
Marketing Service, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250-
0237, Phone: 202 720-0219.
RIN: 0581-AE03
4. Unfair Practices in Violation of the Packers and Stockyards Act
(AMS-FTPP-21-0045) [0581-AE05]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
Abstract: USDA proposes to supplement a recent revision to
regulations issued under the Packers and Stockyards Act (Act) (7 U.S.C.
181 229c) that provided criteria for the Secretary to consider when
determining whether certain conduct or action by packers, swine
contractors, or live poultry dealers is unduly or unreasonably
preferential or advantageous. The proposed supplemental amendments
would
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clarify the conduct the Department considers unfair, unjustly
discriminatory, or deceptive and a violation of sections 202(a) and (b)
of the Act. USDA would also clarify the criteria and types of conduct
that would be considered unduly or unreasonably preferential,
advantageous, prejudicial, or disadvantageous and violations of the
Act.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 08/00/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael V. Durando, Deputy Administrator, Fair
Trade Practices Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural
Marketing Service, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250-
0237, Phone: 202 720-0219.
RIN: 0581-AE05
5. Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards [0581-AE06]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501-7 U.S.C. 6524
Abstract: This action would establish additional practice standards
for organic livestock and poultry production. This action would add
provisions to the USDA organic regulations to address and clarify that
livestock and poultry living conditions (for example, outdoor access,
housing environment, and stocking densities), health care practices
(for example, physical alterations, administering medical treatment,
and euthanasia), and animal handling and transport to and during
slaughter are part of the organic certification.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 06/00/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Erin Healy, Director, Standards Division, National
Organic Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, Washington, DC 20024, Phone: 202 617-4942, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE06
6. Natural Grass Sod Promotion, Research, and Information Order (AMS-
LP-21-0028) [0581-AE07]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 7411 to 7425
Abstract: This proposed rule invites comments on the establishment
of an industry-funded promotion, research, and information program for
natural grass sod products. The proposed Natural Grass Sod Promotion,
Research, and Information Order was submitted to the U.S. Department of
Agriculture by Turfgrass Producers International, a group of natural
grass sod producers. The program will conduct research, marketing, and
promotion activities that will benefit the entire industry. Primary
goals of the program include educating consumers and stakeholders of
the benefits of natural grass and providing producers with marketing
tools they can use to grow their business. The goals identified in this
proposed rule are only attainable through a national research and
promotion program for natural grass sod.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 06/00/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jeana Harbison, Deputy Director of Livestock and
Poultry Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, Washington, DC 20024, Phone: 202 690-3192, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE07
7. National Organic Program, Organic Apiculture Practice Standard
[0581-AE12]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: This action proposes to amend the USDA organic
regulations to reflect an October 2010 recommendation submitted to the
Secretary by the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) concerning the
production of organic apicultural (or beekeeping) products.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 04/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker, Deputy Administrator, USDA
National Organic Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural
Marketing Service, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250,
Phone: 202 260-8077, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE12
8. National Organic Program, Organic Pet Food Standards [0581-AE13]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: This action proposes to amend the USDA organic
regulations to reflect a recommendation submitted to the Secretary by
the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) to develop organic pet food
standards.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 02/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker, Deputy Administrator, USDA
National Organic Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural
Marketing Service, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250,
Phone: 202 260-8077, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE13
9. National Organic Program: Organic Mushroom Standards [0581-AE14]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6524
Abstract: This action proposes to establish standards for the
organic production and certification of mushrooms in the USDA organic
regulations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 02/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker, Deputy Administrator, USDA
National Organic Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural
Marketing Service, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250,
Phone: 202 260-8077, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE14
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Final Rule Stage
10. Strengthening Organic Enforcement (AMS-NOP-17-0065) [0581-AD09]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: The Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rulemaking
will address 2018 Farm Bill mandates. In summary, SOE will follow
requirements that align with the Farm Bill:
Limiting the types of operations in the organic supply
chain that are not required to obtain organic certification;
Imported organic products must be accompanied by an
electronic import certificate to validate organic status;
Import certificates will be submitted to the U.S. Customs
and
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Border Protection's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE);
Certifying agents must notify USDA within 90 days of the
opening of any new office that conducts certification activities; and,
Entities acting on behalf of certifying agents may be
suspended when there is noncompliant activity.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Proposed Rule....................... 08/05/20 85 FR 47536
Comment Period End.................. 10/05/20 .......................
Final Rule.......................... 08/00/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker, Deputy Administrator, USDA
National Organic Program, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural
Marketing Service, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250,
Phone: 202 260-8077, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0581-AD09
11. Dairy Donation Program (AMS-DA-21-0013) [0581-AE00]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116-260, sec. 762
Abstract: This rulemaking for the Dairy Donation Program will
finalize the program authorized in the Consolidated Appropriations Act
of 2021. The Dairy Donation Program is a voluntary program that
reimburses eligible dairy organizations for milk used to make eligible
dairy products donated to non-profit groups for distribution to low-
income persons.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule.................. 09/01/21 86 FR 48887
Interim Final Rule Comment Period 11/01/21 .......................
End.
Final Rule.......................... 11/00/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Erin Taylor, Acting Director, Order Formulation and
Enforcement Division, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing
Service, Dairy Program, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Room 2969-S,
Washington, DC 20250, Phone: 202 720-7311, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE00
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Long-Term Actions
12. National Organic Program--Organic Aquaculture Standards [0581-AD34]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6522
Abstract: This action proposes to establish standards for organic
production and certification of farmed aquatic animals and their
products in the USDA organic regulations. This action would also add
aquatic animals as a scope of certification and accreditation under the
National Organic Program (NOP).
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ To Be Determined
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker, Phone: 202 260-8077, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0581-AD34
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Completed Actions
13. Wheat Flour Foods Promotion, Research, and Information Order (AMS-
LP-20-0024) [0581-AE09]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 7411 to 7425
Abstract: This proposed rule intended to invite comments on the
establishment of an industry-funded promotion, research, and
information program for wheat flour used to produce grain foods. The
proposed Wheat Flour Foods Promotion, Research, and Information Order
was submitted to the U.S. Department of Agriculture by the Grain Foods
Foundation (GFF), a group of baking and milling industries and allied
suppliers. The proposed Order, initially submitted by GFF, was intended
to increase sales by reversing the current decline in wheat flour
consumption, improving the perception of bread, and producing research
to strengthen the industry's promotion of bread through: (a) Consumer
Media; (b) Retail Channel Development; (c) Food Service Channel
Development; and (d) Science/Nutrition Research. The proposed order
submitted by GFF intended to improve consumption of grain foods, ensure
that benefits to the entire industry are paid for by the entire
industry, and allow for consistent funding to maximize promotion and
research efforts. However, prior to publication of this proposed rule,
the GFF Board formally requested that efforts to publish this proposed
rule cease.
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
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Withdrawn........................... 05/12/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jeana Harbison, Phone: 202 690-3192, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0581-AE09
BILLING CODE 3410-02-P
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Proposed Rule Stage
14. Animal Disease Traceability; Electronic Identification [0579-AE64]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 8301 et seq.
Abstract: This action would amend APHIS' animal disease
traceability regulations, currently codified at 9 CFR part 86. The
primary proposed change would require that beginning June 30, 2023,
APHIS would only recognize identification devices (e.g., eartags) as
official identification for cattle and bison covered by the regulations
if the devices have both visual and electronic readability (EID). Other
proposed changes are intended to clarify language and requirements in
several sections of part 86. These changes would enhance the U.S.
traceability system to better achieve goals of rapidly tracing diseased
and exposed animals and containing outbreaks.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 07/00/22 .......................
NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/00/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Dr. Aaron Scott Ph.D., DACVPM, Director, Department
of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, National
Animal Disease Traceability and Veterinary Accreditation Center, APHIS
Veterinary Services Strategy and Policy, 2150 Centre Avenue, Building B
(Mail Stop 3E87), Fort Collins, CO 80526, Phone:
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970 494-7249, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0579-AE64
15. Revision to Horse Protection Act Regulations [0579-AE70]
Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 1823
Abstract: Current Horse Protection Act (HPA) regulations require
Designated Qualified Persons (DQPs) to be licensed directly through
Horse Industry Organizations (HIOs). DQPs conduct inspections of horses
at HIO-affiliated shows, sales, auctions, and exhibitions to determine
compliance with the HPA. We are proposing to amend the Horse Protection
regulations by eliminating the role of HIOs and DQPs as inspectors at
horse shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and assigning inspection
authority solely to Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Veterinary Medical Officers and other persons authorized by APHIS.
Other changes are also being contemplated.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 10/00/22 .......................
NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/00/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage, VMD, Director, National Policy
Staff, Animal Care, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 84, Riverdale, MD 20737,
Phone: 301 851-3748, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0579-AE70
16. AQI User Fees [0579-AE71]
Legal Authority: 21 U.S.C. 136a
Abstract: We are proposing multiple revisions to our AQI user fee
regulations in order to facilitate full cost recovery as required by 21
U.S.C. 136a. We are proposing to update the fees using more current
operational data, as well as update the fees to incorporate recurring
costs such as capital improvements and staffing needs. Inflation would
also be incorporated into our model. Other changes are also being
contemplated.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 12/00/22 .......................
NPRM Comment Period End............. 02/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: George Balady, PEIP Cost and Fee Analysis, PPQ,
Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service,
4700 River Road, Riverdale, MD 20737, Phone: 301 851-2338.
RIN: 0579-AE71
17. Importation of Bovine Meat From Paraguay [0579-AE73]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 450; 7 U.S.C. 7701 to 7772; 7 U.S.C. 7781
to 7786; 7 U.S.C. 8301 to 8317; 21 U.S.C. 136 and 136a; 31 U.S.C. 9701
Abstract: We are proposing to amend the regulations governing the
importation of certain animals, meat, and other animal products by
allowing, under certain conditions, the importation of fresh (chilled
or frozen) beef from Paraguay. Based on the evidence from a risk
analysis, we have determined that fresh beef can safely be imported
from Paraguay, provided certain conditions are met. This action would
provide for the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay into the United
States while continuing to protect the United States against the
introduction of foot-and-mouth disease.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 01/00/23 .......................
NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Ingrid Kotowski, Regionalization Evaluation
Services, VS, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, 920 Main Campus Drive, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC
27606, Phone: 919 855-7732.
RIN: 0579-AE73
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Final Rule Stage
18. Establishing AWA Standards for Birds [0579-AE61]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: This rulemaking would extend APHIS enforcement of the
Animal Welfare Act (AWA) to birds, other than birds bred for use in
research. This would help ensure the humane care and treatment of such
birds.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 02/22/22 87 FR 9880
NPRM Comment Period Extended........ 04/22/22 87 FR 24072
NPRM Comment Period End............. 04/25/22 .......................
NPRM Comment Period Extended End.... 05/25/22 .......................
Final Rule.......................... 02/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage, VMD, Director, National Policy
Staff, Animal Care, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 84, Riverdale, MD 20737,
Phone: 301 851-3748, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0579-AE61
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Long-Term Actions
19. National List of Reportable Animal Diseases [0579-AE39]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 8301 to 8317
Abstract: This rulemaking amends our disease regulations to provide
for a National List of Reportable Animal Diseases, along with reporting
responsibilities for animal health professionals that encounter or
suspect cases of communicable animal diseases and disease agents. The
changes are necessary to streamline State and Federal cooperative
animal disease detection, response, and control efforts. This action
will consolidate and enhance current disease reporting mechanisms, and
it will complement and supplement existing animal disease tracking and
reporting at the State level.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 04/02/20 85 FR 18471
NPRM Comment Period End............. 06/01/20 .......................
NPRM Comment Period Reopened........ 08/18/20 85 FR 50796
NPRM Comment Period Reopened End.... 08/21/20 .......................
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Final Action........................ To Be Determined
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jane Rooney, Phone: 970 494-7397.
RIN: 0579-AE39
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20. Microchipping, Verifiable Signatures, Government Official
Endorsement, and Mandatory Forms for Importation of Live Dogs; Cage
Standards for Domestic Dogs [0579-AE58]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: We are proposing to amend the regulations regarding the
importation of live dogs by requiring all live dogs imported into the
United States for resale purposes to be microchipped for permanent
identification, and to require importers to procure a microchip reader
and make it available to port-of-entry officials as requested. This
action would also add microchipping as one of three identification
options for dogs and cats used by dealers, exhibitors and research
facilities. In addition, APHIS is proposing to require a verifiable
signature on the health certificate and rabies certificate accompanying
imported live dogs, an endorsement of the health certificate by a
government official in the country of origin, and the mandatory use of
forms provided by APHIS. Additionally, we are proposing to update cage
standards for dogs held domestically by dealers or exhibitors who are
licensed under the Animal Welfare Act or used in research at registered
facilities. Other changes are also being contemplated.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ To Be Determined
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage, Phone: 301 851-3748, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0579-AE58
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Completed Actions
21. Handling of Animals; Contingency Plans [0579-AC69]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service issued a
final rule on December 31, 2012, to establish regulations under which
research facilities and dealers, exhibitors, intermediate handlers, and
carriers must meet certain requirements for contingency planning and
training of personnel. Implementation of the final rule was stayed on
July 31, 2013, so that the agency could conduct additional review to
further consider the impact of contingency plan requirements on
regulated entities. Since that time, we have conducted such a review,
and the 2021 Congressional Appropriations Act has required us to lift
the stay. We are therefore lifting the stay and making minor revisions
to the requirements in order to update compliance dates and clarify
intent. The lifting of the stay and revisions will better ensure that
entities responsible for animals regulated under the Animal Welfare Act
are prepared to safeguard the health and welfare of such animals in the
event of possible emergencies or disasters.
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
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Final Rule.......................... 12/03/21 86 FR 68533
Final Rule Effective................ 01/03/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Theodorson, Phone: 970 494-7473.
RIN: 0579-AC69
22. Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy and Scrapie; Importation of Small
Ruminants and Their Germplasm, Products, and Byproducts [0579-AD10]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 450; 7 U.S.C. 1622; 7 U.S.C. 7701 to
7772; 7 U.S.C. 7781 to 7786; 7 U.S.C. 8301 to 8317; 21 U.S.C. 136 and
136a; 31 U.S.C. 9701
Abstract: We are amending the regulations governing the importation
of animals and animal products to revise conditions for the importation
of live sheep, goats, and certain other non-bovine ruminants, and
products derived from sheep and goats, with regard to transmissible
spongiform encephalopathies such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy
(BSE) and scrapie. We are removing BSE-related import restrictions on
sheep and goats and most of their products and adding import
restrictions related to transmissible spongiform encephalopathies for
certain wild, zoological, or other non-bovine ruminant species. The
conditions we are adopting for the importation of specified commodities
are based on internationally accepted scientific literature and will,
in general, align our regulations with guidelines established in the
World Organization for Animal Health's Terrestrial Animal Health Code.
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
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Final Rule.......................... 12/03/21 86 FR 68834
Final Rule Effective................ 01/03/22
Final Rule; Correction.............. 01/03/22 87 FR 29
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Alexandra MacKenzie, Phone: 301 851-3300.
RIN: 0579-AD10
23. Horse Protection; Licensing of Designated Qualified Persons and
Other Amendments [0579-AE19]
Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 1823 to 1825; 15 U.S.C. 1828
Abstract: We are withdrawing a proposed rule that would have
amended the horse protection regulations with respect to several
program practices. We are taking this action to withdraw the proposed
rule so that we may reevaluate these program practices based on the
findings of research conducted after its publication.
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
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NPRM; Withdrawal.................... 12/13/21 86 FR 70755
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lance Bassage, Phone: 301 851-3748, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0579-AE19
BILLING CODE 3410-34-P
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Proposed Rule Stage
24. Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and
Children (WIC): WIC Online Ordering and Transactions [0584-AE85]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 111-296
Abstract: This rule addresses key regulatory barriers to online
ordering in the WIC Program by making changes to the provisions that
prevent online transactions and types of online capable stores from
participating in the Program. This rule will also allow FNS to
modernize WIC vendor regulations that do not reflect current technology
and facilitate the Program's transition to EBT.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 11/00/22
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael DePiro, Department of Agriculture, Food and
Nutrition Service, 1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone:
703 305-2876, Email: [email protected].
Maureen Lydon, Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition
Service, 1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: 703 457-
7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE85
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Final Rule Stage
25. National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs: School Food
Service Account Revenue Amendments Related to the Healthy, Hunger-Free
Kids Act of 2010 [0584-AE11]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 111-296
Abstract: This rule amends National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
regulations to conform to requirements contained in the Healthy,
Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 regarding equity in school lunch pricing
and revenue from non-program foods sold in schools. This rule requires
school food authorities (SFAs) participating in the NSLP to provide the
same level of financial support for lunches served to students who are
not eligible for free or reduced-price lunches as is provided for
lunches served to students eligible for free lunches. This rule also
requires that all food sold in a school and purchased with funds from
the nonprofit school food service account other than meals and
supplements reimbursed by the Department of Agriculture must generate
revenue at least proportionate to the cost of such foods.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule.................. 06/17/11 76 FR 35301
Interim Final Rule Effective........ 07/01/11
Interim Final Rule Comment Period 09/15/11
End.
Final Rule.......................... 05/00/24
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael DePiro, Department of Agriculture, Food and
Nutrition Service, 1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone:
703 305-2876, Email: [email protected].
Maureen Lydon, Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition
Service, 1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: 703 457-
7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE11
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Long-Term Actions
26. Modernizing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Benefit Redemption Systems [0584-AE37]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113-79
Abstract: The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) will propose changes
that collectively modernize SNAP benefit issuance and increase program
integrity while streamlining program administration, offering greater
flexibility to State agencies, and improving customer service. The rule
will codify provisions of the 2014 Farm Bill, the 2018 Farm Bill, and
respond to 2018 OIG audit findings. The rule will codify 2014 Farm Bill
provisions requiring most SNAP-authorized retailers to pay the costs
associated with EBT equipment, supplies and related services and
requirements pertaining to the online SNAP payment option. This rule
would also codify waivers that have been granted to State agencies to
implement practices that have proven beneficial as the EBT system has
developed and matured, address Disaster-SNAP requirements for on-going
households, and update EBT system technical and functional
requirements.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 05/00/24
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford, Phone: 703 605-0800, Email:
[email protected].
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457-7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE37
27. Providing Regulatory Flexibility for Retailers in the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) [0584-AE61]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113-79; 7 U.S.C. 2011 to 2036
Abstract: The Agricultural Act of 2014 amended the Food and
Nutrition Act of 2008 to increase the requirement that certain
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) authorized retail food
stores have available on a continuous basis at least three varieties of
items in each of four staple food categories, to a mandatory minimum of
seven varieties. The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) codified these
mandatory requirements. Subsequent annual Agency appropriations bill
language prohibited implementation of certain final rule provisions. In
response, this change will provide some retailers participating in SNAP
as authorized food stores with more flexibility in meeting the enhanced
SNAP eligibility requirements.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 04/05/19 84 FR 13555
NPRM Comment Period End............. 06/04/19
NPRM Comment Period Reopened........ 06/14/19 84 FR 27743
NPRM Comment Period Reopen End...... 06/20/19
Final Action........................ 05/00/24
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford, Phone: 703 605-0800, Email:
[email protected].
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457-7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE61
28. Strengthening Integrity and Reducing Retailer Fraud in the
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) [0584-AE71]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113-79; Pub. L. 115-334
Abstract: This proposed rule would implement statutory provisions
of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (the 2008 Farm Bill),
the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the 2018 Farm Bill), and other
language intended to deter retailer fraud, abuse, and non-compliance in
the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 05/00/24 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford, Phone: 703 605-0800, Email:
[email protected].
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Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457-7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE71
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Completed Actions
29. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Electronic
Benefits Transfer Requirements for Scanning and Product-Lookup
Technology [0584-AE39]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 113-79
Abstract: The Department is withdrawing this rule from public
consideration while the agency considers the cost and impact on food
access associated with implementation of this policy. This rule will
align program regulations with changes made by section 4002 of the
Agricultural Act of 2014 (Pub. L. 113-79, the Farm Bill), which
introduced new technical requirements for point-of-sale (POS) devices
in the Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) system in section 7(h)(2)(C)
of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (the FNA). The Food and Nutrition
Service (FNS) will propose to revise existing regulations both to
codify these statutory requirements as well as to provide for their
effective implementation and enforcement through the clarification of
the technical specifications and capabilities required of this
equipment and by addressing methods for ensuring compliance. In
addition, USDA will define what constitutes an area that has
significantly limited access to food to determine who is exempt from
this requirement.
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
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Withdrawn........................... 02/25/22 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford, Phone: 703 605-0800, Email:
[email protected].
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457-7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE39
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Forest Service (FS)
Long-Term Actions
30. Special Uses--Communications Uses Rent [0596-AD43]
Legal Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1761 to 1771
Abstract: Consistent with the requirement in title V, section 504
(g) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, the proposed rule
would update the Forest Service's rental fee schedule for
communications uses based on market value. Updated rental fees that
exceed 100 percent of current rental fees would be phased in over a 3-
year period. USDA is coordinating development of the information base
to support this rulemaking with the Department of the Interior.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined.
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Edwina Howard-Agu, Phone: 202 205-1419, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0596-AD43
[FR Doc. 2022-14599 Filed 8-5-22; 8:45 am]
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