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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda,
Spring 2023
Office of the Secretary, USDA.
Semiannual Regulatory Agenda.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
This agenda provides
summary descriptions of significant and
not significant regulations being
developed in agencies of the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) in
conformance with Executive Orders
SUMMARY:
(E.O.) 12866, ‘‘Regulatory Planning and
Review,’’ 13563, ‘‘Improving Regulation
and Regulatory Review,’’ and 14094,
‘‘Modernizing 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 Mr. Michael
Poe, Office of Budget and Program
Analysis, U.S. Department of
Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250,
(202) 769–8247.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Dated: April 11, 2023.
Michael Poe,
Legislative and Regulatory Staff.
AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—PROPOSED RULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
1 ........................
2 ........................
Natural Grass Sod Promotion, Research, and Information Order (AMS–LP–21–0028) .................................
Organic Market Development for Mushrooms and Pet Food (AMS–NOP–22–0063) ....................................
0581–AE07
0581–AE13
AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—FINAL RULE STAGE
Sequence No.
3
4
5
6
7
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Regulation
Identifier No.
Title
Dairy Donation Program (AMS–DA–21–0013) ................................................................................................
Preserving Trust Benefits Under the Packers and Stockyards Act (AMS–FTPP–21–0015) ..........................
Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments (AMS–FTPP–21–0044) ..............................
Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act (AMS–FTPP–21–0045)
Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards (AMS–NOP–21–0073) ..................................................................
0581–AE00
0581–AE01
0581–AE03
0581–AE05
0581–AE06
AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—LONG-TERM ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
8 ........................
9 ........................
10 ......................
Organic Aquaculture Standards .......................................................................................................................
Inert Ingredients in Pesticides for Organic Production (AMS–NOP–21–0008) ...............................................
Organic Apiculture Production Standards ........................................................................................................
0581–AD34
0581–AE02
0581–AE12
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AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE—COMPLETED ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
11 ......................
Strengthening Organic Enforcement (AMS–NOP–17–0065) ..........................................................................
0581–AD09
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—PROPOSED RULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
12 ......................
Revision to Horse Protection Act Regulations .................................................................................................
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ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—PROPOSED RULE STAGE—Continued
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
13 ......................
AQI User Fees .................................................................................................................................................
0579–AE71
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—FINAL RULE STAGE
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
14 ......................
15 ......................
Animal Disease Traceability; Electronic Identification .....................................................................................
Importation of Bovine Meat From Paraguay ....................................................................................................
0579–AE64
0579–AE73
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE—LONG-TERM ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
16 ......................
17 ......................
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
18 ......................
Establishing AWA Standards for Birds ............................................................................................................
0579–AE61
FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE—LONG-TERM ACTIONS
Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
Title
19 ......................
National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs: School Food Service Account Revenue Amendments Related to the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010.
Technical Changes for 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).
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC): WIC Online Ordering
and Transactions and Food Delivery Revisions to Meet the Needs of a Modern, Data-Driven Program.
20 ......................
21 ......................
22 ......................
23 ......................
0584–AE11
0584–AE37
0584–AE61
0584–AE71
0584–AE85
FOREST SERVICE—FINAL RULE STAGE
Title
24 ......................
Performance Bonding for Locatable Minerals .................................................................................................
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Identifier No.
Sequence No.
1. 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 action 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,
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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 would 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 would
only attainable through a national
research and promotion program for
natural grass sod.
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0596–AD58
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
Date
FR Cite
07/00/23
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
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2. Organic Market Development for
Mushrooms and Pet Food (AMS–NOP–
22–0063) [0581–AE13]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: This action seeks comments
on the proposed amendments to USDA
organic regulations that would clarify
production and handling requirements
for a) organic pet food standards and b)
organic mushrooms. These products are
currently certified organic to the
standards for similar products like those
for human consumption (pet food) or for
crops (mushrooms). The proposed
action seeks to increase regulatory
certainty for these markets and, in turn,
support investment, product
development, and availability of
products in the market. The title and
scope of the previous action for this RIN
(05810–AE13) titled ‘‘Organic Pet Food
Standards’’ has been revised to include
the establishment of standards for the
production and certification of
mushrooms, which was previously
proposed under now withdrawn RIN
0851–AE14.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
FR Cite
10/00/23
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
Action
Date
Interim Final Rule
Interim Final Rule
Comment Period End.
Final Rule ............
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Final Rule Stage
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3. Dairy Donation Program (AMS–DA–
21–0013) [0581–AE00]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116–260, sec.
762
Abstract: This rulemaking would
finalize the Dairy Donation Program,
which was 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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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
4. Preserving Trust Benefits Under the
Packers and Stockyards Act (AMS–
FTPP–21–0015) [0581–AE01]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116–260, sec.
763
Abstract: This action would revise the
Packers and Stockyards regulations to
add provisions for written notifications
related to the new livestock dealer trust.
The revisions would 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
would 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 would mirror existing
regulatory provisions related to
livestock and poultry sales under the
Packers and Stockyards Act.
Timetable:
Action
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
09/01/21
11/01/21
FR Cite
Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Final Rule ............
05/05/22
06/06/22
FR Cite
87 FR 26695
06/00/23
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
5. Transparency in Poultry Grower
Contracting and Tournaments (AMS–
FTPP–21–0044) [0581–AE03]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
Abstract: This action amends
regulations issued under the Packers
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and Stockyards Act (P&S Act), revising
the list of disclosures and information
live poultry dealers must furnish to
poultry growers and sellers with whom
dealers make poultry growing
arrangements. The rule establishes
parameters for the use of poultry grower
ranking systems by dealers to determine
settlement payments for poultry
growers. Amendments 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.
Notice of Reopening of Comment
Period.
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Final Rule ............
Date
FR Cite
06/08/22
08/08/22
87 FR 34980
08/08/22
87 FR 48091
08/23/22
06/00/23
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
6. Inclusive Competition and Market
Integrity Under the Packers and
Stockyards Act (AMS–FTPP–21–0045)
[0581–AE05]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
Abstract: This final rule would
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 or advantageous.
Supplemental amendments clarify the
conduct the Department considers
unfair, preferential, unjustly
discriminatory, or deceptive and a
violation of sections 202(a) and (b) of
the Act. The rule also clarifies the
criteria and types of conduct that would
be considered unduly or unreasonably
preferential, advantageous, prejudicial,
or disadvantageous and violations of the
Act, including retaliatory practices that
interfere with lawful communications,
assertion of rights, and associational
participation.
Timetable:
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Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period Extended.
NPRM Comment
Period End.
NPRM Comment
Period Extended End.
Final Rule ............
10/03/22
11/30/22
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87 FR 60010
87 FR 73507
12/02/22
01/17/23
09/00/23
7. Organic Livestock and Poultry
Standards (AMS–NOP–21–0073) [0581–
AE06]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 7
U.S.C. 6524
Abstract: This action would establish
additional practice standards for organic
livestock and poultry production. The
rule would amend the USDA organic
regulations related to: livestock and
poultry living conditions (for example,
outdoor access, housing environment,
and stocking densities); animal health
care (for example, physical alterations,
administering medical treatment, and
euthanasia); animal transport; and
slaughter.
Timetable:
Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Comment Period
Extended.
Comment Period
Extended End.
Final Rule ............
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Long-Term Actions
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
Action
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
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08/09/22
10/11/22
87 FR 48562
10/11/22
87 FR 61268
11/10/22
8. Organic Aquaculture Standards
[0581–AD34]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6522
Abstract: This action would 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:
Date
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Phone: 202 260–8077, Email:
jennifer.tucker@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AD34
9. Inert Ingredients in Pesticides for
Organic Production (AMS–NOP–21–
0008) [0581–AE02]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6524
Abstract: Based on comments
received from the advance notice of
proposed rulemaking, this proposed
rule seeks public comment on
recommendations to replace outdated
references in USDA’s organic
regulations to U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) policy on inert
ingredients in pesticides. Inerts, also
identified as ‘other ingredients’ on
pesticide labels, are any substances
other than the active ingredient that are
intentionally added to pesticide
products. 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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ANPRM ...............
ANPRM Comment
Period Extended.
ANPRM Comment
Period End.
ANPRM Comment
Period Extended End.
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FR Cite
To Be Determined
To Be Determined
09/02/22
10/11/22
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87 FR 61268
11/01/22
12/31/22
To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
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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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10. Organic Apiculture Production
Standards [0581–AE12]
FR Cite
08/00/23
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: erin.healy@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE06
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Phone: 202 260–8077, Email:
jennifer.tucker@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE02
Action
Action
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Phone: 202 260–8077, Email:
jennifer.tucker@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AE12
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Completed Actions
11. Strengthening Organic Enforcement
(AMS–NOP–17–0065) [0581–AD09]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: The Strengthening Organic
Enforcement (SOE) final rule would,
once effective, amend the USDA organic
regulations to strengthen oversight and
enforcement of the production,
handling, and sale of organic
agricultural products.
Topics addressed in this rule include:
Applicability of the regulations and
exemptions from organic certification;
National Organic Program Import
Certificates; recordkeeping and product
traceability; certifying agent personnel
qualifications and training; standardized
certificates of organic operation;
unannounced on-site inspections of
certified operations; oversight of
certification activities; foreign
conformity assessment systems;
certification of grower group operations;
labeling of nonretail containers; annual
update requirements for certified
operations; compliance and appeals
processes; and calculating organic
content of multi-ingredient products.
Completed:
Reason
Final Rule ............
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Date
Final Action Effective.
FR Cite
03/30/23
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker,
Phone: 202 260–8077, Email:
jennifer.tucker@usda.gov.
RIN: 0581–AD09
Action
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS)
Proposed Rule Stage
12. 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
assigning inspection authority solely to
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS) Veterinary Medical
Officers and other third parties
authorized and trained by APHIS. Other
changes are also being contemplated.
Timetable:
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
FR Cite
07/00/23
09/00/23
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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: lance.h.bassage@usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE70
13. 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
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS)
Final Rule Stage
14. Animal Disease Traceability;
Electronic Identification [0579–AE64]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 8301 et seq.
Abstract: This action amends APHIS’
animal disease traceability regulations,
currently codified at 9 CFR part 86. The
primary change requires that APHIS
will 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 changes clarify
language and requirements in several
sections of part 86. These changes will
enhance the U.S. traceability system to
better achieve goals of rapidly tracing
diseased and exposed animals and
containing outbreaks.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
NPRM Comment
Period Extended.
NPRM Comment
Period Extended End.
Final Rule ............
FR Cite
01/19/23
03/20/23
88 FR 3320
03/20/23
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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:
Action
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Final Action—To
Be Determined—APHIS
Evaluating Public Comments.
Date
03/27/23
05/26/23
FR Cite
88 FR 18077
03/00/24
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)
04/19/23
Long-Term Actions
02/00/24
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
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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:
970 494–7249, Email: traceability@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE64
15. Importation of Bovine Meat From
Paraguay [0579–AE73]
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
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Date
Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
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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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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
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responsibilities for animal health
professionals that encounter or suspect
cases of communicable animal diseases
and disease agents. The changes are
necessary to streamline 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:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopened.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopened End.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopened.
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06/01/20
85 FR 18471
08/18/20
85 FR 50796
08/21/20
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Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jane Rooney, Phone:
970 494–7397.
RIN: 0579–AE39
17. 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.
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Action
Date
NPRM ..................
FR Cite
06/00/24
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
18. Establishing AWA Standards for
Birds [0579–AE61]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: This rulemaking will extend
APHIS enforcement of the Animal
Welfare Act (AWA) to birds, other than
birds bred for use in research. This will
help ensure the humane care and
treatment of such birds.
Completed:
Reason
Date
Final Rule ............
Final Rule Effective.
Final Rule; OFR
Correction.
FR Cite
02/21/23
03/23/23
88 FR 10654
02/24/23
88 FR 11779
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Cody Yager, Phone:
970 494–7478, Email: cody.m.yager@
usda.gov.
RIN: 0579–AE61
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Long-Term Actions
19. 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
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(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:
Action
Interim Final Rule
Interim Final Rule
Effective.
Interim Final Rule
Comment Period End.
Final Rule ............
Date
06/17/11
07/01/11
FR Cite
76 FR 35301
09/15/11
09/00/25
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael DePiro,
Phone: 703 305–2876, Email:
michael.depiro@usda.gov.
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457–
7713, Email: maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE11
20. Technical Changes for
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 propose to codify provisions of the
2014 Farm Bill, the 2018 Farm Bill, and
respond to 2018 OIG audit findings. The
rule will propose to codify 2014 Farm
Bill provisions requiring most SNAPauthorized 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 propose to codify waivers that have
been granted to State agencies to
implement practices that have proven
beneficial as the EBT system has
developed and matured and update EBT
system technical and functional
requirements.
Timetable:
Action
NPRM ..................
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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
21. 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:
Action
Date
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NPRM Comment
Period End.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopened.
NPRM Comment
Period Reopen
End.
Final Action .........
FR Cite
04/05/19
06/04/19
84 FR 13555
06/14/19
84 FR 27743
06/20/19
04/00/25
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
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22. 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
Date
NPRM ..................
FR Cite
11/00/24
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–AE71
23. Special Supplemental Nutrition
Program for Women, Infants and
Children (WIC): WIC Online Ordering
and Transactions and Food Delivery
Revisions To Meet the Needs of a
Modern, Data-Driven Program [0584–
AE85]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 111–296
Abstract: This final rulemaking
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. FNS will consider
public comments received during the
proposed rulemaking stage in
development of this final rule.
Timetable:
Action
Date
NPRM ..................
NPRM Comment
Period End.
Final Action .........
02/23/23
05/24/23
FR Cite
88 FR 11516
02/00/25
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
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Agency Contact: Michael DePiro,
Phone: 703 305–2876, Email:
michael.depiro@usda.gov.
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457–
7713, Email: maureen.lydon@usda.gov.
RIN: 0584–AE85
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
(USDA)
Forest Service (FS)
Final Rule Stage
24. • Performance Bonding for
Locatable Minerals [0596–AD58]
Legal Authority: Organic
Administration Act of June 4, 1897; 30
Stat. 34, 36 (16 U.S.C. 478, 482, 551);
General Mining Act of 1872, as
amended; 17 Stat. 91 (30 U.S.C. 22–54);
Surface Resources Act, Pub. L. 167, July
23, 1955, 69 stat. 368. (30 U.S.C. 601,
603, 611–15)
Abstract: This rulemaking would
revise Locatable Minerals regulations at
36 CFR 228.13 to allow AA or AAArated investments within trust funds as
financial guarantee for long-term postclosure obligations.This would create
consistency with existing BLM
regulations and respond to an
immediate programmatic need to
provide a viable mechanism for
financing long-term, post-closure
environmental obligations, which is
crucial to the stewardship and
restoration of NFS lands affected by
mining. This final rule will help meet
the Administration’s priority to improve
service delivery, customer experience,
and reduce administrative burdens for
those accessing public benefits and
services.
Timetable:
Action
Interim Final Rule
Date
FR Cite
08/00/23
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Nathan Morris,
Department of Agriculture, Forest
Service, 201 14th Street SW,
Washington, DC 20024, Phone: 202 205–
0833, Email: nathan.morris@usda.gov.
RIN: 0596–AD58
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Office of the Secretary
2 CFR Subtitle B, Ch. IV
5 CFR Ch. LXXIII
7 CFR Subtitle A; Subtitle B, Chs. I-XI, XIV-XVIII, XX, XXV-
XXXVIII, XLII
9 CFR Chs. I-III
36 CFR Ch. II
48 CFR Ch. 4
Semiannual Regulatory Agenda, Spring 2023
AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, USDA.
ACTION: Semiannual Regulatory Agenda.
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SUMMARY: This agenda provides summary descriptions of significant and
not significant regulations being developed in agencies of the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) in conformance with Executive Orders
(E.O.) 12866, ``Regulatory Planning and Review,'' 13563, ``Improving
Regulation and Regulatory Review,'' and 14094, ``Modernizing 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 Mr. Michael Poe, Office of Budget and Program Analysis,
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, (202) 769-8247.
Dated: April 11, 2023.
Michael Poe,
Legislative and Regulatory Staff.
Agricultural Marketing Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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1......................... Natural Grass Sod 0581-AE07
Promotion, Research, and
Information Order (AMS-LP-
21-0028).
2......................... Organic Market Development 0581-AE13
for Mushrooms and Pet
Food (AMS-NOP-22-0063).
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Agricultural Marketing Service--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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3......................... Dairy Donation Program 0581-AE00
(AMS-DA-21-0013).
4......................... Preserving Trust Benefits 0581-AE01
Under the Packers and
Stockyards Act (AMS-FTPP-
21-0015).
5......................... Transparency in Poultry 0581-AE03
Grower Contracting and
Tournaments (AMS-FTPP-21-
0044).
6......................... Inclusive Competition and 0581-AE05
Market Integrity Under
the Packers and
Stockyards Act (AMS-FTPP-
21-0045).
7......................... Organic Livestock and 0581-AE06
Poultry Standards (AMS-
NOP-21-0073).
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Agricultural Marketing Service--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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8......................... Organic Aquaculture 0581-AD34
Standards.
9......................... Inert Ingredients in 0581-AE02
Pesticides for Organic
Production (AMS-NOP-21-
0008).
10........................ Organic Apiculture 0581-AE12
Production Standards.
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Agricultural Marketing Service--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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11........................ Strengthening Organic 0581-AD09
Enforcement (AMS-NOP-17-
0065).
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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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12........................ Revision to Horse 0579-AE70
Protection Act
Regulations.
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13........................ AQI User Fees............. 0579-AE71
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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14........................ Animal Disease 0579-AE64
Traceability; Electronic
Identification.
15........................ Importation of Bovine Meat 0579-AE73
From Paraguay.
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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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16........................ National List of 0579-AE39
Reportable Animal
Diseases.
17........................ 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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18........................ Establishing AWA Standards 0579-AE61
for Birds.
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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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19........................ 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.
20........................ Technical Changes for 0584-AE37
Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program (SNAP)
Benefit Redemption
Systems.
21........................ Providing Regulatory 0584-AE61
Flexibility for Retailers
in the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP).
22........................ Strengthening Integrity 0584-AE71
and Reducing Retailer
Fraud in the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP).
23........................ Special Supplemental 0584-AE85
Nutrition Program for
Women, Infants and
Children (WIC): WIC
Online Ordering and
Transactions and Food
Delivery Revisions to
Meet the Needs of a
Modern, Data-Driven
Program.
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Forest Service--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence No. Title Identifier No.
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24........................ Performance Bonding for 0596-AD58
Locatable Minerals.
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Proposed Rule Stage
1. 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 action 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 would 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 would only attainable through a national research and
promotion program for natural grass sod.
Timetable:
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NPRM................................ 07/00/23 .......................
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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
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2. Organic Market Development for Mushrooms and Pet Food (AMS-NOP-22-
0063) [0581-AE13]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: This action seeks comments on the proposed amendments to
USDA organic regulations that would clarify production and handling
requirements for a) organic pet food standards and b) organic
mushrooms. These products are currently certified organic to the
standards for similar products like those for human consumption (pet
food) or for crops (mushrooms). The proposed action seeks to increase
regulatory certainty for these markets and, in turn, support
investment, product development, and availability of products in the
market. The title and scope of the previous action for this RIN (05810-
AE13) titled ``Organic Pet Food Standards'' has been revised to include
the establishment of standards for the production and certification of
mushrooms, which was previously proposed under now withdrawn RIN 0851-
AE14.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 10/00/23 .......................
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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
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Final Rule Stage
3. Dairy Donation Program (AMS-DA-21-0013) [0581-AE00]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116-260, sec. 762
Abstract: This rulemaking would finalize the Dairy Donation
Program, which was 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.......................... 08/00/23 .......................
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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
4. Preserving Trust Benefits Under the Packers and Stockyards Act (AMS-
FTPP-21-0015) [0581-AE01]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 116-260, sec. 763
Abstract: This action would revise the Packers and Stockyards
regulations to add provisions for written notifications related to the
new livestock dealer trust. The revisions would 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 would 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 would 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.......................... 06/00/23 .......................
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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
5. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments (AMS-
FTPP-21-0044) [0581-AE03]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
Abstract: This action amends regulations issued under the Packers
and Stockyards Act (P&S Act), revising the list of disclosures and
information live poultry dealers must furnish to poultry growers and
sellers with whom dealers make poultry growing arrangements. The rule
establishes parameters for the use of poultry grower ranking systems by
dealers to determine settlement payments for poultry growers.
Amendments 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 .......................
Notice of Reopening of Comment 08/08/22 87 FR 48091
Period.
NPRM Comment Period End............. 08/23/22 .......................
Final Rule.......................... 06/00/23 .......................
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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
6. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and
Stockyards Act (AMS-FTPP-21-0045) [0581-AE05]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 181 to 229c
Abstract: This final rule would 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 or
advantageous. Supplemental amendments clarify the conduct the
Department considers unfair, preferential, unjustly discriminatory, or
deceptive and a violation of sections 202(a) and (b) of the Act. The
rule also clarifies the criteria and types of conduct that would be
considered unduly or unreasonably preferential, advantageous,
prejudicial, or disadvantageous and violations of the Act, including
retaliatory practices that interfere with lawful communications,
assertion of rights, and associational participation.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 10/03/22 87 FR 60010
NPRM Comment Period Extended........ 11/30/22 87 FR 73507
NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/02/22 .......................
NPRM Comment Period Extended End.... 01/17/23 .......................
Final Rule.......................... 09/00/23 .......................
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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
7. Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards (AMS-NOP-21-0073) [0581-
AE06]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 7 U.S.C. 6524
Abstract: This action would establish additional practice standards
for organic livestock and poultry production. The rule would amend the
USDA organic regulations related to: livestock and poultry living
conditions (for example, outdoor access, housing environment, and
stocking densities); animal health care (for example, physical
alterations, administering medical treatment, and euthanasia); animal
transport; and slaughter.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 08/09/22 87 FR 48562
NPRM Comment Period End............. 10/11/22 .......................
Comment Period Extended............. 10/11/22 87 FR 61268
Comment Period Extended End......... 11/10/22 .......................
Final Rule.......................... 08/00/23 .......................
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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
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Long-Term Actions
8. Organic Aquaculture Standards [0581-AD34]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6522
Abstract: This action would 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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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
9. Inert Ingredients in Pesticides for Organic Production (AMS-NOP-21-
0008) [0581-AE02]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501 to 6524
Abstract: Based on comments received from the advance notice of
proposed rulemaking, this proposed rule seeks public comment on
recommendations to replace outdated references in USDA's organic
regulations to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) policy on
inert ingredients in pesticides. Inerts, also identified as `other
ingredients' on pesticide labels, are any substances other than the
active ingredient that are intentionally added to pesticide products.
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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ANPRM............................... 09/02/22 87 FR 54173
ANPRM Comment Period Extended....... 10/11/22 87 FR 61268
ANPRM Comment Period End............ 11/01/22 .......................
ANPRM Comment Period Extended End... 12/31/22 .......................
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-AE02
10. Organic Apiculture Production Standards [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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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-AE12
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Completed Actions
11. Strengthening Organic Enforcement (AMS-NOP-17-0065) [0581-AD09]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 6501
Abstract: The Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) final rule
would, once effective, amend the USDA organic regulations to strengthen
oversight and enforcement of the production, handling, and sale of
organic agricultural products.
Topics addressed in this rule include: Applicability of the
regulations and exemptions from organic certification; National Organic
Program Import Certificates; recordkeeping and product traceability;
certifying agent personnel qualifications and training; standardized
certificates of organic operation; unannounced on-site inspections of
certified operations; oversight of certification activities; foreign
conformity assessment systems; certification of grower group
operations; labeling of nonretail containers; annual update
requirements for certified operations; compliance and appeals
processes; and calculating organic content of multi-ingredient
products.
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
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Final Rule.......................... 01/19/23 88 FR 3548
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Final Action Effective.............. 03/30/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jennifer Tucker, Phone: 202 260-8077, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0581-AD09
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Proposed Rule Stage
12. 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 assigning inspection
authority solely to Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Veterinary Medical Officers and other third parties authorized and
trained by APHIS. Other changes are also being contemplated.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 07/00/23 .......................
NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/00/23 .......................
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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-AE70
13. 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................................ 06/00/23 .......................
NPRM Comment Period End............. 08/00/23 .......................
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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
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Final Rule Stage
14. Animal Disease Traceability; Electronic Identification [0579-AE64]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 8301 et seq.
Abstract: This action amends APHIS' animal disease traceability
regulations, currently codified at 9 CFR part 86. The primary change
requires that APHIS will 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 changes clarify language and requirements in several
sections of part 86. These changes will 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................................ 01/19/23 88 FR 3320
NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/20/23
NPRM Comment Period Extended........ 03/20/23 88 FR 16576
NPRM Comment Period Extended End.... 04/19/23
Final Rule.......................... 02/00/24
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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: 970 494-7249, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0579-AE64
15. 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................................ 03/27/23 88 FR 18077
NPRM Comment Period End............. 05/26/23
Final Action--To Be Determined-- 03/00/24
APHIS Evaluating Public Comments.
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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)
Long-Term Actions
16. 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
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responsibilities for animal health professionals that encounter or
suspect cases of communicable animal diseases and disease agents. The
changes are necessary to streamline 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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NPRM Comment Period Reopened........ To Be Determined
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jane Rooney, Phone: 970 494-7397.
RIN: 0579-AE39
17. 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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NPRM................................ 06/00/24
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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
18. Establishing AWA Standards for Birds [0579-AE61]
Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 2131 to 2159
Abstract: This rulemaking will extend APHIS enforcement of the
Animal Welfare Act (AWA) to birds, other than birds bred for use in
research. This will help ensure the humane care and treatment of such
birds.
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
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Final Rule.......................... 02/21/23 88 FR 10654
Final Rule Effective................ 03/23/23
Final Rule; OFR Correction.......... 02/24/23 88 FR 11779
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Cody Yager, Phone: 970 494-7478, Email:
[email protected].
RIN: 0579-AE61
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Long-Term Actions
19. 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.......................... 09/00/25
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael DePiro, Phone: 703 305-2876, Email:
[email protected].
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457-7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE11
20. Technical Changes for 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 propose to codify provisions of the 2014 Farm Bill, the 2018 Farm
Bill, and respond to 2018 OIG audit findings. The rule will propose to
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 propose to codify waivers that have been
granted to State agencies to implement practices that have proven
beneficial as the EBT system has developed and matured and update EBT
system technical and functional requirements.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 06/00/25
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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
21. 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........................ 04/00/25
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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
22. 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................................ 11/00/24
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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-AE71
23. Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and
Children (WIC): WIC Online Ordering and Transactions and Food Delivery
Revisions To Meet the Needs of a Modern, Data-Driven Program [0584-
AE85]
Legal Authority: Pub. L. 111-296
Abstract: This final rulemaking 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. FNS will
consider public comments received during the proposed rulemaking stage
in development of this final rule.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM................................ 02/23/23 88 FR 11516
NPRM Comment Period End............. 05/24/23 .......................
Final Action........................ 02/00/25 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Michael DePiro, Phone: 703 305-2876, Email:
[email protected].
Maureen Lydon, Phone: 703 457-7713, Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0584-AE85
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Forest Service (FS)
Final Rule Stage
24. Performance Bonding for Locatable Minerals [0596-AD58]
Legal Authority: Organic Administration Act of June 4, 1897; 30
Stat. 34, 36 (16 U.S.C. 478, 482, 551); General Mining Act of 1872, as
amended; 17 Stat. 91 (30 U.S.C. 22-54); Surface Resources Act, Pub. L.
167, July 23, 1955, 69 stat. 368. (30 U.S.C. 601, 603, 611-15)
Abstract: This rulemaking would revise Locatable Minerals
regulations at 36 CFR 228.13 to allow AA or AAA-rated investments
within trust funds as financial guarantee for long-term post-closure
obligations.This would create consistency with existing BLM regulations
and respond to an immediate programmatic need to provide a viable
mechanism for financing long-term, post-closure environmental
obligations, which is crucial to the stewardship and restoration of NFS
lands affected by mining. This final rule will help meet the
Administration's priority to improve service delivery, customer
experience, and reduce administrative burdens for those accessing
public benefits and services.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule.................. 08/00/23 .......................
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Nathan Morris, Department of Agriculture, Forest
Service, 201 14th Street SW, Washington, DC 20024, Phone: 202 205-0833,
Email: [email protected].
RIN: 0596-AD58
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