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Research and Special
Programs Administration
Research and Special Programs
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Popular Title: Sanitary Food |
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RIN 2137-AC00 |
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Withdrawal |
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Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date |
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Abstract:
This rulemaking would have implemented the Sanitary Food Transportation Act
of 1990 requirement that DOT issue regulations to: (1) prohibit use of a
tank, rail tank car, or cargo tank to transport food if such vehicle is also
used to transport a nonfood product other than a nonfood product determined
by the Secretary to be acceptable; (2) prohibit use of any other rail or
motor vehicle to transport food, if such vehicle is also used to transport
nonfood products determined by the Secretary to be unacceptable; and (3)
require the use of dedicated vehicles to transport asbestos and extremely
dangerous products. DOT submitted draft legislation to Congress in April of
1997 that would make the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of HHS, rather
than DOT, the lead agency on this topic. DOT would have retained highway and
rail inspection responsibilities and notified FDA of apparent problems. This
proposed legislation was part of DOT's NEXTEA II bill and was introduced as
H.R. 1720 and S. 1234 in 1997. Previously, RSPA was planning to publish an
SNPRM on this topic by |
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Prompting action: Statute |
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Rulemaking Project Initiated: |
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Dates for Withdrawal:
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Federal Register Citation for Withdrawal: None |
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Popular Title: Oil Pipeline Response |
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RIN 2137-AC30 |
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Previous Stage: Interim Final Rule: Publication Date |
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Abstract: This
rulemaking would establish regulations requiring response plans for certain
onshore oil piplines. They are mandated by the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended by the Oil Pollution Act of
1990. The purpose of these requirements is to improve response capabilities
and minimize the impact of onshore oil spills from pipelines. |
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Prompting action: Statute |
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Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
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Popular Title: Oxygen Cylinders |
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RIN 2137-AD33 |
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Previous Stage:None |
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Abstract:
This rulemaking would require oxygen cylinders to be placed in an outer
container that meets certain thermal and heat protection requirements when
transported in cargo compartments on aircraft. A separate rulemaking
addressing the use of passenger owned cylinders of oxygen during a flight is
under RIN 2105-AC29. This rulemaking is closely related to an FAA
determination in 2120-AG35 (Prohibition of the Transportation of Devices
Designed as Chemical Generators as Cargo in Aircraft). |
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Prompting action: None |
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Rulemaking Project Initiated: |
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Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
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Popular Title: Wetlines Rule |
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RIN 2137-AD36 |
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Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date |
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Abstract:
This rulemaking would reduce the risks associated with the retention of
flammable liquids in unprotected product piping on cargo tank motor vehicles
during transportation (wetlines). RSPA had earlier
planned to publish an NPRM by July 2002. This rulemaking responds to an NTSB
recommendation. We are in the process of preparing a regulatory evaluation
based on comments received in response to the ANPRM. We anticipate that rulemaking
action may be taken in January 2004. |
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Effects:
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Prompting action: None |
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Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
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Popular Title: Lithium Batteries |
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RIN 2137-AD48 |
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Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date |
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Abstract:
This rulemaking would amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR)
regarding the transportation of lithium batteries. These amendments are
consistent with changes recently made to the United Nations Recommendations
on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (UN Recommendations). These amendments
will increase the level of safety associated with the transportation of
lithium batteries and facilitate the transport of these materials in
international commerce. |
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Effects:
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Prompting action: None |
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Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
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Popular Title: PIM - Gas Pipelines |
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RIN 2137-AD54 |
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Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date |
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Abstract:
This rulemaking would address gas transmission lines in high consequence
areas, direct assessment, and an overall integrity management program. RSPA
withdrew this rule from OMB to make changes to it to conform with the new Pipeline Reauthorization Act of 2002. |
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Effects:
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Prompting action: Statute |
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Rulemaking Project Initiated: |
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Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: 68 FR 69777 |