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National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Principal Center for Regulatory Risk Analysis and Communication
Regulatory Tracking Summary 02 December 2016
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This report summarizes regulatory items reviewed by the NASA RRAC PC and includes items with direct applicability to NASA facilities and operations, as well as items of general interest. Notes and comments by the RRAC PC are shown in bold, blue text under “Description.” Related documents and citations, such as “81 FR 51967,” are linked to the appropriate document for quick access. Suggested follow-up actions are noted with significant items; users are advised that other follow-up actions may be appropriate for their program or facility.
Members of the NASA stakeholder community who are interested in receiving regulatory updates and alerts by e-mail may self-enroll at https://lists.nasa.gov/mailman/listinfo/rrac. Previous issues of this regulatory summary and other materials are archived on the RRAC PC website at http://www.nasa.gov/offices/rrac/home/.
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Contents of This Issue Acronyms and Abbreviations 3
1.0 U.S. Federal Regulatory Review 4
Federal Register Summary 4
Other News and Developments 6
EPA Releases Drinking Water Action Plan 6
Values of Fundamental Constants Updated 6
NCSE 2017 Annual Conference 7
EPA ECHO Webinar 7
NAEP 2017 Annual Conference 7
AWWA 2017 Annual Conference and Exposition 7
NASA Regulatory Communication Working Group Updates 7
2.0 State Regulatory Reviews 8
Alabama State Regulatory Review 8
California State Regulatory Review 8
State Agencies Jointly Release Long-Term Water Conservation Plan 9
California Air Districts Regulatory Review 9 2.2.2.1 Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District 9 2.2.2.2 Bay Area Air Quality Management District 9 2.2.2.3 Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District 9 2.2.2.4 Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District 9 2.2.2.5 South Coast Air Quality Management District 9 2.2.2.6 Ventura County Air Pollution Control District 10
Florida State Regulatory Review 10
Louisiana State Regulatory Review 10
Maryland State Regulatory Review 10
Mississippi State Regulatory Review 10
New Mexico State Regulatory Review 10
Ohio State Regulatory Review 11
Texas State Regulatory Review 11
Utah State Regulatory Review 11
Virginia State Regulatory Review 12
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Acronyms and Abbreviations
ACE17 = Annual Conference & Exposition AES = Automated Export System AIM = Architectural and industrial maintenance AL = Alabama ARB = California Air Resources Board AWWA = American Water Works Association BMP = Best management practice CBI = Confidential business information CCR = California Code of Regulations CEMS = Continuous emission monitoring system CEQA = California Environmental Quality Act CFR = Code of Federal Regulations CRNR = California Regulatory Notice Register DAPC = Division of Air Pollution Control DMWM = Division of Materials and Waste Management EA = Environmental Analysis ECHO = Enforcement and Compliance History Online EIR = Environmental Impact Review EKAPCD = Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District EPA = U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPCRA = Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-
Know Act F.A.C. = Florida Administrative Code FAR = Florida Administrative Register FEMA = Federal Emergency Management Agency FL = Florida FR = Federal Register FWS = U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service GRC = Glenn Research Center HBCD = Hexabromocyclododecane HFC = Hydrofluorocarbon HW = Hazardous waste LAC = Louisiana Administrative Code LPN = Listing priority number MS4 = Municipal separate storm sewer system NAAQS = National Ambient Air Quality Standards NAEP = National Association of Environmental Professionals NASA = National Aeronautics and Space Administration NCSE = National Council for Science and the Environment NEP = N-ethylpyrrolidone NiPP = N-isopropylpyrrolidone
NO2 = Nitrogen dioxide
NOx = Nitrogen oxides
NSPS = New Source Performance Standards NSR = New Source Review OAC = Ohio Administrative Code ODS = Ozone-depleting substance OECD = Organization for Economic Cooperation and
Development OPR = Office of Planning and Research OSHSB = Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board PCAST = President's Council of Advisors on Science and
Technology PM = Particulate matter PPA = Pollution Prevention Act R = Refrigerant RCRA = Resource Conservation and Recovery Act RIN = Regulatory Identification Number RRAC PC = Principal Center for Regulatory Risk Analysis
and Communication RFS = Renewable Fuel Standards SCAQMD = South Coast Air Quality Management District SIP = State Implementation Plan SLCP = Short-Lived Climate Pollutant SNUR = Significant New Use Rule SO2 = Sulfur dioxide
SOON = Surplus Off-Road Opt-In for NOx
SSFL = Santa Susanna Field Laboratory SWRCB = State Water Resource Control Board TMDL = Total maximum daily loads TSCA = Toxic Substances Control Act TX = Texas UDAQ = Utah Division of Air Quality U.S. = United States UT = Utah VAC = Virginia Administrative Code VA.R. = Virginia Register VDEQ = Virginia Department of Environmental Quality VOC = Volatile organic compound VPDES = Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System WFF = Wallops Flight Facility
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1.0 U.S. Federal Regulatory Review
Federal Register Summary
This summary includes FR items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Citation
Type Action
Description
FED120216-1 Air
NAAQS
11/28/2016 81 FR 85561 HTML | PDF
Notice U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Research and Development; Ambient Air Monitoring Reference and Equivalent Methods: Designation of One New Equivalent Method
Announces the following new equivalent method for monitoring ambient air concentrations of NO2 for compliance with certain NAAQS:
EQNA-1016-241, “Teledyne Advanced Pollution Instrumentation Model T200P chemiluminescence Nitrogen Oxides Analyzer”
FED120216-2 Air
NSPS
11/21/2016 81 FR 83160 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Revisions to Procedure 2-Quality Assurance Requirements for Particulate Matter Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems at Stationary Sources [40 CFR Part 60]
Direct final rule revises NSPS procedures for assessing the acceptability of PM CEMS. Also finalizes corrections to typographical errors. Effective 02/21/2017. Comments due 12/21/2016. [RIN 2060-AT15]
FED120216-3
NASA Centers and Programs should be aware of this action.
Air
ODS
12/01/2016 81 FR 86778 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: New Listings of Substitutes; Changes of Listing Status; and Reinterpretation of Unacceptability for Closed Cell Foam Products Under the Significant New Alternatives Policy Program; and Revision of Clean Air Act Section 608 Venting Prohibition for Propane [40 CFR Part 82]
Finalizes revisions to expand the list of acceptable substitutes, list as unacceptable, and change the status of several acceptability determinations for certain substances and blends in multiple end-use categories, including:
Foam blowing agents Fire suppression and explosion protection Refrigeration and air conditioning
Also finalizes the following narrowed use limits:
Space and aeronautics-related applications of certain spray and pour foam blowing agents through 12/31/2024
Human-rated spacecraft and related support equipment applications of HFC-134a and R-404A in centrifugal and positive displacement chillers beginning 01/01/2024
Effective 01/03/2017. [RIN 2060-AS80]
FED120216-4 Hazardous Material Transportation
11/21/2016 81 FR 83171 HTML | PDF
Notice U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Revisions to Transportation Safety Requirements and Compatibility With International Atomic Energy Agency Transportation Standards [10 CFR Part 71]
Solicits comments on potential revisions to regulations on packaging and transportation of radioactive material. Also announces availability of an issue paper discussing the potential revisions. Comments due 01/20/2017. [RIN 3150-AJ85]
FED120216-5 Natural Resources
11/21/2016 81 FR 83440 HTML | PDF
Notice U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Mitigation Policy
Announces availability of FWS's final mitigation policy, which provides a framework for minimizing adverse impacts of land and water development projects on wildlife, plants, and habitats. Effective 11/21/2016.
FED120216-6 Radiation 12/02/2016 81 FR 86906 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Miscellaneous Corrections [10 CFR Parts 2, 10, 26, 30, 40, 50, 55, 61, 63, 70-74, and 100]
Finalizes various non-substantive revisions, including correcting terminology, references, and typographical errors. Effective 12/30/2016. [RIN 3150-AJ87]
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Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Citation
Type Action
Description
FED120216-7 Renewable Fuels
11/22/2016 81 FR 83776 HTML | PDF
Proposed Rule
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Notice of Opportunity to Comment on Proposed Denial of Petitions for Rulemaking To Change the RFS Point of Obligation [40 CFR Part 80]
Proposes to deny requests for EPA to initiate a rulemaking process to reconsider RFS program regulations that identify refiners and importers of gasoline and diesel fuel as the entities responsible for complying with annual percentage standards. Comments due 01/23/2017.
Petitioners requested the point of obligation be shifted downstream to fuel distributors.
FED120216-8 Species 12/02/2016 81 FR 87246 HTML | PDF
Notice U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Review of Native Species That Are Candidates for Listing as Endangered or Threatened; Annual Notification of Findings on Resubmitted Petitions; Annual Description of Progress on Listing Actions [50 CFR Part 17]
Announces availability of an updated list and corresponding LPNs for U.S. plant and animal species considered as candidates for addition to the Lists of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants. Information collection is ongoing.
FED120216-9 Toxic Substances
12/01/2016 81 FR 86713 HTML | PDF
Notice
Meeting
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
New Chemicals Review Program Under the Amended Toxic Substances Control Act; Notice of Public Meeting and Opportunity for Public Comment
Announces a meeting to discuss the new chemical review process under TSCA. Meeting is scheduled for 12/14/2016 in Washington, D.C., and will be available via webinar.
FED120216-10 Toxic Substances
HBCD
11/28/2016 81 FR 85440 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Addition of Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) Category; Community Right-to-Know Toxic Chemical Release Reporting [40 CFR Part 372]
Finalizes the addition of HBCD to the list of chemicals subject to reporting under EPCRA Section 313 and PPA Section 6607. Effective 11/30/2016. [RIN 2025-AA42]
The addition of HBCD will apply for the reporting year beginning 01/01/2017.
FED120216-11 Toxic Substances
SNURs
11/28/2016 81 FR 85472 HTML | PDF
Proposed Rule
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Alkylpyrrolidones; Significant New Use Rule [40 CFR Part 721]
Proposes to establish SNURs for NEP and NiPP. Persons must notify EPA at least 90 days before manufacturing, importing, or processing any of these substances for use in activities designated in the rule as "significant new uses." Comments due 01/27/2017. [RIN 2070-AK09]
Proposed significant new uses would include all uses except ongoing uses as a reactant, in silicone seal remover, coatings, consumer and commercial paint primer, and adhesives.
FED120216-12 Waste 12/02/2016 81 FR 87003 HTML | PDF
Proposed Rule
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Revisions to Method 301: Field Validation of Pollutant Measurement Methods From Various Waste Media [40 CFR Part 63]
Proposes revisions to Method 301 to clarify applicability and make editorial and technical corrections. Comments due 01/31/2017. [RIN 2060-AT17]
FED120216-13 Waste
Hazardous Waste
11/28/2016 81 FR 85732 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule [40 CFR Parts 257-258, 260-268, 270-271, 273, and 279]
Finalizes revisions to the HW generator program, including:
Revising multiple definitions for classes of HW generators Adding provisions to allow certain classes of generators to retain
generator status following a single episodic event Revising satellite accumulation area provisions Revising record-keeping and reporting requirements Providing additional guidance for HW determinations Allowing certain transfers of HW Revising various marking and labeling requirements
Effective 05/30/2017. [RIN 2050-AG70]
A fact sheet and additional information is available on EPA's website.
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Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Citation
Type Action
Description
FED120216-14 Waste
Hazardous Waste
11/28/2016 81 FR 85696 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Hazardous Waste Export-Import Revisions [40 CFR Parts 260-267, 271 and 273]
Finalizes revisions to regulations for export and import of HW from and into the U.S., including:
Allowing electronic submission of export and import documents Allowing electronic validation of AES consent for shipments subject to
RCRA export requirements prior to export Aligning regulations with current OECD requirements
Effective 12/31/2016. [RIN 2050-AG77]
FED120216-15 Waste
Hazardous Waste
11/28/2016 81 FR 85459 HTML | PDF
Proposed Rule
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Internet Posting of and Confidentiality Determinations for Hazardous Waste Export and Import Documents [40 CFR Parts 260, 262, 264-265 and 267]
Proposes to require exporters and importers of HW from and into the U.S. to maintain a publicly accessible website containing documents related to the export, import, and transit of HW. Also proposes a confidentiality determination to exclude CBI claims. Comments due 01/27/2017. [RIN 2050-AG90]
Other News and Developments
EPA Releases Drinking Water Action Plan
On 30 November 2016, the United States (U.S.) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the release of a "Drinking Water Action Plan" that outlines guidance practices and suggestions to increase the reliability of drinking water. The plan reflects contributions received from multiple stakeholders, including states, government organizations, and drinking water utilities. The plan focuses on the following six priority areas:
Promote Equity and Build Capacity for Drinking Water Infrastructure Financing and Management in Disadvantaged, Small, and Environmental Justice Communities
Advance Next Generation Oversight for the Safe Drinking Water Act Strengthen Source Water Protection and Resilience of Drinking Water Supplies Take Action to Address Unregulated Contaminants Improve Transparency, Public Education, and Risk Communication on Drinking Water Safety Reduce Lead Risks though the Lead and Copper Rule
Additional information is available on EPA's website.
In conjunction with development of the plan, the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) completed a study on the science and technology for drinking water safety and provided recommendations in the PCAST report that align with the suggestions in EPA's plan.
Values of Fundamental Constants Updated
On 22 November 2016, the National Institute of Standards and Technology published updated values for fundamental constants in the Journal of Physical and Chemical Reference Data. The updated values were determined using two ytterbium atomic clocks that resulted in extremely stable and precise measurements. The precise measurements allow the fundamental constant values to be associated with base units, such as the meter, kilogram, second, ampere, kelvin, mole, and candela, in the International System of Units (that is, the Metric System). Defining the Metric System's base units in terms of fundamental constants will result in eliminating uncertainty from equations that describe the laws of nature.
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NCSE 2017 Annual Conference
The National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE) has scheduled the 2017 National Conference and Global Forum on Science, Policy, and the Environment for 24 through 26 January 2017 in Washington, D.C. The theme of the 2017 conference is "Integrating Environment and Health" and will include three main topics: Critical Current Issues, New Dimensions in Environmental Health, and Solutions-based Approaches. The conference agenda and registration information are available through NCSE's website.
EPA ECHO Webinar
As part of EPA's ongoing Enforcement and Compliance History Online (ECHO) webinar series, an "Introduction to ECHO Demonstration" webinar is scheduled for 14 February 2017. The webinar will provide an introduction to and basic demonstrations of the ECHO website and will be repeated quarterly. Registration is available through EPA's website.
NAEP 2017 Annual Conference
The National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) has scheduled the 2017 Annual Conference for 27 through 30 March 2017 in Durham, North Carolina. The conference will include presentations, case studies, and training that focus on navigating environmental regulations related to air and water resources, land management, and sustainability. The conference agenda and registration are available through NAEP's website.
AWWA 2017 Annual Conference and Exposition
The American Water Works Association (AWWA) has scheduled the Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE17): Uniting the World of Water for 11 through 14 June 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The conference will include presentations, workshops, and training covering a variety of water management topics, such as cost-benefit analyses, sustainable utilities, infrastructure and technology, and water conservation. Registration is available through AWWA's website.
NASA Regulatory Communication Working Group Updates
The next Regulatory Communication Working Group call will be held on Wednesday, 15 February 2017, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.
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2.0 State Regulatory Reviews
The following sections provide details about the regulatory actions reviewed for selected states in which NASA facilities and related operations are located.
Alabama State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Alabama.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
AL120216-1 Air
SIP - NO2
11/21/2016 81 FR 83142 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Air Plan Approval/Disapproval; AL Infrastructure Requirements for the 2010 1-Hour NO2 NAAQS [40 CFR Part 52]
Finalizes approval of SIP revisions related to infrastructure requirements for the 2010 1-hour NO2 NAAQS and disapproval of SIP provisions with
respect to state boards. Effective 12/21/2016.
California State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in California.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
CA120216-1 Air
Emissions
11/28/2016 ARB Website Notice
Meeting
California Air Resources Board
Public Meeting and Workshops on the Revised Proposed Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Strategy and Revised Draft Environmental Analysis
Announces availability of the Revised Proposed SLCP Reduction Strategy and Revised Draft EA, which detail actions and related impacts to reduce SLCP emissions over the next 15 years. Meeting is scheduled to begin 03/23/2017 in Sacramento, California. Workshops are scheduled for 12/15/2016 in Diamond Bar, California, and 12/16/2016 in Sacramento, California. Comments due 01/17/2017.
Black carbon, methane, and fluorinated gases are the main SLCPs targeted by the Revised Proposed Strategy. Additional information is available on ARB's website.
CA120216-2
SSFL should be aware of this action.
Emergency Planning
11/29/2016 81 FR 85993 HTML | PDF
Notice Federal Emergency Management Agency
Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
Finalizes revisions to flood hazard determinations for various locations, including Simi Valley, California. Effective 07/01/2016.
Flood hazard determinations are referenced when designating areas of varying flood risk. Revisions to these determinations have the potential to impact facilities' emergency response planning and preparation activities. The proposed map revisions would impact property near SSFL. Additional information is available on FEMA's website.
CA120216-3 Natural Resources
CEQA
11/10/2016 OPR Website Notice Office of Planning and Research
CEQA Guidelines Update [14 CCR 15126.2(a)]
Proposes amendments to CEQA guidelines that will require EIRs to analyze whether a project will exacerbate existing hazards.
CA120216-4 Occupational Safety
Machine Guarding
12/02/2016 CRNR 2016, 49z, p. 2077
Proposed Rule
Hearing
Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board
Underhung/Slung (Jump) Saw Guarding [8 CCR 4306]
Proposes amendments to guarding requirements for certain saws. Hearing is scheduled for 01/19/2017 in San Diego, California. Comments due 01/19/2017.
Additional information is available on OSHSB's website.
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State Agencies Jointly Release Long-Term Water Conservation Plan
On 30 November 2016, the Department of Water Resources, State Water Resource Control Board (SWRCB), California Energy Commission, Public Utilities Commission, and Department of Food and Agriculture released the draft plan "Making Water Conservation a California Way of Life, Implementing Executive Order B-37-16." As directed by Executive Order B-37-16, the draft plan provides a framework for long-term water conservation through eliminating water waste, strengthening local drought resilience, and improving efficiency of agricultural water use. Comments are due by 19 December 2016. Additional information is available on the SWRCB's website.
California Air Districts Regulatory Review
2.2.2.1 Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District
No regulatory items of interest were identified during this reporting period for the Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District.
2.2.2.2 Bay Area Air Quality Management District
No regulatory items of interest were identified during this reporting period for the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.
2.2.2.3 Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in the Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
CAE120216-1 Air
SIP
11/23/2016 EKAPCD Website
Notice Eastern Kern Air Pollution District
Rule 111, Breakdown Withdrawn from SIP
Announces the withdrawal of EKAPCD Rule 111 from SIP.
Rule 111 remains in the EKAPCD Rulebook and will continue to be enforced locally.
2.2.2.4 Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District
No regulatory items of interest were identified during this reporting period for the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District.
2.2.2.5 South Coast Air Quality Management District
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
CAS120216-1 Air
SIP - NOx
11/21/2016 81 FR 83154 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Revisions to the California State Implementation Plan; South Coast Air Quality Management District; Control of Oxides of Nitrogen Emissions from Off-Road Diesel Vehicles [40 CFR Part 52]
Finalizes approval of SCAQMD SIP revisions to incorporate Rule 2449, which includes the SOON Program to require off-road vehicle fleets to meet more stringent NOx reduction requirements when funding is provided
by SCAQMD. Effective 12/21/2016.
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2.2.2.6 Ventura County Air Pollution Control District
No regulatory items of interest were identified during this reporting period for the Ventura County Air Pollution Control District.
Florida State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Florida.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
FL120216-1 Air
SIP - NO2
11/23/2016 81 FR 84479 HTML | PDF
Final Rule U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Air Plan Approval; FL Infrastructure Requirements for the 2010 1-hour NO2 NAAQS [40 CFR Part 52]
Finalizes approval of SIP revisions related to infrastructure requirements for the 2010 1-hour NO2 NAAQS. Effective 12/23/2016.
FL120216-2 Water
Wastewater
11/22/2016 FAR Notice #18289367
Notice
Meeting
Department of Environmental Protection
Standards for Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems [Chapter 64E-6, F.A.C.]
Announces a series of meetings to discuss applications for variance from requirements of Chapter 64E-6, F.A.C., and to provide input on rule issues requested by the Technical Review and Advisory Panel. Meetings are scheduled to begin 02/02/2017 in Gainesville, Florida, and 03/02/2017 in Lecanto, Florida.
Louisiana State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Louisiana.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
LA120216-1 Air
SIP
11/22/2016 81 FR 83771 HTML | PDF
Proposed Rule
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Approval and Promulgation of Implementation Plans; Louisiana; Revisions to the New Source Review State Implementation Plan; Air Permit Procedure Revisions [40 CFR Part 52]
Proposes partial approval and partial disapproval of four revisions to the NSR SIP related to construction permit procedures contained in LAC 33:III, Chapter 5. Comments due 12/22/2016.
Maryland State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Maryland.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
MD120216-1 Air
SIP - VOC
11/28/2016 81 FR 85455 HTML | PDF
Proposed Rule
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Approval and Promulgation of Air Quality Implementation Plans; Maryland; New Regulations for Architectural and Industrial Maintenance Coatings [40 CFR Part 52]
Proposes to approve SIP revisions related to establishing VOC content limits and standards for AIM coatings. Comments due 12/28/2016.
Mississippi State Regulatory Review
No regulatory items of interest were identified during this reporting period for Mississippi.
New Mexico State Regulatory Review
No regulatory items of interest were identified during this reporting period for New Mexico.
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Ohio State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Ohio.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
OH120216-1 Air
Lead
11/30/2016 DAPC – What's New
Final Rule Division of Air Pollution Control, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Lead Emissions [OAC 3745-71]
Finalizes amendments to lead emission regulations, including updates to references and citations to align with federal regulations. Effective 12/10/2016.
OH120216-2
GRC should be aware of this action.
Air
SO2
11/29/2016 DAPC – What's New
Proposed Rule
Hearing
Division of Air Pollution Control, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Sulfur Dioxide Regulations [OAC 3745-18]
Proposes to amend SO2 emission regulations, including updating the
existing listed emission units and making editorial corrections. Hearing is scheduled for 01/06/2017 in Columbus, Ohio. Comments due 01/06/2017.
Proposed changes include emission units at GRC.
OH120216-3 Waste
Universal Waste
11/21/16 DMWM – Rules and Laws
Proposed Rule
Division of Materials and Waste Management, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Ohio Specific Universal Waste Rules [OAC 3745-50, 3745-51, 3745-54, 3745-65, 3745-270, and 3745-273]
Proposes revisions to Universal Waste rules, including the addition of hazardous non-empty aerosol cans, hazardous antifreeze, and hazardous paint/paint-related wastes to the list of universal wastes. Comments due 12/21/2016.
Texas State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Texas.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
TX120216-1 Airspace 12/01/2016 81 FR 86570 HTML | PDF
Final Rule Federal Aviation Administration
Amendment of Class C Airspace; El Paso International Airport, TX [14 CFR Part 71]
Finalizes amendments to the Class C airspace around the El Paso International Airport in El Paso, Texas. Also finalizes the removal of the West Texas Airport from the Class C airspace description. Effective 02/02/2017. [RIN 2120-AA66]
Utah State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Utah.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
UT120216-1 Air 12/01/2016 UDAQ Website
Notice
Meeting
Utah Department of Environmental Quality: Division of Air Quality
Employer Based Trip Reduction Symposium
Announces an Employer-Based Trip Reduction Symposium to highlight carpooling strategies that employers can voluntarily implement. Symposium is scheduled for 01/11/2017 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
UT120216-2 Water
Water Quality
12/01/2016 UT Bull. Vol 2016-23, p.49
Proposed Rule
Utah Department of Environmental Quality; Division of Water Quality
Definitions and General Requirements [R317-1]
Proposes provisions to allow the Division to initiate an independent scientific review when addressing issues potentially viewed as controversial or precedent setting. Comments due 01/03/2017.
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Virginia State Regulatory Review
This summary includes items that were reviewed for potential impacts to NASA-related operations in Virginia.
Tracking Number
Subject Date
Published Ref. Page
Type Action
Description
VA120216-1 Cultural Resources
11/28/2016 33:7 VA.R. 740-742
Final Rule Board for Historic Resources, Virginia Department of Historic Resources
Evaluation Criteria and Procedures for Designations by the Board of Historic Resources [17VAC5-30]
Finalizes the following amendments, which address the process of owner objection to designation of properties by the Board of Historic Resources for inclusion in the Virginia Landmarks Register:
Clarifies that written notification of the proposed designation and written notification of the public hearing will be sent to property owners within 90 days prior to the official land recordation or tax records
Requires property owners to submit their formal objections 7 days prior to the board meeting
Requires the objection letter to be notarized, attested, and refer to the property by address or parcel number or both
Requires an objecting party not listed on the official land or tax records to submit a copy of the recorded deed as evidence of transfer of ownership, notarized and attested
Provides formal designations to be reconsidered at a subsequent board meeting if the director receives a written, attested, and notarized statement that there is no longer an objection at least 30 days prior to the board meeting.
Effective 12/29/2016.
VA120216-2
WFF should be aware of this action.
Natural Resources
Coastal Zone Management
11/22/2016 VDEQ Website
Notice Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
Federal Consistency Determination
Solicits comments on VDEQ's review of the U.S. Navy's proposal to install and operate an AN/SPY-6 Air and Missile Defense Radar System in Building V-003 at WFF. Comments due 12/20/2016.
VA120216-3
WFF should be aware of this action.
Natural Resources
Coastal Zone Management
11/18/2016 VDEQ Website
Notice Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
Federal Consistency Determination
Solicits comments on VDEQ's review of the U.S. Navy's proposal for the operation and maintenance of the MQ-4C Unmanned Aircraft System at WFF. Comments due 12/16/2016.
VA120216-4 Water
Groundwater
11/21/2016 Virginia Town Hall Website
Notice
Meeting
State Water Control Board, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
Evaluation of Existing Design Specifications for Best Management Practices in Areas with Seasonal High Groundwater Table
Announces a meeting to discuss the evaluation of existing design specifications for BMPs in areas with a seasonal high groundwater table. Meeting scheduled for 12/9/2016 in Glen Allen, Virginia.
VA120216-5 Water
TMDLs
11/22/2016 Virginia Town Hall Website
Notice Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
Virginia Stormwater Management Program [9VAC25-780], General VPDES Permit for Discharges of Stormwater from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems [9VAC25-890]
Announces availability of the revised guidance document, “Guidance Memo GM-16-2006, TMDL Action Planning for Local TMDLs as Required in the Small MS4 General Permit (VAR04) and MS4 Individual Permits.” Effective 11/21/2016.