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Report on DOT Significant Rulemakings

Table of Contents

Federal Aviation Administration

1. Safe, Efficient Use and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace

2. Aging Aircraft Program (Widespread Fatigue Damage)

3. Commuter Operations in Very Light Jets (VLJs)

4. Re-registration and Renewal of Aircraft Registration

5. Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Equipage Mandate To Support Air Traffic Control Service

6. Qualification, Service, and Use of Crewmembers and Aircraft Dispatchers

7. Safety Management Systems (SMS)

8. Pilot-in-Command Proficiency Check in Single-Piloted Turbojet Airplanes

9. Certification of Turbojets

10. Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions

11. Flightcrew Alerting (Formerly Warning, Caution and Advisory Lights)

12. Restrictions on Operators Employing Former Flight Standards Service Aviation Safety Inspectors

13. Airport Safety Management System

14. Photo Requirements for Pilot Certificates

15. Part 121 - Activation of Ice Protection

16. Part 129 Operations Specifications

17. Fatigue Tolerance Evaluation of Metallic Structures

18. Air Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments

19. Flight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements

20. Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS)

21. Repair Stations

22. New Pilot Certification Requirements for Air Carrier Operations

23. Overflight Fees

24. Prohibition Against Certain Flights Within the Teritory and Airspace of Afghanistan

25. Requirement for wildlife assessments at certificated airports

26. Part 121 Exiting Icing Conditions

Federal Highway Administration

27. Real-Time System Management Information Program

28. National Tunnel Inspection Standards

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

29. Unified Registration System

30. Application by Certain Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers to Operate Beyond U.S. Municipalities and Commercial Zones on the U.S.-Mexico Border

31. Safety Monitoring System and Compliance Initiative for Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers Operating in the United States

32. Certification of Safety Auditors, Safety Investigators, and Safety Inspectors

33. Limitations on the Issuance of Commercial Driver Licenses with a Hazardous Materials Endorsement

34. Brokers of Household Goods Transportation by Motor Vehicle

35. Qualifications of Drivers; Diabetes Standard

36. National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners

37. Consumer Complaint Information

38. Commercial Driver's License Testing and Commercial Learner's Permit Standards

39. Minimum Training Requirements for Entry Level Commercial Motor Vehicle Operations

40. Carrier Safety Fitness Determination

41. New Entrant Safety Assurance Process: Implementation of Section 210(b) of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999

42. CMV Driver Positive Controlled Substances and Alcohol Test Results Database

43. Fees for Unified Carrier Registration Plan and Agreement

44. Electronic On-Board Recorders and Hours of Service Supporting Documents

45. Cargo Insurance for Property Loss or Damage

46. Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles: Limiting the Use of Wireless Communication Devices

47. Hours of Service

48. Drivers of Commercial Vehicles: Restricting the Use of Cellular Phones

Federal Railroad Administration

49. Roadway Worker Protection; Adjacent-Track On-Track Safety

50. Positive Train Control

51. Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing for Maintenance-of-Way Employees

52. Risk Reduction Program

53. Hours of Service - Passenger Train Employees

54. Restriction of Improper Use of Cellular Telephones and Other Electronic and Electrical Devices

Federal Transit Administration

55. Major Capital Investment Projects

Maritime Administration

56. Foreign Reconstruction and Rebuild Determinations

57. Regulations To Be Followed by All Departments, Agencies and Shippers Having Responsibility To Provide a Preference for U.S.-Flag Vessels in the Shipment of Cargoes on Ocean Vessels.

58. Cargo Preference - Compromise, Assessment, Mitigation, Settlement & Collection of Civil Penalties

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

59. FMVSS 213, Addition of 10-year old test dummy

60. Ejection Mitigation

61. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, Rearview Mirrors

62. Passenger Car and Light Truck Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards MYs 2012-2016

63. FMVSS No. 118 Automatic Reversal Systems

64. Require Installation of Seat Belts on Motorcoaches, FMVSS No. 208

65. Vehicle Labeling - Fuel Economy, Greenhouse Gas and Other Emissions

66. Commercial Medium- and Heavy-Duty On-Highway Vehicles and Work Truck Fuel Efficiency Standards

67. Consumer Information of Fuel Economy, Emissions and Alternative Fuel Usage

Office of the Secretary

68. Accessibility of Passenger Vessels to Individuals with Disabilities

69. Aviation Data Requirements Review and Modernization Program

70. Protection of Sensitive Security Information

71. Prioritization and Allocation Authority Exercised By the Secretary of Transportation Under the Defense Production Act

72. NPRM On the Use of the Seat-Strapping Method for Carrying a Wheelchair on an Aircraft

73. Stowage of Wheelchairs, other mobility Aids and other Assistive Devices

74. Accessibility of Airports

75. Enhancing Airline Passenger Protections - Part 2

76. Carrier-Supplied Medical Oxygen, Service Animals, and Accessibility of Carrier Websites, Kiosks, and In-Flight Entertainment Systems

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

77. Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Storage of Explosives During Transportation

78. Hazardous Materials: Enforcement Regulations

79. Hazardous Materials: Risk-Based Adjustment of Transportation Security Plan Requirements

80. Hazardous Materials; Combination Packages Containing Liquids Intended for Transport by Aircraft

81. Pipeline Safety: Completing regulation of hazardous liquid pipelines operating at low stress

82. Hazardous Materials: Bulk Loading and Unloading Operations

83. Hazardous Materials: Revisions to Requirements for the Transportation of Lithium Batteries

84. Hazardous Materials: Safety Requirements for External Product Piping on Cargo Tanks Transporting Flammable Liquids (Wetlines)



Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Aviation Administration
1. 
Safe, Efficient Use and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace Red
Popular Title: Safe Efficient Navigable Airspace
RIN 2120-AH31
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication date 6/13/2006; End of Comment Period 9/11/2006.
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations governing objects that may affect the navigable airspace. These rules have not been revised in several decades, and the FAA has determined it is necessary to update the regulations, incorporate case law and legislative action, and simplify the rule language. These changes will improve safety and promote the efficient use of the National Airspace System.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/03/1988
Docket Number: FAA-2006-25002
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 10/01/2009    10/01/2009 
To OMB 11/02/2009  02/22/2010  02/16/2010 
OMB Clearance 02/01/2010  05/17/2010   
Publication Date 02/16/2010  06/01/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
2. 
Aging Aircraft Program (Widespread Fatigue Damage) Red
Popular Title: Aging Aircraft Widespread Fatigue
RIN 2120-AI05
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 4/18/2006; End of Comment Period 7/17/2006; Extended Comment Period 7/17/2006; End of Extended Comment Period 9/18/2006.
Abstract: This rulemaking would require design approval holders to establish limits of validity (LOVs) of the engineering data that support the maintenance programs for certain transport category airplanes, and it would require them to determine if maintenance actions are needed to prevent widespread fatigue damage before an airplane reaches its LOV. This rulemaking would require operators of any affected airplane to incorporate the LOV into the airworthiness limitations section of the instructions for continued airworthiness. This rulemaking would also prohibit operation of an affected airplane beyond the LOV, unless an operator has incorporated an extended LOV and any necessary service information into its maintenance program.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/14/2004
Docket Number: FAA-2006-24281
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 05/14/2007  12/08/2009  12/30/2009 
To OMB 06/20/2007  05/16/2010  05/05/2010 
OMB Clearance 09/20/2007  08/16/2010   
Publication Date 09/28/2007  09/02/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
3. 
Commuter Operations in Very Light Jets (VLJs) Black
Popular Title: VLJ
RIN 2120-AI84
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a rule to allow passenger-carrying commuter operations to be conducted under the provisions of part 135 using multiengine turbojets, certificated under either part 23 or part 25, configured with 9 or fewer passenger seats. The rulemaking would allow multiengine turbojet operators to provide commuter service to the traveling public, thus accommodating new techonologies and a new generation of turbojet airplanes that otherwise would not be allowed in part 135 commuter service. Since 1995, turbojets used in scheduled operations must operate under the provisions of part 121. This current rulemaking resulted, in part, from recommendations from the Aviation Rulemaking Committee for parts 14 CFR 135/125 and covers pilot crew, equipment, training, and dispatch requirements for the safe operation of this new generation airplane. An earlier internet report listed this item as an NPRM with a scheduled publication date of 10/20/09. FAA is now reconsidering what action to take with respect to this rulemaking.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/15/2006
Docket Number:
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Federal Aviation Administration
4. 
Re-registration and Renewal of Aircraft Registration Red
Popular Title: Re-registration & Renewal of Aircraft Registration
RIN 2120-AI89
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 2/28/2008; End of Comment Period 8/28/2008
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend requirements concerning the registration of aircraft. The rulemaking is based on the need to increase and maintain the accuracy of aircraft registration information in the Civil Aviation Registry. This rulemaking would ensure aircraft owners periodically provide information regarding changes in registration. The rulemaking would respond to the concerns of law enforcement and other government agencies and would provide more accurate, up-to-date aircraft registration information to all users of the Civil Aviation Registry database.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/30/2004
Docket Number: FAA-2008-0188
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 05/11/2009  05/28/2009  05/29/2009 
Returned to Mode     07/10/2009 
Resubmitted to OST     08/13/2009 
Resubmitted to OST/2     09/18/2009 
Returned to Mode/2     10/08/2009 
Resubmitted to OST/3   01/15/2010  01/22/2010 
To OMB 06/11/2009  03/05/2010  03/19/2010 
OMB Clearance 09/11/2009  06/21/2010   
Publication Date 09/25/2009  06/30/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
5. 
Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Equipage Mandate To Support Air Traffic Control Service Red
Popular Title: ADS-B
RIN 2120-AI92
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 10/05/2007; End of Comment Period 11/19/07; Comment Period Extended 01/03/2008; End of Extended Comment Period 03/03/2008.
Abstract: This rulemaking would add equipage requirements and performance standards for Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out avionics on aircraft operating in specified classes of airspace within the U.S. National Airspace System. This action facilitates the use of ADS-B for aircraft surveillance by FAA and Department of Defense (DOD) air traffic controllers to safely and efficiently accommodate aircraft operations and the expected increase in demand for air transportation. This rule would also provide aircraft operators with a platform for additional flight applications and services.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Unfunded Mandate
Regulatory Flexibility Act
EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/26/2006
Docket Number: FAA-2007-29305
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 12/14/2009    12/14/2009 
To OMB 01/14/2010  02/15/2010  02/12/2010 
OMB Clearance 04/14/2010  05/12/2010   
Publication Date 04/28/2010  05/28/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
6. 
Qualification, Service, and Use of Crewmembers and Aircraft Dispatchers Red
Popular Title: Part 121, Subparts N and O
RIN 2120-AJ00
Stage: SNPRM
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 01/12/2009;End of Comment Period 05/12/2009;Extension of Comment Period 04/20/2009;End of Extension of Comment Period 08/10/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations for crewmember and dispatcher training programs in domestic, flag, and supplemental operations. The rulemaking would enhance traditional training programs by requiring the use of flight simulation training devices for flight crewmembers and including additional training requirements in areas that are critical to safety. The rulemaking would also reorganize and revise the qualification and training requirements. The changes are intended to contribute significantly to reducing aviation accidents.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Information Collection
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/12/1999
Docket Number: FAA-2008-0677
Dates for SNPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/26/2010  05/27/2010   
To OMB 03/12/2010  06/28/2010   
OMB Clearance 04/09/2010  09/28/2010   
Publication Date 04/20/2010  10/12/2010   
End of Comment Period 06/21/2010  12/13/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for SNPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
7. 
Safety Management Systems (SMS) Black
Popular Title: SMS
RIN 2120-AJ15
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 7/23/2009; End of Comment Period 10/21/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would require a Safety Management System (SMS) for FAA certificate holders, certain product manufacturers, applicants, and employers. This action is being taken to further enhance the practice of managing safety, conducting risk and system assessments and analysis, undertaking preventive and corrective actions, and creating a safety culture. The intended effect of this action would make the United States compliant with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) annexes.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/25/2007
Docket Number: FAA-2009-0671
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Federal Aviation Administration
8. 
Pilot-in-Command Proficiency Check in Single-Piloted Turbojet Airplanes Black
Popular Title: PIC Proficiency
RIN 2120-AJ18
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 08/31/2009; End of Comment Period 11/30/2009
Abstract: This rulemaking would require proficiency checks for pilots in command (PIC) of single-piloted turbojet powered airplanes, allow pilot schools to use Internet-based training without requiring schools to have a physical ground training facility, allow pilot schools and provisional pilot schools to apply for a combined private pilot certification and instrument rating course, and revise the definitions of "complex airplane" and "high performance airplane." FAA believes these actions are necessary to respond to changes in the aviation industry and to avoid imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens. The intended effect of this rulemaking would be to ensure flight crewmembers have the training and qualifications necessary to operate aircraft safely.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/24/2007
Docket Number: FAA-2008-0938
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 11/06/2010     
To OMB 12/08/2010     
OMB Clearance 03/09/2011     
Publication Date 03/24/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
9. 
Certification of Turbojets Black
Popular Title: Turbojets
RIN 2120-AJ22
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 8/17/2009; End of Comment Period 11/16/2009; Extension of Comment Period 11/16/2009; End of Extended Comment Period 12/16/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would address certification and operational issues surrounding the introduction of light jets. This action is necessary to standardize certification requirements and consolidate these requirements into one location. The intent is to ensure the same standards apply to all light jets.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/02/2008
Docket Number: FAA-2009-0738
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/11/2011     
To OMB 03/11/2011     
OMB Clearance 06/13/2011     
Publication Date 06/27/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
10. 
Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions Red
Popular Title: Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions
RIN 2120-AJ34
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards applicable to transport category airplanes certificated for flight in icing conditions and the icing airworthiness standards applicable to aircraft engines. The rulemaking would improve safety by taking into account supercooled large drop icing conditions for transport category airplanes most affected by supercooled large drop icing conditions. The rulemaking would also include mixed phase and ice crystal conditions for all transport category airplanes, and supercooled large drop, mixed phase, and ice crystal icing conditions for all turbine engines. This rulemaking is the result of information gathered from a review of icing accidents and incidents, and is intended to improve the level of safety for new airplane and engine designs for operations in icing conditions.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/04/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 12/15/2009  02/16/2010  02/05/2010 
To OMB 01/15/2010  03/08/2010  03/19/2010 
OMB Clearance 04/15/2010  06/21/2010   
Publication Date 04/29/2010  06/30/2010   
End of Comment Period 07/29/2010  09/30/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
11. 
Flightcrew Alerting (Formerly Warning, Caution and Advisory Lights) Green
Popular Title: Flightcrew Alerting
RIN 2120-AJ35
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 7/09/2009; End of Comment Period 9/08/09; Reopening of Comment Period 9/16/2009; End of Reopened Comment Period 10/1/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes regarding definitions, prioritization, color requirements, and performance. These changes would update the latest technology and functionality concerning flightcrew alerting. This rulemaking is necessary to add additional alerting functions and to consolidate and standardize definitions and regulations for flightcrew warning, caution, and advisory systems.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/26/2000
Docket Number: FAA-2008-1292
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 08/24/2010     
To OMB 09/27/2010     
OMB Clearance 12/27/2010     
Publication Date 01/14/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
12. 
Restrictions on Operators Employing Former Flight Standards Service Aviation Safety Inspectors Yellow
Popular Title: Post Employment Restrictions
RIN 2120-AJ36
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 11/20/2009; End of Comment Period 02/18/2010
Abstract: This rulemaking would prohibit a certificate holder from employing or contracting with a former Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) or other person with certificate holder oversight responsibilities to act as an agent or to represent that certificate holder in any matter before the FAA. This restriction would apply if the person, in the proceeding two year period, has (a) served as, or was responsible for oversight of, a Flight Standards Service ASI; and (b) had the responsibility to inspect, or oversee the inspection of, the operations of the certificate holder. The rulemaking would enhance the FAA´s ability to properly perform its safety mission and to ensure that every passenger can have complete confidence in the integrity of the programs and operations administered by the FAA.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/16/2008
Docket Number: FAA-2008-1154
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 03/17/2009  04/01/2009  04/01/2009 
Returned to Mode     04/29/2009 
Resubmitted to OST/2   06/12/2009  06/23/2009 
To OMB 04/17/2009  07/13/2009  07/29/2009 
OMB Clearance 07/17/2009  10/29/2009  10/28/2009 
Publication Date 07/31/2009  11/12/2009  11/20/2009 
End of Comment Period 08/31/2009  12/12/2009  02/18/2010 
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 74 FR 60218


Federal Aviation Administration
13. 
Airport Safety Management System Yellow
Popular Title: Airport SMS
RIN 2120-AJ38
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would require airport operators to institute a safety management system at their airports. This action is necessary to improve safety through conformance with best practices in risk management and promote international harmonization with ICAO standards. The rule is intended to facilitate integration of formal risk management processes within the airport´s day-to-day operations.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Peer Review
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/22/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/17/2010  04/27/2010  04/27/2010 
To OMB 03/18/2010  05/27/2010   
OMB Clearance 06/18/2010  08/27/2010   
Publication Date 07/02/2010  09/09/2010   
End of Comment Period 10/04/2010  12/09/2010   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
14. 
Photo Requirements for Pilot Certificates Red
Popular Title: Photo Requirements
RIN 2120-AJ42
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would require digital photos on all pilot certificates. This action is necessary to update regulations about pilot plastic certificates. The intended effect of this action is to meet all requirements of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/30/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 08/24/2009  03/16/2010  03/10/2010 
To OMB 09/24/2009  06/12/2010   
OMB Clearance 12/24/2009  09/12/2010   
Publication Date 01/15/2010  09/29/2010   
End of Comment Period 04/15/2010  12/27/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
15. 
Part 121 - Activation of Ice Protection Green
Popular Title: Part 121 - Ice Protection
RIN 2120-AJ43
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 11/23/2009; End of Comment Period 02/22/2010
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations applicable to operators of certain airplanes used in air carrier service and certificated for flight in icing conditions. The standards would require either the installation of ice detection equipment or changes to the Airplane Flight Manual to ensure timely activation of the airframe ice protection system. This regulation is the result of information gathered from a review of icing accidents and incidents, and it is intended to improve the level of safety when airplanes are operated in icing conditions.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/08/1997
Docket Number: FAA-2009-0675
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 01/03/2011     
To OMB 02/10/2011     
OMB Clearance 05/10/2011     
Publication Date 05/27/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Aviation Administration
16. 
Part 129 Operations Specifications Red
Popular Title: Part 129 Ops Specs
RIN 2120-AJ45
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would clarify and standardize the rules for application, amendment, suspension or revocation of operations specifications issued to foreign air carriers operating in the United States. This action is necessary to update our processes for Operations Specifications. The intent of this action is to permit operations specifications to be easily revised and updated to meet international standards and the changing aviation environment.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: International Agreement
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/02/2004
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/22/2009  08/24/2009  08/25/2009 
Returned to Mode     09/29/2009 
Resubmitted to OST   11/03/2009  11/03/2009 
Resubmitted to OST/2     12/16/2009 
To OMB 08/24/2009  01/22/2010  01/22/2010 
OMB Clearance 11/24/2009  04/22/2010  04/26/2010 
Publication Date 12/08/2009  05/17/2010   
End of Comment Period 03/08/2010  08/17/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
17. 
Fatigue Tolerance Evaluation of Metallic Structures Yellow
Popular Title: Fatigue Tolerance Evaluation of Metallic Structure
RIN 2120-AJ51
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would address advances in the fatigue tolerance evaluation safety requirements for transport category metallic structures. This action is necessary to avoid or reduce catastrophic fatigue failures. The intended effect is increased safety requirements and harmonization with international standards.
Effects:
  Information Collection
EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/31/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 09/08/2009    09/15/2009 
To OMB 10/08/2009  11/25/2009  11/25/2009 
OMB Clearance 01/07/2010  02/25/2010  02/25/2010 
Publication Date 01/21/2010  03/08/2010  03/12/2010 
End of Comment Period 03/21/2010  05/08/2010  06/10/2010 
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 75 FR 11799


Federal Aviation Administration
18. 
Air Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments Red
Popular Title: Helicopter Safety Initiatives and Misc Amendments
RIN 2120-AJ53
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would change equipment and operating requirements for commercial helicopter operations, including many specifically for helicopter air ambulance operations. This rulemaking is necessary to increase crew, passenger, and patient safety. The intended effect is to implement the National Transportation Safety Board, Aviation Rulemaking Committee, and internal FAA recommendations.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/15/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 01/29/2010  03/12/2010  03/03/2010 
To OMB 03/01/2010  06/06/2010   
OMB Clearance 06/01/2010  09/06/2010   
Publication Date 06/09/2010  09/22/2010   
End of Comment Period 09/09/2010  12/22/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
19. 
Flight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements Red
Popular Title: Flight/Duty/Rest Requirements
RIN 2120-AJ58
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish one set of flight time limitations, duty period limits, and rest requirements for pilots. The rulemaking is necessary to ensure that pilots have the opportunity to obtain sufficient rest to perform their duties. The objective of the rule is to contribute to and to improve aviation safety. This rulemaking is related to the following: an NPRM (RIN 2120-AF63), and a Withdrawal (RIN 2120-AI93).
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/24/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 11/19/2009  02/17/2010  02/17/2010 
To OMB 11/24/2009  06/03/2010   
OMB Clearance 12/24/2009  09/02/2010   
Publication Date 12/31/2009  09/14/2010   
End of Comment Period 04/30/2010  11/15/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
20. 
Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Green
Popular Title: Small Unmanned Aircraft
RIN 2120-AJ60
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would enable small unmanned aircraft to safely operate in limited portions of the national airspace system (NAS). This action is necessary because it addresses the novel legal or policy issues about the minimum safety parameters for operating recreational remote control model and toy aircraft in the NAS. The intended effect of this action is to develop requirements and standards to ensure that risks are adequately mitigated, such that, safety is maintained for the entire aviation community.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/28/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 01/24/2011     
To OMB 02/03/2011     
OMB Clearance 03/07/2011     
Publication Date 03/10/2011     
End of Comment Period 07/14/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
21. 
Repair Stations Green
Popular Title: Repair Stations
RIN 2120-AJ61
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would update and revise the regulations for repair stations. The action is necessary because many portions of the current regulations do not reflect current repair station business practices, aircraft maintenance practices, or advances in aircraft technology.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Federalism
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/26/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/09/2010     
To OMB 08/09/2010     
OMB Clearance 11/08/2010     
Publication Date 11/29/2010     
End of Comment Period 02/22/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
22. 
New Pilot Certification Requirements for Air Carrier Operations Green
Popular Title: New Pilot Certification
RIN 2120-AJ67
Stage: ANPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would gather information on whether current eligibility, training, and qualification requirements are adequate for pilots engaged in part 121 and part 135 operations. This action is necessary because recent airline accidents and incidents have brought considerable attention to the experience level and training of air carrier flight crews. The FAA would use the gathered information to determine the necessity of creating new eligibility, training, and qualification regulations for flight crews and the changes the new regulations might include.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/20/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for ANPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 01/14/2010  01/14/2010  01/14/2010 
To OMB 01/25/2010  02/02/2010  02/02/2010 
OMB Clearance 02/08/2010  02/16/2010  02/03/2010 
Publication Date 02/12/2010  02/18/2010  02/08/2010 
End of Comment Period 06/14/2010    04/09/2010 
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for ANPRM: 75 FR 6164


Federal Aviation Administration
23. 
Overflight Fees Yellow
Popular Title: Overflight Fees
RIN 2120-AJ68
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would adjust existing overflight fees by using current FAA cost accounting data and air traffic activity data. This action is necessary because operational costs for providing air traffic control and related services for overflights have increased steadily since they were established in 2001.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/09/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 03/12/2010  05/10/2010   
To OMB 04/12/2010  06/10/2010   
OMB Clearance 07/12/2010  09/10/2010   
Publication Date 07/20/2010  09/24/2010   
End of Comment Period 10/18/2010  12/27/2010   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
24. 
Prohibition Against Certain Flights Within the Teritory and Airspace of Afghanistan Green
Popular Title: Afghan SFAR
RIN 2120-AJ69
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would prohibit flight operations below flight level (FL) 160 within the territory and airspace of Afghanistan by all: U.S. air carriers; U.S. commercial operators; persons exercising the privileges of a U.S. airman certificate, except if the flight is on behalf of a foreign air carrier; and operators of U.S.-registered aircraft, except when such operators are foreign air carriers. The FAA finds this action necessary to prevent a potential hazard to persons and aircraft engaged in such flight operations.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/08/2010
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/20/2010    04/19/2010 
To OMB 05/21/2010     
OMB Clearance 08/19/2010     
Publication Date 08/26/2010     
End of Comment Period 09/10/2010     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
25. 
Requirement for wildlife assessments at certificated airports Green
Popular Title: Wildlife Hazard Assessment (WHA)
RIN 2120-AJ71
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would mandate a Wildlife Hazard Assessment (scientific evaluation of wildlife populations and their attractants) for certificated airports. This rulemaking would also require periodic completion of a wildlife hazard assessment, or continuous wildlife monitoring as an alternative to the assessment, and clarify requirements for those conducting an assessment. This rulemaking is intended to decrease direct hazards (animals striking aircraft) and indirect hazards (animal burrowing and nesting in or near aircraft or aircraft operations areas).
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/02/2010
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/15/2011     
To OMB 03/17/2011     
OMB Clearance 06/14/2011     
Publication Date 06/24/2011     
End of Comment Period 09/22/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Aviation Administration
26. 
Part 121 Exiting Icing Conditions Green
Popular Title: Exiting Icing Conditions
RIN 2120-AJ74
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would require detection of ice formation behind the airframe ice protection system and, upon detection, would require the pilot to exit icing conditions. If adopted, this rule would apply to aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight of less than 60,000 pounds. This rulemaking is based on recommendations from an Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee working group after reviewing certain accidents and incidents. The intended effect of this action is to avoid similar accidents and incidents in the future.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/22/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 06/16/2011     
To OMB 07/18/2011     
OMB Clearance 10/18/2011     
Publication Date 11/02/2011     
End of Comment Period 01/03/2012     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Highway Administration
Federal Highway Administration
27. 
Real-Time System Management Information Program Red
Popular Title: Real-Time Management
RIN 2125-AF19
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 1/14/2009; End of Comment Period 4/14/2009.
Abstract: This action would establish a real-time system management information program to provide, in all States, the capability to monitor, in real-time, the traffic and travel conditions of the major highways of the United States. Section 1201 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) provides that the purpose of this program would be to improve the security of the surface transportation system, to address the congestion problems facing motorists, to support improved response to weather events and surface transportation incidents and to facilitate national and regional highway traveler information.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/31/2006
Docket Number: FHWA-2006-24219
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 08/28/2009  02/02/2010  02/02/2010 
To OMB 09/28/2009  06/02/2010   
OMB Clearance 12/28/2009  09/02/2010   
Publication Date 01/04/2010  09/09/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Highway Administration
28. 
National Tunnel Inspection Standards Green
Popular Title: Tunnel Inspection
RIN 2125-AF24
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 11/18/08; End of Comment Period 2/17/09.
Abstract: This rulemaking would revise 23 CFR Part 650 -- Bridges, Structures, and Hydraulics, by adding the National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS) under Subpart E. We anticipate that the NTIS may be modeled after the existing National Bridge Inspection Standards and may include requirements for, among other things, inspection procedures, the qualifications and training of inspectors, and a National Tunnel Inventory.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/30/2008
Docket Number: FHWA-2008-0038
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/22/2010  01/26/2010  01/06/2010 
To OMB 03/22/2010  04/08/2010  04/14/2010 
OMB Clearance 06/22/2010  07/10/2010   
Publication Date 07/23/2010  07/17/2010   
End of Comment Period 09/23/2010  09/19/2010   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
29. 
Unified Registration System Red
Popular Title: URS
RIN 2126-AA22
Stage: SNPRM
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 8/26/96; End of Comment Period 10/25/96. NPRM: Publication Date 05/19/2005;End of Comment Period 08/17/2005.
Abstract: This rulemaking would replace three current identification and registration systems: the US DOT number identification system, the commercial registration system, and the financial responsibility system, with an online Federal unified registration system (URS). This program would serve as a clearinghouse and depository of information on, and identification of, brokers, freight forwarders, and others required to register with the Department of Transportation. The Agency is revising this rulemaking to address amendments directed by SAFETEA-LU. The replacement system for the Single State Registration System, which the ICC Termination Act originally directed be merged under URS, will be addressed separately. The cargo insurance portion of this rulemaking has been split off into RIN 2126-AB21.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Information Collection
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 08/10/2006
FR 01/01/1998 URS original rule had statutory deadline for FR. Now also have SAFETEA-LU statutory changes and deadline as well. : 01/01/1998
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/01/1996
Docket Number: FMCSA-97-2349
Dates for SNPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/02/2007  06/28/2010   
To OMB 03/08/2007  07/30/2010   
OMB Clearance 06/08/2007  10/30/2010   
Publication Date 06/29/2007  11/12/2010   
End of Comment Period 09/28/2007  01/12/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Lack of resources
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for SNPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
30. 
Application by Certain Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers to Operate Beyond U.S. Municipalities and Commercial Zones on the U.S.-Mexico Border Red
Popular Title: Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers
RIN 2126-AA34
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 05/03/2001; End of Comment Period 07/02/2001. Interim Final Rule: Publication Date 03/19/2002; End of Comment Period 04/18/2002.
Abstract: This rulemaking would change FMCSA regulations to govern applications by Mexican carriers to operate beyond municipalities and commercial zones at the United State-Mexico border. It would also revise the application form, OP-1MX, to be filed by these Mexican motor carriers. The revised form would require additional information about the applicant´s business and operating practices to allow the FMCSA to determine if the applicant can meet the safety standards established for operating in interstate commerce in the United States. Carriers that had previously submitted an application would have to submit the updated form. These changes are needed to implement part of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). On January 16, 2003, the Ninth Circuit Court remanded this rule, along with two other NAFTA-related rules, to the agency, requiring a full environmental impact statement and an analysis required by the Clean Air Act. On June 7, 2004, the Supreme Court reversed the Ninth Circuit and remanded the case, holding that FMCSA is not required to prepare the environmental documents as ruled by the Ninth Circuit. FMCSA originally planned to publish a final rule by November 20, 2003. FMCSA will determine the next steps to be taken after enactment of any pending legislation authorizing cross border trucking.
Effects:
  Information Collection
NAFTA
Prompting action: International Agreement
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/07/2001
Docket Number: FMCSA-98-3298
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
31. 
Safety Monitoring System and Compliance Initiative for Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers Operating in the United States Red
Popular Title: Safety Monitoring
RIN 2126-AA35
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 05/03/2001; End of Comment Period 07/02/2001. Interim Final Rule: Publication Date 03/19/2002; End of Comment Period 04/18/2002.
Abstract: This rule would implement a safety monitoring system and compliance initiative designed to evaluate the continuing safety fitness of all Mexico-domiciled carriers within 18 months after receiving a provisional Certificate of Registration or provisional authority to operate in the United States. It also would establish suspension and revocation procedures for provisional Certificates of Registration and operating authority, and incorporate criteria to be used by FMCSA in evaluating whether Mexico-domiciled carriers exercise basic safety management controls. The interim rule included requirements that were not proposed in the NPRM but which are necessary to comply with the FY-2002 DOT Appropriations Act. On January 16, 2003, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals remanded this rule, along with two other NAFTA-related rules, to the agency, requiring a full environmental impact statement and an analysis required by the Clean Air Act. On June 7, 2004, the Supreme Court reversed the Ninth Circuit and remanded the case, holding that FMCSA is not required to prepare the environmental documents. FMCSA originally planned to publish a final rule by November 28, 2003. FMCSA will determine the next steps to be taken after enactment of any pending legislation authorizing cross border trucking.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Federalism
Information Collection
NAFTA
Prompting action: International Agreement
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/07/2001
Docket Number: FMCSA-1998-3299
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
32. 
Certification of Safety Auditors, Safety Investigators, and Safety Inspectors Red
Popular Title: Safety Auditors Certification
RIN 2126-AA64
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: Interim Final Rule: Publication Date 03/19/2002; End of Comment Period 05/20/2002; Extension of Compliance 06/17/02; End of Extended Compliance 07/17/02. IFR Extension of Statutory Compliance Date: Publication Date 7/28/2003. Notice of Environmental Assessment: Publication Date 10/02/2003; End of Comment Period 11/03/2003. Notice of Statutory Compliance Date: Publication Date 12/23/2003; Compliance Date 1/01/2004.
Abstract: This rulemaking would require that any safety inspection, safety audit, or compliance review be conducted by a certified inspector, auditor, or investigator. It is required by section 211 of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act. Based on comments to the Interim Final Rule (IFR), the agency will issue a NPRM that addresses issues not clarified in the IFR.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  NPRM : 12/09/2000
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/09/1999
Docket Number: FMCSA-2001-11060
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/08/2005  07/30/2010   
To OMB 08/08/2005  08/27/2010   
OMB Clearance 11/07/2005  11/29/2010   
Publication Date 11/14/2005  12/03/2010   
End of Comment Period 01/13/2006  02/03/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Unanticipated impacts requiring further analysis
Other, higher priorities
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
33. 
Limitations on the Issuance of Commercial Driver Licenses with a Hazardous Materials Endorsement Green
Popular Title: USA PATRIOT Act Rule
RIN 2126-AA70
Stage: Interim Final Rule/4
Previous Stage: Interim Final Rule: Publication Date 05/05/2003; End of Comment Period 07/07/2003. IFR Delay of Compliance Date: Publication Date 11/07/2003; End of Comment Period 01/06/2004. IFR Delay of Compliance Date: Publication Date 08/19/2004; Interim Final Rule/3: Publication Date 08/19/2004.
Abstract: This rulemaking would prohibit States from issuing, renewing, transferring or upgrading a commercial driver´s license (CDL) with a hazardous materials endorsement, unless the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has first conducted a background check on the applicant and determined the applicant does not pose a security risk warranting denial of the hazardous materials endorsement. FMCSA and TSA simultaneously published interim final rules. FMCSA has published another IFR corresponding to TSA´s extension of compliance date. Since this rulemaking conforms to TSA´s rulemaking, the rulemaking is dependent upon TSA action. This action is considered significant because of substantial public and congressional interest, and national security.
Effects:
  NAFTA
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/26/2001
Docket Number: FMCSA-2001-11117
Dates for Interim Final Rule/4:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 03/22/2005    03/21/2005 
To OMB     04/14/2005 
OMB Clearance     04/25/2005 
Publication Approved 05/26/2005    04/25/2005 
Publication Date 05/31/2005    04/29/2005 
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Interim Final Rule/4: 70 FR 22268


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
34. 
Brokers of Household Goods Transportation by Motor Vehicle Red
Popular Title: Household Goods Brokers
RIN 2126-AA84
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 12/22/2004; End of Comment Period 02/22/2005. NPRM: Publication date 2/8/2007; End of Comment Period 5/9/2007
Abstract: This rulemaking would address the American Moving and Storage Association´s petition for rulemaking and implement certain provisions of Subtitle B of SAFETEA-LU. FMCSA would determine in this rulemaking whether 49 CFR part 371 needs to be amended to protect consumers against unscrupulous brokers of household goods.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 08/10/2006
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 05/12/2003
Docket Number: FMCSA-2004-17008
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 10/01/2008  08/21/2010   
To OMB 11/01/2008  09/23/2010   
OMB Clearance 02/01/2009  12/23/2010   
Publication Date 03/01/2009  01/05/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Other, higher priorities
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
35. 
Qualifications of Drivers; Diabetes Standard Red
Popular Title: Diabetes Standard
RIN 2126-AA95
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 03/17/2006;End of Comment Period 06/15/2006.
Abstract: This rulemaking action would amend FMCSA´s medical qualification standards to allow drivers with insulin-treated diabetes mellitus to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce, without seeking an exemption from the FMCSRs. This action is required by SAFETEA-LU.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Initiate change 11/10/2005 : 11/10/2005
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/10/2005
Docket Number: FMCSA-2005-23151
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/19/2010  01/26/2011   
To OMB 08/20/2010  02/28/2011   
OMB Clearance 11/19/2010  05/28/2011   
Publication Date 11/30/2010  06/09/2011   
End of Comment Period 01/30/2011  08/09/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Lack of staffing
Other, higher priorities
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
36. 
National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Red
Popular Title: National Registry
RIN 2126-AA97
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 12/01/08; End of Comment Period 01/30/09
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish training, testing and certification standards for medical examiners responsible for certifying that interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers meet established physical qualifications standards; provide a database (or National Registry) of medical examiners that meet the prescribed standards for use by motor carriers, drivers, and Federal and State enforcement personnel in determining whether a medical examiner is qualified to conduct examinations of interstate truck and bus drivers; and require medical examiners to transmit electronically to FMCSA the name of the driver and a numerical identifier for each driver that is examined. The rulemaking would also establish the process by which medical examiners that fail to meet or maintain the minimum standards would be removed from the National Registry. This action is in response to section 4116 of Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users.
Effects:
  Major
Unfunded Mandate
Regulatory Flexibility Act
Information Collection
Privacy
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 08/10/2006
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/10/2005
Docket Number: FMCSA-2008-0363
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 12/21/2009  08/06/2010   
To OMB 01/21/2010  09/09/2010   
OMB Clearance 04/21/2010  12/09/2010   
Publication Date 05/05/2010  12/23/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Lack of staffing
Additional coordination necessary
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
37. 
Consumer Complaint Information Red
Popular Title: Consumer Complaint Information
RIN 2126-AB01
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 02/20/2008; End of Comment Period 4/21/2008.
Abstract: The rulemaking would require each motor carrier of household goods to submit a quarterly report of specific identified information. This rule responds to SAFETEA-LU.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Privacy
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Report in place. : 08/10/2006
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/10/2005
Docket Number: FMCSA-2008-0029
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 08/23/2010     
To OMB 09/24/2010     
OMB Clearance 12/24/2010     
Publication Date 01/07/2011     
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
38. 
Commercial Driver's License Testing and Commercial Learner's Permit Standards Red
Popular Title: Commercial Learner's Permit
RIN 2126-AB02
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 4/9/2008 ;End of Comment Period 6/9/2008; End of Extended Comment Period 7/9/2008.
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish revisions to the commercial driver’s license knowledge and skills testing standards as required by section 4019 of TEA-21, implement fraud detection and prevention initiatives at the State driver licensing agencies as required by the SAFE Port Act of 2006, and establish new minimum Federal standards for States to issue commercial learner’s permits (CLPs), based in part on the requirements of section 4122 of SAFETEA-LU. In addition, to ensuring the applicant has the appropriate knowledge and skills to operate a commercial motor vehicle, this rule would establish the minimum information that must be on the CLP document and the electronic driver´s record. The rule would also establish maximum issuance and renewal periods, establish a minimum age limit, address issues related to a driver´s State of Domicile, and incorporate previous regulatory guidance into the Federal regulations. This rule would also address issues raised in the SAFE Port Act.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Federalism
Information Collection
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 04/13/2008
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/10/2005
Docket Number: FMCSA-2007-27659
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 10/01/2009  06/22/2010   
To OMB 10/30/2009  07/22/2010   
OMB Clearance 01/29/2010  10/22/2010   
Publication Date 02/19/2010  11/05/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Lack of resources
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
39. 
Minimum Training Requirements for Entry Level Commercial Motor Vehicle Operations Red
Popular Title: Entry Level Driver Training
RIN 2126-AB06
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 12/26/2007; End of Comment Period 3/28/2008; Publication Date for Extension of Comment Period 3/21/2008; End of Extended Comment Period 5/23/2008.
Abstract: This rulemaking would require behind-the-wheel and classroom training for persons who must hold a commercial driver´s license to operate commercial motor vehicles. This action is in response to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit´s December 2005 decision remanding the May 21, 2004, Final Rule, "Minimum Training Requirements for Entry-Level Commercial Motor Vehicle Operators" to the Agency for further consideration. The rulemaking will consider the effectiveness of CMV driver training in reducing crashes, the appropriate types and levels of training that should be mandated, and related costs.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Federalism
Prompting action: Court Action
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/19/2006
Docket Number: FMCSA-2007-27748
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 10/16/2009  07/08/2010   
To OMB 11/16/2009  08/09/2010   
OMB Clearance 02/16/2010  11/10/2010   
Publication Date 02/26/2010  11/17/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Unanticipated impacts requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
40. 
Carrier Safety Fitness Determination Red
Popular Title: CSA 2010 Carrier Safety Fitness Determination
RIN 2126-AB11
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would revise 49 CFR Part 385, Safety Fitness Procedures, in accordance with the Agency´s major new initiative, Comprehensive Safety Analysis (CSA) 2010. CSA 2010 is a new operational model FMCSA plans to implement that is designed to help the Agency carry out its compliance and enforcement programs more efficiently and effectively. Currently, the safety fitness rating of a motor carrier is determined based on the results of a very labor intensive compliance review conducted at the carrier´s place of business. Aside from roadside inspections and new audits, the compliance review is the Agency´s primary intervention. Under CSA 2010, FMCSA would propose to implement a broader array of progressive interventions, some of which allow FMCSA to make contact with more carriers. Through this rulemaking FMCSA would establish safety fitness determinations based on safety data consisting of crashes, inspections, and violation history rather than the standard compliance review. This will enable the Agency to assess the safety performance of a greater segment of the motor carrier industry with the goal of further reducing large truck and bus crashes and fatalities.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/21/2007
Docket Number: FMCSA-2004-18898
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 11/12/2007  10/02/2009  09/25/2009 
Withdrawn from OST   03/22/2010  03/22/2010 
Resubmitted to OST   09/01/2010   
To OMB 12/15/2007  10/04/2010   
OMB Clearance 03/15/2008  01/04/2011   
Publication Date 03/29/2008  01/18/2011   
End of Comment Period 06/29/2008  03/20/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Awaiting development of additional data
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
41. 
New Entrant Safety Assurance Process: Implementation of Section 210(b) of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 Black
Popular Title: MCSIA 210(b)
RIN 2126-AB17
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 08/25/2009;End of Comment Period 10/26/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would consider methods for ensuring a new applicant carrier is knowledgeable about the applicable safety requirements before being granted New Entrant authority. The agency is considering whether to implement a proficiency examination as part of its revised New Entrant Safety Assurance Process as well as other alternatives. This rulemaking responds to issues raised in a petition from Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety regarding new entrant applicant knowledge.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Court Action
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/26/2009
Docket Number: FMCSA-2001-11061
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
42. 
CMV Driver Positive Controlled Substances and Alcohol Test Results Database Red
Popular Title: CMV Driver Drug Testing Database
RIN 2126-AB18
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: None
Abstract: This rulemaking would create a central database for verified positive controlled substances and alcohol test results for commercial driver´s license (CDL) holders and refusals by such drivers to submit to testing. This rulemaking would require employers of CDL holders and service agents to report positive test results and refusals to test into the database. Prospective employers, acting on an application for a CDL driver position with the applicant’s written consent to access the database, would query the database to determine if any specific information about the specific driver applicant is in the database before allowing the applicant to be hired and to drive CMVs. This rulemaking is intended to increase highway safety by ensuring CDL holders, who have tested positive or have refused to submit to testing, have completed the U.S. DOT´s return-to-duty process before driving CMVs in interstate or intrastate commerce.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Privacy
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/01/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/01/2010  06/24/2010   
To OMB 03/01/2010  07/25/2010   
OMB Clearance 05/31/2010  10/25/2010   
Publication Date 06/18/2010  11/08/2010   
End of Comment Period 09/30/2010  02/08/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Other, higher priorities
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
43. 
Fees for Unified Carrier Registration Plan and Agreement Red
Popular Title: Unified Carrier Registration Fees
RIN 2126-AB19
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 09/03/2009;Extension of Comment Period 09/18/2009;End of Extended Reply Comment Period 09/28/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish revised annual fees for the Unified Carrier Registration Agreement beginning calendar year 2010 as required under the Unified Carrier Registration Act of 2005, enacted as Subtitle C of the SAFETEA-LU.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final rule : 10/15/2009
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/27/2009
Docket Number: FMCSA-2009-0231
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 10/20/2009  12/01/2009  11/30/2009 
To OMB 10/26/2009  03/08/2010  03/05/2010 
OMB Clearance 11/02/2009  06/08/2010  04/20/2010 
Publication Date 11/04/2009  06/18/2010  04/27/2010 
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: 75 FR 21993


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
44. 
Electronic On-Board Recorders and Hours of Service Supporting Documents Yellow
Popular Title: EOBR and HoS supporting documents
RIN 2126-AB20
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: Withdrawal of HoS Supp Docs NPRM: 7/13/07;
Abstract: This rulemaking will consider revisions to RIN 2126-AA89 (Electronic On-Board Recorders for Hours of Service Drivers) to expand the number of motor carriers required to install and operate Electronic On-Board Recorders (EOBRs). FMCSA is consolidating this follow-up to the EOBR rule with the Hours Of Service Of Drivers: Supporting Documents rulemaking for development of a single NPRM in RIN 2126-AB20. In addressing Hours of Service Supporting Documents requirements in this new rulemaking, FMCSA will consider reducing or eliminating current paperwork burdens associated with supporting documents in favor of expanded EOBR use.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Privacy
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/26/1994
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/05/2010  08/10/2010   
To OMB 05/14/2010  09/10/2010   
OMB Clearance 08/20/2010  12/10/2010   
Publication Date 09/03/2010  12/17/2010   
End of Comment Period 12/03/2010  02/17/2011   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
45. 
Cargo Insurance for Property Loss or Damage Red
Popular Title: Cargo Insurance
RIN 2126-AB21
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 8/26/96; End of Comment Period 10/25/96. NPRM: Publication Date 05/19/2005;End of Comment Period 08/17/2005.
Abstract: This final rule would eliminate the requirement for most for-hire motor carriers of property and freight forwarders to maintain cargo insurance in prescribed minimum amounts and file evidence of this insurance with FMCSA. Household goods motor carriers and household goods freight forwarders would continue to be subject to this cargo insurance requirement. This rule was split from RIN 2126-AA22.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/01/1996
Docket Number: FMCSA-97-2349
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 10/16/2009  01/04/2010  01/04/2010 
To OMB 11/20/2009  04/08/2010  04/01/2010 
Withdrawn from OMB   04/13/2010  04/13/2010 
Returned To OST   04/13/2010  04/13/2010 
Resubmitted to OMB   04/13/2010  04/13/2010 
OMB Clearance 02/23/2010  07/13/2010   
Publication Date 03/05/2010  07/27/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
46. 
Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles: Limiting the Use of Wireless Communication Devices Yellow
Popular Title: Texting
RIN 2126-AB22
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would ban text messaging while operating a commerical motor vehicle. This rulemaking is in response to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration-sponsored studies that analyzed safety incidents and distracted drivers. This rulemaking would also address the National Transportation Safety Board´s "Most Wanted List" of safety recommendations.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/11/2009
Docket Number: FMCSA-2009-0370
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 01/22/2010  02/04/2010  02/01/2010 
To OMB 02/08/2010  03/08/2010  03/16/2010 
OMB Clearance 02/18/2010  03/29/2010  03/29/2010 
Publication Date 02/22/2010  04/01/2010  04/01/2010 
End of Comment Period 04/20/2010  05/03/2010  05/03/2010 
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 75 FR 16391


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
47. 
Hours of Service Green
Popular Title: HOS
RIN 2126-AB26
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: On October 26, 2009, Public Citizen, et al. (Petitioners) and FMCSA entered into a settlement agreement under which Petitioners´ petition for judicial review of the November 19, 2008, Final Rule on drivers´ hours of service will be held in abeyance pending the publication of an NPRM reevaluating the issue. We are reaching out to the public for information, research, data, and ideas for the NPRM. These efforts include a public meeting with the Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee, December 7-9, 2009, and a series of public meetings around the country starting January 19, 2010.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Settlement Agreement
Legal Deadline:  NPRM to OMB 07/24/2010 Court Settlement Agreement. : 07/24/2010
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/26/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 06/24/2010     
To OMB 07/26/2010     
OMB Clearance 10/26/2010     
Publication Date 11/04/2010     
End of Comment Period 01/04/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
48. 
Drivers of Commercial Vehicles: Restricting the Use of Cellular Phones Yellow
Popular Title: Restricting the Use of Cellular Phones
RIN 2126-AB29
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would restrict the use of cell phones while operating a commercial motor vehicle. This rulemaking is in response to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration-sponsored studies that analyzed safety incidents and distracted drivers. This rulemaking would also address the National Transportation Safety Board´s "Most Wanted List" of safety recommendations.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/01/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/29/2020  05/18/2010   
To OMB 05/17/2010  06/04/2010   
OMB Clearance 05/28/2010  06/21/2010   
Publication Date 07/02/2010     
End of Comment Period 09/03/2010     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Railroad Administration
Federal Railroad Administration
49. 
Roadway Worker Protection; Adjacent-Track On-Track Safety Yellow
Popular Title: Roadway Worker Protection; Adjacent-Track On-Track
RIN 2130-AB96
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 11/25/2009; End of Comment Period 1/25/2010.
Abstract: This rulemaking would simplify the determination regarding whether or not adjacent track protection is required for roadway work groups engaged in large-scale maintenance or construction, pursuant to 49 CFR Part 214. The recent increase in roadway worker fatalities that have occurred on adjacent track has caused some concern at FRA and throughout the industry, even prompting the filing of a petition for emergency order. FRA issued a notice of safety advisory to address the issue in May of 2004; however, it appears that the effects were not long-lasting. This rulemaking is based on the consensus language developed through the Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Working Group of FRA´s Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC).
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/20/2008
Docket Number: FRA-2008-0059
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/08/2010  07/20/2010   
To OMB 05/14/2010  08/23/2010   
OMB Clearance 08/12/2010  11/23/2010   
Publication Date 08/26/2010  12/03/2010   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Federal Railroad Administration
50. 
Positive Train Control Green
Popular Title: Positive Train Control Implementation
RIN 2130-AC03
Stage: Final Rule/2
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 07/21/2009; End of Comment Period 08/20/2009. Final Rule with Request for Comments: Publication Date 01/15/2010;End of Comment Period 02/16/2010.
Abstract: This rulemaking would regulate the submission of Positive Train Control plans; the implementation of the Positive Train Control Systems; and the qualification, installation, maintenance and use of the these systems required under 49 USC 20157 or specifically required by the Federal Railroad Administration. A Final Rule with Request for comments was issued on 01/16/2010 and FRA is currently preparing responses to the comments received.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/16/2008
Docket Number: FRA-2008-0132
Dates for Final Rule/2:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/23/2010    04/24/2010 
To OMB 05/25/2010  06/01/2010   
OMB Clearance 08/23/2010  08/30/2010   
Publication Date 09/07/2010  09/14/2010   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule/2: None


Federal Railroad Administration
51. 
Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing for Maintenance-of-Way Employees Red
Popular Title: Controlled Substance Testing/Maintenance Employees
RIN 2130-AC10
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the Federal Railroad Administration´s alcohol and drug regulations to cover all employees of railroads, railroad contractors, and subcontractors who perform maintenance-of-way activities. The rulemaking would also make other miscellaneous updates to 14 CFR Part 219.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 10/16/2010
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/16/2008
Docket Number: FRA-2009-0039
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 09/08/2009  05/07/2010   
To OMB 10/07/2009  06/04/2010   
OMB Clearance 01/05/2010  09/07/2010   
Publication Date 01/13/2010  09/15/2010   
End of Comment Period 03/15/2010  11/15/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Railroad Administration
52. 
Risk Reduction Program Yellow
Popular Title: Risk Reduction Program
RIN 2130-AC11
Stage: ANPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would require railroads to submit Risk Reduction Programs for review and approval to the FRA Administrator. These programs would be reviewed for annual compliance. The rulemaking would also ensure that railroads comply with their Positive Train Control (PTC) schedules and ensure railroads implement PTC by December 31, 2018, except as required by § 104 of the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 10/16/2012
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/16/2008
Docket Number: FRA-2009-0038
Dates for ANPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/02/2010  05/03/2010   
To OMB 05/03/2010  06/01/2010   
OMB Clearance 05/17/2010  06/15/2010   
Publication Date 05/25/2010  06/28/2010   
End of Comment Period 07/26/2010  07/28/2010   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for ANPRM: None


Federal Railroad Administration
53. 
Hours of Service - Passenger Train Employees Red
Popular Title: Hours of Service - Passenger Train Employees
RIN 2130-AC15
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish hours of service requirements for train employees engaged in commuter and intercity passenger rail transport.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Information Collection
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 10/16/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/16/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 11/12/2009  06/15/2010   
To OMB 12/10/2009  07/15/2010   
OMB Clearance 03/10/2010  10/15/2010   
Publication Date 03/18/2010  10/25/2010   
End of Comment Period 05/18/2010  12/27/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Railroad Administration
54. 
Restriction of Improper Use of Cellular Telephones and Other Electronic and Electrical Devices Red
Popular Title: Restriction of Cellular Telephones and Devices
RIN 2130-AC21
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would restrict railroad operating employees from improperly using cellular telephones and other distracting electronic and electrical devices.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/09/2009
Docket Number: FRA-2009-0118
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 01/08/2010    01/15/2010 
To OMB 02/01/2010  02/08/2010  02/11/2010 
OMB Clearance 02/19/2010  03/03/2010  03/19/2010 
Publication Date 02/26/2010  05/13/2010   
End of Comment Period 03/29/2010  07/12/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Federal Transit Administration
Federal Transit Administration
55. 
Major Capital Investment Projects Red
Popular Title: New Starts (Major Capital Investment Projects)
RIN 2132-AB02
Stage: ANPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking, mandated specifically by 49 U.S.C. 5309(e)(9), is intended to make changes to the regulations that govern the New Starts discretionary funding program authorized by 49 U.S.C. 5309. FTA´s initial rulemaking on this subject (RIN 2132-AA81), initiated to meet the statutory deadline, was terminated as the result of subsequent Congressional action prohibiting FTA from issuing a rule. This ANPRM is FTA´s new start on a rulemaking on this subject; this rulemaking was initiated 3/8/10.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule by : 04/07/2006
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/08/2010
Docket Number: FTA-2010-0009
Dates for ANPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/02/2010    04/01/2010 
To OMB 04/09/2010    04/27/2010 
OMB Clearance 04/23/2010  05/11/2010   
Publication Date 04/30/2010  05/18/2010   
End of Comment Period 06/29/2010  07/17/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Unanticipated impacts requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for ANPRM: None


Maritime Administration
Maritime Administration
56. 
Foreign Reconstruction and Rebuild Determinations Black
Popular Title: Foreign Reconstruction and Rebuild Determinations
RIN 2133-AB69
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: Notice Requesting Comments, Publication Date 11/14/07, End of Comment period 1/14/08.
Abstract: This rulemaking would consider whether to amend the Capital Construction Fund and cargo preference regulations to set out specific procedures for determining when a vessel is no longer eligible for such programs because the vessel has been either reconstructed or rebuilt abroad.
Effects:
  Foreign
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 05/29/2007
Docket Number:
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Maritime Administration
57. 
Regulations To Be Followed by All Departments, Agencies and Shippers Having Responsibility To Provide a Preference for U.S.-Flag Vessels in the Shipment of Cargoes on Ocean Vessels. Black
Popular Title: Cargo Preference
RIN 2133-AB74
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 03/04/09; End of Comment Period 05/04/09
Abstract: This rulemaking would revise and clarify the Cargo Preference rules that have not been revised substantially since 1971. Revisions would include an updated purpose and definitions section along with the removal of obsolete provisions.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Foreign
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/21/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Maritime Administration
58. 
Cargo Preference - Compromise, Assessment, Mitigation, Settlement & Collection of Civil Penalties Black
Popular Title: Cargo Preference Statutory Changes
RIN 2133-AB75
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish Part 383 of the Cargo Preference regulations. This rulemaking would cover P.L. 110-417, Section 3511 National Defense Authorization Act for FY2009 statutory changes to the cargo preference rules, which have not been substantially revised since 1971. The rulemaking also would include compromise, assessment, mitigation, settlement, and collection of civil penalties.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Information Collection
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/14/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
59. 
FMVSS 213, Addition of 10-year old test dummy Yellow
Popular Title: Anton's Law
RIN 2127-AJ44
Stage: SNPRM/2
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 08/31/2005; End of Comment Period 10/31/2005. SNPRM: Publication Date 1/23/2008; End of Comment Period 3/24/2008.
Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to Sections 4(b) and 3(b)(2) of Anton´s Law (PL 107-318), which directed NHTSA to initiate rulemaking on child restraint system safety, by amending FMVSS No. 213 to incorporate the Hybrid III ten-year-old dummy for child restraint systems rated for children up to 80 pounds. Previously, the agency extended the applicability of FMVSS No. 213 from restraints recommended for children up to 50 lbs. to restraints recommended for children up to 65 lbs.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 05/24/2004
Docket Number: 2007-0048
Dates for SNPRM/2:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 05/01/2010  08/12/2010   
To OMB 05/26/2010  09/24/2010   
OMB Clearance 08/25/2010  12/23/2010   
Publication Date 08/30/2010  12/30/2010   
End of Comment Period 10/29/2010  02/28/2011   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for SNPRM/2: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
60. 
Ejection Mitigation Red
Popular Title: Ejection Mitigation
RIN 2127-AK23
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 12/2/2009; End of Comment Period 2/2/2010.
Abstract: This rulemaking would create a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) for reducing occupant ejection. Currently, there are over 52,000 annual ejections in motor vehicle crashes, and over 10,000 ejected fatalities per year. This rulemaking would propose new requirements for reducing occupant ejection through passenger vehicle side widows. The requirement would be an occupant containment requirement on the amount of allowable excursion through passenger vehicle side windows. The SAFETEA-LU legislation requires that: "[t]he Secretary shall also initiate a rulemaking proceeding to establish performance standards to reduce complete and partial ejections of vehicle occupants from outboard seating positions. In formulating the standards the Secretary shall consider various ejection mitigation systems. The Secretary shall issue a final rule under this paragraph no later than October 1, 2009." The SAFETEA-LU legislation also requires that, if the Secretary determines that the subject final rule deadline cannot be met, the Secretary shall notify and provide an explanation to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation and the House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce of the delay. On September 24, 2009, the Secretary provided appropriate notification to Congress that the final rule will be delayed until January 31, 2011.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Unfunded Mandate
EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 10/01/2009
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/10/2005
Docket Number: NHTSA-2009-0183
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 09/17/2010     
To OMB 10/29/2010     
OMB Clearance 01/28/2011     
Publication Date 01/31/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
61. 
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, Rearview Mirrors Red
Popular Title: Rearview Mirrors
RIN 2127-AK43
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 03/04/09; End of Comment Period 05/04/09
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend Federal Motor Vehicle Standard No. 111; Rearview Mirrors, to reflect requirements contained in the Cameron Gulbransen Kids Transportation Safety Act of 2007. The Act requires that NHTSA expand the required field of view to enable the driver of a motor vehicle to detect areas behind the motor vehicle to reduce death and injury resulting from backing incidents, particularly incidents involving small children and disabled persons. According to the Act, such a standard may be met by the provision of additional mirrors, sensors, cameras, or other technology to expand the driver´s field of view.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Initiate rulemaking : 02/28/2009
Publish Final Rule : 02/28/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/06/2008
Docket Number: NHTSA-2009-0041
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 10/17/2009  05/18/2010   
To OMB 11/26/2009  06/29/2010   
OMB Clearance 02/25/2010  09/28/2010   
Publication Date 02/28/2010  10/07/2010   
End of Comment Period 04/27/2010  12/06/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
62. 
Passenger Car and Light Truck Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards MYs 2012-2016 Red
Popular Title: CAFE 2012-2016
RIN 2127-AK50
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 9/28/2009; End of Comment Period 11/27/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would address Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for light trucks and passenger cars for model years 2012-2016. CAFE standards must be set at least 18 months prior to the start of a model year.
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Unfunded Mandate
EIS
EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final rule for Model Year 2012 : 04/01/2010
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/01/2007
Docket Number: EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0472; FRL-8959-4; NHTSA-2009-0059
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/12/2010  03/02/2010  03/04/2010 
To OMB 03/01/2010  03/15/2010  03/04/2010 
OMB Clearance 03/28/2010  03/31/2010  03/31/2010 
Publication Date 04/01/2010  05/15/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
63. 
FMVSS No. 118 Automatic Reversal Systems Red
Popular Title: Automatic Reversal Systems
RIN 2127-AK52
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 9/01/2009; End of Comment Period 11/02/2009.
Abstract: This rulemaking would require automatic reversal systems (ARS) only on those windows that close without continuous actuation of the window switch by the window operator. This rulemaking was initiated per requirements in the Cameron Gulbransen Kids Transportation Safety Act of 2007.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Initiate Rulemaking : 08/28/2009
Final Rule : 08/28/2010
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/25/2009
Docket Number: NHTSA-2009-0154
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 04/11/2010  05/28/2010   
To OMB 05/26/2010  06/18/2010   
OMB Clearance 08/25/2010  08/25/2010   
Publication Date 08/28/2010  08/28/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
64. 
Require Installation of Seat Belts on Motorcoaches, FMVSS No. 208 Red
Popular Title: Seat Belts on Motorcoaches
RIN 2127-AK56
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would require the installation of lap/shoulder belts in newly-manufactured motorcoaches. Specifically, this rulemaking would establish a new definition for motorcoaches in 49 CFR Part 571.3. It would also amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant crash protection," to require the installation of lap/shoulder belts at all driver and passenger seating positions. It would also require the installation of lap/shoulder belts at driver seating positions of large school buses in FMVSS No. 208. This rulemaking responds, in part, to recommendations made by the National Transportation Safety Board for improving bus safety.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/12/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 09/23/2009  11/21/2009  11/13/2009 
Returned to Mode     01/16/2010 
Resubmitted to OST     03/15/2010 
To OMB 10/24/2009  06/09/2010  05/06/2010 
OMB Clearance 01/25/2010  09/09/2010   
Publication Date 02/05/2010  09/16/2010   
End of Comment Period 04/05/2010  10/16/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
65. 
Vehicle Labeling - Fuel Economy, Greenhouse Gas and Other Emissions Green
Popular Title: Fuel Economy Vehicle Labeling
RIN 2127-AK73
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to requirements of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), Title 1, Subtitle A, Section 105, as it amends 49 USC § 32908, to implement regulations to display new information on the vehicle label that would make it easy for consumers to compare fuel economy, greenhouse gas and other emissions of automobiles at the point of purchase. EISA, signed into Law on December 19, 2007, requires that the Secretary issue a final rule not later than 42 months after the date of the enactment.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final rule : 06/19/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/19/2007
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/19/2010     
To OMB 08/26/2010     
OMB Clearance 11/25/2010     
Publication Date 11/30/2010     
End of Comment Period 01/31/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
66. 
Commercial Medium- and Heavy-Duty On-Highway Vehicles and Work Truck Fuel Efficiency Standards Green
Popular Title: Medium- and Heavy-Duty Truck Fuel Efficiency
RIN 2127-AK74
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to requirements of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), Title 1, Subtitle A, Sections 102 and 108, as they amend 49 USC § 32902, which was signed into law December 19, 2007. The statute requires that rulemaking begin with a report by the National Academy of Sciences evaluating medium-duty and heavy-duty truck fuel economy standards. The National Academy provided Congress and NHTSA with this report on March 18, 2010. 49 U.S.C. 39902 then requires that NHTSA provide Congress a report that examines the fuel efficiency of commercial medium- and heavy-duty on-highway vehicles and work trucks and determines the appropriate test procedures and methodologies for measuring the fuel efficiency of such vehicles, the appropriate metric for measuring the fuel efficiency of such vehicles, the range of factors that affect the fuel efficiency of these vehicles, and other factors that could impact a program to improve the fuel efficiency of these vehicles. Once that report has been delivered to Congress, NHTSA has 24 months to complete a final rule establishing a fuel efficiency program for these vehicles. The law provides that the new standards must provide at least 4 full model years of regulatory leadtime and 3 full model years of regulatory stability (ie., the standards must remain in effect for 3 years before they may be amended).
Effects:
  Economically Significant
Major
Unfunded Mandate
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Report to Congress : 09/30/2010
Final rule : 09/28/2012
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/19/2007
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 05/27/2011     
To OMB 06/26/2011     
OMB Clearance 09/25/2011     
Publication Date 09/30/2011     
End of Comment Period 11/30/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
67. 
Consumer Information of Fuel Economy, Emissions and Alternative Fuel Usage Green
Popular Title: Fuel Economy Consumer Information
RIN 2127-AK75
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would respond to requirements of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), Title 1, Subtitle A, Section 105, as it amends 49 USC § 32908, to implement Consumer Information and Consumer Education programs related to fuel economy, GHG, other emissions, and alternative fuels. EISA directs the Secretary of Transportation to label vehicles with a permanent and prominent display that an automobile is capable of operating on alternative fuels, and to include in the owner's manual for vehicles capable of operating on alternative fuels information that describes that capability and the benefits of using alternative fuels, including the renewable nature and environmental benefits of using alternative fuels. Additionally, EISA requires a label to be attached to the fuel compartment of vehicles capable of operating on alternative fuels, with the form of alternative fuel stated on the label. EISA, signed into Law on December 19, 2007, requires that the Secretary issue a final rule not later than 42 months after the date of the enactment.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final rule : 06/19/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/19/2007
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/19/2010     
To OMB 08/26/2010     
OMB Clearance 11/25/2010     
Publication Date 11/30/2010     
End of Comment Period 01/31/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Office of the Secretary
Office of the Secretary
68. 
Accessibility of Passenger Vessels to Individuals with Disabilities Red
Popular Title: Accessibility-passenger vessels
RIN 2105-AB87
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 11/29/2004;End of Comment Period 03/28/2005;Publication Date for Extension of Comment Period 03/28/2005;End of Extended Comment Period 07/28/2005. NPRM: Publication Date 1/23/2007; End of Comment Period 4/23/2007; Extension of Comment Period 4/13/2007; End of Extended Comment Period 6/22/2007; Reopening of Comment Period 4/8/2006; End of Reopened Comment Period 4/23/2008.
Abstract: This rulemaking would address accessibility issues and propose feasible requirements to make passenger vessels accessible to, and usable by, individuals with disabilities.The Department´s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) final rule, published September 6, 1991, reserved portions of the rule concerning passenger vessels. The ADA covers passenger vessels, but issuing accessibility requirements for vessels involves complex issues unlike those affecting land transportation.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/26/1990
Docket Number: OST-2007-26829
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 06/24/2009  10/05/2009  09/17/2009 
Resubmitted to OST     11/02/2009 
To OMB 07/23/2009  01/15/2009  01/20/2010 
OMB Clearance 10/23/2009  05/15/2010   
Publication Date 11/25/2009  06/01/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Office of the Secretary
69. 
Aviation Data Requirements Review and Modernization Program Black
Popular Title: Aviation Data
RIN 2105-AC71
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 07/15/1998; End of Comment Period 09/14/1998; End of Reply Comment Period 10/13/1998. NPRM: Publication Date 02/17/2005;End of Comment Period 04/18/2005;Extension of Comment Period Publication Date 07/18/2005; End of Extended Comment Period 9/18/2005.
Abstract: This rulemaking requested public comments from reporting carriers and aviation data users on the nature, scope, source, and means for collecting, processing, and distributing airline traffic, fare, and financial data. Specifically, it invited comments on whether existing airline traffic, fare, and financial data should be amended, supplemented, or replaced; whether selected forms and reports should be retained, modified, or eliminated; whether OST should require all aviation data to be filed electronically; and how the aviation data system should be reengineered to enhance efficiency and to reduce costs for both the Department and the airline industry.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/15/1998
Docket Number: OST-1998-4043
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Office of the Secretary
70. 
Protection of Sensitive Security Information Black
Popular Title: SSI-TSA
RIN 2105-AD59
Stage: Undetermined
Previous Stage: Interim Final Rule: Publication Date 05/18/2004; End of Comment Period 07/19/2004.
Abstract: This rulemaking would finalize a May 2004 interim final rule and respond to any comments received on that action. As of January 31, 2007, this rulemaking is on hold pending the receipt of additional information from DHS.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/02/2002
Docket Number: TSA-2003-15569
Dates for Undetermined:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST      
To OMB      
OMB Clearance      
Publication Date      
End of Comment Period      
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None


Office of the Secretary
71. 
Prioritization and Allocation Authority Exercised By the Secretary of Transportation Under the Defense Production Act Red
Popular Title: DPA
RIN 2105-AD83
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would clarify the prioritization and allocation authorities exercised by the Secretary of Transportation under the Defense Production Act (DPA). The DPA is the President´s primary authority to ensure timely availability of private sector resources for national defense. In addition to military and energy activities, the definition of "national defense" includes emergency preparedness activities conducted pursuant to Title VI of The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and the protection and restoration of critical infrastructure. Under Title I of the DPA, the President has the authority to require the acceptance and prioritization of contracts and orders -- and to allocate materials, services, and facilities -- in support of the national defense. Under Section 201 of Executive Order 12919, the President has delegated these prioritization and allocation authorities to the Secretary of Transportation for all forms of civil transportation. In the 2009 DPA reauthorizition, Congress mandated that each Federal agency with delegated authority under Title I of the DPA develop final rules that establish standards and procedures for implementing its delegated authority in emergency and nonemergency conditons. Additionally, Congress mandated that, to the extent practacable, the rules be consistent and unifed. DOT is part of an interageny working group, along with the other delegated agencies, that is developing consistent unifed rules.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final rule : 06/27/2010
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/07/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 01/09/2009  05/20/2010   
To OMB 02/01/2009  06/15/2010   
OMB Clearance 03/01/2009  08/16/2010   
Publication Date 03/01/2009  08/16/2010   
End of Comment Period 05/01/2009  09/16/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Office of the Secretary
72. 
NPRM On the Use of the Seat-Strapping Method for Carrying a Wheelchair on an Aircraft Red
Popular Title: Seat-Strapping
RIN 2105-AD87
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: None
Abstract: This rulemaking would address whether carriers should be allowed to utilize the seat-strapping method to stow a passenger´s wheelchair in the aircraft cabin. This rulemaking was recently upgraded to significant.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/30/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 03/05/2010  06/11/2010   
To OMB   07/01/2010   
OMB Clearance   09/28/2010   
Publication Date 03/29/2010  10/08/2010   
End of Comment Period 05/29/2010  12/07/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Office of the Secretary
73. 
Stowage of Wheelchairs, other mobility Aids and other Assistive Devices Yellow
Popular Title: Stowage and Assistive Devices
RIN 2105-AD90
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend 14 CFR Part 382 (Part 382) by including Subpart I (14 CFR 382.121-382.133) in the list of subparts with which a U.S. carrier must comply with respect to passengers traveling under its code on flights operated by a foreign carrier between two foreign points. This rulemaking would also amend Part 382 to eliminate the labeling requirements for FAA approved portable oxygen concentrators and specify that ventilators, respirators and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines must be allowed for use in the passenger cabin as long as they comply with applicable safety, security, and hazardous materials rules. In addition, this rule would amend the provision in Part 382 that allows carriers to require a passenger who wishes to use an FAA-approved portable oxygen concentrator in the aircraft cabin to provide a medical certificate dated within 10 days of the passenger´s initial flight. This rulemaking was recently upgraded to significant.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/02/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 05/12/2010  08/23/2010   
To OMB   09/15/2010   
OMB Clearance   12/15/2010   
Publication Date 06/09/2010  12/23/2010   
End of Comment Period 08/09/2010  02/23/2011   
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Office of the Secretary
74. 
Accessibility of Airports Red
Popular Title: Accessibility of Airports
RIN 2105-AD91
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: None
Abstract: The rulemaking would include new provisions related to service animal relief areas and closed captioning of televisions and audio-visual displays for airports that mirror the new requirements applicable to airlines set forth in the amended 14 CFR Part 382. It would also reorganize the provision in 49 CFR Part 27 regarding lifts used to transfer disabled passengers to and from the tarmac. This rulemaking was recently upgraded to significant.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/03/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 03/02/2010  06/24/2010   
To OMB   07/26/2010   
OMB Clearance   10/26/2010   
Publication Date 04/02/2010  11/05/2010   
End of Comment Period 06/02/2010  01/05/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Office of the Secretary
75. 
Enhancing Airline Passenger Protections - Part 2 Red
Popular Title: Aviation Consumer Part 2
RIN 2105-AD92
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would enhance airline passenger protections by addressing the following areas:(1) contingency plans for lengthy tarmac delays; (2) reporting of tarmac delay data; (3) customer service plans; (4) notification to passengers of flight status changes; (5) inflation adjustment for denied boarding compensation; (6) alternative transportation for passengers on canceled flights; (7) opt-out provisions (e.g. travel insurance); (8) contract of carriage provisions; (9) baggage fees disclosure; and (10) full fare advertising.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/01/2008
Docket Number:
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/10/2010  03/16/2010  03/16/2010 
To OMB 02/26/2010  03/30/2010  03/31/2010 
OMB Clearance 05/26/2010  06/30/2010   
Publication Date 06/01/2010  07/05/2010   
End of Comment Period 08/01/2010  09/05/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Office of the Secretary
76. 
Carrier-Supplied Medical Oxygen, Service Animals, and Accessibility of Carrier Websites, Kiosks, and In-Flight Entertainment Systems Green
Popular Title: ACAA SNPRM
RIN 2105-AD96
Stage: SNPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would fulfill a commitment made in the final rule amending the Air Carrier Access Act rules to develop an SNPRM seeking information from the public on: (1) the cost and technical issues involved in requiring carrier website accessibility; (2) whether automated kiosks operated by carriers in airports and elsewhere should be required to be accessible; (3) whether there are safety-related reasons for excluding service animals other than dogs that may be specific to foreign carriers; (4) whether the cost of requiring carriers to supply free in-flight medical oxygen would create an undue burden; and (5) whether providing high-contrast captioning on in-flight entertainment displays is technically and economically feasible.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/15/2009
Docket Number:
Dates for SNPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 08/12/2010     
To OMB 09/01/2010     
OMB Clearance 12/01/2010     
Publication Date 12/10/2010     
End of Comment Period 03/10/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for SNPRM: None


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
77. 
Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Storage of Explosives During Transportation Red
Popular Title: Storage of Explosives
RIN 2137-AE06
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 11/16/2005; End of Comment Period 02/14/2006; Reopening of Comment Period 7/03/2008; End of Reopened Comment Period 10/01/2008.
Abstract: This rulemaking would address the current safety and security risks associated with the storage of explosives during transportation. The Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) require shipments stored during transportation to conform to the same requirements that apply when the shipments are actually moving and for the shipping company to have security plans covering its shipments. Otherwise, the HMR do not include specific requirements for facilities at which explosives or other high-hazard materials are stored during transportation. The HMR do not establish specific standards for storage facilities nor do they limit the amount of material that may be stored in a single location. Through this rulemaking, the agency will evaluate the adequacy of existing regulations and the need for additional, more specific requirements. In particular, the agency is considering whether current industry standards applicable to the storage of explosives should be incorporated by reference into the HMR. This rulemaking has been downgraded and will not appear on the next month´s report.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/01/2005
Docket Number: PHMSA-2005-22987
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/02/2007  04/09/2010   
To OMB 03/09/2007  05/13/2010   
OMB Clearance 06/07/2007  08/11/2010   
Publication Date 06/14/2007  08/26/2010   
End of Comment Period 08/17/2007  10/25/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
78. 
Hazardous Materials: Enforcement Regulations Red
Popular Title: Package Inspection Authority
RIN 2137-AE13
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 10/02/2008;End of Comment Period 12/01/2008.
Abstract: Pursuant to a mandate in SAFETEA-LU (section 7118 of P.L. 109-59), this rulemaking would establish procedural regulations to implement authority provided to DOT to open packages believed to contain hazardous materials; remove such packages from transportation; gather information; order the package transported to a facility for examination and analysis; obtain assistance from qualified persons; and issue emergency restrictions, prohibitions, recalls, or out-of-service orders to abate an imminent hazard.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline:  Temporary Rule : 10/11/2005
Final Rule : 08/10/2006
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/10/2005
Docket Number: PHMSA-2005-22356
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 12/22/2009  05/21/2010   
To OMB 01/26/2010  06/24/2010   
OMB Clearance 04/26/2010  09/24/2010   
Publication Date 05/01/2010  10/04/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
79. 
Hazardous Materials: Risk-Based Adjustment of Transportation Security Plan Requirements Red
Popular Title: Security Plans
RIN 2137-AE22
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 9/8/2008; End of Comment Period 11/10/2008.
Abstract: In response to two industry petitions for rulemaking, this rulemaking will reconsider and refine the list of hazardous materials for which security plans are currently required. The industry petitioners asked PHMSA to amend the security plan regulations to create a distinction between hazardous materials that present a significant security risk while in transportation and the vast majority of hazardous materials that pose no significant security risk in transportation.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 05/01/2006
Docket Number: PHMSA-2006-25885
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 05/01/2009  09/02/2009  09/04/2009 
To OMB 06/04/2009  11/25/2009  11/24/2209 
OMB Clearance 09/04/2009  02/26/2010  02/25/2010 
Publication Date 09/14/2009  03/06/2010  03/09/2010 
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: 75 FR 10974


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
80. 
Hazardous Materials; Combination Packages Containing Liquids Intended for Transport by Aircraft Red
Popular Title: Air Packaging
RIN 2137-AE32
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication 7/07/2008; End of Comment Period 9/5/2008.
Abstract: Incident data and testing conducted on behalf of DOT indicate many combination packagings authorized for the transportation of hazardous materials may not withstand conditions normally incident to air transportation. PHMSA is considering measures to reduce the incidence of package failures and to minimize the consequences of failures should they occur. This rulemaking would require additional measures to verify packaging integrity, such as performance testing, and revisions to packaging requirements, such as the addition of liners or absorbent material.
Effects:
  EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/04/2007
Docket Number: PHMSA-07-29364
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/10/2009  10/13/2009  10/26/2009 
To OMB 08/13/2009  12/22/2009  01/20/2010 
OMB Clearance 11/13/2009  05/04/2010  05/05/2010 
Publication Date 11/20/2009  05/11/2010   
End of Comment Period 01/20/2010  07/11/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
81. 
Pipeline Safety: Completing regulation of hazardous liquid pipelines operating at low stress Green
Popular Title: Low stress liquid pipelines
RIN 2137-AE36
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would extend existing pipeline safety regulation to rural hazardous liquid pipelines operating at low stress that are currently unregulated. Previous rulemakings have extended safety regulation to low stress pipelines located in populated areas, crossing navigable water, or potentially impacting unusually sensitive areas.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/15/2008
Docket Number: PHMSA-2008-0186
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 07/19/2010     
To OMB 08/20/2010     
OMB Clearance 11/18/2010     
Publication Date 11/30/2010     
End of Comment Period 01/31/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
82. 
Hazardous Materials: Bulk Loading and Unloading Operations Red
Popular Title: Loading/Unloading
RIN 2137-AE37
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would request information from industry that would consider whether additional requirements governing bulk loading and unloading operations are necessary. PHMSA has reviewed transportation incident data and findings of several National Transportation Safety Board and Chemical Satety Board accident investigations involving bulk hazardous materials loading and unloading operations, which suggest there may be opportunities to enhance the safety of such operations. In particular, PHMSA is examining what, if any, safety benefits would accrue from a requirement for persons conducting bulk loading and unloading operations to develop and implement operating procedures governing these operations. PHMSA has decided to publish a proposed rule instead of a pre-rule.
Effects:
  Information Collection
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/28/2008
Docket Number: PHMSA-2007-28119
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 02/12/2010  07/12/2010   
To OMB 03/18/2010  08/13/2010   
OMB Clearance 06/16/2010  11/12/2010   
Publication Date 06/23/2010  11/23/2010   
End of Comment Period 08/23/2010  01/24/2011   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Awaiting development of additional data
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
83. 
Hazardous Materials: Revisions to Requirements for the Transportation of Lithium Batteries Red
Popular Title: Transportation of Lithium Batteries
RIN 2137-AE44
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 1/11/2010; End of Comment Period 3/12/2010.
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to comprehensively address the safe transportation of lithium cells and batteries. The intent of the rulemaking is to strengthen the current regulatory framework by imposing more effective safeguards, including design testing to address risks related to internal short circuits, and enhanced packaging, hazard communication, and operational measures for various types and sizes of lithium batteries in specific transportation contexts. The rulemaking responds to several recommendations issued by the National Transportation Safety Board.
Effects:
  Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/26/2009
Docket Number: PHMSA-2009-0095
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 08/20/2010     
To OMB 09/23/2010     
OMB Clearance 12/22/2010     
Publication Date 01/03/2011     
Explanation for any delay: N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None


Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
84. 
Hazardous Materials: Safety Requirements for External Product Piping on Cargo Tanks Transporting Flammable Liquids (Wetlines) Red
Popular Title: Wetlines
RIN 2137-AE53
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: The rulemaking would amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to prohibit flammable liquids from being transported in unprotected product piping on existing and newly manufactured DOT specification cargo tank motor vehicles.
Effects:
  None
Prompting action: None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/01/2009
Docket Number: PHMSA-2009-0303
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date		New
Projected
Date		Actual
Date
To OST 12/24/2009  05/03/2010  04/15/2010 
To OMB 01/28/2010  06/17/2010   
OMB Clearance 04/28/2010  09/17/2010   
Publication Date 05/05/2010  09/25/2010   
End of Comment Period 07/05/2010  11/25/2010   
Explanation for any delay: Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None