The Federal Register

National Emission Standard for Benzene Waste Operations

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

On November 12, 2002, the EPA issued amendments to the national emission standard for benzene waste operations as a direct final rule, along with a parallel proposal to be used as a basis for final action in the event we received any adverse comments. Because an adverse comment was received on provisions related to control devices, we withdrew the corresponding parts of the direct final rule on February 6, 2003. This action promulgates the provisions that were withdrawn based on the proposed rule published on November 12, 2002. This action also amends the rule to correct a crossreference citation.

Reportable Quantity Adjustments for Carbamates and Carbamate- Related Hazardous Waste Streams; Reportable Quantity

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or ``the Agency'') is proposing reportable quantity (RQ) adjustments for 28 individual carbamates and five carbamaterelated hazardous waste streams listed as hazardous wastes under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and as hazardous substances with onepound statutory RQs under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). In addition, EPA is proposing to adjust the onepound statutory RQ of another hazardous waste stream, K178, which is unrelated to the carbamates addressed in this rule.

EPA thoroughly evaluated the intrinsic properties of these substances to assess the possibility of harm from the release of each substance into the environment and to determine the appropriate levels that require release notification. The proposed RQ adjustments will relieve the regulated community and emergency response personnel from the burden of making and receiving reports of releases that are unlikely to pose a

Notice of Funds Availability (NOFA) Inviting Applications for the Native American CDFI Assistance Program

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This NOFA is issued in connection with two annual funding rounds of the NACA Program, one using FY 2003 and FY 2004 appropriated funds (``Round One'') and one using FY 2004 and FY 2005 appropriated funds (``Round Two''), if appropriated funds are available. Through the NACA Program and subject to appropriation of funding for the purposes enumerated in this NOFA, the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (the ``Fund'') will provide Financial Assistance (``FA'') awards and/or Technical Assistance (``TA'') grants to community development financial institutions (``CDFIs'') that primarily serve Native American, Alaska Native and/or Native Hawaiian communities (hereafter referred to as ``Native American CDFIs,'' serving ``Native American Communities''). The NACA Program will also provide TA grants to entities proposing to become Native American CDFIs within a specified time frame and ``Sponsoring Entities'' (e.g., Native American organizations, Tribes and Tribal organizations that propose

CDFI Fund Native American Initiative

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

I. Legislative Background

The Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4701 et seq.) (the ``Act'') authorizes the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (the ``Fund'') of the U.S. Department of the Treasury to promote economic revitalization and community development through investment in and assistance to Fund certified community development financial institutions (``CDFIs'') through the CDFI Program. The Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003 (Pub. L. 1087) authorizes the Fund to provide financial assistance (``FA'') and technical assistance (``TA'') to benefit Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities (hereafter referred to as ``Native American Communities''), with such benefit being provided primarily through qualified community development lender organizations with experience and expertise in community development banking and lending in Indian country, Native American organizations, Tribes and tribal organizati

Department of Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is issuing an interim rule to establish the Department of Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR). The HSAR is intended as regulatory guidance. The HSAR reflects recent changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and it establishes and encourages participation in the DHS MentorProege Program.

Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans, Notice of Meeting

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under Public Law 92463 (Federal Advisory Committee Act) that a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans will be held from Monday, December 15, 2003, through Tuesday, December 16, 2003, at the Marriott San Diego Hotel, Carlsbad Room, 333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 98101. On December 15, the meeting will convene at 1 p.m. and end at 4 p.m. and on December 16 the meeting will convene at 8 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.

The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary of Veterans Affairs with an ongoing assessment of the effectiveness of the policies, organizational structures, and services of the Department in assisting homeless veterans. The Committee shall assemble and review information relating to the needs of homeless veterans and provide on going advice on the most appropriate means of providing assistance to homeless veterans. The Committee will make recommendations to the Secre

Public Participation in Railroad Abandonment Proceedings

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Surface Transportation Board (Board) is amending its regulations concerning the service of a notice of intent to abandon or discontinue rail service by removing an obsolete reference to a labor organization and making technical changes.

North Dakota Regulatory Program

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

We are approving a proposed amendment to the North Dakota regulatory program (the ``North Dakota program'') under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA or the Act). North Dakota proposed revisions to and additions of rules about valid existing rights, the process for determining whether or not a mine operator has valid existing rights, lands prohibited from mining, changes in the format of permit applications, general requirements for mining plans, land descriptions for partial bond release requests, filing requirements for copies of reports required by the State Health Department, sediment control measures, and removal of sedimentation ponds. North Dakota intended to revise its program to be consistent with the corresponding Federal regulations and SMCRA, provide additional safeguards, clarify ambiguities, and improve operational efficiency.

Office of Visa Services; 60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Forms DS-2053, DS-3024, DS-3025 and

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment in the Federal Register preceding submission to OMB. This process is conducted in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

The following summarizes the information collection proposal to be submitted to OMB:

Type of Request: Extension of currently approved collection.

Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department of State (CA/VO).

Title of Information Collection: Medical Examination for Immigrant or Refugee Applicant.

Frequency: Once per respondent.

Form Numbers: DS2053, DS3024, DS3025 and DS3026.

Respondents: Immigrant visa and refugee applicants.

Estimated Number of Respondents: 630,000 per year.

Average Hours Per Response: 1.75 hours.

Total Estimated Burden: 1,102,500 hours per year.

Public comments are being solicited to permit the agenc

Bureau of Political-Military Affairs; 60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Form DS-4048, Projected Sales

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The following summarizes the information collection proposal submitted to OMB:

Type of Request: Existing collection in use without an OMB control number.

Originating Office: Bureau of PoliticalMilitary Affairs, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, PM/DDTC.

Title of Information Collection: Projected Sales of Major Weapons in Support of Section 25(a)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act.

Frequency: Once a year.

Form Number: DS4048.

Respondents: Business organizations.

Estimated Number of Respondents: 20.

Average Hours Per Response: 3 hours.

Total Estimated Burden: 60 hours.
(Total Estimated Burden based on number of reports received pe

Application and Opportunity for Hearing: Hard Rock Hotel, Inc.

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 26, 2003.

The Securities and Exchange Commission gives notice that Hard Rock Hotel, Inc. has filed an application under section 304(d) of the Trust Indenture Act of 1939. Hard Rock Hotel asks the Commission to exempt from the certificate or opinion delivery requirements of section 314(d) of the 1939 Act certain provisions of an indenture dated May 30, 2003, as supplemental by indentures dated November 20, 2003, and November 24, 2003, between Hard Rock Hotel and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee. The indenture relates to 8\7/8\% Second Lien Notes due 2013.

Section 304(d) of the 1939 Act, in part, authorizes the Commission to exempt conditionally or unconditionally any indenture from one or more provisions of the 1939 Act. The Commission may provide an exemption under section 304(d) if it finds that the exemption is necessary or appropriate in the public interest and consistent with the protection of investors and the purposes fairly intended by the 1939 Act.

Section

Hazardous Materials; Incorporation of Exemptions Into Regulations

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

RSPA proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to incorporate into the regulations the provisions of certain widely used exemptions which have established a history of safety and which may be converted into regulations for general use. We are also making minor revisions to the requirements for use of packagings authorized under exemptions. The proposed changes would provide wider access to the benefits of the provisions granted in these exemptions and eliminate the need for the current exemption holders to reapply for renewal of the exemption, thus reducing paperwork burdens and facilitating commerce while maintaining an acceptable level of safety.

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

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The President
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Proclamation 7740 of December 1, 2003

World AIDS Day, 2003
By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
The HIV/AIDS pandemic presents one of the greatest medical and social challenges of our time. On World AIDS Day, members of the global community come together to demonstrate our shared commitment to turning the tide against the spread of HIV/AIDS, bringing hope and healing to those who are suffering, and finding a cure. Over the last two decades, AIDS has claimed the lives of more than 20 million people. Three million have died in the last year alone. Today, more than 40 million people are living with HIV, including nearly 30 million in Africa. Behind these staggering numbers are the names and faces of orphaned and suffering children, devastated communities, and a continent in crisis. In my State of the Union Message to the Congress in January of this year, I announced an ``Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief,'' with a goal of helping millions around the world affected by HIV/AIDS, particularly those in the most afflicted nations in Africa and the Caribbean. In May, the Congress responded by passing the ``United States Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act of 2003,'' which I signed into law. A life-saving initiative, the Act commits $15 billion over the next 5 years to prevent 7 million new HIV infections, treat at least 2 million people with life-extending drugs, provide care for at least 10 million people affected by AIDS, continue bilateral programs in over 75 countries, and increase support for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria. This work of mercy will help overcome fear, stigma, and discrimination and create a cycle of hope and promise that will benefit millions.
Here at home, we will spend more than $15 billion this year to combat AIDS in America. This money will support research activities, care and treatment services, and prevention programs, including the wide availability of rapid HIV testing.
Fighting HIV/AIDS is not only a great challenge but also a moral imperative for those who believe in the value and dignity of every human life. This World AIDS Day, the United States remains committed to taking action, showing compassion, and bringing hope to those affected by HIV/AIDS around the world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 1, 2003, as World AIDS Day. I urge the Governors of the States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of the other territories subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, and the American people to join me in reaffirming our commitment to combating HIV/AIDS. I encourage all Americans to participate in appropriate commemorative programs and ceremonies in houses of worship, workplaces, and other community centers to remember those who have lost their lives to this deadly disease and to comfort and support those living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-eighth. (Presidential Sig.)B
[FR Doc. 03-30305
Filed 12-3-03; 8:45 am]
Billing code 3195-01-P

Sunshine Act Meeting

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

Dates and Times:

Monday, December 8, 2003, at 1 p.m.; Tuesday, December 9, 2003, at 8:30 a.m.
Place: Washington, DC, at U.S. Postal Service Headquarters, 475 L'Enfant Plaza, SW., in the Benjamin Franklin Room.
Status: December 81:00 p.m. (Closed); December 98:30 a.m. (Open). Matters to be Considered:

Monday, December 81 p.m. (Closed)

1. Audit and Finance Committee Report and Review of YearEnd Financial Statements.

2. Financial Update.

3. Strategic Planning.

4. Personnel Matters and Compensation Issues.

Tuesday, December 98:30 a.m. (Open)

1. Minutes of the Previous Meeting, November 34, 2003.

2. Remarks of the Postmaster General and CEO.

3. Committee Reports.

4. Fiscal Year 2003 Audited Financial Statements.

5. Postal Service Fiscal Year 2003 Annual Report.

6. Final Fiscal Year 2005 Appropriation Request.

7. Tentative Agenda for the January 56, 2004, meeting in Washington, DC.

Revision of Patent Term Extension and Patent Term Adjustment Provisions Related to Decisions by the Board of Patent

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The patent term extension provisions of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act (URAA) and the patent term adjustment provisions of the American Inventors Protection Act of 1999 (AIPA) each provide for the possibility of patent term extension or adjustment if the issuance of the patent was delayed due to review by the Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences (BPAI) or by a Federal court and the patent was issued pursuant to or under a decision in the review reversing an adverse determination of patentability. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (Office) is proposing to revise the rules of practice in patent cases to indicate that under certain circumstances a remand by the Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences shall be considered a decision in the review reversing an adverse determination of patentability for purposes of patent term extension or patent term adjustment.

January 2004 Revision of Patent Cooperation Treaty Application Procedure

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (Office) published a final rule in the Federal Register of October 20, 2003, revising the rules of practice in patent cases to conform them to certain amendments made to the Regulations under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) that will take effect on January 1, 2004. This document corrects three errors in that final rule, and also corrects an additional error in the rules of practice in patent cases relating to PCT procedure.

Nuclear Energy Institute; Denial of Petition for Rulemaking

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is denying a petition for rulemaking (PRM5074) submitted by the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI or petitioner). The petitioner requested that the NRC amend its regulations regarding emergency core cooling systems to allow licensees the optional use of the 1994 American Nuclear Society (ANS) decay heat standard and to allow the use of any future NRCapproved revisions of the standard without additional rulemaking. The NRC is denying the petition primarily because an option to use bestestimate evaluation models is already available to its licensees, which would allow additional operational flexibility. Also, the requested rulemaking would reduce conservatism in an individual portion of NRC regulations without consideration of other potential overall nonconservatism within that portion of the regulations.

Lower Kissimmee River Watershed, Okeechobee and Highlands Counties, FL

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to section 102(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969; the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations (40 CFR part 1500); and the Natural Resources Conservation Service Regulations (7 CFR part 650); the Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, gives notice than an Environmental Impact Statement is not being prepared for the Lower Kissimmee River Watershed, Okeechobee and Highlands counties, Florida.

30-Day Federal Register Notice of Submission of Network to Freedom Application Package to Office of Management and

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 10413, 44 U.S.C. 3507) and 5 CFR part 1320, Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements, the National Park Service (NPS) invites comments on a submitted request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve an extension of a currently approved information collection clearance (OMB 10240232). Comments are invited on (1) the need for the information including whether the information has practical utility; (2) the accuracy of this reporting burden estimate; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. This program will measure performance in meeting goals as required by the 1995 Government Performance and Results Act.

Public Law 105203 authorizes the NPS to develop and administer the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom (Network), a nationwide collection

Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; General Provisions for Domestic Fisheries; Application for Exempted Fishing Permits

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Assistant Regional Administrator for Sustainable Fisheries, Northeast Region, NMFS (Assistant Regional Administrator) has made a preliminary determination that the subject EFP application contains all the required information and warrants further consideration. The Assistant Regional Administrator has also made a preliminary determination that the activities authorized under the EFP would be consistent with the goals and objectives of the Northeast (NE) Multispecies Fishery Management Plan (FMP). However, further review and consultation may be necessary before a final determination is made to issue the EFP. Therefore, NMFS announces that the Assistant Regional Administrator proposes to recommend that an EFP be issued that would allow up to 60 commercial fishing vessels to conduct fishing operations that are otherwise restricted by the regulations governing the fisheries of the Northeastern United States. The EFP would allow for exemptions from the FMP as follows: The Georges Bank (GB) seaso

Proposed Information Collection; Comment Request; Northeast Region Permit Family of Forms

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Commerce, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 10413 (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)).

Restrictions on Use of Public Lands; California

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This notice closes to casual use certain public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, in order to prevent hikers and other visitors from accessing ridges that overlook bighorn sheep breeding pens on the property of the Bighorn Institute.

Notice of Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty New Shipper Review: Honey From the People's Republic of China

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

In response to a request from Shanghai Xiuwei International Trading Co., Ltd. (``Shanghai Xiuwei'') and SichuanDujiangyan Dubao Bee Industrial Co., Ltd. (``Sichuan Dubao''), the Department of Commerce (``the Department'') is conducting a new shipper review of the antidumping duty order on honey from the People's Republic of China. The period of review covers the period February 10, 2001 through November 30, 2002. The preliminarily results are listed below in the section titled ``Preliminary Results of Review.'' Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results.

Open Meeting of the Area 1 Taxpayer Advocacy Panel (Including the States of New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts,

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

An open meeting of the Area 1 Taxpayer Advocacy Panel will be conducted (via teleconference). The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel is soliciting public comments, ideas and suggestions on improving customer service at the Internal Revenue Service.

Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form 2758

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Treasury, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 10413 (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)). Currently, the IRS is soliciting comments concerning Form 2578, Application for Extension of Time To File Certain Excise, Income, and Other Returns.

Notice of Submission of Proposed Information Collection to OMB: Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS)

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The proposed information collection requirement described below has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The Department is soliciting public comments on the subject proposal.

Applicants for ROSS grant funds submit applications for the following grant categories: Resident Service Delivery ModelsFamily, Resident Service Delivery ModelsElderly/Persons with Disabilities, Homeownership Supportive Services, and Neighborhood Networks, and for one additional funding category: Family SelfSufficiency for Public Housing. Applicants describe the activities they will undertake; provide a work plan with a timeline for their activities; indicate their expected outputs and outcomes; provide a budget; and indicate, in the case of nonprofit applicants, which resident groups support their application (per Congressional statute).

Notice of Submission of Proposed Information Collection to OMB: Application and Re-certification for Approval of

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This information collection is an application and/or re certification criteria for nonprofit organizations seeking approval to participate as FHA insured mortgagors or provide downs payment assistance to home buyers, which can be achieved by secondary financing. This information collection also provides standardized information and procedures to ensure equal treatment of applicants throughout the nation and gives HUD sufficient information to ascertain an organization's management and fiscal abilities.

Notice of Submission of Proposed Information Collection to OMB: Public Housing, Contracting With Resident-Owned

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This request is for renewal of approval to require eligible residentowned businesses to submit application information to Housing Agencies (HAs) to be approved for noncompetitive contracting for work to be performed on public housing sites with an alternative to HUD's otherwiserequired competitive procurement procedures.

Eastern Arizona Counties Resource Advisory Committee

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Eastern Arizona Counties Resources Advisory Committee will meet in Show Low, Arizona. The purpose of the meeting is to evaluate project proposals for possible funding in accordance with Public Law 106393 (the Secure Rural Schools and Community SelfDetermination Act).

Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Administrator, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), today accepted a petition filed by the United Fisheries CoOp, Inc., Biloxi, Mississippi, for trade adjustment assistance. The group represents Mississippi shrimpers. The Administrator will determine within 40 days whether or not imports of shrimp contributed importantly to a decline in domestic producer prices of more than 20 percent during the marketing year period beginning January 2002 through December 2002. If the determination is positive, all shrimp producers in Mississippi will be eligible to apply to the Farm Service Agency for technical assistance at no cost and for adjustment assistance payments.

Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Administrator, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), today accepted a petition filed by the US Rice Producers Association, Houston, Texas, for trade adjustment assistance. The Administrator will determine within 40 days whether or not imports of rice contributed importantly to a decline in domestic producer prices of more than 20 percent during the marketing period beginning August 2002 and ending July 2003. If the determination is positive, all producers represented by the group will be eligible to apply to the Farm Service Agency for technical assistance at no
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cost and adjustment assistance payments.

Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Administrator, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), today accepted a petition filed by Organized Seafood Association of Alabama, Bayou La Batre, Alabama, for trade adjustment assistance. The association represents shrimpers and shrimp farmers in Alabama. The Administrator will determine within 40 days whether or not imports of shrimp and prawns contributed importantly to a decline in domestic producer prices of 20 percent or more during the marketing year period beginning January 2002 through December 2002. If the determination is positive, all shrimp producers in Alabama will be eligible to apply to the Farm Service Agency for technical assistance at no cost and for adjustment assistance payments.

Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Administrator, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), today accepted a petition filed by a group of freshwater crawfish producers in Louisiana for trade adjustment assistance. The Administrator will determine within 40 days whether or not imports of crawfish contributed importantly to a decline in domestic producer prices of more than 20 percent during the marketing year period beginning January 2002 through December 2002. If the determination is positive, all crawfish producers in Louisiana will be eligible to apply to the Farm Service Agency for technical assistance at no cost and for adjustment assistance payments.

Final Comprehensive Conservation Plan for Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, Sasabe, AZ

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) announces that the Final Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) is available for the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge). Prepared pursuant to the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966, as amended by the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 (16 U.S.C. 668dd et seq.), and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, this CCP describes how the Service intends to manage this Refuge over the next 15 years.
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Formations of, Acquisitions by, and Mergers of Bank Holding Companies

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The companies listed in this notice have applied to the Board for approval, pursuant to the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 (12 U.S.C. 1841 et seq.) (BHC Act), Regulation Y (12 CFR Part 225), and all other applicable statutes and regulations to become a bank holding company and/or to acquire the assets or the ownership of, control of, or the power to vote shares of a bank or bank holding company and all of the banks and nonbanking companies owned by the bank holding company, including the companies listed below.

The applications listed below, as well as other related filings required by the Board, are available for immediate inspection at the Federal Reserve Bank indicated. The application also will be available for inspection at the offices of the Board of Governors. Interested persons may express their views in writing on the standards enumerated in the BHC Act (12 U.S.C. 1842(c)). If the proposal also involves the acquisition of a nonbanking company, the review also includes whether

Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisition of Shares of Bank or Bank Holding Companies

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The notificants listed below have applied under the Change in Bank Control Act (12 U.S.C. 1817(j)) and Sec. 225.41 of the Board's Regulation Y (12 CFR 225.41) to acquire a bank or bank holding company. The factors that are considered in acting on the notices are set forth in paragraph 7 of the Act (12 U.S.C. 1817(j)(7)).

The notices are available for immediate inspection at the Federal Reserve Bank indicated. The notices also will be available for inspection at the office of the Board of Governors. Interested persons may express their views in writing to the Reserve Bank indicated for that notice or to the offices of the Board of Governors. Comments must be received not later than December 18, 2003.

A. Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (Sue Costello, Vice President) 1000 Peachtree Street, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 303094470:

1. Lawrence Wayne Maxwell, Anita Kay Maxwell, and Lawrence Todd Maxwell, all of Lakeland, Florida; to collectively acquire up to 19.9 percent of the voting shares

Amendments to the Description of Organization and Functions Regulation; Correction

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Federal Housing Finance Board (Finance Board) is correcting a final rule that appeared in the Federal Register of June 27, 2003. That document revised the Finance Board's Description of Organization and Functions regulation to reflect agency reorganizations that already have taken effect. The document was published with an inadvertent error, which referenced Sec. 905.15 as being revised rather than removed. This document corrects that error.

Environmental Impact Statement: Town Boone, Watauga County, NC

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The FHWA is issuing this notice to advise the public that an Environmental Impact Statement will be prepared for a proposed highway project within Watauga County, North Carolina.

Viking Gas Transmission Company; Notice of Compliance Filing

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

Take notice that on November 24, 2003, Viking Gas Transmission Company (Viking) tendered for filing to become part of Viking's FERC Gas Tariff, First Revised Volume No. 1, the following tariff sheets to become effective January 1, 2004:
Sixth Revised Sheet No. 5
Fourth Revised Sheet No. 5E
Fourth Revised Sheet No. 5A
Fourth Revised Sheet No. 5B
Fourth Revised Sheet No. 5F
Fourth Revised Sheet No. 5C
Fourth Revised Sheet No. 5D
Fourth Revised Sheet No. 5G
Sixth Revised Sheet No. 5H

Second Revised Sheet No. 5I

Viking proposes to place the Stage 2 Rates into effect in accordance with the terms and conditions of Viking's Stipulation and Agreement.

Viking states that copies of this filing have been sent to all of Viking's contracted shippers and interested state commissions.

Any person desiring to protest said filing should file a protest with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426, in accordance with Sec. 385.211 of the C

Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Corporation; Notice of Tariff Filing

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

Take notice that on November 24, 2003, Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Corporation (Transco) tendered for filing as part of its FERC Gas Tariff, Third Revised Volume No. 1, Third Revised Sheet No. 60A, Eleventh Revised Sheet No. 60B and Tenth Revised Sheet No. 60C proposed to be effective January 1, 2004.

Transco states that the purpose of the instant filing is to calculate the firm transportation service load factors on the actual volumes transported during the 12month period October 2002 through September 2003 in accordance with GRI's 1993 settlement and to make the appropriate changes to its list of small customers and high and low load factor large customers included in its tariff.

Transco states that copies of the filing are being mailed to affected customers and interested State Commissions.

Any person desiring to be heard or to protest said filing should file a motion to intervene or a protest with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street

Kern River Gas Transmission Company; Notice of Proposed Changes in FERC Gas Tariff

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

Take notice that on November 25, 2003, Kern River Gas Transmission Company (Kern River) tendered for filing as part of its FERC Gas Tariff, Second Revised Volume No. 1, the tariff sheets listed on Appendix A of the filing, to be effective January 1, 2004.

Kern River states that the purpose of this filing is (1) to adjust Kern River's daily reservation/demand rates, authorized overrun rates, and interruptible rates to reflect a slight reduction in those rates because calendar year 2004 has 366 days, and current rates are based on 365 days; (2) to delete the monthly rates stated in Kern River's tariff; (3) to change monthly rate references and formulas to daily rate references and formulas, where applicable, and to make other miscellaneous, raterelated changes.

Kern River states that it has served a copy of this filing upon its customers and interested state regulatory commissions.

Any person desiring to be heard or to protest said filing should file a motion to i

Great Lakes Gas Transmission Limited Partnership; Notice of Compliance Filing

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

Take notice that on November 24, 2003, Great Lakes Gas Transmission Limited Partnership (Great Lakes) tendered for filing as part of its FERC Gas Tariff, Second Revised Volume No. 1, the following tariff sheets, proposed to be effective June 1, 2003:
Second Substitute Eighth Revised Sheet No. 10
Third Substitute Fourth Revised Sheet No. 39A
1st Rev Sixth Revised Sheet No. 42
Substitute Eighth Revised Sheet No. 42A
Second Substitute Third Revised Sheet No. 50A

Substitute Second Revised Sheet No. 50Q

Great Lakes states that these tariff sheets are being filed in compliance with the Commission's October 27, 2003 Order on Compliance Filing relative to Order Nos. 637, 587G, and 587L in Docket No. RP00 329004 (October 27 Order), wherein the Commission accepted Great Lakes' proposed revisions, with some modifications. Great Lakes was directed to file revised tariff sheets within thirty (30) days of the October 27 Order consistent with the modifications set forth in that Order. Gr

Gas Transmission Northwest Corporation; Notice of Tariff Filing

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

Take notice that on November 25, 2003, Gas Transmission Northwest Corporation (GTN) tendered for filing various tariff sheets to incorporate into Third Revised Volume No. 1A, sheets that have recently been approved by the Commission in GTN's superseded FERC Gas Tariff, Second Revised Volume No. 1A.

GTN states that it recently replaced Second Revised Volume No. 1A with Third Revised Volume No. 1A in order to reflect a corporate name change. GTN requests that the Commission accept the abovereferenced tariff sheets to be effective on November 1, 2003.

GTN further states that a copy of this filing has been served on GTN's jurisdictional customers and interested state regulatory agencies.

Any person desiring to protest said filing should file a protest with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426, in accordance with Sec. 385.211 of the Commission's Rules and Regulations. All such protests must be filed in accordance wit

Gas Transmission Northwest Corporation; Notice of Tariff Filing

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

Take notice that on November 25, 2003, Gas Transmission Northwest Corporation (GTN) tendered for filing as part of its FERC Gas Tariff, Third Revised Volume No. 1A, Substitute First Revised Sheet No. 23 to correct a rate reference on First Revised Sheet No. 23. GTN requests that the Commission accept the abovereferenced tariff sheet to be effective on October 6, 2003.

GTN further states that a copy of this filing has been served on GTN's jurisdictional customers and interested state regulatory agencies.

Any person desiring to be heard or to protest said filing should file a motion to intervene or a protest with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426, in accordance with Sec. 385.214 or 385.211 of the Commission's Rules and Regulations. All such motions or protests must be filed in accordance with Sec. 154.210 of the Commission's Regulations. Protests will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate

Florida Gas Transmission Company; Notice of Compliance Filing

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

Take notice that on November 25, 2003, Florida Gas Transmission Company (``FGT'') tendered for filing to become part of its FERC Gas Tariff, Third Revised Volume No. 1, the following tariff sheets effective November 1, 2003:
Substitute Third Revised Sheet No. 14
Substitute First Revised Sheet No. 22H

Substitute Fourth Revised Sheet No. 59

FGT states that on October 1, 2003, FGT filed in Docket No. RP04 12000 a Section 4 Rate Case including revised tariff sheets with a proposed effective date of November 1, 2003. Such tariff sheets included a proposal to provide for partial reservation charge credits, based on the return on equity and related income tax components, in all situations where FGT is unable to fulfill its firm obligations. FGT states that by order dated October 31, 2003 (Order), the Commission, among other things, determined that partial reservation credits were appropriate only in force majeure situations and directed FGT to file within 30 days thereof revise

Virginia Electric Power Company; Notice of Availability of Environmental Assessment

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (Commission) regulations, 18 CFR Part 380 (Order No. 486, 52 FR 47897), the Office of Energy Projects has reviewed the application for license for the Roanoke Rapids and Gaston Hydroelectric Project, located on the Roanoke River in Brunswick and Mecklenburg Counties, Virginia, and Halifax, Northampton and Warren Counties, North Carolina. The project occupies approximately 252 acres of federal land that is administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Commission staff has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the project. The EA contains the staff's analysis of the potential environmental impacts of the project and concludes that licensing the project, with appropriate environmental protective measures, would not constitute a major federal action that would significantly affect the quality of the human environment.

A copy of the EA is available

AES Ocean Express, L.L.C.; Notice of Availability of the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed AES

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

November 28, 2003.

The staff of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC or Commission) has prepared a Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) on the natural gas pipeline facilities proposed by AES Ocean Express, L.L.C. (Ocean Express) in the abovereferenced docket.

The FEIS was prepared to satisfy the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act. The staff concludes that approval of the proposed project with the appropriate mitigating measures as recommended, would have limited adverse environmental impact. The FEIS also evaluates alternatives to the proposal, including system alternatives; major route alternatives; and route variations.

The FEIS addresses the potential environmental effects of the construction and operation of the following facilities:
[sbull] About 54.5miles of 24inchdiameter of new natural gas pipeline extending from a point on the Exclusive Economic Zone (``EEZ'') boundary between the United States and the Bahamas to delivery points in Brow

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has submitted the following proposed information collection to the Office of Management and Budget for review and clearance in accordance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3507).

Title: PreDisaster Mitigation Grant Program (PDM) EGrants.

Type of Information Collection: Extension of a currently approved collection.

OMB Number: 16600071.

Abstract: This collection is necessary to provide Federal grant assistance to State, local governments, and federally recognized Indian tribal governments, to develop mitigation plans in accordance with section 322 of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, to implement pre disaster mitigation projects that primarily reduces the risks of natural hazards on life and property, but may include hazards caused by nonnatural forces, and to provide information and technical assistance to costeffective mitigation activities. FEMA will make the Pre Disaster Mitigation grant application

Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed continuing information collections. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), this notice seeks comments concerning the continuing collection of information, which is necessary for assessment and improvement of the delivery of disaster assistance. The forms serve as survey tools used to evaluate customer perceptions of effectiveness, timeliness and satisfaction with initial, continuing and final delivery of disasterrelated assistance.

Sunshine Act Notices

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

Previously Announced Date and Time: Tuesday, December 2, 2003, 10 a.m. meeting closed to the public. This Meeting was cancelled.
Previously Announced Date and Time: Thursday, December 4, 2003, 10 a.m. meeting open to the public.

The following item was added to the agenda: Final Rules and Explanation and Justification to Travel on Behalf of Candidates and Political Committees.

The following item was withdrawn: Draft Advisory Opinion 200331, Senator Mark Dayton by counsel, Marc E. Elias.
Previously Announced Date and Time: Tuesday, December 16, 2003, 10 a.m. meeting closed to the public. This Meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, December 15, 2003, at 10 a.m.
Date and Time: Tuesday, December 9, 2003, at 10 a.m.
Place: 999 E Street, NW., Washington, DC.
Status: This Meeting will be closed to the public.
Items to be Discussed:

Compliance matters pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 437g.

Audits conducted pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 437g, Sec. 437(b), and title 26, U.S.C.

Matters concerning participat

Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000 Series Airplanes

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Dassault Model Falcon 2000 series airplanes. This proposal would require modification of the forward ribs of the left and right engine pylons to plug holes left open during production. This action is necessary to prevent fuel leakage into a ``hot'' section of the engine, and consequent propagation of an uncontained engine fire. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-600, 737-700, 737- 700C, 737-800, and 737-900 Series Airplanes

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Model 737600, 737700, 737700C, 737800, and 737900 series airplanes. This proposal would require measuring the electrical resistance of the support bracket for the fire extinguisher bottle located in the left main landing gear wheel well to ensure that it does not exceed the maximum allowed resistance; and corrective actions, if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent high electrical resistance in the squib firing circuit, which could result in insufficient electrical current to fire the fire extinguisher bottle squib and discharge the fire extinguishing agent, which could lead to an uncontrolled engine fire. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319 and A320 Series Airplanes

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This document proposes the supersedure of an existing airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Airbus Model A320 series airplanes, that currently requires repetitive ultrasonic inspections to detect fatigue cracking in the wing/fuselage joint cruciform fittings, and corrective actions if necessary. This action would require repetitive ultrasonic inspections for fatigue cracking in the wing/fuselage joint cruciform fittings at a reduced inspection threshold and repetitive interval. This action also would add airplanes to the applicability of the existing AD. The actions specified by the proposed AD are intended to detect and correct fatigue cracks on the wing/fuselage joint cruciform fittings, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the wing/fuselage. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 Airplanes

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This amendment supersedes an existing airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model MD11 airplanes, that currently requires repetitive general visual inspections of the power feeder cables, terminal strip, fuseholder, and fuses of the galley load control unit (GLCU) within the No. 3 bay electrical power center (EPC) to detect damage; and corrective actions, if necessary. For certain airplanes, this amendment requires replacement of the electrical wiring of the galley in the EPC. For certain other airplanes, this amendment requires an inspection to detect damage of the electrical wiring of the galley in the EPC; corrective actions if necessary; modification of the wiring support; and removal of spare fuses; as applicable. These new actions terminate the repetitive inspection requirements. This amendment also limits the applicability of the existing AD. This amendment is prompted by the FAA's determination that additional rulemaking is necessary. The actions specifi

Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-81 (MD- 81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87),

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all McDonnell Douglas Model DC981 (MD81), DC982 (MD 82), DC983 (MD83), DC987 (MD87), and MD88 airplanes. This action requires onetime inspections to detect discrepancies of electrical wiring installations in various areas of the airplane, and corrective action if necessary. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent smoke and fire in various areas of the airplane due to heat damage and/or electrical arcing of improperly installed wiring. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 and -11F Airplanes

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This amendment supersedes an existing airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell
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Douglas Model MD11 series airplanes, that currently requires performing a general visual inspection to detect chafing or damage of the parallel power feeder cables of the number 2 integrated drive generator (IDG); repairing any chafed cable and damaged structure; and repositioning the parallel power feeder cables of the number 2 IDG. This amendment revises the applicability of the existing AD by adding certain airplanes and removing certain other airplanes. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent chafing and arcing of the parallel feeder cables of the number 2 IDG, which could result in smoke and/or fire in the right aft galley area. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-10-10, DC- 10-10F, DC-10-15, DC-10-30, DC-10-30F, DC-10-30F

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC1010, DC1010F, DC 1015, DC1030, DC1030F, DC1030F (KC10A and KDC10), DC1040, DC 1040F, MD1010F, MD1030F, MD11, and MD11F airplanes, that
requires a onetime inspection to determine the thickness of the walls of the rudder pedal arm assembly for the captain's and first officer's rudder pedals, and followon actions. This action is necessary to prevent failure of the rudder pedal arm assembly, which, under certain conditions, could result in reduced controllability of the airplane. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H airplanes that are equipped with a Honeywell KAP 140 autopilot computer system installed on the center instrument control panel near the throttle. This AD requires you to install an update to the operating software of the KAP 140 autopilot computer system, change the unit's part number, and change the software modification identification tag. This AD is the result of reports of inadvertent and undetected engagement of the autopilot system. We are issuing this AD to prevent unintentionally engaging the KAP 140 autopilot computer system, which could cause the pilot to take inappropriate actions.

Proposed CERCLA Administrative Agreement for the Recovery of Past Response Costs Incurred at the Weld County Waste

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with the requirements of section 122(i) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, as amended (``CERCLA''), 42 U.S.C. 9622(i), notice is hereby given of a proposed administrative settlement under section 122(h)(1) of CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9622(h)(1), concerning the Weld County Waste Disposal site located at 4982 Weld County Road 35, approximately 4\1/2\ miles east of Ft. Lupton, in Weld County, Colorado. This settlement, embodied in a CERCLA section 122(h) Agreement for Recovery of Past Response Costs (``Agreement''), is designed to resolve each Settling Party's liability at the Site for past work and past response costs through covenants under sections 106 and 107 of CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9606 and 9607. The proposed Agreement requires the Settling Parties listed in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below to pay an aggregate total of $2,710,542.59.

Opportunity for Comment: For thirty (30) days following the date of publication of this notice, the

Proposed Agreement Pursuant to Section 122(h)(1) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with section 122(i)(1) of the comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1984, as amended (``CERCLA''), notification is hereby given of a proposed administrative agreement concerning the Marina Cliffs/Northwestern Barrel hazardous waste site in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin (the ``Site''). EPA proposes to enter into this agreement under the authority of section 122(h) and 107 of CERCLA. The proposed agreement has been executed by Towne Realty, Inc. (the ``Settling Party'').

Under the proposed agreement, the Settling Party will pay $850,000 in two installments to the trust fund established to pay for response costs to be incurred by other potentially responsible parties (``PRPs'') under cleanup orders issued by EPA at the Site. EPA and these PRPs have incurred and will incur response costs mitigating an imminent and substantial endangerment to human health or the environment present or threatened by hazardous substances present at the Site.

For thi

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Registration of

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that an Information Collection Request (ICR) has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. This is a request to renew an existing approved collection. This ICR is scheduled to expire on January 31, 2004. Under OMB regulations, the Agency may continue to
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conduct or sponsor the collection of information while this submission is pending at OMB. This ICR describes the nature of the information collection and its estimated burden and cost.

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review and Approval; Comment Request; NSPS for Commercial

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that an Information Collection Request (ICR) has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. This is a request to renew an existing approved collection. This ICR is scheduled to expire on January 31, 2004. Under OMB regulations, the Agency may continue to conduct or sponsor the collection of information while this submission is pending at OMB. This ICR describes the nature of the information collection and its estimated burden and cost.

Revisions to the California State Implementation Plan, Ventura County Air Pollution Control District

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

EPA is proposing to approve revisions to the Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP). These revisions concern volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from adhesives and sealants. We are proposing to approve a local rule to regulate these emission sources under the Clean Air Act as amended in 1990 (CAA or the Act).

Revisions to the California State Implementation Plan, Ventura County Air Pollution Control District

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

EPA is taking direct final action to approve revisions to the Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP). These revisions concern volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from adhesives and sealants. We are approving a local rule that regulates these emission sources under the Clean Air Act as amended in 1990 (CAA or the Act).

Interim Final Determination To Stay Sanctions, Ventura County Air Pollution Control District

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

EPA is making an interim final determination to stay imposition of sanctions based on a proposed approval of revisions to the Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP) published elsewhere in today's Federal Register. The revisions concern VCAPCD Rule 74.20.

Intent To Prepare a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Water Conservation Area 3 Decompartmentalization and

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

The Jacksonville District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), intends to prepare an integrated Project Implementation Report (PIR) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Water Conservation Area 3 (WCA3) Decompartmentalization and Sheet Flow Enhancement Project Part 1 (Decomp Project). The project is a cooperative effort between the Corps and the south Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), which is also a cooperating agency for this Draft EIS (DEIS). WCA3 (made up of WCA 3A and WCA 3B) is located immediately north of Everglades National park (ENP) in Broward and MiamiDade Counties. Among the environmentally detrimental effects resulting from the construction of the Central and Southern Florida Project (C&SF), of which WCA 3 is a part, are the compartmentalization and constriction of historically broad wetlands, altered hydroperiods, reduction of wildlife, and degradation of water quality. The Decomp Project will investigate alternatives to reduce barriers to sheet flow such as

Sociocultural and Community Risk and Protective Factors for Child Maltreatment and Youth Violence

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

Announcement Type: New.

Funding Opportunity Number: 04056.

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 93.136.

Key Dates: Letter of Intent Deadline: January 5, 2004.

Application Deadline: February 17, 2004.

I. Funding Opportunity Description

Authority: This program is authorized under section 301(a) [42 U.S.C. 241(a)] of the Public Health Service Act and section 391(a) [42 U.S.C. 280b(a)] of the Public Service Health Act, as amended.

Purpose: The purpose of this program is to inform violence prevention efforts by testing the extent to which potentially modifiable sociocultural and community risk and protective factors are associated with child maltreatment and early risk factors for youth violence. This program addresses the ``Healthy People 2010'' focus area of Injury and Violence Prevention.

Measurable outcomes of the program will be in alignment with the following performance goal for the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC): Conduct a targe

Performance Review Board Membership for the Chief of Staff of the Army

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

Notice is given of the names of members of a Performance Review Board for the Department of the Army.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Thu, Dec 4 2003 11:00:00 GMT

December 1, 2003.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted the following information collection requirement (s) to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 10413. Comments regarding (a) whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of burden including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Desk Officer for Agriculture, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Clearance Office, USDA, OCIO, Mail Stop