AGENCY:
Department of Energy.
ACTION:
Semi-annual regulatory agenda.
SUMMARY:
The Department of Energy (DOE) has prepared and is making available its portion of the semi-annual Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions (Agenda) pursuant to Executive Order 12866, “Regulatory Planning and Review,” and the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
The Agenda is a government-wide compilation of upcoming and ongoing regulatory activity, including a brief description of each rulemaking and a timetable for action. The Agenda also includes a list of regulatory actions completed since publication of the last Agenda. The Department of Energy's portion of the Agenda includes regulatory actions called for by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, the American Energy Manufacturing Technical Corrections Act and programmatic needs of DOE offices.
The Internet is the basic means for disseminating the Agenda and providing users the ability to obtain information from the Agenda database. DOE's Spring 2016 Agenda can be accessed online by going to www.reginfo.gov. Agenda entries reflect the status of activities as of approximately May 31, 2016.
Publication in the Federal Register is mandated by the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 602) only for Agenda entries that require either a regulatory flexibility analysis or periodic review under section 610 of that Act. DOE's regulatory flexibility agenda is made up of five rulemakings setting energy efficiency standards for the following products:
- General Service Lamps
- Walk-In Coolers and Freezers
- Commercial Packaged Boilers
- Cooking Products
- Residential Furnaces
- Miscellaneous Refrigeration Equipment
P. Croley,
General Counsel.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy—Proposed Rule Stage
| Sequence No. | Title | Regulation Identifier No. |
|---|---|---|
| 91 | Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Packaged Boilers | 1904-AD01 |
| 92 | Energy Conservation Standards for General Service Lamps | 1904-AD09 |
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy—Final Rule Stage
| Sequence No. | Title | Regulation Identifier No. |
|---|---|---|
| 93 | Test Procedures for Light-Emitting Diode Lamps | 1904-AC67 |
| 94 | Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential Dehumidifiers | 1904-AC81 |
| 95 | Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Warm Air Furnaces | 1904-AD11 |
| 96 | Energy Conservation Standards for Ceiling Fans | 1904-AD28 |
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy—Completed Actions
| Sequence No. | Title | Regulation Identifier No. |
|---|---|---|
| 97 | Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial and Industrial Pumps | 1904-AC54 |
| 98 | Energy Conservation Standards for Residential Ceiling Fan Light Kits | 1904-AC87 |
| 99 | Energy Conservation Standards for Residential Boilers | 1904-AC88 |
| 100 | Standards for Refrigerated Bottled or Canned Beverage Vending Machines | 1904-AD00 |
| 101 | Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Pre-Rinse Spray Valves | 1904-AD31 |
Defense and Security Affairs—Proposed Rule Stage
| Sequence No. | Title | Regulation Identifier No. |
|---|---|---|
| 102 | Chronic Beryllium Disease Prevention Program | 1992-AA39 |
| 103 | Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites | 1992-AA53 |
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
Proposed Rule Stage
91. Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Packaged Boilers
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6313(a)(6)(C)
Abstract: EPCA, as amended by AEMTCA, requires the Secretary to determine whether updating the statutory energy conservation standards for commercial packaged boilers is technically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. If justified, the Secretary will issue amended energy conservation standards for such equipment.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Notice of Proposed Determination (NOPD) | 08/13/13 | |
| NOPD Comment Period End | 09/12/13 | |
| Notice of Public Meeting and Framework Document Availability | 09/03/13 | |
| Framework Document Comment Period End | 10/18/13 | |
| Notice of Public Meeting and Preliminary Analysis | 11/20/14 | |
| Preliminary Analysis Comment Period End | 01/20/15 | |
| Withdrawal of NOPD | 08/25/15 | |
| NPRM | 03/24/16 | 81 FR 15836 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 05/23/16 | |
| NPRM Comment Period Extended | 05/04/16 | 81 FR 26747 |
| NPRM Comment Period Extended End | 06/22/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: James Raba, Office of Building Technologies Program, EE-5B, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 586-8654, Email: jim.raba@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AD01
92. Energy Conservation Standards for General Service Lamps
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6295(i)(6)(A) and (B)
Abstract: Amendments to Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 direct DOE to conduct two rulemaking cycles to evaluate energy conservation standards for GSLs, the first of which must be initiated no later than January 1, 2014. EPCA specifically states that the scope of the rulemaking is not limited to incandescent lamp technologies. EPCA also states that DOE must consider in the first rulemaking cycle the minimum backstop requirement of 45 lumens per watt for general service lamps (GSLs) effective January 1, 2020. This rulemaking constitutes DOE's first rulemaking cycle.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Framework Document Availability; Notice of Public Meeting | 12/09/13 | |
| Framework Document Comment Period End | 01/23/14 | |
| Framework Document Comment Period Extended | 01/23/14 | 79 FR 3742 |
| Framework Document Comment Period Extended End | 02/07/14 | |
| Preliminary Analysis; Notice of Public Meeting | 12/11/14 | |
| Preliminary Analysis Comment Period End | 02/09/15 | |
| Preliminary Analysis Comment Period Extended | 01/30/15 | 80 FR 5052 |
| Preliminary Analysis Comment Period Extended End | 02/23/15 | |
| Notice of Public Meeting; Webinar | 03/15/16 | 81 FR 13763 |
| NPRM | 03/17/16 | 81 FR 14528 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 05/16/16 | |
| Final Action | 12/00/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lucy DeButts, Office of Buildings Technologies Program, EE-5B, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 287-1604 Email: lucy.debutts@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AD09
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
Final Rule Stage
93. Test Procedures for Light-Emitting Diode Lamps
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294(a)(6); 42 U.S.C. 6293
Abstract: EPCA, as amended by EISA 2007, requires the Secretary to create test procedures for light emitting diode (LED) lamps that accurately represent the energy consumption of this product. This rulemaking is supporting the implementation by the Federal Trade Commission of labeling provisions under 42 U.S.C. 6294(a)(6), as well as the ongoing general service lamps rulemaking, which includes LED lamps.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| NPRM | 04/09/12 | |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 06/25/12 | |
| Supplemental NPRM | 06/03/14 | |
| Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End | 08/04/14 | |
| Second Supplemental NPRM | 06/26/14 | |
| Second Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End | 08/04/14 | |
| Third Supplemental NPRM | 07/09/15 | 80 FR 39644 |
| Third Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End | 08/10/15 | |
| Final Action | 07/00/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lucy DeButts, Office of Buildings Technologies Program, EE-5B, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 287-1604, Email: lucy.debutts@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AC67
94. Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential Dehumidifiers
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6295(m) and (cc)
Abstract: EPCA requires the Secretary to determine whether updating the statutory energy conservation standards for residential dehumidifiers is technically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. If these criteria are met, the Secretary will issue amended energy conservation standards.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Notice of Public Meeting and Framework Document Availability | 08/17/12 | |
| Framework Document Comment Period Extended | 08/28/12 | 77 FR 51943 |
| Framework Document Comment Period Extended End | 10/17/12 | |
| Notice of Public Meeting and Preliminary Analysis | 05/22/14 | |
| Preliminary Analysis Comment Period End | 07/21/14 | |
| NPRM | 06/03/15 | 80 FR 31646 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 08/03/15 | |
| Final Action | 05/00/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: John Cymbalsky, Office of Building Technologies Program, EE-5B, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 287-1692, Email: john.cymbalsky@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AC81
95. Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Warm Air Furnaces
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6313(a)(6)(C)(i) and (vi); 42 U.S.C. 6316; 42 U.S.C. 6295(p)(4)
Abstract: EPCA, as amended by AEMTCA, requires the Secretary to determine whether updating the statutory energy conservation standards for commercial warm air furnaces is technically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. If justified, the Secretary will issue amended energy conservation standards for this type of equipment. On April 1, 2015, DOE published a notice announcing the creation of a working group under the Appliance Standards Federal Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ASRAC). (80 FR 17363) to potentially develop negotiated standards. DOE has since published a direct final rule and supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking that embodies the standards-related aspects of the recommendations submitted to (and approved by) ASRAC.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Request for Information (RFI) | 05/02/13 | |
| RFI Comment Period End | 06/03/13 | |
| NPRM | 02/04/15 | 80 FR 6182 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 04/06/15 | |
| Notice of Intent to Form Working Group | 04/01/15 | |
| Notice of Public Meeting for Working Group | 05/07/15 | |
| Direct Final Rule | 01/15/16 | 81 FR 2420 |
| Supplemental NPRM | 01/15/16 | |
| Direct Final Rule and SNPRM Comment Period End | 05/04/16 | |
| Direct Final Rule Effective | 05/16/16 | |
| Final Action | 06/00/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: John Cymbalsky, Office of Building Technologies Program, EE-5B, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 287-1692, Email: john.cymbalsky@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AD11
96. Energy Conservation Standards For Ceiling Fans
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6295(ff)
Abstract: EPCA authorizes the Secretary to determine whether updating the statutory energy conservation standards for ceiling fans is technically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. If these criteria are met, the Secretary may issue amended energy conservation standards for ceiling fans.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| NPRM | 01/13/16 | 81 FR 1688 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 03/14/16 | |
| NPRM Comment Period Extended | 03/15/16 | 81 FR 13763 |
| NPRM Comment Period Extended End | 04/14/16 | |
| Final Action | 07/00/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lucy DeButts, Office of Buildings Technologies Program, EE-5B, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 287-1604, Email: lucy.debutts@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AD28
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
Completed Actions
97. Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial and Industrial Pumps
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6311(1)(A)
Abstract: EPCA, as amended, authorizes the Secretary to determine whether establishing energy conservation standards for commercial and industrial pumps is technically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. On June 13, 2013, DOE published a notice of intent to establish a negotiated rulemaking working group for the commercial and industrial pumps rulemaking under the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee (ASRAC) in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) and the Negotiated Rulemaking Act (NRA) to negotiate proposed Federal standards for the energy efficiency of commercial and industrial pumps (78 FR 44036). The purpose of the working group was to discuss and, if possible, reach consensus on a proposed rule for the energy efficiency of commercial and industrial pumps. The working group negotiated standard levels that were accepted by ASRAC on July 7, 2014. As a result, DOE has proposed to adopt the working groups' recommendations.
Completed:
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Final Action | 01/26/16 | 81 FR 4368 |
| Final Action Effective | 03/28/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: John Cymbalsky, Phone: 202 287-1692, Email: john.cymbalsky@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AC54
98. Energy Conservation Standards for Residential Ceiling Fan Light Kits
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6295(ff)(5)
Abstract: EPCA authorizes the Secretary to determine whether updating the statutory energy conservation standards for ceiling fan light kits is technically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. If the criteria are met, the Secretary may issue amended energy conservation standards for these products.
Completed:
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Final Action | 01/06/16 | 81 FR 580 |
| Final Action Effective | 03/07/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Lucy DeButts, Phone: 202 287-1604, Email: lucy.debutts@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AC87
99. Energy Conservation Standards for Residential Boilers
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6295(f)(4)(C); 42 U.S.C. 6295(m)(1); 42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(3)
Abstract: EPCA, as amended by EISA 2007, requires the Secretary to determine whether updating the statutory energy conservation standards for residential boilers is technically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant conservation of energy. If justified, the Secretary will issue amended energy conservation standards for residential boilers.
Completed:
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Final Action | 01/15/16 | 81 FR 2320 |
| Final Action Effective | 03/15/16 | |
| Final Action; Technical Correction | 01/27/16 | 81 FR 4574 |
| Final Action; Technical Correction Effective | 01/27/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: John Cymbalsky, Phone: 202 287-1692, Email: john.cymbalsky@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AC88
100. Standards for Refrigerated Bottled or Canned Beverage Vending Machines
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6295(m)(1)
Abstract: EPCA, as amended by AEMTCA 2012, requires the Secretary to determine whether updating the statutory energy conservation standards for refrigerated beverage vending machines is technologically feasible and economically justified. The Secretary issued amended energy conservation standards on January 8, 2016.
Completed:
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Final Action | 01/08/16 | 81 FR 1028 |
| Final Action Effective | 03/08/16 | |
| Final Rule; Correcting Amendment | 04/25/16 | |
| Final Rule; Correcting Amendment Effective | 04/25/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: John Cymbalsky, Phone: 202 287-1692, Email: john.cymbalsky@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AD00
101. Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Pre-Rinse Spray Valves
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6295(m)
Abstract: EPCA, as amended by EPACT 2005, requires the Secretary to determine whether amending the statutory energy conservation standards for commercial pre-rinse spray valves is technologically feasible and economically justified. If justified, the Secretary will issue amended energy conservation standards for commercial prerinse spray valves.
Completed:
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Notice of Data Availability (NODA) | 11/12/15 | |
| NODA Comment Period End | 12/04/15 | |
| Final Action | 01/27/16 | 81 FR 4748 |
| Final Action Effective | 03/28/16 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Ashley Armstrong, Phone: 202 586-6590, Email: ashley.armstrong@ee.doe.gov.
RIN: 1904-AD31
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)
Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)
Proposed Rule Stage
102. Chronic Beryllium Disease Prevention Program
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 2201(i)(3), and (p); 42 U.S.C. 2282c; 29 U.S.C. 668; 42 U.S.C. 7107 et seq.; 50 U.S.C. 2401 et seq.; E.O. 12196
Abstract: The Department of Energy is amending its current chronic beryllium disease prevention program regulation. The proposed amendments would improve and strengthen the current provisions and continue to be applicable to DOE Federal and contractor employees who are, were, or potentially were exposed to beryllium at DOE sites.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| NPRM | 05/00/16 | |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 07/00/16 | |
| Final Action | 07/00/17 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jacqueline D. Rogers, Industrial Hygienist, AU-11, Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 586-4714, Email: jackie.rogers@hq.doe.gov.
RIN: 1992-AA39
103. • Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at Doe Sites
Legal Authority: 41 U.S.C. 701 et seq.; 41 U.S.C. 2012, 2013, 2051, 2061, 2165, 2201b, 2201i, and 2201p; 42 U.S.C. 5814 and 5815; 42 U.S.C. 7151, 7251, and 7256; 50 U.S.C. 2401 et seq.
Abstract: The Department of Energy is amending its regulation related to workplace substance abuse programs at DOE sites. The proposed amendments would address drug and alcohol abuse; testing workers in certain sensitive positions; development and approval of a workplace substance abuse program; employee assistance programs; and training. The proposed amendments would improve and strengthen the substance abuse programs; and enhance consistency with advances in similar rules and other Federal drug and alcohol programs that place similar requirements on the private sector.
Timetable:
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
|---|---|---|
| NPRM | 12/00/16 | |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 03/00/17 | |
| Final Action | 12/00/17 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.
Agency Contact: Jacqueline D. Rogers, Industrial Hygienist, AU-11, Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, Phone: 202 586-4714, Email: jackie.rogers@hq.doe.gov.
RIN: 1992-AA53
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