Proposed addition of Fort Detrick Area B Ground Water to the National Priorities List (NPL). Comments are due November 3, 2008. The POC is Robert Myers, phone (703) 603-8851, myers.robert@epa.gov, Site Assessment and Remedy Decisions Branch, Assessment and Remediation Division, Office of Superfund Remediation and Technology Innovation (Mail Code 5204P), U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; or the Superfund Hotline, phone (800) 424-9346 or (703) 412-9810 in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area (Federal Register: September 3, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 51393-51400).

The intent of these revisions are to clarify several definitions, to clarify when the section 7 regulations are applicable and the correct standards for effects analysis, and to establish time frames for the informal consultation process. Comments are due September 15, 2008. POCs are Office of the Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, 1849 C Street, NW., Washington, DC 20240; telephone: 202-208-4416; or James H. Lecky, Director, Office of Protected Resources, National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910; telephone: 301-713-2332 (Federal Register: August 15, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 47868-47875).

This is a proposal to amend DOE's test procedures for battery chargers and external power supplies to include provisions for measuring standby mode and off mode energy consumption, as directed by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. DOE also proposes to add a test procedure for measuring the energy consumption of multiple-voltage external power supplies. In addition, DOE proposes to make revisions to the single-voltage external power supply test procedure. DOE also proposes to extend the current certification reporting requirements to the Class A external power supplies for which Congress established energy efficiency standards in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. Comments will be accepted until October 29, 2008.POCs are Ms. Francine Pinto or Mr. Michael Kido, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of the General Counsel, GC-72, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585. Telephone: (202) 586-9507. E-mail: Francine.Pinto@hq.doe.gov or Michael.Kido@hq.doe.gov  (Federal Register: August 15, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 48053-48083)

Prior to submitting the proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, EPA is soliciting comments on the contents of the proposed information collection. Comments must be submitted on or before November 10, 2008. POCs are Meghan Hessenauer, Engineering and Analysis Division, Office of Science and Technology, Mail Code 4303T, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number (202) 566-1040; fax number (202) 566-1053; e-mail address hessenauer.meghan@epa.gov or Carey Johnston, Engineering and Analysis Division, Office of Science and Technology, Mail Code 4303T, EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number (202) 566-1014; fax number (202) 566-1053; e-mail address johnston.carey@epa.gov  (Federal Register: August 12, 2008 [Notices], Page 46903-46906).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to provide loan guarantees for projects to construct renewable fuel pipelines, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 31, 2008 [House], Page H7784).

A bill to greatly enhance the Nation's path toward energy independence and environmental, energy, economic, and national security, by amending Federal policy to increase the production of domestic energy sources, to dedicate fixed percentages of the royalties received for conservation programs, environmental restoration projects, renewable energy research and development, clean energy technology research and development, increased development of existing energy sources, and energy assistance for those in need, and to share a portion of such royalties with producing States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Science and Technology, Education and Labor, the Budget, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 31, 2008 [House], Page H7785.) Text of the Bill to be available here.

A bill to encourage greater energy efficiency in building codes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: July 31, 2008 [House], Page H7786.) Text of the Bill to be available here.

A bill to encourage stronger building energy efficiency codes, promote renewable energy technology deployment, and protect the United States from the effects of climate change, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: July 31, 2008 [House], Page H7786.) Text of the Bill to be available here.

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to update a program to provide assistance for the planning, design, and construction of treatment works to intercept, transport, control, or treat municipal combined sewer overflows and sanitary sewer overflows, and to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to update certain guidance used to develop and determine the financial capability of communities to implement clean water infrastructure programs; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: August 1, 2008 [Senate], Page S8035). Text of the Bill to be available here.

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to provide that greenhouse gases are not subject to the Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: July 30, 2008 [House], Page H7628).

The advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) solicits public comment on responding to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in MA v. EPA. The Court ruled that the CAA authorizes regulation of GHGs since GHGs meet the definition of air pollutant under the CAA. Due to the possible ramifications of a decision to regulate GHGs under the CAA, the notice reviews CAA provisions that may be applicable to regulate GHGs, examines issues that regulating GHGs may raise, provides information on regulatory approaches and technologies for reducing GHG emissions, and raises issues relevant to possible legislation and the potential for overlap between legislation and CAA regulation. The notice solicits comment on petitions received to regulate GHG emissions from ships, aircraft and nonroad vehicles. Comments must be received on or before 11/28/08. POC is Joe Dougherty, Office of Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone #: (202) 564-1659; fax #: (202) 564-1543; e-mail: Dougherty.Joseph-J@epa.gov  (Federal Register: July 30, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 44353-44520).

PHMSA proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to maintain alignment with international standards. The proposals include amendments and clarifications on the safe transportation of batteries and battery-powered devices. PHMSA is proposing to clarify the prohibition against transporting electrical devices, including batteries and battery-powered devices that are likely to create sparks or generate a dangerous amount of heat. PHMSA also is proposing to modify and enhance requirements for the packaging and handling of batteries and battery-powered devices, particularly in air commerce, to emphasize the safety precautions that are necessary to prevent incidents during transportation. Comments must be received by September 29, 2008. POCs are T. Glenn Foster or Charles Betts, Office of Hazardous Materials Standards, telephone (202) 366-8553, or Shane Kelley, International Standards, telephone (202) 366-0656, PHMSA, U.S. DOT, 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE., 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001. (Federal Register: July 31, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 44803-44862).

A bill to protect, conserve, and restore native fish, wildlife, and their natural habitats at national wildlife refuges through cooperative, incentive-based grants to control, mitigate, and eradicate harmful nonnative plant species, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: July 30, 2008 [Senate], Page S7780). Text of the Bill to be available here.

EPA is proposing Federal requirements under the SDWA for underground injection of carbon dioxide (CO2) for the purpose of GS. GS is one of a portfolio of options that could be deployed to reduce CO2 emissions to the atmosphere and help to mitigate climate change. This proposal applies to owners or operators of wells that will be used to inject CO2 into the subsurface for the purpose of long-term storage. Comments must be received on or before November 24, 2008. POC is Lee Whitehurst, UIC Program, Drinking Water Protection Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MC-4606M), EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: (202) 564-3896; fax number: (202) 564-3756; e-mail address: whitehurst.lee@epa.gov   (Federal Register: July 25, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 43491-43541).

A bill to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to enter into cooperative agreements with State foresters authorizing State foresters to provide certain forest, rangeland, and watershed restoration and protection services; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: July 22, 2008 [Senate], Page S7030). Text of the Bill to be available here

A bill to clarify the circumstances during which the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and applicable States may require permits for discharges from certain vessels, and to require the Administrator to conduct a study of discharges incidental to the normal operation of vessels; considered and passed (Congressional Record: July 22, 2008 [Senate], Page S7030).

Naval Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS) There is no tuition charge for DoD military personnel or civilian employees for resident training. CECOS offers courses in energy management, environmental management, environmental compliance, environmental conservation, environmental pollution prevention, and environmental restoration.

The comment period for the Guidance is open until August 31, 2008. Comments may be submitted to aircraftdrinkingwater@epa.gov
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A bill to provide for a study of measures to achieve energy independence for the United States without adversely affecting the environment; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 14, 2008 [House], Page H6472).

A bill to amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to exempt any solar energy project on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management from an environmental impact statement requirement; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: July 16, 2008 [House], Page H6674).

A bill to reauthorize and amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to establish a National Marine Sanctuary System, to strengthen and clarify management authorities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: July 17, 2008 [House], Page H6725).

A bill to amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 to make modifications to the Chesapeake Bay environmental restoration and protection program; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (Congressional Record: July 17, 2008 [House], Page H6727). Text of the Bill to be available here.

A bill to provide incentives for the reduction of green house gases; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Rules, Energy and Commerce, and Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 17, 2008 [House], Page H6727).

EPA proposes to revise its Phase 2 implementation rule for the 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS or standard) to address the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit's vacatur and remand of this rule. Specifically, this proposal addresses the vacatur and remand of a provision that allowed credit toward reasonable further progress (RFP) for the 8-hour standard from emission reductions outside the nonattainment area. Comments must be received on or before August 20, 2008. POCs are Ms. Denise Gerth, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (C539-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711, telephone number (919) 541-5550 or by e-mail at gerth.denise@epa.gov, fax number (919) 541-0824; or Mr. John Silvasi, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (C539-01), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone number (919) 541-5666, fax number (919) 541-0824 or by e-mail at silvasi.john@epa.gov.(Federal Register: July 21, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 42294-42299).

An original bill making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes; from the Committee on Appropriations; placed on the calendar (Congressional Record: July 14, 2008 [Senate], Page S6650).

A bill to require Congress and Federal departments and agencies to reduce the annual consumption of gasoline of the Federal Government; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Congressional Record: July 15, 2008 [Senate], Page S6722).

A bill to improve air quality by expanding the use of low-emission natural gas as a transportation fuel; to the Committee on Finance (Congressional Record: July 17, 2008 [Senate], Page S6937). Text of the Bill to be available here.

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to provide assistance to States to establish and implement response plans to address rising heating oil, natural gas, diesel, and other energy costs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: July 17, 2008 [Senate], Page S6937). Text of the Bill to be available here.

This draft report (EPA/600/R-07/094), subtitled "A Preliminary Synthesis of Climate Change Impacts on O3" is available for comment until August 25, 2008. POC is Brooke L. Hemming, PhD, National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA); telephone: 919-541-5668; e-mail: hemming.brooke@epamail.epa.gov (Federal Register: July 10, 2008 [Notices], Page 39695-39696).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide for the remediation of sediment contamination in areas of concern, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: July 10, 2008 [House], Page H6405).

The public comment period on the proposed rule ``National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Lead'' has been extended to 4 August 2008. The standard was initially published in the Federal Register on May 20, 2008. POC is Dr. Deirdre Murphy, Health and Environmental Impacts Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Mail code C504-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone: 919-541-0729; fax: 919-541-0237; e-mail: Murphy.deirdre@epa.gov (Federal Register: July 9, 2008 [Rules and Regulations], Page 39235-39237).

On June 6, 2008 DOE published a notice of public meeting and availability of the Framework Document to the Federal Register (73 FR 32243) to announce to the public that DOE was beginning its rulemaking activities for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps. At that time, the closing date for receiving public comments was July 7, 2008. DOE has extended the comment period to 4:30 p.m. (EDT) July 31, 2008 (Federal Register: July 3, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 38159-38160).

A bill to make available for research and development of alternative energy certain revenue received by the United States for all future oil and gas leases; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 26, 2008 [House], Page H6176).

PHMSA proposes to amend the Federal Pipeline Safety Regulations to require operators of gas distribution pipelines to develop and implement integrity management (IM) programs. The purpose of these programs is to enhance safety by identifying and reducing pipeline integrity risks. The IM programs required by the proposed rule would be similar to those currently required for gas transmission pipelines, but tailored to reflect the differences in and among distribution systems. Anyone may submit written comments on proposed regulatory changes by 23 September 2008. POC is Mike Israni at (202) 366-4571 or by e-mail at mike.israni@dot.gov (Federal Register: June 25, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 36015-36034).

A bill to amend the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 to define environmental intervention blood lead level and establish additional requirements for certain lead hazard screens, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services (Congressional Record: June 19, 2008 [House], Page H5728).

A bill to prevent the introduction and establishment of nonnative wildlife species that negatively impact the economy, environment, or human or animal species' health, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: June 19, 2008 [House], Page H5728).

A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to reauthorize the technical assistance to small public water systems; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 19, 2008 [House], Page H5728).

A bill to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions through the creation of a domestic carbon market and international trade measures, and to direct the revenue there from to public interests; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Foreign Affairs, Science and Technology, Financial Services, Education and Labor, Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 19, 2008 [House], Page H5729).

A bill to establish a research, development, demonstration, and commercial application program to promote research of appropriate technologies for heavy duty plug-in hybrid vehicles, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science and Technology (Congressional Record: June 19, 2008 [House], Page H5729).

A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a plan to reduce the total amount of packaging used on consumer products in the United States; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 19, 2008 [House], Page H5729).

EPA Regions 1 through 10 are proposing an NPDES Vessel General Permit (VGP) to cover discharges incidental to the normal operation of commercial vessels and recreational vessels greater than or equal to 79 feet in length and an NPDES Recreational General Permit (RGP) to cover discharges incidental to the normal operation of recreational vessels less than 79 feet in length. This action is in response to a District Court ruling that vacates, as of September 30, 2008, a long-standing EPA regulation that excludes discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel from the need to obtain an NPDES permit. Comments must be submitted on or before August 1, 2008. EPA has scheduled a Web cast to provide information on the proposed permits and to answer questions for interested parties that are unable to attend the public meetings or hearing. The Web cast will be broadcast on July 2, 2008, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET. For information on how to register and attend the Web cast, see EPA's Web site at http://www.epa.gov/npdes/training approximately 2 weeks prior to the date of the scheduled Webcast (Federal Register: June 17, 2008 [Notices], Page 34296-34304).

A bill to accelerate the development and early deployment of systems for the capture and storage of carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel electric generation facilities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 12, 2008 [House], Page H5407).

A bill to provide for a green building certification program as part of the Energy Star program; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 12, 2008 [House], Page H5407).

A bill to provide for the development of certain traditional and alternative energy resources, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance (Congressional Record: June 12, 2008 [Senate] Page S5592).

The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) directs the DOE to establish energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment, including refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines (beverage vending machines), for which DOE determines that energy conservation standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. This notice is to announce that DOE is considering establishment of energy conservation standards for beverage vending machines; and announce a public meeting to receive comments on a variety of related issues. The public meeting will be held Thursday, 26 June 2008. POC is Mr. Charles Llenza, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies Program, EE-2J, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone: (202) 586-2192. E-mail: Charles.Llenza@ee.doe.gov (Federal Register: June 16, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 34093-34138)

A bill to amend the Solid Waste Disposal Act to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a hazardous waste electronic manifest system; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: June 10, 2008 [Senate], Page S5447).

EPA is proposing to amend the new source performance standards for electric utility steam generating units and industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units. Specifically included are: fossil-fuel-fired steam generators for which construction started after 17 August 1971; electric utility steam generating units for which construction started after 18 September 1978; industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units; and small industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units. Comments must be received on or before July 28, 2008. POC is Mr. Christian Fellner, Energy Strategies Group, Sector Policies and Programs Division (D243-01), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, telephone number (919) 541-4003, facsimile number (919) 541-5450, electronic mail (e-mail) address: fellner.christian@epa.gov(Federal Register: June 12, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 33641-33659).

A bill to require the inclusion of coal-derived fuel at certain volumes in aviation fuel, motor vehicle fuel, home heating oil, and boiler fuel; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: June 3, 2008 [House], Page H4877).

A bill to provide for the establishment of a commission and a national competition to significantly improve the energy efficiency of and reduce emissions from Federal buildings in the National Capital Region; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (Congressional Record: June 3, 2008 [House], Page H4877).

A bill to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to modify the boundary of the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: June 4, 2008 [House], Page H4973).

A bill to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a program to decrease emissions of greenhouse gases, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Science and Technology, Natural Resources, Agriculture, Foreign Affairs, Education and Labor, Transportation and Infrastructure, Oversight and Government Reform, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 4, 2008 [House], Page H4974).

A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a "Charter Forest" demonstration project on all National Forest System lands in the State of Colorado in order to combat insect infestation, improve forest health, reduce the threat of wildfire, protect biological diversity, and enhance the social sustainability and economic productivity of the lands; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: June 4, 2008 [House], Page H4974).

A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a "Charter Forest" demonstration project on all National Forest System lands in the State of Colorado in order to combat insect infestation, improve forest health, reduce the threat of wildfire, protect biological diversity, and enhance the social sustainability and economic productivity of the lands; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: June 4, 2008 [House], Page H4974).

A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a "Charter Forest" demonstration project on all National Forest System lands in the State of Colorado in order to combat insect infestation, improve forest health, reduce the threat of wildfire, protect biological diversity, and enhance the social sustainability and economic productivity of the lands; to the Committee on Natural Resources (Congressional Record: June 4, 2008 [House], Page H4974).

A bill to develop American energy independence, lower gas prices, and open reliable national sources of energy; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Rules, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 9, 2008 [House], Page H5110).

A bill to provide for loan guarantees for retrofitting high-performance green buildings; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: June 9, 2008 [House], Page H5110).

A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to establish a cooperative watershed management program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: June 5, 2008 [Senate], Page S5204).

A bill to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a program to decrease emissions of greenhouse gases, and for other purposes; read the first time (Congressional Record: May 20, 2008 [Senate], Page S4487).

A bill to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to help reduce the oil prices to consumers, to reduce the cost of petroleum acquisition for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, to better match the composition of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to refinery requirements in the United States, to fund energy research and development, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: May 15, 2008 [House], Page H4059).

A bill to encourage energy efficiency and conservation and development of renewable energy sources for housing, commercial structures, and other buildings, and to create sustainable communities; to the Committee on Financial Services (Congressional Record: May 15, 2008 [House], Page H4059).

A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to reduce the exposure of children, workers, and consumers to toxic chemical substances; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 20, 2008 [House], Page H4320-H4321). Text of the Bill to be available here

EPA proposes to make revisions to the primary and secondary NAAQS for Pb to provide requisite protection of public health and welfare, respectively. EPA proposes to revise various elements of the primary standard to provide increased protection for children and other at-risk populations against an array of adverse health effects, most notably including neurological effects, particularly neurocognitive and neurobehavioral effects, in children. Comments must be received by July 21, 2008. POC is Dr. Deirdre Murphy, Health and Environmental Impacts Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Mail code C504-06, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; telephone: 919-541-0729; fax: 919-541-0237; e-mail: Murphy.deirdre@epa.gov. (Federal Register: May 20, 2008 [Proposed Rules], Page 29183-29291).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to prohibit the sale of dishwashing detergent in the United States if the detergent contains a high level of phosphorus; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 15, 2008 [Senate], Page S4282).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to limit the use of ethanol to meet the renewable fuel standard, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 19, 2008 [Senate], Page S4375). Text of the Bill to be available here

A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to reduce the exposure of children, workers, and consumers to toxic chemical substances; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 20, 2008 [Senate], Page S4487). Text of the Bill to be available here

A bill to improve Federal land management, resource conservation, environmental protection, and use of Federal real property, by requiring the Secretary of the Interior to develop a multipurpose cadastre of Federal and real property and identifying inaccurate, duplicate, and out-of-date Federal land inventories, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Congressional Record: May 20, 2008 [Senate], Page S4487). Text of the Bill to be available here

NOTE: The comment period for this document has been extended to June 10, 2008. This program focuses on actions designed to help managers adapt their water programs in response to a changing climate. Other elements of the draft strategy include steps needed to strengthen links between climate research and water programs, and to improve education for water program professionals on potential climate change impacts. The strategy also identifies contributions that water programs can make to mitigate greenhouse gases. Some of the potential impacts of climate change on water resources reviewed in the strategy include increases in certain water pollution problems, changes in availability of drinking water supplies, and collective impacts on coastal areas. The public comment period is until May 28, 2008. More...

EPA is proposing to reissue its stormwater Construction General Permit for a two-year time period. The permit would apply where EPA is the permitting authority, which is in five states, most territories, and most Indian country lands. The draft permit uses the same terms and conditions as EPA's 2003 permit, which expires in July 2008. EPA is proposing the permit to coordinate with a second effort that is underway to establish national clean water standards, known as an effluent limitation guideline, for the construction and development industry. Upon finalization of the guideline, EPA plans to include its provisions into a new and improved Construction General Permit to be reissued no later than July 2010. EPA is also requesting comment on the criteria the agency will use to recognize local erosion and sediment control program requirements in this and future permits. EPA is inviting comments on the proposed permit for a period of 30 days. More...

A bill to rebalance the United States energy portfolio, to increase and utilize the Nation's domestic energy resources and supply, to strengthen energy security and independence, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Armed Services, and Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned (Congressional Record: May 8, 2008 [House], Page H3402).

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide for the remediation of sediment contamination in areas of concern; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works (Congressional Record: May 8, 2008 [Senate], Page S3975).

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to extend the compliance period for persons subject to the renewable fuel mandate in the years 2008, 2009, and 2010; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (Congressional Record: May 5, 2008 [House], Page H3049-H3050).