Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - September 12th, 2022
49 CFR Parts 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, and 177
[Docket No. PHMSA–2018–0081 (HM–250A)]
RIN 2137–AF42
Hazardous Materials: Compatibility With the Regulations of the International Atomic Energy Agency
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
SUMMARY: PHMSA, in coordination with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to maintain alignment with international regulations and standards governing the transportation of Class 7 radioactive materials. Specifically, PHMSA proposes to adopt changes contained in the International Atomic Energy Agency standards. Additionally, PHMSA proposes regulatory amendments identified through internal regulatory review processes to update, clarify, correct, or streamline certain regulatory requirements applicable to the transportation of Class 7 (radioactive) materials.
DATES: Comments must be received by December 12, 2022.
READ MORE: https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2022-09-12/pdf/2022-18605.pdf