New PT proposed Rule

[Natalie Roy <NatalieRoy@compuserve.com>]

To NPPR Listserver subscribers--  NPPR would really appreciate opinions on
this proposed rule from folks on this listserver, since we are now a
Performance Track Network partner.  I have forwarded the information I was
just sent. Thanks-
Natalie Roy
NPPR


RULEMAKING PUBLISHED IN FEDERAL REGISTER 

EPA recently proposed a rule, published in the Federal Register on August
13, that would reduce regulatory paperwork for Performance Track
facilities. The Agency is proposing these changes in recognition of the
high levels of performance these facilities have achieved and their
continuing commitment to effective compliance, public outreach, and
environmental results. The proposed incentives would allow Performance
Track facilities to store hazardous waste up to 180 days without obtaining
a permit under the Resources Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) or having
interim status, and to simplify their reporting under the Maximum Available
Control Technology (MACT) provisions of the Clean Air Act. They would also
allow reporting modifications for Performance Track facilities that are
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) regulated by the Clean Water Act
(CWA). Additionally, EPA is soliciting comments on a potential pilot
project that would allow Performance Track facilities to consolidate
reporting of data that is routinely submitted under the CAA, the CWA, RCRA
and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-know Act into a single
report. A file of the complete rule is attached. If you have any questions
about the rule, please contact Bob Sachs at Sachs.Robert@epa.gov or at
(202) 566-2884. 

(See attached file: PT rule 8-13-02.pdf) 
PT rule 8-13-02.pdf (Binary attachment)

PT rule 8-13-02.pdf