Documents

Animal Welfare; Marine Mammals

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 3, 2001

periods for medical and other husbandry reasons. … One commenter recommended setting a maximum daily period during which captive marine mammals may be viewed by humans.

Standards for Birds Not Bred for Use in Research Under the Animal Welfare Act

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 21, 2023

In response to commenter requests, we extended the comment period for 30 days to May 25, 2022. … During the comment period, APHIS received no requests for consultation or comment from Tribal nations.

Exportation of Live Animals, Hatching Eggs, and Animal Germplasm From the United States

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 20, 2016

Comments Regarding § 91.8 (“Rest, Feed, and Water Prior to Export”) In proposed § 91.8, we proposed that all livestock intended for export by air or sea would have to be allowed a period of at least 2 … One of the commenters suggested a 3 hour minimum rest period.

Standards for Permanent, Privately Owned Horse Quarantine Facilities

Federal Register · Rule · Jul 2, 2009

The commenter suggested that operators who act as shippers may encounter similar conflicts to those who act as brokers. … Two commenters suggested that we remove our prohibition on the collection of germplasm during the quarantine period.

Standards for Privately Owned Quarantine Facilities for Ruminants

Federal Register · Rule · May 24, 2006

Specifically, the commenters argued that our mandatory 30-day post-arrival quarantine, which would follow a 60-day pre-export quarantine period under the current regulations in addition to transit time … The medium security facility must be constructed with a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system capable of controlling and maintaining the ambient temperature, air quality, moisture, and

Ports Designated for Exportation of Horses; Dayton, OH

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 17, 2000

We will then publish a proposed rule for public comment. Following the close of that comment period, the comments will be considered, and a final rule addressing the comments will be published. … Paperwork Reduction Act This rule contains no information collection or recordkeeping requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ).

Importation of Unmanufactured Wood Articles From Mexico

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 26, 2004

(PPA), NEPA, and the Clean Air Act. … Methyl bromide is an ozone depleting substance that is strictly regulated under the Montreal Protocol and the Clean Air Act.

Spring Viremia of Carp; Import Restrictions on Certain Live Fish, Fertilized Eggs, and Gametes

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 30, 2006

We will consider comments we receive during the comment period for this interim rule (see DATES above). … After the comment period closes, we will publish another document in the Federal Register .

Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy; Minimal-Risk Regions and Importation of Commodities; Finding of No Significant Impact and Affirmation of Final Rule

Federal Register · Rule · Apr 8, 2005

In addition to state laws and regulations for air emissions, there are a variety of provisions under the Clear Air Act that could address air emissions relating to this activity. The U.S. … The United States' Clean Air Act and Canadian environmental protection laws have vehicle emissions requirements that are designed to prevent harmful air emissions from vehicles, including transport trucks

Viruses, Serums, Toxins, and Analogous Products; Determination of Moisture Content in Desiccated Biological Products

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 6, 2003

Both commenters supported the proposed rule. One commenter did, however, request that we “clarify the exceptions to the use of the proposed method.” … A suitable air-drying device should be attached to the inlet valve. (3) Balance, accurate to 0.1 mg (rated precision ±0.01mg).

Import Regulations for Horses

Federal Register · Rule · Sep 14, 2023

One commenter disagreed with extending the period of temporary export from 60 to 90 days, calling it careless. … are allowed a shorter quarantine period.

Revision of the Hawaiian and Territorial Fruits and Vegetables Regulations

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 16, 2009

APHIS published in the Federal Register , for a public comment period of 60 days, a notice announcing the availability of a pest risk analysis that evaluated the risks associated with the movement … (2) Consignments by air.

Closure of Harry S Truman Animal Import Center

Federal Register · Rule · Nov 19, 1998

If the commenter is correct, that we have underestimated the cost to close the facility, then it is even more important that we act quickly to minimize our losses. … Paperwork Reduction Act This rule contains no information collection or recordkeeping requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.).

Humane Treatment of Dogs and Cats; Wire Flooring

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 21, 1998

In addition, one of the commenters had recommendations regarding reclassification of animal dealers, primary enclosures, exercise requirements, and air transit of animals. … Although several commenters stated that the 2-year compliance period was reasonable, some thought that this timeframe was too long, and one thought that it was too short.

Importation of Mexican Hass Avocados; Additional Shipping Options

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 29, 2010

Paperwork Reduction Act This final rule contains no new information collection or recordkeeping requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ). … (c) * * * (3) * * * (vii) The avocados must be packed in clean, new boxes or bulk shipping bins, or in clean plastic reusable crates.

National Poultry Improvement Plan and Auxiliary Provisions

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 5, 2020

The remaining comments are addressed below. … Newcastle Disease (ND) Clean program within the NPIP regulations. One commenter asked what the testing methods for vaccinated and unvaccinated flocks would be for ND.

Karnal Bunt

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 4, 1996

Comment Period One commenter stated that the 60-day comment period provided for our interim rule establishing the Karnal bunt regulations allowed insufficient time for interested parties to compile … Although the comment period for the interim rule establishing the regulations was initially to end on May 28, 1996, that period was extended until September 3, 1996.

Solid Wood Packing Material From China

Federal Register · Rule · Sep 18, 1998

Air Act's and Montreal Protocol's phase-out schedules. … Methyl bromide is considered a Class I ozone depleting substance under the Clean Air Act and the Montreal Protocol.

Agricultural Inspection and AQI User Fees Along the U.S./Canada Border

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 25, 2006

We will consider comments we receive during the comment period for this interim rule (see DATES above). … After the comment period closes, we will publish another document in the Federal Register .

Exotic Newcastle Disease in Birds and Poultry; Chlamydiosis in Poultry

Federal Register · Rule · Nov 5, 1996

We solicited comments concerning our proposal for 60 days ending August 29, 1994. Among the comments we received was a request for an extension of the comment period. … In response to this request, we published a notice in the Federal Register on September 30, 1994 (59 FR 49865, Docket No. 87-090-2) reopening and extending the comment period until November 29, 1994.