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EPA/WATER RIN: 2040-AC81 Publication ID: Spring 1996 
Title: Ocean Dumping Testing Requirements Clarification 
Abstract: This action would amend the testing provisions of the ocean dumping regulations. Those regulations utilize biological testing to evaluate the suitability of material proposed for ocean dumping. The proposed action will clarify the language of the existing regulations and will help reduce potential uncertainties about testing requirements. The activities are being taken for the purpose of improving the clarity of the regulations and will not make substantive changes in the current testing procedures. 
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency(EPA)  Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage 
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 227   
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1401 et seq /MPRSA 2 et seq   
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  02/29/1996  61 FR 7765   
Final Action  05/00/1996    
Additional Information: SAN No. 3783. ^PRFA: Y
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: Federal 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
Agency Contact:
David Redford
Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4504T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone:202 566-1288
Fax:202 566-1546
Email: Redford.David@epa.gov