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EPA promulgated a final rule to amend the Certification of Pesticide Applicators regulations at 40 CFR 171 on January 4, 2017 (82 FR 952). On June 2, 2017, EPA delayed the effective date of this final rule (82 FR 25529) and initiated reconsideration proceedings in accordance with the Presidential directives as expressed in the memorandum of January 20, 2017, from the Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff, entitled "Regulatory Freeze Pending Review," and the principles identified in Executive Order 13790, entitled "Promoting Agriculture and Rural Prosperity in America." In addition, per Executive Order 13777, EPA solicited comments this spring on regulations that may be appropriate for repeal, replacement or modification as part of the Regulatory Reform Agenda efforts. EPA received comments specific to the certification rule. In consideration of these comments, EPA will solicit public input on revisions to the rule.

Statement of Need:

Per Executive Order 13777, EPA solicited comments this spring on regulations that may be appropriate for repeal, replacement or modification as part of the Regulatory Reform Agenda efforts. EPA received comments suggesting specific changes to the final rule to amend the Certification of Pesticide Applicators regulations at 40 CFR 171 (published on January 4, 2017 (82 FR 952)) and are being considered within the Regulatory Agenda efforts. In consideration of these comments, EPA will solicit public input on revisions to the rule.

Summary of the Legal Basis:

7 U.S.C. 136 to 136y of the Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act.

Alternatives:

Not yet determined. EPA will consider alternatives as it develops the proposed rule.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits:

Not yet determined. EPA will assess the costs and benefits of the potential regulatory changes as it develops the proposed rule.

Risks:

Not yet determined. EPA will evaluate risks to the extent feasible as it develops the proposed rule.