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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 99-1064e

[29 Pa.B. 3443]

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Proposed Date for

Regulation Being Considered Promulgation Need and Legal Basis for Action Agency Contact

STATE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM

No regulations being developed or considered at this date.

STATE POLICE

Firearm Regulations
Standards for licensed retail dealers
Chapter 31

Procedures & Specifications for firearm record forms
Chapter 33 October 1999, as final.

October 1999, as final. The provisions of this chapter set forth regulations for the storage of firearms, rifles, and shotguns by licensed retail dealers in the event a clear and present danger to public safety is found to exist by the Commissioner of the State Police within this Commonwealth during the hours when licensed retail dealers are closed for business. The provisions of this chapter apply to all licensed retail dealers and their designated employees.

The regulations provide for the administration of the provisions of the Uniform Firearms Act for the implementation of the Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS) in order to approve or deny the sale or transfer of firearms and licenses to carry a firearm in accordance with the provisions of the UFA. The regulations also ensure the identity, confidentiality, and security of all information collected and disseminated by the PICS in accordance with the UFA. Ronald E. Plesco 717-772-0905

Regulatory amendments to clarify various aspects of the Municipal Policy Officers' Education and Training Commission regulations, Chapter 203 August 1999, as final. The provisions of this chapter set forth regulations for the administration of the training program for municipal police by the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission. The proposed amendments correct various aspects of existing regulations and suspend the vision standard until disposition of pending litigation. Major Richard Mooney 717-533-5987

STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION

No regulations being developed or considered at this date.

TRANSPORTATION

Manufacturer, Dealers and Miscellaneous Motor Vehicle Businesses Registration Plates
Chapter 53 April 2000, as proposed. Amendments are needed based on revisions to related sections of the Vehicle Code and Industry/Department concerns. Proposed package with the Department's Legal Counsel. Sue Wilson (717) 787-4291

60 - Permanent Registration of Fleet Vehicles September 1999, as proposed. Proposed amendments required to modify fee schedules associated with House Bill 67 (Act 3 of 1997). John Munafo (717)787-3977

School Buses and School Vehicles Chapter 171 April, 2000, as proposed. Amendments are needed to clarify previous revisions and to address concerns raised by the School Bus Vehicle Industry and related Associations. The Department has prepared draft amendments based on recommendations received by various associations. Proposed Regulatory package final draft to be reviewed by Legal Counsel and revisions are being incorporated. Mike Kistler (717) 783-4534

Physical and Mental Criteria, Including Vision Standards Relating to the Licensing of Drivers
Chapter 83 April 2000, as proposed. As a result of a Pa Supreme Court decision (Clayton v.s. Department of Transportation), additional waivers to seizure disorder provisions must be adopted. The Department's Medical Advisory Board is in the process of approving proposed amendments. Mike Kistler (717) 783-4534

Liquid Fuels Tax
Chapter 449 October 1999, as proposed. Regulatory review committee has been formed. Drafts of that result have been discussed with legal counsel. Regulations submitted to legal for review and submission to IRRC, June 1, 1999. Dick Zerbe (717) 787-2183

School Bus Drivers
Chapter 71 April 2000, as proposed. Creates waivers for school bus drivers, with medical conditions, who pose no significant danger to driving. The Department's Medical Advisory will be approving amendments to incorporate recommendations being developed by the Insulin Dependent Diabetes Task Force. Mike Kistler (717) 783-4534

Work Zone Traffic Control Devices
Chapter 203 December 1999, as proposed deletion. Repeal this chapter since it typically is more stringent than federal standards included in the Federal Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Some current provisions not included in the MUTCD would be incorporated into Chapter 211. Art Breneman (717) 787-3620

Official Traffic Control Devices
Chapter 211 December, 1999, as proposed. Repeal the current chapter since it duplicates federal standards included in the Federal Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Adopt the MUTCD by reference, and provide some additional criteria unique to the Commonwealth. Art Breneman (717) 787-3620

Hold-Down and Tie-Down Devices for Junked Vehicles and Vehicle Hulks--Chapter 181 December 1999, as proposed. Repeal - incorporate provisions in Chapter 231 Daniel Smyser (717) 787-7445

Engineering and Traffic Studies
Chapter 201 December, 1999, as proposed deletion. Repeal this chapter since it typically is more stringent than federal standards included in the Federal Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Some current provisions not included in the MUTCD would be incorporated into Chapter 211. Art Breneman (717) 787-3620

Intrastate Motor Carrier Safety Requirements
Chapter 231 December 1999, as proposed. Incorporate new Federal provisions, and provisions from Chapter 181. Daniel Smyser (717) 787-7445

Hazardous Materials Transportation
Chapter 403 December 1999, as proposed. Incorporate new Federal provisions and eliminate registration requirement. Daniel Smyser (717) 787-7445

Airport Rating Licensing - Chapter 471 August 1999, as proposed. Amendment is needed to correct inconsistencies between Federal and State requirements and to correct inconsistencies within the regulation itself. It is necessary to more clearly define the requirements and to react to the operating environment. Kathy Reiz
(717) 705-1234

Proportional Registration of Fleet Vehicles
Chapter 63 September 1999, as proposed. Proposed amendments required to modify fee schedules associated with House Bill 67 (Act 3 of 1997). John Munafo (717) 787-3977

Vehicle Equipment and Inspection
Chapter 175 March 2000, as final. Proposed amendments required to comply with Act 151 of 1998. Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513

Vehicle Equipment and Inspection
Chapter 175 April 2000, as proposed. Proposed amendments require complying with Act 115 of July 6, 1995. No. 30, P. L. 246 that requires the establishment of equipment and inspection criterion for farm vehicles with a gross weight rating greater than 17,000 pounds. Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513

Flashing or Revolving Lights on Emergency and Authorized Vehicles
Chapter 173 March 2000, as final. Proposed amendments required to comply with Act 151 of 1998. Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513

Temporary Registration Cards and Plates
Chapter 43 Sept. 1999, as proposed. Proposed amendments would address changes needed in the Temporary Plate Issuance Program so as to reduce fraud and improve the accuracy of registration data. Randy Swartz (717) 787-2780

Authorization to Verify VIN Identification Numbers
Chapter 17 June 2000, as proposed. Proposed amendments would authorize department employees to verify VIN Numbers for vehicles requiring a Certificate of Title. Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513

Emission Inspection
Chapter 177 November 1999, as final. Modification of Enhanced I/M Inspection Program into additional counties. Presently under development by Chief Counsel's Office. Peter Gertz
(717) 783-7016

Emission Inspection
Chapter 177 June 2000, as proposed. Amendments needed to address ongoing operational aspects of the emissions program. Peter Gertz
(717) 783-7016

Financial Responsibility Obligations of Insurance Companies and Vehicle Owners
Chapter 221 April 2000, as proposed. Amend regulation to change the method by which the Department determines that insurance has been cancelled/terminated and information verified by PennDOT. Richard Bettinger
(717) 787-7767

Consultant Highway Design Errors
Chapter 455 December 1999, as proposed deletion. Since there is no legal need for this chapter, the Department proposes to delete Chapter 455 and propose a Department policy to address consultant design errors. Charles Allwein (717) 783-9309

[Pa.B. Doc. No. 99-1064. Filed for public inspection July 2, 1999, 9:00 a.m.]

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	Proposed Date for
Regulation Being Considered	Promulgation	Need and Legal Basis for Action	Agency Contact
*STATE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM*
No regulations being developed or considered at this date.
*STATE POLICE*
Firearm Regulations Standards for licensed retail dealers Chapter 31 Procedures & Specifications for firearm record forms Chapter 33	October 1999, as final. October 1999, as final.	The provisions of this chapter set forth regulations for the storage of firearms, rifles, and shotguns by licensed retail dealers in the event a clear and present danger to public safety is found to exist by the Commissioner of the State Police within this Commonwealth during the hours when licensed retail dealers are closed for business. The provisions of this chapter apply to all licensed retail dealers and their designated employees. The regulations provide for the administration of the provisions of the Uniform Firearms Act for the implementation of the Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS) in order to approve or deny the sale or transfer of firearms and licenses to carry a firearm in accordance with the provisions of the UFA. The regulations also ensure the identity, confidentiality, and security of all information collected and disseminated by the PICS in accordance with the UFA.	Ronald E. Plesco 717-772-0905
Regulatory amendments to clarify various aspects of the Municipal Policy Officers' Education and Training Commission regulations, Chapter 203	August 1999, as final.	The provisions of this chapter set forth regulations for the administration of the training program for municipal police by the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission. The proposed amendments correct various aspects of existing regulations and suspend the vision standard until disposition of pending litigation.	Major Richard Mooney 717-533-5987
*STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION*
No regulations being developed or considered at this date.
*TRANSPORTATION*
Manufacturer, Dealers and Miscellaneous Motor Vehicle Businesses Registration Plates Chapter 53	April 2000, as proposed.	Amendments are needed based on revisions to related sections of the Vehicle Code and Industry/Department concerns. Proposed package with the Department's Legal Counsel.	Sue Wilson (717) 787-4291
60 - Permanent Registration of Fleet Vehicles	September 1999, as proposed.	Proposed amendments required to modify fee schedules associated with House Bill 67 (Act 3 of 1997).	John Munafo (717)787-3977
School Buses and School Vehicles Chapter 171	April, 2000, as proposed.	Amendments are needed to clarify previous revisions and to address concerns raised by the School Bus Vehicle Industry and related Associations. The Department has prepared draft amendments based on recommendations received by various associations. Proposed Regulatory package final draft to be reviewed by Legal Counsel and revisions are being incorporated.	Mike Kistler (717) 783-4534
Physical and Mental Criteria, Including Vision Standards Relating to the Licensing of Drivers Chapter 83	April 2000, as proposed.	As a result of a Pa Supreme Court decision (Clayton v.s. Department of Transportation), additional waivers to seizure disorder provisions must be adopted. The Department's Medical Advisory Board is in the process of approving proposed amendments.	Mike Kistler (717) 783-4534
Liquid Fuels Tax Chapter 449	October 1999, as proposed.	Regulatory review committee has been formed. Drafts of that result have been discussed with legal counsel. Regulations submitted to legal for review and submission to IRRC, June 1, 1999.	Dick Zerbe (717) 787-2183
School Bus Drivers Chapter 71	April 2000, as proposed.	Creates waivers for school bus drivers, with medical conditions, who pose no significant danger to driving. The Department's Medical Advisory will be approving amendments to incorporate recommendations being developed by the Insulin Dependent Diabetes Task Force.	Mike Kistler (717) 783-4534
Work Zone Traffic Control Devices Chapter 203	December 1999, as proposed deletion.	Repeal this chapter since it typically is more stringent than federal standards included in the Federal Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Some current provisions not included in the MUTCD would be incorporated into Chapter 211.	Art Breneman (717) 787-3620
Official Traffic Control Devices Chapter 211	December, 1999, as proposed.	Repeal the current chapter since it duplicates federal standards included in the Federal Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Adopt the MUTCD by reference, and provide some additional criteria unique to the Commonwealth.	Art Breneman (717) 787-3620
Hold-Down and Tie-Down Devices for Junked Vehicles and Vehicle Hulks--Chapter 181	December 1999, as proposed.	Repeal - incorporate provisions in Chapter 231	Daniel Smyser (717) 787-7445
Engineering and Traffic Studies Chapter 201	December, 1999, as proposed deletion.	Repeal this chapter since it typically is more stringent than federal standards included in the Federal Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Some current provisions not included in the MUTCD would be incorporated into Chapter 211.	Art Breneman (717) 787-3620
Intrastate Motor Carrier Safety Requirements Chapter 231	December 1999, as proposed.	Incorporate new Federal provisions, and provisions from Chapter 181.	Daniel Smyser (717) 787-7445
Hazardous Materials Transportation Chapter 403	December 1999, as proposed.	Incorporate new Federal provisions and eliminate registration requirement.	Daniel Smyser (717) 787-7445
Airport Rating Licensing - Chapter 471	August 1999, as proposed.	Amendment is needed to correct inconsistencies between Federal and State requirements and to correct inconsistencies within the regulation itself. It is necessary to more clearly define the requirements and to react to the operating environment.	Kathy Reiz (717) 705-1234
Proportional Registration of Fleet Vehicles Chapter 63	September 1999, as proposed.	Proposed amendments required to modify fee schedules associated with House Bill 67 (Act 3 of 1997).	John Munafo (717) 787-3977
Vehicle Equipment and Inspection Chapter 175	March 2000, as final.	Proposed amendments required to comply with Act 151 of 1998.	Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513
Vehicle Equipment and Inspection Chapter 175	April 2000, as proposed.	Proposed amendments require complying with Act 115 of July 6, 1995. No. 30, P. L. 246 that requires the establishment of equipment and inspection criterion for farm vehicles with a gross weight rating greater than 17,000 pounds.	Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513
Flashing or Revolving Lights on Emergency and Authorized Vehicles Chapter 173	March 2000, as final.	Proposed amendments required to comply with Act 151 of 1998.	Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513
Temporary Registration Cards and Plates Chapter 43	Sept. 1999, as proposed.	Proposed amendments would address changes needed in the Temporary Plate Issuance Program so as to reduce fraud and improve the accuracy of registration data.	Randy Swartz (717) 787-2780
Authorization to Verify VIN Identification Numbers Chapter 17	June 2000, as proposed.	Proposed amendments would authorize department employees to verify VIN Numbers for vehicles requiring a Certificate of Title.	Tom Zamboni (717) 783-9513
Emission Inspection Chapter 177	November 1999, as final.	Modification of Enhanced I/M Inspection Program into additional counties. Presently under development by Chief Counsel's Office.	Peter Gertz (717) 783-7016
Emission Inspection Chapter 177	June 2000, as proposed.	Amendments needed to address ongoing operational aspects of the emissions program.	Peter Gertz (717) 783-7016
Financial Responsibility Obligations of Insurance Companies and Vehicle Owners Chapter 221	April 2000, as proposed.	Amend regulation to change the method by which the Department determines that insurance has been cancelled/terminated and information verified by PennDOT.	Richard Bettinger (717) 787-7767
Consultant Highway Design Errors Chapter 455	December 1999, as proposed deletion.	Since there is no legal need for this chapter, the Department proposes to delete Chapter 455 and propose a Department policy to address consultant design errors.	Charles Allwein (717) 783-9309