[Federal Register: May 18, 1998 (Volume 63, Number 95)]
[Proposed Rules]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Highway Administration
23 CFR Part 658
[FHWA Docket No. 98-3467]
RIN 2125-AE36
Truck Size and Weight; National Network; North Dakota
AGENCY: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The FHWA proposes to modify the National Network for
commercial motor vehicles by adding a route in North Dakota. The
National Network was established by a final rule on truck size and
weight published on June 5, 1984, as since modified. This rulemaking
proposes to add one segment to the National Network as requested by the
State of North Dakota.
DATES: Comments on this docket must be received on or before July 17,
1998.
ADDRESSES: Signed, written comments should refer to the docket number
that appears at the top of this document and must be submitted to the
Docket Clerk, U.S. DOT Dockets, Room PL-401, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20590-0001. All comments received will be available for
examination at the above address between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., e.t.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Those desiring
notification of receipt of comments must include a self-addressed,
stamped envelope or postcard.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Thomas Klimek, Office of Motor
Carrier Information Management and Analysis (202-366-2212), or Mr.
Charles Medalen, Office of the Chief Counsel (202-366-1354), Federal
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590.
Office hours are from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., e.t., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Electronic Access
Internet users can access all comments received by the U.S.
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Background
The National Network of Interstate highways and Federally-
designated routes, on which commercial vehicles with the dimensions
authorized by the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982 (STAA),
49 U.S.C. 31111, 31113-31114, may operate, was established by a final
rule published in the Federal Register on June 5, 1984 (49 FR 23302),
as subsequently modified. These highways are located in each State, the
District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Routes on the National Network
are listed in appendix A of 23 CFR Part 658.
Procedures for the addition and deletion of routes are outlined in
23 CFR 658.11 and include the issuance of a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) before final rulemaking.
The State of North Dakota, under authority of the Governor,
requests the addition of one segment to the National Network. The
segment has been reviewed by State and FHWA offices for general
adherence to the criteria of 23 CFR 658.9 and found to provide for the
safe operation of larger commercial vehicles and for the needs of
interstate commerce.
The segment requested is generally described as ND Highway 32 from
the west junction of ND Highway 13 north to Interstate 94, a distance
of approximately 56 miles.
Rulemaking Analyses and Notices
Executive Order 12866 (Regulatory Planning and Review) and DOT
Regulatory Policies and Procedures
The FHWA has determined that this action does not constitute a
significant regulatory action within the meaning of E.O. 12866, nor is
it considered significant under the regulatory policies and procedures
of the DOT. It is anticipated that the economic impact of this
rulemaking will be minimal. This rulemaking proposes technical
amendments to 23 CFR 658, adding a certain highway segment in
accordance with statutory provisions. This segment represents a very
small portion of the National Network and has a negligible impact on
the prior system. Therefore, a full regulatory evaluation is not
required.
Regulatory Flexibility Act
In compliance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-
612), the FHWA has evaluated the effects of this proposal on small
entities. This rulemaking proposes a technical amendment to 23 CFR 658,
adding a certain highway segment in accordance with statutory
provisions. This segment represents a very small portion of the
National Network and has a negligible impact on the prior system. This
rulemaking would, however, allow motor carriers, including small
carriers, access to a highway segment not available to them at the
present time.
Based on its evaluation of this proposal, the FHWA certifies that
this action would not have a significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities.
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
This rule does not impose unfunded mandates as defined by the
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-4). This rulemaking
relates to the Federal-aid Highway Program which is a financial
assistance program in which State, local, or tribal governments have
authority to adjust their program in accordance with changes made in
the program by the Federal government, and thus is excluded from the
definition of Federal mandate under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of
1995.
Executive Order 12612 (Federalism Assessment)
This action has been analyzed in accordance with the principles and
criteria contained in Executive Order 12612, and it has been determined
that the proposed rule does not have sufficient federalism implications
to warrant the preparation of a Federalism Assessment.
Executive Order 12372 (Intergovernmental Review)
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Number 20.217, Motor
Carrier Safety. The regulations implementing Executive Order 12372
regarding intergovernmental consultation on Federal Programs and
activities do not apply to this program.
Paperwork Reduction Act
The proposal in this document does not contain information
collection requirements for the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.
National Environmental Policy Act
The agency has analyzed this action for the purpose of the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42
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U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) and has determined that this action would not have
any effect on the quality of the environment.
Regulation Identification Number
A regulation identification number (RIN) is assigned to each
regulatory action listed in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations.
The regulatory Information Service Center publishes the Unified Agenda
in April and October of each year. The RIN contained in the heading of
this document can be used to cross reference this action with the
Unified Agenda.
List of Subjects in 23 CFR Part 658
Grants programs--transportation, Highways and roads, Motor
carrier--size and weight.
Issued on: May 8, 1998
Gloria J. Jeff,
Deputy Administrator, Federal Highway Administration.
In consideration of the foregoing, the FHWA proposes to amend title
23, Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 1, appendix A to Part 658 for
the State of North Dakota as set forth below:
PART 658--TRUCK SIZE AND WEIGHT, ROUTE DESIGNATIONS--LENGTH, WIDTH
AND WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
1. The authority citation for 23 CFR part 658 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 23 U.S.C. 127 and 315; 49 U.S.C. 31111-31115; 49 CFR
1.48(b)(19) and (c)(19).
2. Appendix A to Part 658 is amended for the State of North Dakota
by adding a new route listing entry after the listing for ND 13, ND 1
S. Jct., MN State Line , to read as follows:
Appendix A to Part 658--National Network--Federally-Designated Routes
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North Dakota
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Route From To
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ND32...................... West Junction of ND I-94
Highway 13 North.
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[FR Doc. 98-13154 Filed 5-15-98; 8:45 am]
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