AD 2023-23-14

83494 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 229 / Thursday, November 30, 2023 / Rules and Regulations (g) Required Actions Except as specified in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD: Perform all required actions within the compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2023– 0040, dated February 16, 2023 (EASA AD 2023–0040). (h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2023–0040 (1) Where EASA AD 2023–0040 refers to its effective date, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD. (2) This AD does not adopt the Remarks paragraph of EASA AD 2023–0040. (3) Where the service information referenced in EASA AD 2023–0040 specifies to use certain tooling, equivalent tooling may be used. (i) No Reporting Requirement Although the service information referenced in EASA AD 2023–0040 specifies to notify the manufacturer or supply pictures to the manufacturer of any cracks, dents, or nicks, this AD does not include that requirement. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, AIR–520 Continued Operational Safety Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k) of this AD and email to: ANE- AD-AMOC@faa.gov. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/ certificate holding district office. (k) Additional Information For more information about this AD, contact Sungmo Cho, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 2200 South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198; phone: (781) 238–7241; email: sungmo.d.cho@faa.gov. (l) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2023–0040, dated February 16, 2023. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer- Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; phone: +49 221 8999 000; email: ADs@easa.europa.eu; website: easa.europa.eu. You may find this material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu. (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222–5110. (5) You may view this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, visit www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ ibr-locations or email fr.inspection@nara.gov. Issued on November 20, 2023. Ross Landes, Deputy Director for Regulatory Operations, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2023–26302 Filed 11–29–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2023–2228; Project Identifier AD–2023–01095–T; Amendment 39–22616; AD 2023–23–14] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY : Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION : Final rule; request for comments. SUMMARY : The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 747 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of latent failures of the lightning protection features for the engine fuel feed system. This AD requires an inspection for damage and a measurement of the electrical bonding resistance of the out- tank fuel feed tube bonding jumper in the strut for each of the four engines, a measurement of the electrical bonding resistance of the forward side of the front spar bulkhead fitting adapter for each of the four engines, and applicable related investigative and corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES : This AD is effective December 15, 2023. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of December 15, 2023. The FAA must receive comments on this AD by January 16, 2024. ADDRESSES : You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to regulations.gov . Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Fax: 202–493–2251. • Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2023– 2228; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, any comments received, and other information. The street address for Docket Operations is listed above. Material Incorporated by Reference: • For Boeing material identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; telephone 562–797–1717; website myboeingfleet.com . • You may view this referenced material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. It is also available at regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2023–2228. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT : Samuel Dorsey, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone: 206– 231–3415; email: Samuel.j.dorsey@ faa.gov . SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION : Comments Invited The FAA invites you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this final rule. Send your comments to an address listed under ADDRESSES . Include Docket No. FAA–2023–2228 and Project Identifier AD–2023–01095– T at the beginning of your comments. The most helpful comments reference a specific portion of the final rule, explain the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. The FAA will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this final rule because of those comments. Except for Confidential Business Information (CBI) as described in the following paragraph, and other VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:59 Nov 29, 2023 Jkt 262001 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\30NOR1.SGM 30NOR1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES

83495 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 229 / Thursday, November 30, 2023 / Rules and Regulations information as described in 14 CFR 11.35, the FAA will post all comments received, without change, to regulations.gov , including any personal information you provide. The agency will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact received about this final rule. Confidential Business Information CBI is commercial or financial information that is both customarily and actually treated as private by its owner. Under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), CBI is exempt from public disclosure. If your comments responsive to this AD contain commercial or financial information that is customarily treated as private, that you actually treat as private, and that is relevant or responsive to this AD, it is important that you clearly designate the submitted comments as CBI. Please mark each page of your submission containing CBI as ‘‘PROPIN.’’ The FAA will treat such marked submissions as confidential under the FOIA, and they will not be placed in the public docket of this AD. Submissions containing CBI should be sent to Samuel Dorsey, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone: 206–231–3415; email: Samuel.j.dorsey@faa.gov. Any commentary that the FAA receives that is not specifically designated as CBI will be placed in the public docket for this rulemaking. Background The electrical bonding of the engine fuel feed tube penetrating the fuel tanks of Boeing Model 747–8 series airplanes and other models is the primary design feature to prevent the development of an ignition source inside the fuel tank during a lightning strike to the engine nacelle. The fuel feed lightning protection features include the spar fitting that redirects the majority of current during a lightning event. A separate bonding jumper outside the fuel tank provides a second electrical path for current from lightning strikes. The encapsulation sealant over the fuel tank wall fitting inside the fuel tank provides additional protection. However, Boeing has recently discovered that the bonding jumper outside the fuel tank is failing at an excessive rate in addition to the known degradation of the primary electrical bonding path through the spar fitting. Furthermore, Boeing has reported finding a complete crack around the circumference of the fuel feed fitting encapsulation inside a fuel tank of a Model 747–8 series airplane. This encapsulation is designed to isolate any sparks/arcing generated during a lightning strike because of failed electrical bonds from flammable fuel vapors in the tank. This is an urgent safety issue, as all fuel feed lightning protection features now have evidence of compromise. The FAA has determined that all Model 747 airplanes are affected by the unsafe condition. A lightning strike to an engine nacelle combined with a latent failure of the lightning protection features for the engine fuel feed system, if not addressed, could result in the potential for ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. FAA’s Determination The FAA is issuing this AD because the agency has determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 The FAA reviewed the following service information. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. • For Model 747–8 and 747–8F series airplanes: Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM–MOM–23–0885–01B– R1, dated November 13, 2023. • For Model 747–400, 747–400D, and 747–400F series airplanes: Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM–MOM–23– 0899–01B–R1, dated November 13, 2023. (For the 747–400D, see the Differences Between this AD and the Service Information section below.) • For Model 747–100, 747–100B, 747–100B SUD, 747–200B, 747–200C, 747–200F, 747–300, 747SR, and 747SP series airplanes: Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM–MOM–23–0907–01B, dated November 13, 2023. This service information specifies procedures for a detailed inspection for damage and a measurement of the electrical bonding resistance of the out- tank fuel feed tube bonding jumper in the strut for each of the four engines, and a measurement of the electrical bonding resistance of the forward side of the front spar bulkhead fitting adapter for each of the four engines. The detailed inspection for damage includes making sure the bonding jumper installation is secure. This service information also specifies related investigative actions, which include, depending on the airplane configuration, a general visual inspection of the aft side of the front spar to identify the configuration of the fuel feed tube and bulkhead fitting adapter, a detailed inspection for damage and measurements of the electrical bonding resistance of the in- tank bonding jumper, a general visual inspection of the wet-side front spar bulkhead fitting adapter for missing and damaged sealant or for missing sealant and damage to the encapsulation seal, and a general visual inspection of the seal for the welded tube fitting configuration for missing and damaged sealant. This service information also specifies corrective actions, which include, depending on the airplane configuration, adjusting the installation and reworking the bonding jumper bonding path, replacement of the bonding jumper; and re-installing the front spar bulkhead fitting and applying sealant. This service information also specifies reporting findings of the inspections and measurements to Boeing. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. AD Requirements This AD requires an inspection for damage and a measurement of the electrical bonding resistance of the out- tank fuel feed tube bonding jumper in the strut for each of the four engines, a measurement of the electrical bonding resistance of the forward side of the front spar bulkhead fitting adapter for each of the four engines, applicable related investigative and corrective actions, and reporting inspection and measurement findings to Boeing. Differences Between This AD and the Service Information For Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM–MOM–23–0899–01B–R1, dated November 13, 2023, which applies to Model 747–400 and 747–400F series airplanes, the FAA has determined that Model 747–400D airplanes can also accomplish the required actions using that service information. Model 747– 400D airplanes are similar in design to Model 747–400 and 747–400F series airplanes. Interim Action This AD is considered to be interim action. The inspection reports that are required by this AD will enable the manufacturer to obtain better insight into the nature, cause, and extent of the bonding degradation and failures, and eventually to develop final action to VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:59 Nov 29, 2023 Jkt 262001 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\30NOR1.SGM 30NOR1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES

83496 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 229 / Thursday, November 30, 2023 / Rules and Regulations address the unsafe condition. Once final action has been identified, the FAA might consider further rulemaking. Justification for Immediate Adoption and Determination of the Effective Date Section 553(b)(3)(B) of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 551 et seq. ) authorizes agencies to dispense with notice and comment procedures for rules when the agency, for ‘‘good cause,’’ finds that those procedures are ‘‘impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest.’’ Under this section, an agency, upon finding good cause, may issue a final rule without providing notice and seeking comment prior to issuance. Further, section 553(d) of the APA authorizes agencies to make rules effective in less than thirty days, upon a finding of good cause. An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of this AD without providing an opportunity for public comments prior to adoption. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies forgoing notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because the lightning protection features for the engine fuel feed system could fail without being detected. This could result in no lightning protection features remaining due to the latent failure. A lightning strike to an engine nacelle, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. Accordingly, notice and opportunity for prior public comment are impracticable and contrary to the public interest pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(3)(B). In addition, the FAA finds that good cause exists pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(d) for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days, for the same reasons the FAA found good cause to forgo notice and comment. Regulatory Flexibility Act The requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) do not apply when an agency finds good cause pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553 to adopt a rule without prior notice and comment. Because the FAA has determined that it has good cause to adopt this rule without notice and comment, RFA analysis is not required. Costs of Compliance The FAA estimates that this AD affects 211 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD: E STIMATED C OSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators Inspections/measurements of the out-tank bonding jumper and front spar bulkhead fit- ting adapter. Up to 6 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $510 per in- spection/measurement cycle. $0 Up to $510 per inspection/ measurement cycle. Up to $107,610 per inspec- tion/measurement cycle. Reporting ................................ 1 work-hour × 85 per hour = 85 per inspection/measure- ment cycle. 0 85 per inspection/measure- ment cycle. 85 per inspection/measure- ment cycle. The FAA estimates the following costs to do any necessary related investigative and corrective actions that would be required based on the results of the inspections/measurements. The FAA has no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these actions: O N -C ONDITION C OSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Related Investigative Actions ...................................................... Up to 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ................................ $0. Corrective Actions ....................................................................... Up to 34 work-hours × 85 per hour = 2,890 ............................... Up to 1,000. Paperwork Reduction Act A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a currently valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 1 hour per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden to: Information Collection Clearance Officer, Federal Aviation Administration, 10101 Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76177–1524. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. The FAA is issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements. Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:59 Nov 29, 2023 Jkt 262001 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\30NOR1.SGM 30NOR1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES

83497 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 229 / Thursday, November 30, 2023 / Rules and Regulations Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866, and (2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive: 2023–23–14 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39–22616; Docket No. FAA–2023–2228; Project Identifier AD– 2023–01095–T. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective December 15, 2023. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 747–100, 747–100B, 747– 100B SUD, 747–200B, 747–200C, 747–200F, 747–300, 747–400, 747–400D, 747–400F, 747SR, 747SP, 747–8F, and 747–8 series airplanes, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of latent failures of the lightning protection features for the engine fuel feed system. The FAA is issuing this AD to address latent failures of the lightning protection features for the engine fuel feed system. A lightning strike to an engine nacelle combined with latent failures of the lightning protection features for the engine fuel feed system, if not addressed, could result in the potential for ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Repetitive Inspections/Measurements, Related Investigative, and Corrective Actions Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD for Model 747 airplanes operated in a passenger configuration, and within 120 days after the effective date of this AD for Model 747 airplanes operated in an all-cargo configuration: Do a detailed inspection for damage and measure the electrical bonding resistance of the out-tank fuel feed tube bonding jumper in the strut for each of the four engines, measure the electrical bonding resistance of the forward side of the front spar bulkhead fitting adapter for each of the four engines, and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with Part 2 of the applicable Boeing multi operator message specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (3) of this AD. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the inspection and measurements thereafter at intervals not to exceed 12 months. (1) For Model 747–8 and 747–8F series airplanes: Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM–MOM–23–0885–01B–R1, dated November 13, 2023. (2) For Model 747–400, 747–400D, and 747–400F series airplanes: Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM–MOM–23–0899– 01B–R1, dated November 13, 2023. (3) For Model 747–100, 747–100B, 747– 100B SUD, 747–200B, 747–200C, 747–200F, 747–300, 747SR, and 747SP series airplanes: Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM– MOM–23–0907–01B, dated November 13, 2023. (h) Repetitive Reporting Requirement for All Airplanes At the applicable compliance times specified in paragraphs (h)(1) and (2) of this AD: Submit a report of all findings from each work package performed as required by paragraph (g) of this AD, in accordance with Appendix C of the applicable Boeing multi operator message identified in paragraphs (g)(1) though (3) of this AD. (1) For the initial inspections and measurements required by paragraph (g) of this AD, submit the report at the applicable compliance time specified in paragraph (h)(1)(i) or (ii) of this AD. (i) For Model 747 airplanes operated in a passenger configuration: Within 120 days after the effective date of this AD. (ii) For Model 747 airplanes operated in an all-cargo configuration: Within 150 days after the effective date of this AD. (2) For each repetitive inspection and measurement required by paragraph (g) of this AD, submit the report at intervals not to exceed 30 days after completing all four work packages. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, AIR–520, Continued Operational Safety Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or responsible Flight Standards Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM- Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the responsible Flight Standards Office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by The Boeing Company Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, AIR–520, Continued Operational Safety Branch, FAA, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (j) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Samuel Dorsey, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone: 206–231–3415; email: Samuel.j.dorsey@faa.gov. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM– MOM–23–0885–01B–R1, dated November 13, 2023. (ii) Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM– MOM–23–0899–01B–R1, dated November 13, 2023. (iii) Boeing Multi Operator Message MOM– MOM–23–0907–01B, dated November 13, 2023. (3) For Boeing material identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110– SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; telephone 562–797–1717; website myboeingfleet.com . (4) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (5) You may view this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:59 Nov 29, 2023 Jkt 262001 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\30NOR1.SGM 30NOR1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES

83498 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 229 / Thursday, November 30, 2023 / Rules and Regulations 1 https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/rulemaking/ retrospective-review-ftc-rules-guides. visit www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ ibr-locations, or email fr.inspection@ nara.gov. Issued on November 20, 2023. Caitlin Locke, Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2023–26367 Filed 11–27–23; 4:15 pm] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION 16 CFR Chapter I Regulatory Review Schedule AGENCY : Federal Trade Commission. ACTION : Notification of intent to request public comments: initiation and termination of regulatory review. SUMMARY : As part of its ongoing, systematic review of all Federal Trade Commission rules and guides, the Commission announces an updated ten- year regulatory review schedule. No Commission determination on the need for, or the substance of, the rules and guides listed below should be inferred from this notification. DATES : The schedule set out in this document is applicable November 30, 2023. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT : Further details about specific rules or guides may be obtained from the contact person listed below for the rule or guide. For information about this document, please contact Jock Chung (202–326–2984), Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Enforcement, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20580. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION : To ensure its rules and industry guides remain relevant and are not unduly burdensome, the Commission reviews each on a ten-year schedule. Every year the Commission publishes its review schedule, with adjustments made in response to public input, changes in the marketplace, and resource demands. When the Commission reviews a rule or guide, it publishes a document in the Federal Register seeking public comment on the continuing need for the rule or guide, as well as the rule’s or guide’s costs and benefits to consumers and businesses. Based on this feedback, the Commission may modify or repeal the rule or guide to address public concerns, changed conditions, or to reduce undue regulatory burden. The Commission posts information about its review schedule on its website 1 to facilitate comment. This website contains an updated review schedule, a list of rules and guides previously eliminated in the regulatory review process, and the Commission’s regulatory review plan. Updated Ten-Year Schedule for Review of FTC Rules and Guides For 2023, the Commission intends to initiate a review of, and solicit public comments on, the following guide and rules: (1) Labeling Requirements for Alternative Fuels and Alternative Fueled Vehicles, 16 CFR part 309 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/ chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-309). Agency Contact: Hampton Newsome, (202) 326–2889, Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Enforcement, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20580. (2) Rule Concerning Cooling-Off Period for Sales Made at Homes or at Certain Other Locations, 16 CFR part 429 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title- 16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-429). Agency Contact: Marguerite Moeller, (404) 656–1364, Federal Trade Commission, Southeast Region, 233 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 1000, Atlanta, GA 30303. The Commission is currently reviewing 16 of its 63 rules and guides. Since the Commission last published its schedule, it has completed or terminated reviews of one guide and two rules: 16 CFR part 255, Guides Concerning Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising; 16 CFR part 308, Trade Regulation Rule Pursuant to the Telephone Disclosure and Dispute Resolution Act of 1992 [Pay Per Call Rule]; and 16 CFR part 423, Care Labeling of Textile Wearing Apparel and Certain Piece Goods. During that period, it has started reviews of one guide and one rule: 16 CFR part 260, Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims; and 16 CFR part 437, Business Opportunity Rule. The Commission appends a copy of its updated regulatory review schedule, indicating initiation dates for reviews through 2033. In its discretion, the Commission may modify or reorder the schedule in the future to incorporate new rules, or to respond to external factors (such as changes in the law) or other considerations. Authority: 15 U.S.C. 41 through 58. By direction of the Commission. April J. Tabor, Secretary. Appendix R EGULATORY R EVIEW —U PDATED T EN -Y EAR S CHEDULE 16 CFR part Topic Year to initiate review 24 ................ Guides for Select Leather and Imitation Leather Products .................................................................. Currently Under Review. 260 .............. Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims ...................................................................... Currently Under Review. 310 .............. Telemarketing Sales Rule ..................................................................................................................... Currently Under Review. 312 .............. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule ............................................................................................ Currently Under Review. 314 .............. Standards for Safeguarding Customer Information .............................................................................. Currently Under Review. 318 .............. Health Breach Notification Rule ............................................................................................................ Currently Under Review. 425 .............. Use of Prenotification Negative Option Plans [Negative Option Rule] ................................................. Currently Under Review. 432 .............. Power Output Claims for Amplifiers Utilized in Home Entertainment Products ................................... Currently Under Review. 436 .............. Disclosure Requirements and Prohibitions Concerning Franchising .................................................... Currently Under Review. 437 .............. Business Opportunity Rule .................................................................................................................... Currently Under Review. 453 .............. Funeral Industry Practices .................................................................................................................... Currently Under Review. 456 .............. Ophthalmic Practice Rules (Eyeglass Rule) ......................................................................................... Currently Under Review. 681 .............. Identity Theft [Red Flag] Rules ............................................................................................................. Currently Under Review. 801 .............. [Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act] Coverage Rules ........................................................ Currently Under Review. 802 .............. [Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act] Exemption Rules ...................................................... Currently Under Review. 803 .............. [Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act] Transmittal Rules ...................................................... Currently Under Review. VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:59 Nov 29, 2023 Jkt 262001 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\30NOR1.SGM 30NOR1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with RULES