Revision Checklist 220 Summary

Rule Title:	Academic Laboratories Generator Standards

Checklist Title:	Academic Laboratories Generator Standards

Reference:	73 FR 72912-72960
Promulgation Date:	December 1, 2008
Effective Date:	December 31, 2008
Cluster:	RCRA Cluster XIX
Provision Type:	Non-HSWA
Linkage:	None
Optional:			Yes

Summary:  The rule establishes a new Subpart K within 40 CFR part 262, which establishes an alternative set of generator requirements applicable to laboratories owned by eligible academic entities that are flexible and protective, and address the specific nature of hazardous waste generation and accumulation in these laboratories.  

State Authorization:  This rule is placed in RCRA Cluster XIX.  The state modification deadline is July 1, 2010 (or July 1, 2011 if a state statutory change is necessary).   

This rule is promulgated pursuant to non-HSWA authority and is considered to be neither more nor less stringent than the current federal requirements. Therefore, states will not be required to adopt and seek authorization for this rule. 

Attorney General (AG) Certification Guidance:  Specific AG certification of statutory authority may not be required for this checklist as long as the AG has previously demonstrated authority for the definition of solid waste.

Program Description (PD) Guidance:  A state seeking authorization for this checklist should determine whether the revisions impact the program described in the Program Description. 

Incorporation by Reference Guidance:  There is no special guidance for states that incorporate by reference.