Approval and Promulgation of Implementation Plans; California State Implementation Plan Revision; Interim Final Determination That State Has Corrected the Deficiencies

On September 12, 2001 in the Federal Register, EPA published a direct final rulemaking fully approving revisions to the California State Implementation Plan. The revisions concern Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) Rule 8-51, Adhesive and Sealant Products. On that date, EPA also published a proposed rulemaking to provide the public with an opportunity to comment on EPA's action. Based on the proposed full approval, EPA is making an interim final determination by this action that the State has corrected the deficiencies for which a sanctions clock began on December 6, 1999. This action will stay the application of the offset sanction and defer the application of the highway sanction. Although this action is effective upon publication, EPA will take comment. If comments are received on this interim final action, EPA will publish a final action taking into consideration any comments received.