OCR error (C:\Conversion\JobRoot\000006ZQ\tiff\2000Q4HD.tif): Unspecified error ------- Requirements for Interim Authorization State programs that are "substantially equivalent" to the Federal program may receive interim authorization, then be gradually upgraded until they qualify for "final" or "full" authorization. To qualify for interim authorization, a State program must: • control as nearly an identical universe of waste as is controlled by the Federal program • cover all types of hazardous waste facilities in the State • be based on standards that provide substantially the same degree of human health and environmental protection as do the Federal standards • be administered through procedures that are substantially equivalent to procedures used in the Federal program Timetable for Authorization RCRA established a timetable for interim and full authorization of State programs based upon the promulgation of the regulations governing those programs. EPA is promulgating these regulations in two phases; therefore, authorization can also be in two phases. These two phases are: • Phase I (promulgated in spring 1980) —identification and listing of hazardous waste —standards for generators of hazardous wastes —standards for transporters of hazardous wastes —standards for the owners and operators of facilities that treat, store, or dispose of hazardous waste (Interim Status Standards) —permits for treatment, storage, or disposal of hazardous waste —authorization of State hazardous waste program:s • Phase II (to be promulgated in fall 1980) —standards for the owners and operators of facilities that treat, store, or dispose of hazardous waste (Permanent Status Standards) The timetable for authorization of State programs coincides with these phases. States can apply for interim authorization to assume responsibility for the portions of the program covered by Phase I within 90 days after its promulgation. This interim authorization would be effective for up to 24 months, beginning 6 months after the promulgation date. States can expand their authorization to cover Phase II following its promulgation. A State may apply for interim authorization during Phase I and later amend its application in accordance with Phase II requirements. A State may also wait to submit its application for interim authoriz»tir until Phase II of the promulgation schedule but must then meet all Phase I and Phase II requirements. If a State does not apply for and receive inte> o authorization, EPA will administer a hazardous waste program in that State. A State need not apply for and receive interim authorization in order to be eligible for final authorization. States may apply for final author- ization anytime after the beginning of Phase II. ------- |