Adjustment of Reid Vapor Pressure Lower Limit for Reformulated Gasoline Sold in the State of California

EPA is amending the lower limit of the valid range for Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) for reformulated gasoline certified under the simple model and sold in the State of California. The lower limit is being changed from 6.6 pounds per square inch (psi) to 6.4 psi. EPA is taking this action because the Agency believes that it will result in no negative environmental impact and, for reasons discussed below, the Agency believes it is proper in the limited case of California gasoline. In the proposed rules section of today's Federal Register, EPA is proposing the same action covered by this direct final rule (i.e., to amend the lower limit of the valid range for RVP for reformulated gasoline certified under the simple model and sold in the State of California from 6.6 to 6.4 psi). If adverse comment or a request for a public hearing is received on this direct final rule, EPA will withdraw the direct final rule and address the comments received in a subsequent final rule on the related proposed rule. No additional opportunity for public comment on this change to the lower limit of the simple model's valid range for RVP will be provided.