ARC 7156C
REVENUE DEPARTMENT[701]
Notice of Intended Action
Proposing rulemaking related to underground storage tank rules
and providing an opportunity for public comment
The Revenue Department hereby proposes to rescind Chapter 289, “Underground Storage Tank Rules Incorporated By Reference,” Iowa Administrative Code.
Legal Authority for Rulemaking
This rulemaking is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code sections 421.14, 422.68 and 423.42.
State or Federal Law Implemented
This rulemaking implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code sections 423E.3 to 423E.6.
Purpose and Summary
Pursuant to Part IV of Executive Order 10, the Department was directed on September 22, 2023, to propose this Notice of Intended Action to rescind Chapter 289.
The Administrative Rules Coordinator provided preclearance for publication of this Notice of Intended Action on November 9, 2023.
Fiscal Impact
This rulemaking has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa.
Jobs Impact
After analysis and review of this rulemaking, no impact on jobs has been found.
Waivers
Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rulemaking would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Department for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any, pursuant to rule 701—7.28(17A).
Public Comment
Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this proposed rulemaking. Written or oral comments in response to this rulemaking must be received by the Department no later than 4:30 p.m.	on January 2, 2024. Comments should be directed to:

Nick Behlke
Department of Revenue
Hoover State Office Building
P.O. Box 10457
Des Moines, Iowa 50306-3457
Phone: 515.336.9025
Email: nick.behlke@iowa.gov	
Public Hearing
Public hearings at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows:

January 3, 2024
9 to 11 a.m.	Via video/conference call	
January 3, 2024
1 to 3 p.m.	Via video/conference call	
Persons who wish to participate in a video/conference call should contact Nick Behlke before 4:30 p.m.	on January 2, 2024, to facilitate an orderly hearing. A video link will be provided to participants prior to the hearing.
Persons who wish to make oral comments at a public hearing may be asked to state their names for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of this proposed rulemaking.
Any persons who intend to attend a public hearing and have special requirements, such as those related to hearing or mobility impairments, should contact the Department and advise of specific needs.
Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee
The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rulemaking by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rulemaking at its regular monthly meeting or at a special meeting. The Committee’s meetings are open to the public, and interested persons may be heard as provided in Iowa Code section 17A.8(6).
The following rulemaking action is proposed:
	Item 1. Rescind and reserve 701—Chapter 289.