We are still working closely with the IL Dept of Ag to finalize and publish the updates to the Illinois Anhydrous Ammonia regulations.  We are hopeful that an effective date of July 1, 2016 can be accomplished and that we can soon provide a final copy of the rules.  Many of the major requirements of the rule have a final compliance date of December 31, 2020.  Through IFCA's partnership with the Asmark Institute, John Rebholz is available to provide assistance with any questions you have about your ammonia facilities, the upcoming regulations and how to begin preparing for these rules as well as Process Safety Management requirements.  You can reach John at (309) 827-2774 or by emailing him at john@asmark.org.  Last week, OSHA sent a letter to all members of Congress indicating that they going to issue a rulemaking on PSM for ag retailers, but in the meantime are still taking a firm stand that the PSM rules must be in place by October 1, 2016 to protect the safety of employees and communities in the aftermath of the West, TX incident despite the fact that anhydrous ammonia was not a contributing factor in the West, TX explosion.  IFCA and our national associations ARA and TFI continue to communicate with members of Congress on this issue.  To read  the letter that OSHA sent to all members of Congress, click here.