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WBI Energy Transmission, Inc. has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon six natural gas storage wells and over 4 miles of related pipeline facilities in Montana. The objective is to limit integrity risks, aligning with safety guidelines. The public is invited to participate in the review process by submitting protests, comments, or motions to intervene by June 9, 2025. Interested parties can access the full document and get assistance through the Commission's website.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) plans to create an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental effects of funding the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. This project, involving the production and use of clean hydrogen in Washington, Oregon, and Montana, aims to promote sustainable energy. Public input is sought via scoping meetings and comments until March 3, 2025. The DOE will analyze various options, including fully funding the proposed hub, expanding it, or a reduced version, to fulfill legislative mandates for clean hydrogen networks.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has announced a proposal to expand the Purchased/Referred Care Delivery Area (PRCDA) for the Chippewa Cree Tribe of the Rocky Boy's Reservation to include Cascade County in Montana. This expansion aims to allow more tribal members and beneficiaries to access Purchased/Referred Care services. The proposal is supported by evidence of social and economic ties of the Chippewa Cree members in Cascade County to the Tribe's reservation. Public comments on this proposal can be submitted until January 16, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made changes to a major disaster declaration for Montana, originally declared on March 31, 2020. This amendment, which became effective on January 20, 2021, involves the appointment of Nancy J. Dragani as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Lee K. dePalo. This notice lists the categories of federal assistance available for reporting and fund claims related to the disaster.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has announced adjustments to the electric power rates for the Mission Valley Power Project (MVP), which will take effect in March 2025 and 2026. Despite an initial proposal for rate changes in 2024, those were delayed and won't be implemented. The public had the opportunity to comment on these changes, but no feedback was received. MVP provides electric services to areas in and around the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana, and the adjustments were made following federal guidelines, including consultation with Tribal governments.

The Bureau of Land Management has announced a public meeting for the Missouri Basin Resource Advisory Council. This meeting will take place virtually on January 16, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time. The council, which advises on public land management in parts of Montana and the Dakotas, will discuss various topics, including district and field office reports, recreation site business plans, and provide a period for public comments. Attendees need to register beforehand, and requests for accommodations should be made 14 days prior to the meeting.