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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received several new filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and reports. Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania, Inc. has filed a revised statement of operating conditions to be effective by December 14, 2024. Additionally, MMGJ Arkansas Upstream, LLC and Razorback Production, LLC submitted a joint petition for a limited waiver of capacity release regulations. Guardian Pipeline, L.L.C. also made a filing regarding negotiated rate agreements, effective January 15, 2025. Individuals who wish to participate or object to these filings must do so by the designated dates and follow specific regulatory procedures.

The document details several filings submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Bridger Pipeline LLC seeks approval for an accounting entry related to its acquisition of Bayou Midstream Bakken, LLC. Valero Energy Corporation is requesting approval for using a specific accounting entry. Additionally, National Grid LNG, LLC, Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC, and Transwestern Pipeline Company, LLC, have compliance filings related to tariff and administrative regulations. The public can access these documents via FERC's eLibrary system and may participate in the process by submitting comments or seeking intervention by specified deadlines.

Portland & Western Railroad, Inc. (PNWR), a Class III railroad company, has filed a notice of exemption with the Surface Transportation Board to continue leasing and operating around 47.20 miles of rail lines in Oregon from the Union Pacific Railroad Company (UP). The lease began with UP's predecessor in 1995 and has been renewed to extend until 2025, with further commercial changes. The agreement includes terms about interchanging with other carriers, and PNWR has requested a waiver of the 60-day labor notice requirement due to projected revenues exceeding $5 million annually. Additionally, PNWR states that the lease is excluded from environmental and historical review requirements.

The Postal Regulatory Commission is notifying the public about a recent Postal Service filing related to a negotiated service agreement. This notice is part of a process for the Commission to review the Postal Service's requests, which might include adding or modifying products on the Competitive product list. The document outlines multiple requests and invites the public to comment on them. Interested parties can submit comments online, and those unable to do so are encouraged to reach out for further guidance.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued technical amendments to its Organization and Program Management regulations to update details about its regional offices. These changes were made to reflect the closure of the Salt Lake Regional Office and to update addresses for offices that have relocated. The amendments are procedural, so public commentary was not required, and they take effect on December 16, 2024. The changes are not expected to impact the rights or responsibilities of non-government parties.

The Department of the Interior has proposed changes to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures to introduce a new categorical exclusion for geothermal resource exploration by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). This change aims to make it easier and faster to approve exploration projects that typically do not have significant environmental impacts, thus supporting renewable energy development on public lands. Comments on this proposal are due by February 18, 2025. The BLM has reviewed past projects and determined that the new exclusion is justified because these activities have historically shown no significant environmental effects.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is inviting public comments on the proposed collection of specific information related to dietary supplement labeling. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act, federal agencies must publish notices for any information collection activities, allowing 60 days for public feedback. The proposal involves manufacturers, packers, or distributors of dietary supplements notifying the FDA about claims made on supplement labels. Comments can be submitted electronically or in writing by February 18, 2025.

The Department of Justice has finalized a rule that removes certain regulations related to guidance documents, which were introduced in 2020 following Executive Order 13891. This step follows President Biden's Executive Order 13992, which revoked the earlier order to allow more flexibility in agency guidance. The Department found the old regulations unnecessary and burdensome, as they discouraged helpful guidance and required additional resource allocation to determine if documents were subject to these regulations. The Attorney General has issued a new memorandum to address the development and use of guidance documents, reflecting these updated policies.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refunds. Permian Highway Pipeline LLC filed a petition for rate approval effective from December 8, 2020. Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC submitted a compliance filing concerning a refund report. Deadlines for comments or protests regarding these filings are specified, and involvement in these proceedings requires formal intervention in line with Commission rules.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has issued a notice regarding a filing by the Postal Service that involves a negotiated service agreement. This notice informs the public about the filing and asks for public comments by February 7, 2025. The filing deals with additions to the Competitive Product List, such as Priority Mail Express and USPS Ground Advantage contracts. The public can submit comments online or contact the General Counsel for advice on alternative submission methods.