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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has released a final rule to update its filing fees based on costs from Fiscal Year 2020. This update revises the fees FERC charges for various services and is effective as of March 29, 2021. The changes aim to ensure that fees reflect FERC's current expenses and have been verified as not being a major rule according to regulatory standards. The new fees will be communicated to Congress and are detailed in amendments to part 381 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking the public for comments on the information collection called FERC-545, which relates to changes in gas pipeline rates. This request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the comments are due by March 10, 2025. The purpose of this collection is to ensure that the rate changes are fair, reasonable, and comply with the Natural Gas Act. Those interested can submit their feedback through the FERC website or by mail.

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for authorization to undertake the Cedar Vale Compressor Station Project. This project involves the construction and operation of a new compressor station in Osage County, Oklahoma, which will increase the gas delivery capacity to markets in Missouri and Kansas by adding firm capacity of 98,000 dekatherms per day in the Market Area and 35,000 dekatherms per day in the Production Area. Interested parties have until December 24, 2024, to file comments, protests, or motions to intervene in the proceeding, which can be done electronically or by mail. The Commission will conduct an environmental review within 90 days and offers support and information through its Office of Public Participation.

Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for authorization to construct a short pipeline extension in Hillsborough County, Florida. This project aims to reallocate gas delivery capacity without changing the mainline capacity and is estimated to cost $10.9 million. The public can participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by March 4, 2025. Detailed information and assistance for participation are available through FERC's website and contact centers.

Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting permission to construct pipeline extensions and upgrade compressor stations in Florida. Known as the Big Bend Project, it aims to provide additional natural gas transportation services to a power plant in Hillsborough County, with an estimated cost of $37.5 million. The public can engage in the Commission's review by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by the deadline of March 5, 2021. This notice also outlines the procedures for interventions and submitting feedback on the project, which can be completed online or by mail.

On February 27, 2025, Northwest Pipeline LLC filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to acquire, own, and operate a pipeline, as well as to make improvements by adding a compressor station. Portland General Electric Company and others also applied to abandon the pipeline upon its sale. The public is encouraged to participate by commenting, protesting, or filing to intervene in the review process, with the deadline for interventions set for April 3, 2025. The proposed project aims to enhance pipeline capacity and is projected to cost over $60 million.

National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation has submitted a request to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for authorization of its Line UNY Westwood 2025 Modernization Project in Erie County, New York. This project involves replacing and rerouting pipelines, constructing a new measurement and regulation station, and abandoning old facilities. The Commission is inviting the public to participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by January 31, 2025. This notice allows interested parties to express their views and become involved in the proceeding if desired.

Texas Eastern Transmission, LP has filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission seeking permission for its Perulack Compressor Units Replacement Project in Pennsylvania. The project involves removing four old compressor units and building two new ones, along with additional facilities, aiming to meet Pennsylvania's air emission standards without adding new capacity. Public comments and motions to intervene in the project proceedings can be submitted electronically or by mail until February 23, 2021. This process allows interested individuals to express their views on the project or become parties to the proceeding.

El Paso Natural Gas Company, L.L.C. has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to abandon its Monument Compressor Station Unit 1B located in New Mexico, in order to cut down on operational costs. The public can participate in the review process by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by May 6, 2025. There is no charge for filing these documents and the guidelines for participation are detailed on the FERC website. Documents related to this project are accessible online via FERC’s eLibrary or can be subscribed to for updates.

WBI Energy Transmission, Inc. has filed a request for authorization from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to upgrade and operate certain natural gas facilities in Morton County, North Dakota. This project, known as the Minot Expansion Project, aims to increase natural gas capacity to serve Montana-Dakota Utilities Company and ensure the integrity of the system, with an estimated cost of $13 million. The public can participate in the review process by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by April 22, 2025. Detailed instructions for participating, as well as contact information, are provided to assist those interested in being involved.