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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking the public to provide feedback on its current information collection methods related to power system reliability standards. These standards help transmission and distribution providers maintain electrical stability and respond to power system issues. FERC is also merging several reporting requirements into a single collection to streamline the process. Public comments are welcomed until March 3, 2025, to ensure the efficiency and necessity of these collections.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking for public comments on proposed changes to two information collections: FERC-725R and FERC-725A, which involve mandatory reliability standards for energy systems. These revisions aim to set new standards, like BAL-007-1, to assess short-term energy reliability and TOP-003-7, which deals with data collection for transmission operators. Responses are expected from 97 balancing authorities, and the changes are hoped to help minimize potential energy emergencies by ensuring these operators have effective plans and data collection in place. The deadline for comments is June 10, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking public comments on the FERC-517 information collection related to the safety of waterpower projects, with comments due by April 25, 2025. This information helps assess the safety of water projects, ensuring they're maintained well and safe for the public. The document outlines the reporting requirements, such as prompt incident reports and inspections by independent consultants. It also describes the Owner's Dam Safety Program, which mandates regular audits and includes key elements like dam safety policy and training.