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Southern LNG Company has submitted an application to the Department of Energy (DOE) for permission to export liquefied natural gas (LNG) that has been previously imported into the United States. They are seeking authorization to export up to 182.5 billion cubic feet of natural gas over two years, starting on April 1, 2025, from their Elba Island Terminal in Georgia to countries that do not have free trade agreements with the U.S. The DOE will evaluate this request based on domestic needs and market competition policy, and they are accepting public comments and interventions on the matter until March 20, 2025.

Texas Eastern Transmission, LP has requested authorization to replace segments of its existing pipelines and upgrade a station in Wilson County, Tennessee. This request, filed under regulations of the Natural Gas Act, aims to ensure safe operations after a pipeline class location change. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is allowing public participation in the decision process, with the deadline for protests, motions to intervene, and comments set for March 28, 2025. Assistance is available through the Commission’s website or office, and there are several ways for the public to file their input.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is inviting public comments on extending the information collection requirements for four types of applications and reports, without changes to current requirements. This includes FERC-519 for public utility mergers and acquisitions, FERC-520 for interlocking directorates, FERC-546 for gas pipeline rates, and FERC-580 for fuel and energy purchases. Comments are due by April 4, 2025, and can be submitted online or by mail. The Commission emphasizes the importance of these collections for fulfilling its regulatory duties under the Federal Power Act and Natural Gas Act.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a new policy that will streamline the way it authorizes natural gas exports. Previously, facilities needed separate long-term and short-term authorizations to export natural gas, but now DOE will consolidate these permissions into one. This means that facilities with long-term export authorizations will also be allowed to export the same volume on short-term contracts of less than two years without needing additional paperwork. This change is aimed at making the process more efficient and reducing administrative burdens, applying to future long-term export authorizations.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a final rule to update the maximum civil monetary penalties for violating laws and regulations under its authority. This adjustment is required by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act, which mandates annual updates to account for inflation. The rule comes into effect on January 14, 2025, and is being implemented without the usual notice and comment process due to legal requirements. The updated penalties apply to acts governed by the Federal Power Act, Natural Gas Policy Act, Natural Gas Act, and Interstate Commerce Act, among others.

In a Notice of Inquiry, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking new information and viewpoints from stakeholders regarding the certification of new interstate natural gas transportation facilities. This initiative is an effort to explore potential changes in their policies, especially concerning the necessity of proposed projects, environmental impacts, and the effects on communities, including those focused on environmental justice. FERC is also interested in improving the efficiency of the certification process and invites comments on several related questions, due by April 26, 2021, providing guidance on how stakeholders can submit their opinions.

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.

Seaspan Energy Ltd. filed a petition on February 7, 2025, with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting a declaratory order. They want FERC to confirm that selling and loading liquefied natural gas (LNG) as marine vessel fuel from a bunkering facility to a barge isn't subject to FERC's jurisdiction under parts of the Natural Gas Act. The public can submit interventions or protests regarding this petition by March 31, 2025, either electronically or by mail. The Commission encourages using its online resources for submissions and offers assistance through various contact points for those needing help.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking for public comments on the information collection known as FERC 545: Gas Pipeline Rates: Rate Change (Non-Formal). This request aligns with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and covers information needed to implement certain sections of the Natural Gas Act. The collection helps FERC ensure that gas rates are fair and not discriminatory. The public has until April 25, 2025, to submit any comments on this matter through specified online platforms or by mail.

Northern Natural Gas Company has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) seeking authorization under the Natural Gas Act. This application includes establishing a buffer zone approximately one-half mile around a gas storage facility in Dallas County, Iowa, and designating five geological formations as vertical buffer zones. The application is open for public comment and intervention until February 16, 2021. People can submit their comments electronically or by mail, and those wishing to intervene must file a motion by the deadline if they wish to become an official party to the proceedings.