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Chevron Corporation and Hess Corporation have requested the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to review and nullify a previous order from January 17, 2025. This order stopped Chevron's efforts to appoint Hess CEO John B. Hess to Chevron's board following their merger, which was seen as potentially harming competition by increasing industry coordination. Chevron and Hess argue that the order lacks a valid antitrust basis, claiming that Mr. Hess's role would not significantly affect competition or oil prices, and that removing the order would be in the public interest to enhance U.S. energy production. The FTC is inviting the public to comment on this petition until May 12, 2025.

The Executive Order establishes the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office of the President. Its purpose is to make America a leader in energy production by expanding all forms of energy, including oil, natural gas, and renewable sources. The Council, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, will advise the President on increasing energy production, improving regulations, and fostering cooperation between the government and private energy sectors. It will also work on strategies to raise national awareness about energy issues and priorities.

The Executive Order 14156 declares a national energy emergency, recognizing that the U.S. energy supply and infrastructure are inadequate to meet the country's needs. The order aims to improve domestic energy production and supply by leveraging emergency authorities, expediting infrastructure projects, and utilizing emergency permitting provisions. It also emphasizes the importance of cooperation between agencies to ensure energy security and addresses potential challenges arising from endangered species regulations. The order calls for coordinated efforts and assessments to protect national security and economic stability.

Lock 7 Hydro Partners, LLC has filed an application for a new major license with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for the Mother Ann Lee Hydroelectric Station, located on the Kentucky River. The public is invited to submit comments on this application until February 25, 2021, via FERC's electronic filing system or by mail. The project includes various existing facilities like a dam, powerhouse, and transmission line and is expected to produce an average of 9,200 megawatt-hours annually. FERC staff will prepare an Environmental Assessment or Environmental Impact Statement to assess the environmental impacts and alternatives, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, no public scoping meetings will be held; written comments are encouraged instead.