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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is preparing an environmental report to assess the impact of the proposed Cedar Vale Compressor Station Project in Osage County, Oklahoma, by Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. This notice marks the start of a public scoping process, inviting comments to identify important environmental concerns, which will guide the analysis in the environmental document. The project will increase natural gas delivery capacity and involves constructing a new compressor station. Landowners might be approached for easements, though they are not required to agree, and compensation disputes, if any, would be handled in court. Public comments on the scope of the environmental impacts are due by February 6, 2025.

The National Marine Fisheries Service is reviewing an application from the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries for an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP). This permit would allow some fishing boats to catch herring outside regular fishing rules to help study the genetic makeup of Atlantic herring populations. The study aims to improve fishery management by updating catch limits based on newer scientific findings. The public can comment on this proposal until April 4, 2025.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Alaska is conducting an oil and gas lease sale for twelve tracts in the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The bid opening will take place on January 9, 2025, but sealed bids must be submitted by January 6, 2025. The lease sale involves areas that are subject to ongoing legal disputes, which could affect the validity of any leases issued. Detailed information and viewing of the bids' opening will be available online.

This executive order, titled "Immediate Measures To Increase American Mineral Production", was issued by the President to boost mineral production in the United States. It outlines several steps to increase domestic mining, including identifying and fast-tracking priority mineral projects and easing regulations to encourage private investment. The order involves various government departments, such as Defense, Interior, and Energy, in identifying suitable lands for mineral production and facilitating infrastructure development. It also includes provisions for financial incentives and support for businesses engaged in mineral production to enhance national and economic security.