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Texas Eastern Transmission, LP has submitted a request for authorization to replace sections of three gas pipelines in Blair County, Pennsylvania, as part of a compliance project under federal safety standards. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is inviting the public to participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments concerning this proposal until February 10, 2025. Participation can be done through the Commission's website or by mailing submissions to FERC, and detailed instructions are provided for both options. FERC encourages public engagement and has resources available to support those interested in the process.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a final rule to adjust its civil monetary penalties (CMPs) for inflation, following the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 and its 2015 amendments. This adjustment ensures the penalties remain effective deterrents by increasing them to the maximum level prescribed by the law. The updated penalties use a multiplier, based on the Consumer Price Index, to calculate the rise for the year 2025. These changes will apply to violations assessed after the rule's effective date of December 27, 2024.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a new rule focusing on the labeling of E15 fuel dispensers and the compatibility of underground storage tanks (USTs) with ethanol blends. The proposal includes potential changes to or removal of current E15 labels that alert consumers to the appropriate use of the fuel. Additionally, the EPA seeks to ensure that USTs can satisfactorily contain high ethanol blends and proposes rule revisions for future installations or component replacements to meet these compatibility requirements. Public comments on these proposals are invited, emphasizing efforts to adapt fueling infrastructure to evolving fuel standards while maintaining environmental safety.

Rivian Automotive, LLC has submitted a proposal to the Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board requesting permission to engage in production activities at its facility in Normal, Illinois. The company plans to produce electric vehicles and related components while taking advantage of customs duty exemptions for foreign materials used in exports. By utilizing FTZ procedures, Rivian can choose favorable duty rates for certain components used in domestic sales and avoid duties on waste materials. Public comments on this proposal are welcomed until March 8, 2021.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing to designate critical habitats for four species of freshwater mussels: the rayed bean, sheepnose, snuffbox, and spectaclecase. These designations spread across 17 states in the United States, covering approximately 3,974 river miles. The critical habitats are aimed at protecting key environmental features essential for the mussels' survival, such as suitable water flow, quality, and host fish presence. The agency is inviting comments on this proposal until February 11, 2025, and has also released an economic analysis regarding the designations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing changes to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for the Cyanide Chemicals Manufacturing source category. These changes stem from a review under the Clean Air Act to ensure the current standards are effective in protecting public health and addressing any emission risks. While the EPA found current emissions pose acceptable risks, they are proposing updated standards for process wastewater and emphasizing electronic reporting. The aim is to enhance monitoring, compliance, and data accuracy without expecting significant changes in emissions or economic impacts for the industry.

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.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued a final rule modifying the Federal Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards. This rule adopts certain recommendations from the Manufactured Housing Consensus Committee (MHCC) to enhance safety, affordability, and flexibility of manufactured homes. Key amendments include updates to standards for attached garages and structures, interior passage dimensions, carbon monoxide and smoke alarms, and stairway design and requirements. The rule aims to modernize the standards, align them with best practices, and incorporate new technologies to provide benefits to consumers and the broader community.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final decision to partially approve and partially disapprove Utah's plan to address regional haze, which affects air quality in national parks and wilderness areas. The EPA found Utah's plan partially insufficient as it failed to meet certain requirements, such as implementing stronger controls on emissions from specific power plants. Additionally, the EPA disapproved parts of Utah's plan addressing visibility pollution related to ozone levels from a 2020 submission. This ruling emphasizes the need for stronger measures to protect visibility and air quality in protected areas.

The Department of the Interior has announced programs and fiscal targets for 2025 that can be part of self-governance funding agreements with Indian Tribes, excluding the Bureau of Indian Affairs. These agreements allow Tribes to manage certain federal programs that relate to managing resources like lands and waters. The document lists eligible programs from different offices such as the Bureau of Land Management and the National Park Service, and highlights the objective to strengthen tribal sovereignty, self-determination, and collaboration in managing federal lands. Self-governance agreements have been made with several Tribes across various areas.