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The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) is proposing a 7.9% increase in the base charge for the Boulder Canyon Project's electric services in the fiscal year 2026, raising it to $80.2 million. This change is primarily due to rising costs in operations, maintenance, and inflated expenses, alongside a decrease in prior year's leftover funds. Public consultation and comment periods are scheduled from April 28, 2025, to July 28, 2025, during which WAPA will review feedback. The new rates are expected to take effect on October 1, 2025, subject to final adjustments.

The Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council has announced a new rule that includes mining as a sector eligible for coverage under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST-41). This means that mining projects can now benefit from improved coordination and transparency in the federal permitting process. The rule aims to make the permitting process for mining projects more efficient without bypassing any environmental reviews or public consultations. By adding mining to the list of FAST-41 sectors, it is expected to help streamline the project review process for eligible mining endeavors.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), part of the Department of Transportation, has withdrawn a proposed rule regarding the investigation of railroad accidents and incidents. The rule, initially published in October 2024, aimed to establish a standard process for information gathering and consultation with stakeholders during investigations. The decision to retract follows two negative comments criticizing insufficiencies and potential issues, including vague definitions and conflicts with existing practices. The withdrawal allows FRA to revisit the proposal and work with stakeholders to address concerns.