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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is reviewing an application for a new license to continue operating the Byllesby-Buck Hydroelectric Project in Virginia, as part of the National Environmental Policy Act. An Environmental Assessment report indicates that the project, with environmental safeguards, would not significantly impact the environment. FERC invites the public to access and comment on the assessment through its website, with a comment period open for 45 days. Public participation is encouraged, and assistance is available from FERC's Office of Public Participation.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has received an application from the County of San Diego seeking permission to engage in certain activities that might affect two species: the Quino checkerspot butterfly, listed as endangered, and the western spadefoot, proposed as threatened. This permit would allow the county to develop a 25-acre recreation park while also focusing on conserving and managing habitats within the area. The public is encouraged to offer feedback on the draft habitat conservation plan and environmental assessment until February 20, 2025. This process aims to balance development with environmental protection under the guidelines of the Endangered Species Act and the National Environmental Policy Act.

Marlow Hydro, LLC has filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a minor license to operate the Nash Mill Dam Hydroelectric Project on the Ashuelot River, located in Marlow, New Hampshire. The project, which already exists, includes various facilities such as a dam, generators, and a transmission line, with a total capacity of 225 kilowatts. Marlow Hydro plans to increase the flow of water bypassing parts of the project to 14.5 cubic feet per second. FERC is currently accepting comments on this application until April 17, 2025, and is involved in assessing the environmental impact as part of the scoping process under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is preparing an environmental document to evaluate the impacts of the Delta Lateral Project proposed by Kern River Gas Transmission Company in Millard County, Utah. This project involves the construction and operation of a 35.84-mile-long pipeline and related facilities to supply natural gas to the Intermountain Power Project. The FERC seeks public comments on environmental concerns and reasonable alternatives until February 3, 2021. The Commission aims to gather input from the public and agencies to focus on important environmental issues as part of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has issued a correction to a previous regulation published on November 13, 2020, which deals with Branch Application Procedures. The regulation amendment aims to fix an error in the instructions concerning the establishment and relocation of branches and offices, specifically regarding statements about compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. As a result of this correction, certain paragraphs in the regulation are being removed and others are being renumbered. This correction became effective on February 16, 2021.

The Department of the Interior is informing the public about its decision to adopt certain categorical exclusions (CXs) for environmental reviews from the Department of Energy and the National Telecommunications Information Administration. These CXs will be used by the Bureau of Land Management and the Bureau of Indian Affairs to streamline actions like setting up fences, roads, or communication towers without needing full environmental assessments if no special circumstances exist. This decision is aimed at improving efficiency in managing public and Tribal lands, while ensuring actions don't harm the environment. The adoption became effective on January 16, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) plans to create an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental effects of funding the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. This project, involving the production and use of clean hydrogen in Washington, Oregon, and Montana, aims to promote sustainable energy. Public input is sought via scoping meetings and comments until March 3, 2025. The DOE will analyze various options, including fully funding the proposed hub, expanding it, or a reduced version, to fulfill legislative mandates for clean hydrogen networks.

The Department of the Army has released the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a proposed training area at Fort Benning, Georgia, aiming to support Army maneuver training. The training area, known as the Heavy Off-Road Mounted Maneuver Training Area (HOMMTA), would involve developing 2,400 acres to meet existing training needs without adding more soldiers or activities outside the base. The EIS details potential environmental and socioeconomic impacts, with measures to protect sensitive areas like wetlands. Three alternatives for the training area location are assessed, with the Northern Mounted Maneuver Training Area identified as the preferred site. Public input was considered, and further decisions will be made after a 30-day review period.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the Department of Transportation, is proposing new procedures to implement the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). These procedures establish categorical exclusions (CEs), which are categories of actions deemed to typically have minimal environmental impacts. PHMSA invites public comments on these proposed CEs and procedures, aiming to ensure their activities minimize environmental effects and involve public and governmental engagement. Comments must be submitted by January 9, 2025.

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), part of the Department of Energy (DOE), announced the availability of a draft environmental impact statement for the ongoing operation of the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This draft is part of their compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) and considers the environmental consequences of LANL's activities over the next 15 years. The public is invited to review the draft and provide feedback during a 60-day comment period ending March 11, 2025. Three alternatives for LANL's future operations are considered: continuing current actions, modernizing operations, and expanding operations to address national security challenges.