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Powerhouse Systems, LLC has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a subsequent minor license related to the Weston Dam Project located on the Upper Ammonoosuc River in New Hampshire. The project features a 220-foot-long dam, two turbine-generator units, and a 300-foot transmission line but does not include recreation facilities. FERC encourages the public to submit scoping comments by December 27, 2024, as part of the environmental review process under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). FERC's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in engaging with the commission's proceedings.

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 Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released the final evaluation findings for the Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve and six coastal management programs. These programs, located in American Samoa, Hawaii, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New York, and Oregon, are managed by the states and territory under the Coastal Zone Management Act. NOAA found that both the reserve and the state and territory programs are in compliance with federally approved coastal zone management objectives and meeting the terms of their financial assistance. The findings are available online, and NOAA has addressed public comments received during the evaluation process.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved changes requested by the State of New Hampshire to revise its authorized programs to enable electronic reporting. These updates to the programs under the EPA aim to streamline processes by allowing electronic submissions instead of paper-based ones. The approval is part of the Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule (CROMERR), which ensures electronic reports are as reliable as physical documents. New Hampshire residents or organizations can request a public hearing on this decision within 30 days of its announcement in the Federal Register.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has reviewed an application by Aclara Meters, LLC, to surrender its Somersworth Hydroelectric Project on the Salmon Falls River in New Hampshire and Maine. Aclara's application was evaluated through an environmental assessment (EA), which concluded that ending the project would not significantly impact the human environment. The public can view the EA and submit comments electronically via the FERC website within 30 days of this notice. For more information, individuals can contact FERC's Diana Shannon.

The notice updates a previous major disaster declaration in New Hampshire from April 3, 2020. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces a change in the Federal Coordinating Officer, appointing Paul F. Ford to replace W. Russell Webster. This notice lists federal assistance programs available to address the disaster's impact. This update was officially made on January 14, 2021.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) sought to revoke two registrations of Jason Weakley, a registered nurse and advanced practice registered nurse, because he was not authorized to handle controlled substances in Vermont and New Hampshire. Weakley's nursing licenses in both states had expired and remained suspended. He was informed of his right to a hearing but did not request one, leading to a default judgment against him. Consequently, the DEA revoked his registrations, preventing him from handling controlled substances and from renewing or applying for new registrations in these states.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposes approving New Hampshire's updated sulfur content standards for fuels, replacing older regulations. This revision, submitted on March 11, 2019, aims to lower sulfur limits in liquid and solid fuels, improving air quality and aligning with state law changes. Notably, the regulation allows temporary deferrals of sulfur limits during fuel shortages, provided conditions are met, and requires EPA notification. Public comments on the proposal are invited until March 10, 2021.

Parker & Nelson Holdings, LLC has transferred the exemption for the 105-kilowatt Ashland Papermill Hydroelectric Project No. 5638 to 3Phase Hydro, LLC. This project, located on the Squam River in Grafton County, New Hampshire, originally received an exemption from licensing back in 1982 and has since changed hands multiple times. The transfer did not require approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. All project-related communications should now be directed to Austin Brown at 3Phase Hydro, LLC.

The City of Nashua has filed for a new license to continue operating the Mine Falls Hydroelectric Project in New Hampshire. Initially, an environmental assessment of the project's effects was expected to be completed by February 2025. However, the schedule for completing this assessment is being revised to ensure all information is fully considered. For questions, contact Khatoon Melick at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.