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In a notice published by the Federal Maritime Commission, a complaint has been filed by 20230930-DK-Butterfly-1, Inc. against BAL Container Line Co., Limited. The complaint alleges that the Respondent violated certain provisions of the Shipping Act of 1984 by imposing unfair detention and demurrage charges. The charges were reportedly assessed during uncontrollable circumstances, not justifying the fees. The proceeding has been assigned to the Office of Administrative Law Judges, with a decision timeline set to begin from January 8, 2026, for the initial decision and July 22, 2026, for the final one.

Green Development, LLC filed a complaint against New England Power Company and Narragansett Electric Company, alleging unauthorized charges for certain solar projects in Rhode Island. They claim these companies imposed charges not allowed under the applicable tariff, violating Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rules and federal law. Green Development wants FERC to declare these charges unfair, stop them, and issue refunds. Interested parties must file protests or become part of the proceedings by a specified deadline.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a decision regarding a petition related to the Northampton Generating Co., LP in Pennsylvania. The EPA's decision, dated July 15, 2020, partially granted and partially denied the petition, which was submitted by the Sierra Club and the Clean Air Council. The petition objected to a state operating permit that was previously issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environment Protection. The decision is considered final action from the EPA, but parts of it may be reviewed in court if the petitioners choose to pursue further legal action within 60 days of the notice.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing changes to the boundaries of the John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System (CBRS) in Florida and South Carolina. This involves revising maps to add and remove certain areas based on their development status and suitability to be coastal barriers. The proposed changes will impact several counties, including the addition of new units and the adjustment of existing boundaries, and the public is invited to review and comment on these proposed modifications. Final recommendations will be submitted to Congress after considering public input and further evaluations.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), announced a public meeting to review the Eastern Bering Sea walleye pollock stock assessment. This meeting will be held from May 20 to May 23, 2025, at the Alaska Fishery Science Center in Seattle, Washington. Anyone interested in attending must notify Jim Ianelli at least two days before the meeting and bring a valid U.S. Identification Card. The meeting agenda and materials will be available online before the meeting.

In this final rule, the Department of Labor revises the way it calculates prevailing wage levels for alien workers in the U.S. to ensure wages align more accurately with those of U.S. workers with similar skills. This change applies to H1-B, H1-B1, and E-3 visa programs as well as certain immigrant visa categories. The rule lowers the previous wage level estimates, transitioning over a phased implementation period, to better protect U.S. worker job opportunities by eliminating financial incentives for using lower-paid foreign labor over similarly capable American workers. The rule also provides steps to ensure a smooth transition to these new wage levels.

The Department of Labor has announced the ratification of a rule from 2010 regarding the employment of temporary agricultural workers, also known as H-2A workers, in the United States. This rule was initially developed to improve application procedures, protect workers, and ensure program integrity. There were concerns raised in court about the rule's approval process, but recent actions confirmed its validity, ensuring that U.S. workers' wages and working conditions are not negatively impacted. This ratification serves to clear any doubts and confirm the legal standing of the rule.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for 3,224 oil and gas leases across seven states, including Colorado, Montana, and Wyoming. This action follows multiple lawsuits challenging the leases based on environmental concerns, such as greenhouse gas emissions and climate change impacts. The BLM is initiating a public scoping process allowing individuals to submit comments and suggestions until March 17, 2025, which will help shape the EIS. The process is meant to ensure the leasing decisions comply with environmental laws and policies, and it includes opportunities for public input throughout different stages.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to change the name of a waypoint (a reference point in navigation) in its Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes Q-117 and Q-135. The waypoint originally named “CUDLE” in North Carolina will now be called “RREGG” because there was a risk of confusion due to its similar sound to the “KALDA” waypoint in Virginia. This change is intended to reduce errors in radio communications but does not affect the overall airspace or operating procedures. The amendment is effective from February 20, 2025, and is considered an administrative change with minimal impact.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final permit under the Clean Air Act to Deseret Generation and Transmission Co-operative for operating the Bonanza Power Plant in Uintah County, Utah. The permit, which is valid for five years, was initially appealed by the Ute Indian Tribe, citing concerns over health and environmental impacts and possible non-compliance with coal combustion regulations. However, the Environmental Appeals Board denied the Tribe's appeals, and the permit took effect on December 17, 2024. The permit outlines enforceable conditions and is part of a program to control air pollution by ensuring compliance with environmental standards.