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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated Virginia's authority to enforce certain federal air pollution standards. This change allows Virginia to implement and enforce federal standards for hazardous air pollutants and new source performance standards, which are rules designed to control air pollution from specific sources. The update ensures Virginia can continue to enforce these standards as they are updated in federal regulations. The EPA also informed Virginia that the exemption for startup, shutdown, and malfunction (SSM) periods should no longer be allowed due to a court ruling.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a correction to a previously published proposed rule related to incidental takes of marine mammals during U.S. Navy construction activities at Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia. The correction changes the deadline for written comments from "January 20, 2021" to "January 21, 2021." This update aims to ensure that the public has accurate information regarding when comments on the proposed rule are due.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree with a court to settle a lawsuit involving the United States, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and FMC Corporation over natural resource damages at a site in Front Royal, Virginia. FMC Corporation will pay over $1.6 million, with most going to the U.S. government's fund for environmental restoration projects, and part to Virginia for similar purposes. Four federal agencies are also involved in the settlement, contributing nearly $2.5 million for restoration projects. The agreement includes a period for public comment and protects the parties from further liability related to this issue as of the settlement date.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice to update a major disaster declaration for Virginia, originally declared on April 2, 2020. This amendment, effective January 20, 2021, names Janice P. Barlow as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing MaryAnn Tierney. FEMA provides various forms of federal assistance and services following the disaster, including loans, counseling, and housing aid. This notice ensures continued federal support and coordination for the affected communities in Virginia.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced that Scott's Mill Hydro, LLC has submitted an application for an original major license for the Scott's Mill Hydroelectric Project on the James River in Virginia. The proposed project involves constructing a dam, a powerhouse with nine turbines, and a transmission line, along with enhancements like eel ramps, a fishing pier, and a boat ramp. The public is encouraged to submit scoping comments by March 28, 2025, as part of the environmental review process. The Commission's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in engaging with the process.

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.

PE Hydro Generation, LLC has filed an application to obtain a license for the Warren Hydroelectric Project in Virginia. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced that they will prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) as part of the review process, indicating that the project is unlikely to significantly impact the environment. The EA will be shared for public comment, and interaction is encouraged. For public assistance or inquiries, individuals can contact the Commission’s Office of Public Participation.