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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received various filings related to electricity matters, including applications for authorization, self-certifications, changes in status, and tariff filings. Notable applications include those from companies seeking market-based rate authority and entities like Hamilton Liberty LLC, Dodge Flat Solar, Prairie State Solar, and others for generator applications. Interested parties are reminded to submit any interventions or protests by the specified comment dates to become part of the proceedings. The filings are accessible through FERC's eLibrary for more detailed information.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) received several filings related to electric rate and tariff amendments. These include applications and notices of changes from various entities like Calistoga Resiliency Center, LLC, Michigan Electric Transmission Company, and others. The public has until specific dates in February 2025 to comment on these filings, which are accessible through FERC's online eLibrary system. FERC encourages electronic filing and offers support through its Office of Public Participation for those needing assistance in navigating the process.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has submitted a request to renew a collection of information titled "Physical Protection of Plants and Materials" to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This information collection involves rules under 10 CFR part 73 to protect special nuclear materials and nuclear facilities. The NRC requires comments on this submission by May 28, 2025, and provides several methods for the public to access more details and share their thoughts. The objective of these regulations is to ensure the security of nuclear materials and facilities to protect public health and safety.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency comments on its proposed information collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC aims to alleviate paperwork burdens and improve the collection of information, particularly for small businesses. The comments will assess the necessity, utility, and accuracy of the information collected, and suggest ways to optimize this process. The submission deadline for written comments is April 27, 2021, and comments can be emailed to Cathy Williams at the FCC.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has proposed changes to improve the operations of the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO), which oversees the reliability of the Bulk Power System. Under the new proposal, the ERO would need to submit performance assessments every three years instead of every five years, ensuring more timely reviews. FERC also suggests including more detailed discussions in these assessments and setting up a formal public comment period for stakeholders to provide suggestions. These changes aim to enhance the effectiveness of the ERO and adapt to the rapid changes in the electric industry.

The Department of Commerce has finalized its ruling that crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from Thailand are being sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices, below fair market value. For this investigation, conducted from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, they found evidence of pricing manipulation due to market conditions. The decision includes multiple companies, and critical circumstances were noted, meaning there was a significant increase in imports. Consequently, Commerce will require cash deposits for estimated antidumping duties on these solar cells to protect U.S. industry from material injury.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain producers and exporters of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, or solar cells, from Malaysia are receiving subsidies from their government, which are countervailable under U.S. trade laws. The investigation found that these subsidies give Malaysian producers and exporters an unfair advantage in the U.S. market. Following this finding, U.S. Customs will suspend the liquidation of these solar cells, which means holding off on finalizing the import transaction and payment of duties, until a final decision is made. If the U.S. International Trade Commission supports this finding and determines that these imported solar cells harm U.S. industry, countervailing duties could be imposed.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proposes changes to its life insurance regulations to make it easier for terminally ill service members and their families to access benefits. Typically, a terminally ill person must apply for their Accelerated Benefit, which allows them to receive part of their insurance payout early. However, the rule change would allow an alternate applicant, like someone with power of attorney, to apply if the insured person cannot do so themselves because of medical reasons. This update would also make it clear who qualifies as a dependent for insurance coverage and aligns VA's practices with industry standards.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, or solar cells, from Malaysia are likely being sold in the U.S. at prices lower than fair value, a practice called dumping, during the period from April 2023 to March 2024. They conducted an investigation and verified the sales and production data of Malaysian companies like Hanwha Q Cells and Jinko Solar. Based on these findings, they are applying certain antidumping duties on those imported goods, except for products made and exported by Hanwha Q Cells, which were found to have a zero dumping margin. The U.S. International Trade Commission will further decide if these imports harm the domestic solar industry; if they confirm harm, antidumping duties will be enforced.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is releasing Revision 4 to their Regulatory Guide 1.136, titled “Design Limits, Loading Combinations, Materials, Construction, and Testing of Concrete Containments.” This guide updates the standards and guidance for materials and procedures used in building concrete containment structures in nuclear power plants. It endorses, with specific exceptions, the 2019 version of codes set by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) related to such constructions. The document also clarifies that the new guide isn't mandatory for license holders, meaning they aren't required to follow it, though it provides useful methodologies to meet existing regulatory requirements.