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Northern States Power Company has applied for a license renewal for the Superior Falls Hydroelectric Project located on the Montreal River in Michigan and Wisconsin. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission believes this project might not significantly impact the environment, so they plan to prepare an Environmental Assessment. This document will be reviewed by interested parties, and their feedback will be considered in the final licensing decision. Public engagement is encouraged, and the Commission is available to assist with inquiries and filing processes.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated its Federal Agency Hazardous Waste Compliance Docket, which keeps track of federal facilities that handle hazardous waste. Under a law called CERCLA, the EPA must maintain this list to identify facilities that may need environmental cleanup. The latest update includes information about two new facilities added to the list, but no facilities were deleted or corrected since the last update. The goal of this Docket is to ensure that all federal facilities are evaluated for potential environmental risks and that this information is accessible to the public.

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. has applied to construct and operate new facilities, called the Cedar Vale Compressor Station Project, in Oklahoma to increase natural gas delivery to Kansas and Missouri. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) plans to prepare an environmental assessment (EA) for the project and set a review schedule, with the EA expected by July 31, 2025, and a federal authorization decision by October 29, 2025. The project will include a turbine compressor unit, associated piping, and other facilities. Public engagement and comment opportunities are available, with support from FERC's Office of Public Participation.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has announced a recent filing by the Postal Service concerning a negotiated service agreement. This notice, titled "New Postal Products," allows the public to comment until April 21, 2025, and outlines the procedures for submitting these comments, mainly through an online system. It discusses the possibility of either adding or modifying postal services in the competitive product list as part of the agreement, and also sets out the regulatory framework and deadlines for public involvement. Interested parties can find more information and the docket numbers associated with this filing on the Commission's website.

The Department of Education has released a notice listing arbitration panel decisions made under the Randolph-Sheppard Act from April 1 to July 31, 2020. This act assists individuals who are blind by providing opportunities to manage vending facilities on federal property. The arbitration decisions result from disputes between state licensing agencies and vendors who are blind or between state agencies and federal agencies. All decisions, including older ones, are accessible on the Department’s website or by request.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is holding a virtual meeting for the Advisory Committee to the Director on February 26, 2021, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The meeting will focus on updates about NIH's plans to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in biomedical research. The public can watch the meeting online via the NIH Videocasting and Podcasting website, and anyone who needs special accommodations can contact Gretchen Wood, the staff assistant, in advance. Additional details, including the agenda, will be available on the committee's homepage. Interested individuals can submit written comments to the committee.

The Postal Regulatory Commission announced a notice regarding a Postal Service filing about a negotiated service agreement. The Commission has made the filing public, is inviting comments, and will hold proceedings to review the requests. Public comments on the requests are due by January 14, 2025. The notice provides details on where to submit comments and how to access the filings online, including information for contacting the Commission's General Counsel for those unable to submit comments electronically.

BOST2 Hydroelectric LLC has submitted an application for a preliminary permit to explore the feasibility of the Shawno County Pump Storage Project in Wisconsin. This project would involve constructing several reservoirs, tunnels, and a powerhouse to generate electricity. The application gives the company priority to file a full license application later but doesn't allow them to start construction. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is now inviting public comments, motions, and competing applications related to this project within 60 days of this notice's issuance.

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is holding its third Recreational Initiative Working Group meeting in Tampa, Florida, on February 19-20, 2025. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss innovative management strategies for reef species and develop recommendations on action items and goals. The meeting will include breakout sessions to evaluate management strategies, tasks for consensus recommendations, and discussions on improving engagement with the recreational community. The full agenda and webinar registration details are provided on the Gulf Council's website. Special accommodations are available upon request.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received multiple filings related to adjustments in natural gas pipeline rates and compliance actions. Applicants including companies like Public Service Company of Colorado, NorthWestern Corporation, and MarkWest Pioneer have submitted proposed changes to their rates or compliance filings, with effective dates mostly starting in 2025. Interested parties need to submit any protests or interventions by specified deadlines to participate in these proceedings. The Commission encourages electronic filing and provides resources for public engagement to assist with the filing process.