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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9149
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is making changes to the prices that companies pay to use big natural gas pipes, and lots of people are talking about it. They want to hear what everyone thinks, and there are special dates by when people need to say something if they want to join in.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 100995
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    Texas Eastern Transmission, LP submitted an application on November 22, 2024, requesting approval to replace an electric compressor unit with a gas-driven one at its Entriken Compressor Station in Pennsylvania. The project aims to maintain the cost approved in a previous order from October 2023. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) provides options for the public to engage in the review process, including filing comments, protests, or a motion to intervene by December 30, 2024. FERC emphasizes electronic filing and offers assistance for those who need help navigating the process.

    Simple Explanation

    Texas Eastern Transmission wants to switch one of its machines from electric to gas at a station in Pennsylvania. People have until December 30, 2024, to share their thoughts or join in the discussion with the energy regulators.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101553
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    An application has been submitted to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board by the Sacramento-Yolo Port District to establish a subzone at the Robert Bosch Semiconductor LLC facility in Roseville, California. The subzone covers an area of 16.22 acres at 7501 Foothills Blvd and is part of Foreign-Trade Zone 143. The application is under review, and public comments are being accepted until January 27, 2025, with rebuttals accepted until February 10, 2025. The application and further details are available on the FTZ Board's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The people in charge are thinking about letting a company called Robert Bosch Semiconductor use a special trade area in Roseville, California, where they can get help with trading and taxes. They want to hear what people think about this idea until January 27, 2025, and then hear any replies by February 10, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10266
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    BOST2 Hydroelectric wants to see if they can build a big project in Wisconsin to make electricity using water, and they are asking for comments and ideas from people. They can't start building yet, but people can say what they think about it or suggest their own ideas within two months of this notice.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12715
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced several filings related to natural gas pipeline rate and refund reports. These include new proceedings from companies like the Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America LLC and Iroquois Gas Transmission System, L.P., as well as updates from existing proceedings involving East Tennessee Natural Gas, LLC, and El Paso Natural Gas Company, L.L.C. Interested parties must submit protests or interventions by the specified deadlines. The filings can be accessed via FERC's eLibrary system, and the Commission's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) got a bunch of reports about changes to the prices people pay for using natural gas pipes. They are asking everyone to speak up if they have problems with these reports or need more time to think about them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9623
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    Robert Palmese submitted an application to hold interlocking positions according to section 305(b) of the Federal Power Act. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced that anyone wanting to intervene or protest this filing must do so by February 27, 2025, following specific rules. The full text of the document is available online on FERC's website, and FERC strongly encourages electronic submissions of comments and protests. Public engagement in FERC proceedings is supported by the Office of Public Participation, which offers assistance for filing interventions and comments.

    Simple Explanation

    Robert wants permission to do two jobs at the same time in the energy business, and people have until February 27, 2025, to say if they're okay with it or not.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99316
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Postal Regulatory Commission has published a notice about the Postal Service's filing regarding a negotiated service agreement. This filing concerns possible changes to the Competitive product list, either by adding a new agreement or modifying an existing one. The public is invited to submit comments by December 11, 2024, through the Commission's online system or by contacting the General Counsel for advice on other methods of submission. The notice also specifies details about public proceedings for reviewing these requests, including docket numbers, filing titles, and the representatives assigned to these proceedings.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal folks want to make changes to their services that might make mail delivery better or different, and they are asking people what they think, but they only gave a day to let them know.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 104575
    Reading Time:about 15 minutes

    The Postal Regulatory Commission has announced that the Postal Service filed a new request to add various negotiated service agreements to the competitive product list. The Commission is inviting public comments about these agreements by December 26, 2024. Instructions for submitting comments and further information are available on the Commission's website. Additionally, a Public Representative is appointed to represent the interests of the general public in these proceedings.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Regulatory Commission is letting people know that the postal service wants to make some new business deals and is asking everyone to say what they think about it by December 26, 2024. They have also picked someone to speak up for the people in these talks.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11160
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The City of Pasadena, California, filed a tariff update with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, effective January 1, 2025. People interested in this matter can submit comments, protests, or requests to intervene by following specific guidelines, as mentioned in the Commission's rules. The Commission emphasizes electronic submissions through its website, and assistance is available for public engagement and navigating the submission process. Submissions must be completed by March 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

    Simple Explanation

    The City of Pasadena wants to change some rules about how they use and charge for energy, and they told a big energy group about it. People can say what they think about these changes, but they have to do it by March 5, 2025.