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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) prepared an environmental assessment for the Texas Connector Amendment Project proposed by Texas Connector Pipeline LLC. The proposed amendments involve changes to compressor station construction, pipeline lengths, and water access routes. The environmental assessment is available online, and the public can comment on it before April 21, 2025. Comments can be submitted via the FERC website or by mail, and more information is available from the Commission's Office of External Affairs and Office of Public Participation.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced a virtual meeting on February 6, 2025, to discuss a draft Programmatic Agreement for the M.S.C. Hydroelectric Project with Energy Stream, LLC, and the Connecticut State Historic Preservation Office. The meeting is open to various agencies and interested parties, but sensitive information about archaeological sites will only be shared with specific participants. Those who wish to attend must RSVP by February 5, 2025, and a summary of the meeting will be made available with necessary redactions to protect sensitive information.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced a meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, at 10 a.m. in Washington, DC. The meeting is open to the public, and the agenda items may be subject to change without further notice. Interested individuals can view public documents and a live webcast through FERC's website. Following the meeting, a press briefing will be available for public viewing in a designated overflow room.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking public feedback on the current information collection under FERC-517, which pertains to the safety of waterpower projects and dams. This collection, under OMB Control No. 1902-0319, aims to assess and ensure the safety and maintenance of waterpower project works for public protection. Although the type of information required remains unchanged, comments are encouraged, especially regarding the necessity and utility of this collection, its burden and cost estimates, and suggestions for improvement. Comments are due by March 4, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Energy is implementing a new rule that exempts certain records from the Privacy Act of 1974 because those records contain classified information. This new system, known as DOE-85, involves research, technology, and economic security reviews and aims to manage risks related to national security and foreign policy. The rule is effective January 16, 2025, and is tailored to protect classified information while allowing DOE to coordinate effectively with other agencies. Despite public concerns, the DOE maintains that these exemptions are necessary and do not violate laws like the Freedom of Information Act.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received an application from Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) for a new major license to operate the Balch Hydroelectric Project in California. Located on the North Fork Kings River, the project includes a diversion dam, reservoirs, powerhouses, and infrastructure necessary for electricity generation and distribution. The public can submit scoping comments on the environmental impact of the project by January 12, 2025. The Commission will evaluate the potential environmental effects as part of the licensing process and invites the public to participate in this process.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will hold a technical conference on February 24, 2021, to discuss potential changes to the Electric Quarterly Report (EQR) requirements. This conference will be conducted via webcast and is part of a larger effort to reassess EQR data fields. Prior to the event, a supplemental notice will provide more information on the agenda and registration details. The conference is accessible to all and accommodations can be requested via email or phone.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received filings related to rate changes for natural gas pipelines. These include rate filings from Iroquois Gas Transmission System, L.P. and Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC, with effective dates in late January and early February 2021. Interested parties have until 5 p.m. ET on February 8, 2021, to submit comments or requests to intervene. The filings can be accessed online through FERC's eLibrary system by searching for the specified docket numbers.

Microsoft Energy LLC has applied for permission to set its own rates for electricity, and they are asking for the ability to issue securities and take on debt in the future without going through additional approvals. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced that people who want to comment or oppose this request must submit their opinions by February 18, 2021. While electronic submissions are preferred, paper submissions are also accepted. The FERC has suspended public visits to their Reference Room due to COVID-19 precautions.

On March 3, 2025, Southern California Edison Company and Lower Tule Hydro, LLC applied for approval to transfer the license of the 2.52-megawatt Lower Tule River Hydroelectric Project, located in the Sequoia National Forest in California. They require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) approval, with the new licensee having to meet all current licensing requirements. Public comments, motions to intervene, or protests regarding this transfer must be submitted by May 5, 2025, either through FERC’s electronic filing systems or in writing. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation is available for assistance to help the public engage in the process.