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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has launched an investigation into the rate schedules of several renewable energy companies, including Altavista Solar and Wind LLCs, to determine if their rates are fair and lawful. This investigation is conducted under section 206 of the Federal Power Act. The effective date for refunds depends on when this notice is published in the Federal Register. Interested parties have 21 days to request to intervene in this matter by following the guidelines provided by FERC.

The State Department has released a notice about a Delegation of Authority that was signed by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on December 19, 2024. This delegation gives the Assistant Secretary for Political-Military Affairs the power to approve certain types of assistance under U.S. law. The authority given can also be exercised by other high-level officials within the department and may be re-delegated as allowed by law. The complete details are published in the Federal Register.

On December 1, 2020, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided that the Kalispel Tribe in northeastern Washington can be treated like a state for certain non-regulatory parts of the Clean Air Act. This means they can access specific grants and participate in interstate air quality management without regulatory power. The EPA reviewed and approved the tribe's request, confirming that their jurisdiction covers their original reservation boundaries. Anyone wishing to challenge this decision in court has 60 days to file an appeal.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is inviting public comments on their information collection requirements for Electric Rate Schedules and Tariff Filings, known as FERC-516G. This collection focuses on organized wholesale electric power markets and includes activities like reporting monthly uplift payments and commitments by Regional Transmission Organizations and Independent System Operators. Comments are due by April 26, 2021, and FERC is seeking input on various aspects including the necessity, cost estimates, and potential burden reduction for this information collection.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made a new rule regarding its Director of the Division of Enforcement. The Director will no longer have the power to issue formal orders of investigation, which are needed to authorize enforcement staff to issue subpoenas under Federal securities laws. This change aims to improve efficiency and align the SEC's investigative efforts with its priorities. The adjustment is effective from March 14, 2025, and is considered an internal procedural change that doesn't significantly impact external parties.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering approving an export license for Curtiss-Wright Corporation to send reactor coolant pumps and components to the Sanmen Nuclear Power Plant in China. The NRC has announced a chance for the public to comment, request a hearing, or petition to intervene by May 19, 2025. Comments can be submitted online, via email, fax, or mail. Interested individuals are advised not to include personal information they do not want publicly disclosed in their comments.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received multiple electric rate filings on various matters. These filings include compliance filings, tariff amendments, and rate changes from several applicants like PJM Interconnection, L.L.C., AEP Texas Inc., and Copper Mountain Solar, among others. The filings have specific docket numbers, are dated February 2 and 3, 2021, and have different intended effective dates. Interested parties must submit any comments or protests by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the specified dates.

In Executive Order 14215, the President emphasizes the need for accountability and oversight of all federal agencies, including independent regulatory agencies. The order mandates that these agencies must submit significant regulatory actions for review by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) to ensure consistency with Presidential policies. It also establishes performance standards and requires agency heads to consult regularly with White House offices. Additionally, the order clarifies that only the President and the Attorney General can provide official interpretations of the law for executive branch employees.

The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a change for the KHSV television station in Las Vegas, which would shift its broadcast from channel 2 to channel 23. This change aims to address reception issues caused by interference on the current low-VHF channel 2, particularly from lighting and the mountainous terrain around Las Vegas. The proposal considers the unique challenges in the area and suggests that despite some population losing the KHSV signal, the benefits to public reception and service outweigh the drawbacks. Public comments on this substitution are invited by April 24, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking the public for comments on the information collection called FERC-545, which relates to changes in gas pipeline rates. This request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the comments are due by March 10, 2025. The purpose of this collection is to ensure that the rate changes are fair, reasonable, and comply with the Natural Gas Act. Those interested can submit their feedback through the FERC website or by mail.