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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is asking for public comments on a draft guidance document titled "Content of Risk Assessment and Severe Accident Information in Light-Water Power Reactor Construction Permit Applications." This guidance aims to clarify how NRC staff should review risk assessment and severe accident information in construction permit applications for light-water power reactors. The draft provides details on the safety review process but does not change current rules or affect existing licenses. Comments should be submitted by February 18, 2025, and the NRC encourages electronic submissions through the Federal rulemaking website.

The Veterans Health Administration, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, plans to submit an information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This collection involves the VA Advance Directive (VA Form 10-0137), which allows veterans to appoint a health care agent and express their health care preferences if they cannot make decisions themselves. The form includes a section for a "Close Personal Friend Statement" for veterans without an Advance Directive. This submission complies with the Paperwork Reduction Act and solicits public comments for 30 days. The estimated annual burden for completing the form is about 171,811 hours, affecting approximately 343,622 respondents.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued a Subsequent Renewed Facility Operating License for Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant, Unit 1, operated by Northern States Power Company in Minnesota. This decision, supported by the NRC's record of decision (ROD) and a final environmental impact statement, allows the plant to continue operating at specific power levels while meeting safety and environmental requirements. The detailed review included input from various governmental levels and public comments, ensuring compliance with regulations set forth in the Atomic Energy Act and NRC guidelines. Relevant documents and reports are available to the public through specific online resources and the NRC's document management systems.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is reviewing an application from the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District to amend the project boundary of the Kingsley Dam Hydroelectric Project. The amendment aims to adjust the boundaries by adding around 3,400 acres and removing about 900 acres, which results in a net increase of 2,500 acres. This change is proposed to better align with project usage needs, including public access and recreation. Individuals interested in commenting, protesting, or intervening in this process must do so by March 11, 2021, following FERC's submission guidelines.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced a technical conference on March 20, 2025, via conference call, to discuss cost submissions by Other Federal Agencies (OFAs) related to Part I of the Federal Power Act. Participants will review the submitted costs and any supporting documents. The conference aims to provide a platform for OFAs and licensees to discuss these costs, and it will be transcribed for interested parties. For accessibility or additional inquiries, contact information was provided in the notice.

The Foreign-Trade Zones Board has announced the withdrawal of a proposed production activity notification by Rincon Power, LLC for its facility in Carpinteria, California, which is part of Foreign-Trade Zone 205. This notification was initially registered on January 30, 2025, and was formally withdrawn at the request of Rincon Power, LLC on February 5, 2025. The action was made official by Elizabeth Whiteman, the Executive Secretary, and was documented in the Federal Register.

Georgia Power Company has applied for a non-capacity amendment to their license for the North Georgia Project, located on rivers in Georgia and South Carolina. They aim to upgrade two generating units at the Burton Development, increasing their capacity from 8.1 megawatts (MW) to 9.6 MW, without altering the project features or causing ground disturbance. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission invites comments, protests, or motions to intervene by March 5, 2025. Details about the application and how to file comments can be found on the Commission’s website.

The City of Hamilton, Ohio and American Municipal Power, Inc. have filed a hydroelectric application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for a new major license to operate the Greenup Hydroelectric Project located on the Ohio River. This project makes use of the existing Greenup Locks and Dam and is run in a "run-of-release" mode, meaning it generates electricity based on water flow agreements. The public is invited to file protests or motions to intervene electronically through the Commission's eFiling system or by mail, and must do so within 60 days of the notice date. The application has been accepted, but the project is not yet ready for environmental analysis.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has granted Maine Yankee Atomic Power Company three exemptions from regulations for their Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI). These exemptions will let Maine Yankee continue using certain practices previously allowed under past amendments when adopting the latest amendment, No. 9, to their Certificate of Compliance for storing nuclear waste. The NRC has determined that these exemptions do not pose any increased safety risks or environmental impacts, ensuring no significant harm to public health or the environment. These changes will not lead to more accidents, more radiation exposure, or affect cultural or historic sites.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received an application from the California Department of Water Resources and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power on January 29, 2021. This application seeks a water quality certification under the Clean Water Act from the California State Water Resources Control Board. The California Water Board has one year to act on this request; if they do not respond by January 29, 2022, their authority to certify is considered waived. This notification is a procedural matter ensuring the Commission and relevant bodies are informed about the certification timeline.