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The Deepwater Horizon natural resource Trustees in Texas have released a draft plan to restore wetlands, coastal, and nearshore habitats affected by the oil spill. They are focusing on using dredged materials for this purpose, with an estimated cost of $40 million for seven proposed projects. Public comments on this plan are welcome until February 18, 2025, and a public meeting is scheduled for January 28, 2025, to discuss the proposals. Details about the plan and the comment submission process are available online.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has released a draft comprehensive conservation plan (CCP) and environmental assessment (EA) for the Charles M. Russell Wetland Management District in Montana. This plan sets out the strategies and objectives for managing the wetland areas to benefit wildlife and promote recreational opportunities like hunting and fishing. The public is invited to review and comment on the draft documents by February 13, 2025, with copies available online or in person at the management district office. The plan seeks to comply with relevant laws and includes special considerations for consulting with Tribal entities regarding their interests and responsibilities.

The Department of the Interior is inviting the public to comment on the Florida Trustee Implementation Group's Draft Restoration Plan 2 and Environmental Assessment. This plan suggests projects to restore natural habitats, sea turtles, marine mammals, and birds, and to boost recreational activities in Florida following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The proposals, which cost around $62.2 million, also aim to compensate for the lost recreational opportunities caused by the spill. Public comments are accepted until March 29, 2021, and a public webinar will be held on March 11, 2021, to discuss the proposal and gather feedback.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) staff has completed an environmental assessment (EA) for the Eunice Reliability and Lake Charles Supply Project proposed by Texas Gas and Gulf South. This project involves upgrading and expanding natural gas facilities in Louisiana to provide increased transportation service for the Lake Charles area. According to the EA, the project's approval would not significantly impact the environment. FERC invites the public to submit comments on the EA by March 3, 2025, through various methods, including online submission or mailing.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced that it is withdrawing its previous plan to create an Environmental Impact Statement for the Riverport Development and new interchange project on I-95 in Jasper County, South Carolina. This decision comes after changes were made to the project plan, reducing its size and environmental impact. With these modifications, the Corps will now prepare an Environmental Assessment to evaluate the updated proposal. The withdrawal is effective as of January 23, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is starting a process to gather public input on the environmental effects of the proposed Gulf Coast Storage Expansion Project in Harrison County, Texas. This project involves constructing new facilities to increase natural gas storage capacity. FERC invites public comments on potential environmental impacts and alternatives, with a submission deadline of March 20, 2025. The project may lead to court proceedings if land agreements with the company are not reached, and detailed instructions are provided for submitting comments electronically or by mail.

Texas Connector Pipeline, LLC has applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to amend its Texas Connector Project, initially authorized in 2019. The proposed amendments aim to enhance constructability by modifying the length and layout of pipeline segments and altering the design of compressor stations. FERC intends to prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) for this project, with a planned completion date of March 21, 2025, followed by a 90-day period for federal authorization decisions. The public can track project developments through FERC's eSubscription service and contact their Office of Public Participation for assistance.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Lakeport Hydroelectric Project in New Hampshire. This assessment reviews the potential environmental impacts of re-licensing the project and concludes that, with protective measures, it should not significantly affect the environment. The public can view or print the EA through FERC's website and has 30 days to file comments electronically or by mail. The Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public with inquiries and filings related to the project.

Rover Pipeline LLC has applied for permission to expand its natural gas facilities in Pennsylvania, specifically the Bulger Compressor Station and Harmon Creek Meter Station. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) plans to prepare an environmental assessment for this project, with the review expected to be completed by May 5, 2025. If the environmental assessment is completed on time, federal agencies will have until August 4, 2025, to make their decisions regarding necessary approvals. This project will help ensure that natural gas delivery requests from Range Resources—Appalachia LLC are met efficiently.

Transwestern Pipeline Company, LLC has filed an application to abandon certain natural gas pipeline facilities in Lea County, New Mexico, because the maintenance costs are too high and not covered by current revenue. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission plans to issue an Environmental Assessment (EA) for this project by March 19, 2021, with a 90-day deadline for federal authorization decisions set for June 17, 2021. The public and other stakeholders can receive updates on the project's progress through a free online subscription service provided by the Commission.