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The U.S. Small Business Administration has issued a notice regarding an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for Louisiana due to a winter storm in January 2025. Businesses in affected parishes like Ascension and Calcasieu can apply for these loans online through the MySBA Loan Portal. The deadline for applying is November 25, 2025. Parishes in neighboring states Mississippi and Texas are also included in the declaration, allowing them to apply for assistance.

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 Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has revoked the DEA Certificate of Registration for Dr. Shiva Akula after finding that he is not authorized to handle controlled substances in Louisiana, as his medical license is suspended and his controlled substances license is lapsed. The decision follows a Motion for Summary Disposition by the DEA, which Dr. Akula did not respond to, and a recommendation from the Administrative Law Judge supporting the revocation. Consequently, Dr. Akula is also denied any pending applications to renew or modify the registration. This decision was signed by DEA Administrator Anne Milgram and will take effect on January 29, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice amending a major disaster declaration for Louisiana, originally declared on August 28, 2020. The amendment specifically adds Richland Parish to the list of areas affected by the disaster, making it eligible for certain federal assistance programs like debris removal and permanent work support. This includes a range of assistance categories like public assistance and help for individuals and households impacted by the disaster. The amendment was officially issued on January 13, 2021.

The Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board is seeking public feedback on the Port of Iberia District's plan to create a foreign-trade zone in Iberia Parish, Louisiana, using the alternative site framework. Public comments are accepted until January 17, 2025, with rebuttal comments due by February 3, 2025. Submissions should be sent via email to the FTZ Board's Executive Secretary. Additional details and the response to the preliminary recommendation can be found on the FTZ Board's website.

Gulf South Pipeline Company, LLC has filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to abandon a portion of its natural gas pipeline in Louisiana. Gulf South plans to remove about 5.3 miles of the 16-inch pipeline, and this will not impact its existing customers. Interested parties have until March 23, 2021, to file protests, motions to intervene, or comments regarding this proposal. The public can view documents related to this project online and submit their input electronically or by mail.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of comments on Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) from other federal agencies, as required by the Clean Air Act. For the week ending February 10, 2025, the EPA received EISs for two projects: the CP2 LNG and CP Express Pipeline Projects in Louisiana, and the Spring Valley Mine Project in Nevada. The public comment period for both projects ends on March 31, 2025. The EPA provides access to its comment letters on EISs through a dedicated website.

An application has been submitted to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board by the Port of New Orleans so that they can reorganize and expand the service area of Foreign-Trade Zone 2. They want to include St. Tammany Parish in addition to the currently covered areas of Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Bernard Parishes in Louisiana. This expansion would allow them to better serve businesses needing foreign-trade zone status. Public comments on the application are open until February 3, 2025, with rebuttal comments accepted until February 18, 2025.

LA Storage, LLC has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to construct and operate the Hackberry Storage Project in Louisiana. This project involves converting existing salt dome caverns into natural gas storage, developing a new cavern, and constructing a natural gas pipeline and other facilities. LA Storage is seeking approval for market-based rates and needs a water quality certificate for the project. Interested parties can participate by submitting comments or intervening in the proceedings by March 3, 2021.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, announced a presidential declaration of a major disaster in Louisiana due to Hurricane Francine, which occurred from September 9 to September 12, 2024. This declaration enables federal assistance for affected areas, including Individual Assistance, debris removal, emergency protective measures, and other support under the Stafford Act. It specifies that federal funding will cover 75% of eligible costs, and identifies several parishes eligible for different types of aid. Additionally, the Administrator of FEMA has assigned Sandra L. Eslinger as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.