On February 12, 2025, the California State Water Resources Control Board notified the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission that it received a request from Pacific Gas and Electric Company for a water quality certification related to a project. This request falls under the Clean Water Act section 401(a)(1). The Board has until January 21, 2026, to act on this request. If they fail to make a decision by that date, the request is considered waived, allowing the project to proceed without state certification.
Simple Explanation
Imagine a big company wants to make changes near a river, and they must ask for permission to make sure the water stays clean. If they don't hear a "yes" or "no" by a certain date next year, they can continue without needing that permission.