Search Results for keywords:"environmental effects"

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  • 2024-29936 — Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the Columbia River System Operations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102869
    Reading Time:about 13 minutes

    In 2020, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Reclamation, and Bonneville Power Administration completed an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the operations of fourteen dams in the Columbia River System. Now, due to new circumstances, these agencies plan to update and supplement this EIS. This includes examining the environmental effects of proposed changes and new information affecting the dams' operations. The aim is to ensure the dams are managed in a way that considers regional energy, tribal needs, and environmental impacts, with public input being sought through virtual meetings and comments.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is planning to take a closer look at how a bunch of big dams on a river are being run to make sure they’re safe and good for nature, and they want to hear what people think about it.

  • 2021-02671 — Safety Zones; Coast Guard Sector Ohio Valley Annual and Recurring Safety Zones
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    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 11198
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Coast Guard is proposing a new rule to update the list of recurring safety zone regulations for events like fireworks displays and air shows in the Ohio Valley area. This update aims to reduce administrative efforts by eliminating the need for separate rule proposals for each event. The rule would enhance safety by restricting vessel movement in these zones and informing the community in advance, while allowing for public comments to ensure effective implementation. It also considers impacts on small businesses, regulatory costs, and environmental effects, but is expected to have minimal economic impact.

    Simple Explanation

    The Coast Guard wants to make a new rule to make it easier and safer for everyone by keeping boats away from spots where fun events like fireworks and shows happen. They want people to say what they think about these rules so they can make them work well for everyone and not upset too many small businesses.

  • 2025-06621 — Notice of Availability of Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for Outbreak Response Activities for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Outbreaks in Poultry in the United States and U.S. Territories
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16493
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has made a final environmental impact statement available to the public, which evaluates response strategies for outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in the U.S. poultry industry. Three options are considered: no federal help, federal help without extra biosecurity measures, and federal help with biosecurity incentives, with the last being the preferred choice as it likely causes the least environmental harm. The public can review this document until May 19, 2025, after which a final decision will be made. The chosen strategy aims to quickly control the virus, protect public health, and minimize the impact on the environment and economy.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wrote a big paper about how they will handle bird flu outbreaks to keep chickens and people safe. They looked at three plans and liked the one that helps farmers keep their chickens healthy the most.

  • 2024-29123 — Notice of Public Meetings for Hawaii-California Training and Testing Environmental Impact Statement/Overseas Environmental Impact Statement (ID# EISX-007-17-USN-1724283453)
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 100990
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The U.S. Department of the Navy announced a Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Overseas Environmental Impact Statement (EIS/OEIS) regarding training and testing activities in the Hawaii-California area. This draft analyzes potential environmental effects of military readiness activities and includes provisions for public comment from December 13, 2024, to February 11, 2025. Public meetings are scheduled in California and Hawaii, alongside a virtual meeting, to gather feedback. The initiative aims to ensure U.S. military preparedness while considering environmental impacts, particularly on marine life.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Navy and other military groups want to practice and test their skills in the ocean between Hawaii and California, and they're checking to make sure these activities are safe for the environment. They're asking people to share their thoughts about this plan, either in person or online, to help them decide the best way to move forward.