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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a rule to establish Class E airspace at Pine Bluffs Municipal Airport in Wyoming. This change is intended to support the airport's shift from visual flight to instrument flight operations, which requires defined airspace. The proposed airspace will extend upward from 700 feet within a 7-mile radius of the airport and includes additional specific extensions in different directions to support safe flight operations. Comments on this proposal are invited and must be submitted by March 3, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is reviewing an application from Brookfield White Pine Hydro LLC to obtain a new major license for the Lewiston Falls Hydroelectric Project located on the Androscoggin River in Maine. This project consists of various infrastructure and generates an average of 157,614 megawatt-hours yearly. The public is invited to participate in the scoping meetings on February 19, 2025, to discuss environmental concerns, and attend a site review on February 20, 2025. Comments and motions to intervene in the licensing process are accepted until March 31, 2025.

OPSEU Pension Plan Trust Fund, Jaguar Transport Holdings, LLC, and Jaguar Rail Holdings, LLC have applied for permission to continue overseeing Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad, LLC, once it starts operating as a Class III rail carrier. This exemption would allow Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad to take over a short stretch of rail line from its current operator, Union Pacific Railroad Company, without needing additional approvals. The transaction, which doesn’t involve connecting to other Jaguar-owned railroads or using a Class I carrier, is set to become effective on March 5, 2025. It's also noted that the action doesn't require an environmental or historic preservation review.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) have taken final actions on several highway projects in Texas. These actions, which include the necessary environmental reviews and approvals, concern projects such as the expansion and reconstruction of highways and roads in different counties, like US 287, RM 2871, and IH 20. The notice advises that legal claims against these actions must be filed by specified deadlines, such as May 16, 2025, or possibly sooner depending on federal laws. Detailed documents about these projects are available for public examination at various TxDOT district offices.

The Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council has announced a new rule that includes mining as a sector eligible for coverage under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST-41). This means that mining projects can now benefit from improved coordination and transparency in the federal permitting process. The rule aims to make the permitting process for mining projects more efficient without bypassing any environmental reviews or public consultations. By adding mining to the list of FAST-41 sectors, it is expected to help streamline the project review process for eligible mining endeavors.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a rule to modify the Class D airspace around William P. Gwinn Airport in Jupiter, Florida. This amendment would include airspace up to 2,500 feet above mean sea level within a 4.5-mile radius of the airport. The change aims to enhance safety and management of instrument flight operations. The public has until May 9, 2025, to submit comments on this proposal.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend the Class E airspace designation at the Bradford Regional Airport in Pennsylvania. This change was prompted by the removal of the Bradford VHF omnidirectional range (VOR) navigation aid, as part of the VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) Program. The amendment involves adjusting the airspace dimensions and removing outdated navigation references to improve safety and efficiency for aircraft operations at the airport. The rule is set to take effect on June 17, 2021.

The Federal Highway Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, and Federal Transit Administration are seeking public comments on their revised guidance for environmental reviews in surface transportation projects. This new guidance updates and replaces previous guidelines and reflects recent changes in laws that aim to improve project evaluation processes. The authorities are accepting comments on its implementation until February 18, 2025, and further details are available online. This notice is part of their ongoing efforts to ensure that transportation projects comply with environmental regulations while improving efficiency.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has finalized a rule to update Class E airspace in Ahoskie, NC. This change adds new airspace for the ECU Health Roanoke Chowan Heliport and updates information for the Tri-County at Henry Joyner Field Airport. The amendments ensure airspace compliance with FAA standards and support new instrument approach procedures needed for the safety of flight operations. These updates will help manage air traffic more efficiently and safely in the area starting from April 17, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule to create Class E airspace starting 700 feet above the ground around Monhegan Island Heliport in Maine. This will help facilitate the safe navigation of aircraft using new GPS approach procedures for instrument flight rules in the area. The FAA is inviting public comments on this proposal until March 5, 2021. This proposed change is intended to enhance safety and efficiency in airspace management without significantly impacting small businesses.