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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced that Pacific Gas and Electric Company filed an application for a new major license for the Phoenix Hydroelectric Project, located on the South Fork Stanislaus River in California. The project includes several structures such as a dam, reservoir, and powerhouse. The public is invited to file protests or motions to intervene within 60 days from the notice's issuance. Interested individuals can access more information and file comments electronically through the Commission's website.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has decided to remove the rule titled General Credit for Flood Control from the Code of Federal Regulations because it is outdated. The rule, originally published in 1987, contained guidelines for local contributions to flood control projects. Current policies and procedures are now available in internal documents, ensuring information is up-to-date and reducing public confusion. This change does not affect the public since it only applies to internal operations and does not include any compliance requirements for the public.

Cboe EDGX Exchange, Inc. proposed a change to its fee schedule for its equity options platform, aiming to increase fees for logical connectivity. This proposal was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is set for immediate effectiveness. The SEC is inviting public comments on this proposed rule change, which are due by February 11, 2025. Interested parties can submit comments electronically or through postal mail, and all comments will be publicly available on the SEC's website.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval to extend the Pesticide Registration Fees Program. This program requires pesticide registrants to pay annual fees as mandated by law, and the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act provides a fee system for specific pesticide applications. Public comments on this information collection request are open for an additional 30 days until February 3, 2025. The proposal also details an increase in the number of respondents and related costs compared to prior estimates.

ANR Pipeline Company has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon four storage wells and related facilities in Michigan. The public can participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by March 18, 2025. These submissions can help influence the Commission's decision on the project. The full document is available online, and help is provided for those who want to engage in the process.

The Surface Transportation Board has announced a meeting of the Passenger Rail Advisory Committee (PRAC) on February 11, 2025, at their headquarters in Washington, DC. This committee, established in 2023, is set to discuss how to improve efficiency in passenger rail services, resolve conflicts with freight carriers, and streamline regulatory processes. The meeting is open to the public and will follow federal advisory committee regulations. Members of the public can submit written comments to be considered during the meeting by February 7, 2025.

Battle Mountain SP, LLC has applied for permission to set its own rates with market-based rate authority and submitted a rate plan. This application also requests blanket permission for future securities issuances and liability assumptions. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) invites anyone wishing to protest or participate to file electronically by February 1, 2021, as per their guidelines. More information and the ability to access the document can be found on FERC's website.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the release of a report titled "Food and Drug Administration Report and Plan on Best Practices for Guidance." This report, requested by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, outlines best practices for creating, prioritizing, and using guidance documents efficiently. The FDA gathered and considered public feedback on a draft report published in December 2023, which led to this final version. The report aims to enhance transparency, improve regulatory processes, and support the development of new products for public health.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted a temporary extension for certain companies that operate in the securities market. This extension allows them to bypass a specific requirement related to tracking and linking customer orders and representative orders in cases where their systems aren't directly connected. The SEC supports this extension to give companies more time to find long-term solutions and maintain market stability. This decision is made in the interest of protecting investors and ensuring the market remains organized and efficient.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced that the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) filed a proposed rule change to extend the compliance date for changes to Form G-32. Originally set for March 31, 2021, the compliance deadline has been moved to August 2, 2021, giving brokers and dealers more time to adapt to the updates due to ongoing COVID-19 disruptions. The proposed change is considered "noncontroversial," thus it becomes effective upon filing. The MSRB believes this extension will help brokers and dealers better allocate resources to implement new compliance processes and training.