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🌫️Compliance Impact of Air Quality Regulations in California

This rule corrects an editorial error in air quality regulations under 40 CFR Part 81, specifically updating the designation of areas in California, such as the San Joaquin Valley, in relation to the 2012 Annual PM2.5 NAAQS. It highlights the classification of various counties as nonattainment areas, requiring compliance with stricter air quality standards.

❌Withdrawal of Notification for Rincon Power Production Activity

The Department of Commerce announces the withdrawal of a notification for proposed production activity by Rincon Power, LLC in FTZ 205, Carpinteria, California. This notice signifies that the previously submitted proposal for producing contractors, relays, and switches has been retracted by the company.

🌊Notice of Application for Hydroelectric Flow Modification

The Department of Energy announces an application by Pacific Gas & Electric for a temporary flow variance affecting the Drum-Spaulding Hydroelectric Project. The application seeks to modify minimum instream flow requirements to facilitate dam restoration, inviting public commentary and cooperation from relevant agencies for environmental document preparation.

⚡HGE Energy Storage 4 LLC Energy Project Preliminary Permit Notice

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted HGE Energy Storage 4, LLC's application for a preliminary permit to study the feasibility of the Lake Shasta Pumped Storage Project. This includes plans for reservoirs, a powerhouse, and extensive infrastructure in California's Shasta County, alongside a call for public comments and competing applications.

⚠️DEA Registration Revocation

The Drug Enforcement Administration's order revokes Massoud Amini, M.D.'s registration to handle controlled substances, citing the revocation of his California medical license. The decision underscores the necessity for practitioners to maintain state licensing to comply with federal regulations, affecting their ability to operate lawfully in the medical field.

🏭Proposed Production Activity in FTZ 18 for Halo Industries

The Department of Commerce has released a notification regarding proposed production activities by Halo Industries in Foreign-Trade Zone 18, specifically focusing on semiconductor wafers in Santa Clara, California. The documentation details the materials involved and invites public comment on the matter, providing key insights for businesses involved in related sectors.

⚙️Rincon Power's Proposed Production Activity in Foreign-Trade Zone 205

Rincon Power, LLC has submitted a notification to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board for production activities in FTZ 205, California. The notification includes specific foreign-status materials and finished products for manufacturing, which may lead to duty benefits and compliance considerations for stakeholders involved.

🌊FERC Notice

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has released a final Environmental Assessment for Pacific Gas & Electric Company's application for a temporary variance regarding water flow releases in the Haas-Kings Hydroelectric Project. The assessment evaluates the potential environmental effects of the proposed changes and confirms that they will not significantly impact the quality of the human environment. The notice includes instructions for public access to the full EA and opportunities for public participation.

⚙️Authorization of Production Activity in FTZ 143 for Bosch Semiconductor

🚰Executive Order on Water Resources and Disaster Response in California

Executive Order 14181 mandates federal action to enhance water resource allocation and improve disaster response efforts in California. It aims to circumvent state policies that hinder infrastructure development and expedite housing assistance for wildfire victims, while promoting efficient coordination among federal agencies for effective recovery and management strategies.