🐋Incidental Take Authorization for Marine Mammals in Alaska Railroad Project
In accordance with regulations implementing the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) as amended, notification is hereby given that NMFS has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to the Seward Freight Dock construction project in Seward, Alaska.
Learn More🌊Regulatory Notice on Lutak Dock Replacement Project Impact
NMFS has received a request from the Haines Borough for the reissuance of a previously issued incidental harassment authorization (IHA) with the only change being effective dates. The initial IHA authorized take of six species of marine mammals, by Level A and Level B harassment, incidental to construction activities associated with the Lutak Dock Replacement project in Haines, Alaska. The project has been delayed by 1 year and none of the work covered in the initial IHA has been conducted. The initial IHA was effective from June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025. The Haines Borough has requested reissuance with new effective dates of June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026. The scope of the activities and anticipated effects remain the same, authorized take numbers are not changed, and the required mitigation, monitoring, and reporting remains the same as included in the initial IHA. NMFS is, therefore, issuing a second identical IHA to cover the incidental take analyzed and authorized in the initial IHA.
Learn More🏗️Exemption for US SFR Owner, LLC at Kemmerer Power Station Explained
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) staff has issued an exemption in response to a February 28, 2025 request, as supplemented by letters dated April 7, and April 29, 2025, from TerraPower, LLC (TerraPower), on behalf of its wholly-owned subsidiary US SFR Owner, LLC (USO), for the proposed Kemmerer Power Station, Unit 1 (Kemmerer 1). Specifically, TerraPower, on behalf of USO, requested an exemption that would modify a portion of the definition of construction applicable to the prohibition of construction of production and utilization facilities without an NRC license for the proposed Kemmerer 1. This exemption modifies the definition for the proposed Kemmerer 1 and allows the driving of piles, subsurface preparation, placement of backfill, concrete, or permanent retaining walls within an excavation, installation of foundations, or the in- place assembly, erection, fabrication or testing, which are for structures, systems, and components classified as non-safety-related with no special treatment (NST); the failure of which could cause a reactor scram or actuation of a safety-related system that is located on the proposed energy island prior to receipt of a construction permit and without a limited work authorization.
Learn More🏗️Agency Information Collection Request
In compliance with the requirement of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of the Secretary (OS), Department of Health and Human Services, is publishing the following summary of a proposed collection for public comment.
Learn More🏥Executive Order
The Executive Order aims to address homelessness among veterans by establishing the National Center for Warrior Independence in Los Angeles. It emphasizes restoring veteran care accountability, providing services, and ensuring housing assistance. The Order also outlines collaborative efforts with various agencies to enhance veterans' access to benefits and support services.
Learn More🦭Authorization for Navy's Marine Mammal Harassment During Training
In accordance with the regulations implementing the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) as amended, notification is hereby given that NMFS has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the United States Navy (Navy) to incidentally harass marine mammals during construction activities associated with pile driving training exercises at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme (NBVC). The Navy's activities are considered military readiness activities pursuant to the MMPA, as amended by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004 (NDAA).
Learn More🏗️LA Storage Requests Extension for Hackberry Storage Project Completion
LA Storage, LLC has requested an extension until September 23, 2030, to complete the Hackberry Storage Project in Louisiana, citing the need for additional agency approvals and construction sequencing. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has established a comment period for stakeholders to intervene or provide input on this request. The notice emphasizes regulatory compliance and procedural requirements associated with the project.
Learn More🐬New Regulations on Incidental Takes of Marine Mammals in Oregon and Washington
NMFS, upon request from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), issues regulations to govern the unintentional taking of marine mammals incidental to implementation of the Lower Columbia River Dredged Material Management Plan in Oregon and Washington over 5 years (2027-2032). These regulations, which allow for the issuance of a Letter of Authorization (LOA) for the incidental take of marine mammals during the specified activities and timeframes, prescribe the permissible methods of taking and effecting the least practicable adverse impact on marine mammal species or stocks and their habitat, as well as monitoring and reporting requirements.
Learn More🏗️IRS Seeks Comments on Contributions for Aid of Construction
The Internal Revenue Service, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Currently, the IRS is soliciting comments concerning the burden related to contributions for aid of construction under section 118(c).
Learn More🌍Scoping Period Notice for Spindletop Expansion Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is seeking public comments on environmental issues regarding the proposed Spindletop Expansion Project by Golden Triangle Storage, LLC. This project aims to enhance natural gas storage capacity in Jefferson County, Texas, and involves significant analysis of potential environmental impacts and public participation in the review process.
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