🌊Environmental Impact Statement for Shortfoot Creek Watershed Plan
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), North Dakota State Office, announces its intent to prepare an EIS for the Shortfoot Creek Watershed located within Sargent and Richland Counties, and North Dakota, Marshall and Roberts Counties, South Dakota. The proposed EIS will examine alternative solutions to provide flood damage reduction and watershed protection. NRCS is requesting comments to identify significant issues, potential alternatives, information, and analyses relevant to the proposed action from all interested individuals, Federal and State agencies, and Tribes.
Learn More⚡FERC Notice on Environmental Review for Magnum Gas Storage Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced a scoping period for the Magnum Gas Storage, LLC 2025 Amendment Project, seeking public comments on potential environmental impacts. The notice highlights the scoping process, land requirements, and opportunities for public participation and compliance under the National Environmental Policy Act.
Learn More⚒️Intent to Prepare Supplemental EIS for Oil and Gas Leasing in California
In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as amended, and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) of 1976, as amended, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) California intends to prepare a supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) and a potential resource management plan (RMP) amendment for the Bakersfield Field Office. The supplemental EIS will analyze the impacts of oil and gas leasing and development on BLM- managed public land and mineral estate in the Bakersfield Field Office planning area exclusive of the California Coastal National Monument and the Carrizo Plain National Monument. Lands withdrawn from mineral entry by law, including national monuments and designated wilderness areas, would remain unavailable for leasing and development. This notice initiates the process to solicit public comments to identify issues and announces a potential RMP amendment.
Learn More🌊Marine Mammal Protection Regulation for Columbia River Construction
NMFS has received a request from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to the Sand Island Pile Dike Repairs Project in the Mouth of the Columbia River (MCR). Pursuant to the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS is requesting comments on its proposal to issue an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) to incidentally take marine mammals during the specified activities. NMFS is also requesting comments on possible one-time, 1-year renewal that could be issued under certain circumstances and if all requirements are met, as described in Request for Public Comments at the end of this notice. NMFS will consider public comments prior to making any final decision on the issuance of the requested MMPA authorization and agency responses will be summarized in the final notice of our decision.
Learn More🌍Notice of Public Meetings for Environmental Impact Statement in Hawaii
Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and regulations implemented by the DoN and NASA, as joint lead agencies, DoN and NASA have prepared and filed with the United States (U.S.) Environmental Protection Agency a Draft Environmental Impact Statement(EIS) for retaining the use of state lands on Kaua[revaps]i, Hawai[revaps]i (HI) in support current operations that occur on these lands. The Draft EIS includes an analysis of the potential environmental effects associated with the continued long-term DoD use of 8,172 acres of State lands on Kaua[revaps]i for operational continuity and sustainment (in support of continued military training, testing, and facility operations) at the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF), and the continued long-term NASA use of 23 acres of State lands on Kaua[revaps]i in support of continued operations (including measurements of the Earth[revaps]s rotation and local land motion) at the K[omacr]ke[revaps]e Park Geophysical Observatory (KPGO). As the Proposed Action involves State lands, the EIS is a joint NEPA and Hawai[revaps]i Environmental Policy Act (HEPA) (as governed by Hawai[revaps]i Revised Statutes (HRS) Chapter 343), and Hawai[revaps]i Administrative Rules (HAR) (implementing HRS Chapter 343) document; therefore, the public review processes will run concurrently and will jointly meet NEPA and HEPA requirements.
Learn More🛢️BLM Notice
In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as amended, and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) of 1976, as amended, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) California State Director intends to prepare a supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) and a potential resource management plan (RMP) amendment for the Central Coast Field Office (CCFO). The supplemental EIS will analyze the impacts of oil and gas leasing and development on BLM-managed public land and mineral estate in the CCFO. Lands withdrawn from mineral entry by law, including national monuments and designated wilderness areas, would remain unavailable for leasing and development. This notice initiates the process to solicit public comments to identify issues and announces a potential RMP amendment.
Learn More🌊Final SEIS for Raul Hector Castro Land Port Expansion Announced
Pursuant to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) and the GSA Public Buildings Service NEPA Desk Guide, GSA is issuing this notice to announce the availability of the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (Final SEIS), which evaluates potential environmental impacts from proposed flood control and utility upgrades at the Raul Hector Castro (RHC) Land Port of Entry (LPOE), along with considering provisions to provide adequate construction water to the proposed Commercial LPOE. The potential improvements are in support of the RHC LPOE Expansion and Modernization and Proposed Commercial LPOE Project in Douglas, Arizona.
Learn More🌉Presidential Permit for Laredo Border Crossing Expansion
The presidential permit authorizes the City of Laredo, Texas, to expand and operate a vehicular border crossing at the Laredo-Colombia Solidarity International Bridge. It outlines construction and operational standards, environmental mitigation measures, and compliance requirements. The permit also stipulates conditions and obligations related to federal oversight and indemnification.
Learn More🌱Northwest Pipeline's Environmental Impact Scoping Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announces the scoping period for public comments on the environmental impacts of the proposed Kemmerer Horsepower Replacement Project by Northwest Pipeline in Lincoln County, Wyoming. This process invites stakeholder input on various environmental issues, which will guide the Commission’s decision-making regarding the project.
Learn More⚡️City of Aspen Hydro Project Amendment Application Notice
The Department of Energy announces the acceptance of an application by the City of Aspen for a non-capacity amendment to the Ruedi Hydroelectric Project. This includes construction of a powerhouse and modifications within the existing project boundary, inviting comments and participation from local and federal agencies on potential environmental impacts.
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