⚓Coast Guard Withdraws Deepwater Ports Proposed Rulemaking
The Coast Guard is withdrawing its notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) titled "Deepwater Ports" that we published on April 9, 2015. The Coast Guard is taking this action because we will not be pursuing the proposed changes at this time. The Coast Guard may issue a new rulemaking in the future if warranted.
Learn More🌍EPA Notice on Availability of Environmental Impact Statements
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces the availability of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) filed by various federal agencies, detailing upcoming comment periods and specific projects. It emphasizes public engagement and transparency regarding environmental assessments crucial for infrastructure and development initiatives.
Learn More⚡Notice of Transfer of Exemption for James Thompson Hydroelectric Project
Albany Engineering Corporation has transferred the exemption for the James Thompson Hydroelectric Project No. 6411 from Valley Falls Associates. The project is situated on the Hoosic River and does not require Commission approval for the transfer, signifying a change in compliance and project oversight responsibilities. Correspondence is directed to Albany Engineering Corporation's representative.
Learn More⛏️Notice of $100 Million EXIM Loan Application for Mining Project
This Notice is to inform the public the Export-Import Bank of the United States ("EXIM") has received an application for final commitment for long-term loans or financial guarantees in excess of $100 million. Comments received within the comment period specified below will be presented to the EXIM Board of Directors prior to final action on these Transactions.
Learn More🌍Environmental Assessment of Northwest Pipeline Project Impacts
The Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a notice regarding the availability of the Environmental Assessment for the proposed Kelso-Beaver Reliability Project. This assessment evaluates the environmental impacts of the construction and operation of facilities in Cowlitz County, Washington, providing an independent analysis for public comment and consideration.
Learn More🛢️ANR Pipeline Company Project Notice and Intervention Deadline
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has published a notice regarding ANR Pipeline Company’s request for authorization to construct new injection/withdrawal wells at the Goodwell Storage Field in Michigan. The project aims to restore lost deliverability and enhance reliability within the field, with a public participation process outlined for interested stakeholders.
Learn More📡New FCC Rules to Accelerate Broadband Deployment and Compliance
In this document, a Fifth Report and Order adopted by the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) establishes rules ensuring greater collaboration and cooperation between utilities and attachers, establishing a timeline for large pole attachment requests, revising and improving the pole attachment timeline, and establishing a deadline for the contractor approval process. In addition, the Commission denies in part and grants in part a Petition for Clarification and/or Reconsideration from the Edison Electric Institute of portions of the Commission's December 2023 Fourth Report and Order, Declaratory Ruling, and Third Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. Finally, the Commission denies a Petition for Reconsideration from the Coalition of Concerned Utilities of a portion of the Fourth Report and Order.
Learn More🌊Issaquena Green Power Preliminary Permit Application Notice
The Department of Energy and FERC accepted a preliminary permit application for the Yellow Bend Hydrokinetic Energy Project. Located on the Mississippi River, the project plans to implement hydrokinetic turbine generator units to study feasibility. The public is invited to comment and participate in the process before the deadline, fostering engagement in energy development.
Learn More📡DHS CISA Information Collection on Emergency Communications
DHS CISA Emergency Communications Division (ECD) will submit the following information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Learn More📶New Rules for Broadband Deployment and Utility Pole Attachments
In this document, the Commission adopted a Fourth Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM or Further Notice) addressing deployment of broadband facilities on utility poles. It seeks comment on requiring attachers to deploy equipment on poles within 120 days of completion of make-ready work. It also seeks comment on whether the Commission should require attachers to make payment on an estimate to a utility within a specific period of time after acceptance. It additionally seeks comment on limiting the amount that final make-ready costs can exceed the utility's estimate without receiving prior approval from the attacher. It further seeks comment on whether to expand the availability of the one-touch, make-ready (OTMR) process to include complex survey and make-ready work. Moreover, it seeks comment establishing a deadline to on-board approved contractors. It also seeks comment on whether the Commission should define the term "pole" for purposes of Section 224 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, and whether the term should be construed to include light poles. Further, it seeks comment on legal authority to adopt each of the proposals as well as any other germane policy points or facts, and on how the costs, benefits, or burdens of any rules the Commission adopts might impact businesses of various sizes.
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