🌱Right-of-Way Application for Natural Gas Pipeline in Tennessee
The purpose of this notice is to inform the public that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has received a right-of-way (ROW) application from East Tennessee Natural Gas, LLC (ETNG) for a natural gas pipeline that is proposed to cross Trousdale, Smith, Jackson, Putnam, Overton, Fentress, Morgan, and Roane counties, Tennessee. The BLM anticipates deciding on the pipeline ROW application after the publication of this notice, including any associated terms and conditions, if approved.
Learn More🚆Environmental Impact Notice for Everett Link Extension and OMF Project
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA), as Federal lead agency, and the Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority (Sound Transit), as local project sponsor and joint lead agency, issue this notice to advise the public that they intend to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for the Everett Link Extension (EVLE) and Operations and Maintenance Facility North (OMF North) Project (Project). The Project would extend Link light rail 16 miles from the existing Lynnwood City Center Station to the Everett Station area in Snohomish County, Washington, and improve connections to the regional transit system and major activity centers. The Project would also include construction of a light rail operations and maintenance facility (OMF) in Snohomish County to support the regional Link light rail program, including EVLE.
Learn More🛢️Notice of Petitions for Waiver by Tennessee Gas Pipeline and Southern Natural Gas
The Department of Energy issued a notice regarding petitions for waiver filed by Southern Natural Gas and Tennessee Gas Pipeline for the SSE4 and MSX Projects. These projects involve extensive natural gas pipeline expansions in Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia, encompassing new installations and modifications to existing facilities. Interested parties are invited to comment or intervene before the specified deadline.
Learn More⚡Executive Order on Accelerating Data Center Permitting
Executive Order 14318 aims to expedite federal permitting for data center infrastructure essential for AI development, facilitating the rapid construction of significant projects. It defines qualifying projects, emphasizes financial support, and streamlines environmental reviews to boost American manufacturing and technology leadership.
Learn More🏗️Requirements for Approved Construction Investments Review
The Department of Commerce seeks public comment on a proposed information collection related to construction investments by the Economic Development Administration. The request pertains to the evaluation of the burden and effectiveness of the information collection aimed at supporting infrastructure projects through federal assistance, which can affect local economies and job creation.
Learn More🚍FTA Seeks Comments on CIG Program Data Collection Extension
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a request for an extension without change to an existing information collection: Fixed Guideway Capital Investment Grants (CIG) Program Section 5309.
Learn More💧Notice of Preliminary Permit for Hydropower Project in Alabama
The Department of Energy has accepted a preliminary permit application from Bevill Hydroelectric, LLC, to explore the feasibility of a hydropower project at Tom Bevill Lock and Dam in Alabama. Comments and competing applications are invited until September 15, 2025, with details on project specifications and contact information for stakeholders.
Learn More🌊Gulfstream LNG Project
Gulfstream LNG Development, LLC filed an application for a liquefied natural gas export facility in Louisiana, detailing project components and requesting public participation. The notice includes intervention deadlines and explains the regulatory review process under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Interested parties can comment or intervene in the proceedings to voice support or objections regarding the project.
Learn More⚡Notice of Intent to License Hydroelectric Project in Rhode Island
The Department of Energy announces WW Op Zone Fund 1, LLC's intention to file a license application for the Lower Crompton Dam Hydroelectric Project in Rhode Island. The notice details the approval of using the Traditional Licensing Process and outlines required consultations with wildlife and preservation agencies, marking a significant step toward hydroelectric energy development in the region.
Learn More📶FCC Open Meeting Discusses Regulatory Changes for Broadband
The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes and seeks comment on revisions to the Commission's network change disclosure rules and section 214(a) discontinuance processes to eliminate regulatory barriers and costs, thus encouraging the swift transition to IP-based networks and advanced communications services for consumers. 2.................. WIRELINE COMPETITION.. Title: Removing Barriers to Broadband Deployment and Investment (WC Docket No. 17-84). Summary: The Commission will consider a Fifth Report and Order, Fourth Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, and Orders on Reconsideration to promote broadband infrastructure deployment by ensuring greater collaboration between utilities and attachers, establishing a timeline for large pole attachment requests, implementing other improvements to the pole attachment timeline, and speeding up the contractor approval process. The Commission would seek comment on ways to further facilitate the pole attachment process and on defining the term "pole" for purposes of section 224, and would resolve two petitions for reconsideration of prior Commission action. 3.................. ECONOMICS AND Title: Enhancing National ANALYTICS. Security Through the Auction of AWS-3 Spectrum Licenses (GN Docket No. 25- 70); Applying New Average Annual Gross Revenue Benchmarks for Small Business Bidding Credits (GN Docket No. 25-71); and Amendment of the Commission's Rules with Regard to Commercial Operations in the 1695- 1710 MHz, 1755-1780 MHz, and 2155-2180 MHz Bands (GN Docket No. 13-185). Summary: The Commission will consider a Report and Order and Second Report and Order that would update 10-year-old AWS-3 service-specific designated entity eligibility requirements to bring those requirements, along with related eligibility requirements contained in the part 1 competitive bidding rules, in line with the Commission's current auctions practice. 4.................. GENERAL COUNSEL....... Title: Streamlined Repeal of Outdated and Obsolete Rules (GN Docket No. 25- 133). Summary: The Commission will consider a Direct Final Rule that would repeal certain rules identified as outdated and obsolete via a direct final rule procedure and clarify the potential use of the direct final rule procedure in other circumstances in the future. 5.................. CONSUMER AND Title: Protecting Consumers GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS. from Unauthorized Carrier Changes and Related Unauthorized Charges (CG Docket No. 17-169); and Truth-in-Billing and Billing Format (CC Docket No. 98-170). Summary: The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposing to modernize and simplify the Commission's slamming and Truth-in- Billing rules to reflect the evolution of the telecommunications marketplace, retain core consumer protections against unauthorized carrier switches and charges, and reduce regulatory burdens that can stifle innovation. 6.................. WIRELINE COMPETITION.. Title: 988 Text Georouting to Improve Access to the 988 Lifeline (WC Docket No. 18-336). Summary: The Commission will consider a Fourth Report and Order that would adopt rules to require wireless providers to transmit data that enables text messages sent to the 988 Lifeline to be routed to the closest local crisis center based on a person's general geographic location. 7.................. MANAGING DIRECTOR..... Title: Personnel Action #25- 09--Promotion. Summary: The Commission will consider a personnel action. 8.................. MANAGING DIRECTOR..... Title: Personnel Action #25- 10--Promotion. Summary: The Commission will consider a personnel action. 9.................. MANAGING DIRECTOR..... Title: Personnel Action #25- 11--Promotion. Summary: The Commission will consider a personnel action. 10................. MANAGING DIRECTOR..... Title: Personnel Action #25- 12--Promotion. Summary: The Commission will consider a personnel action. 11................. MANAGING DIRECTOR..... Title: Personnel Action #25- 13--Promotion. Summary: The Commission will consider a personnel action. 12................. PUBLIC SAFETY AND Title: Appointment of the HOMELAND SECURITY. Defense Commissioner. Summary: The Commission will consider a personnel action regarding the appointment of the Defense Commissioner. ------------------------------------------------------------------------
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