🌬️EPA Updates New York SIP Regulations
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is updating the regulatory materials incorporated by reference into the New York State Implementation Plan (SIP). The regulations affected by this action have been previously submitted by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (NYDEC) and approved by the EPA in prior rulemakings. The EPA is also notifying the public of corrections to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) tables that identify material incorporated by reference into the New York SIP. This update affects the materials that are available for public inspection at the EPA Regional Office.
Learn More🌊Scoping Notice for Forestport Hydroelectric Project Environmental Review
The Department of Energy issues a notice regarding the scoping period for environmental input on the proposed Forestport Hydroelectric Project in New York. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission seeks public comments to assess environmental impacts and determine the scope of further analysis under the National Environmental Policy Act. This process is crucial for understanding potential licensing requirements and fostering community engagement.
Learn More🚌Van Pool Transportation Acquisition of George M. Carroll Transportation Approved
On August 18, 2025, Van Pool Transportation LLC (Van Pool) and AG Van Pool Holdings, LP (AG Holdings) (collectively, Applicants), both noncarriers, filed an application to acquire control of an interstate passenger motor carrier, George M. Carroll Transportation, Inc. dba George M. Carroll Inc. (GMCT), from its sole shareholder, John Schindler (Seller). The Board is tentatively approving and authorizing the transaction. If no opposing comments are timely filed, this notice will be the final Board action.
Learn More🌊Quota Transfer from North Carolina to New York for Summer Flounder
NMFS announces that the State of North Carolina is transferring a portion of its 2025 commercial summer flounder quota to the State of New York. This adjustment to the 2025 fishing year quota is necessary to comply with the Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Fishery Management Plan (FMP) quota transfer provisions. This announcement informs the public of the revised 2025 commercial quotas for North Carolina and New York.
Learn More🌊Environmental Assessment Notice for Victory Mills Hydroelectric Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission provides a notice of the availability of an Environmental Assessment for the Victory Mills Hydroelectric Project in New York. The assessment analyzes potential environmental impacts and includes opportunities for public engagement and comment submission within 30 days. The project does not affect federal lands.
Learn More🌊Temporary Safety Zone Regulation for Black River Bay Announced
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for certain navigable waters of the Black River Bay in Sackets Harbor, NY listed below. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by an Army HELOCAST Exercise where personnel will be jumping from a helicopter into the water. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Eastern Great Lakes.
Learn More🌊Notice of Application Accepted for Forestport Hydroelectric Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted the application for the Forestport Hydroelectric Project licensing, filing motions to intervene, and comments from the public. The project includes operational plans, environmental management strategies, and potential recreational facilities, highlighting significant developments in local energy infrastructure.
Learn More💧Town of Wells Hydroelectric Project Environmental Assessment Notice
The Department of Energy has announced its intent to prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Lake Algonquin Hydroelectric Project relicense application. This involves public engagement and analysis of environmental impacts, with comments facilitating the Commission's final decision. Interested parties are encouraged to participate in the process.
Learn More⚡Notice of Applications for Battenkill Hydro Electric Projects
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted applications from Battenkill Hydro Associates for two hydroelectric projects in New York. The notice includes details on filing deadlines for interventions and protests, operational descriptions of existing facilities, and administrative contacts, facilitating public engagement and compliance with regulatory procedures.
Learn More🌫️Adequacy Status of PM2.5 Limited Maintenance Plan in New York
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is notifying the public that we have found that the Limited Maintenance Plan for PM<INF>2.5</INF> for the New York portion of the New York-N New Jersey- Long Island (NY-NJ-CT) PM<INF>2.5</INF> maintenance area, submitted by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation on October 15, 2024, is adequate for transportation conformity purposes. This revision to the State Implementation Plan is associated with the second ten-year PM<INF>2.5</INF> Limited Maintenance Plan.
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