š¬Compliance Requirements for Marine Mammal Protection in Pipeline Projects
NMFS has received a request from Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC (Transco), a subsidiary of Williams Partners L.P., for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to the Northeast Supply Enhancement Project in Raritan Bay, Lower New York Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean. 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 a 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.
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received a request from Sabal Trail Transmission, LLC for an extension until May 1, 2027, to complete Phase III of its construction project in Georgia and Florida. The project has significant pipeline capacity and has over 94% subscribed under long-term contracts. Comments are encouraged during the established 15-day period.
Learn Moreā”Notice of Environmental Assessment for Pipeline Project in Texas
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has released an environmental assessment for the Eunice Reliability and Lake Charles Supply Project proposed by Texas Gas Transmission, LLC and Gulf South Pipeline Company, LLC. The Project aims to expand natural gas transportation capacity in Louisiana, involving facility upgrades and environmental considerations as mandated under the National Environmental Policy Act.
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