🌪️Extension of Disaster Loan Application Deadlines for Impacted States
This is a Notice of physical filing deadline extensions and re-opening of the physical filing period for certain disaster declarations impacted by the disaster funding lapse which occurred October 15 through December 21, 2024. Incident: Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
Learn More💧Eagle Creek Water Quality Certification Application Notice
The notice informs of a Clean Water Act section 401 water quality certification request submitted by Eagle Creek Schoolfield, LLC and the City of Danville. It specifies a one-year timeframe for the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality to act on the request, highlighting the implications of a potential waiver if no action is taken.
Learn More🐟Quota Transfer Announcement for Summer Flounder Fishery in 2025
NMFS announces that the State of North Carolina is transferring a portion of its 2025 commercial summer flounder quota to the Commonwealth of Virginia. 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 Virginia.
Learn More💧Notice of Water Quality Certification for PE Hydro Generation
This regulatory notice pertains to PE Hydro Generation, LLC's request for a Clean Water Act section 401 water quality certification. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission notifies Virginia DEQ of the certification request made by PE Hydro and outlines the period for action, emphasizing that a lack of response may lead to deemed approval.
Learn More⛽Schedule for Environmental Assessment of Capital Area Project
The Department of Energy's notice outlines the schedule for an environmental assessment of the Capital Area Project, which involves the construction and maintenance of interstate natural gas pipeline facilities by Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc. The project aims to enhance natural gas delivery capabilities in Pennsylvania and Virginia, prompting necessary reviews and compliance with federal regulations.
Learn More🚆Norfolk Southern's Acquisition
The Surface Transportation Board reviewed and classified Norfolk Southern Corporation’s acquisition of control over the Norfolk & Portsmouth Belt Line Railroad as a significant transaction, necessitating a more rigorous application process and potential regulatory scrutiny. The decision involves procedural requirements to ensure compliance and evaluates potential competitive effects in the rail industry.
Learn More🌿EPA Order on AdvanSix Resins Clean Air Act Permit
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator signed an order dated December 16, 2024 granting in part and denying in part a petition dated July 19, 2024 from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Mothers Out Front, Sierra Club, Falls of the James Group, and Virginia Interfaith Power & Light. The petition requested that the EPA object to a Clean Air Act (CAA) title V operating permit issued by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VADEQ) to AdvanSix Resins and Chemicals LLC, Hopewell Plant, located in the City of Hopewell, Prince George County, Virginia.
Learn More💧Scott's Mill Hydroelectric Licensing Notice and Comment Solicitation
The Department of Energy has filed a notice regarding Scott's Mill Hydro, LLC's application for an original major license for the Scott's Mill Hydroelectric Project. The notice outlines details about the application process, project specifics, and encourages public scoping comments to assess environmental impacts and alternatives.
Learn More💧Eagle Creek Reusens Hydro Project Notice for Scoping Comments
The Department of Energy announces a notice soliciting scoping comments for the Reusens Hydroelectric Project application filed by Eagle Creek Reusens Hydro, LLC. The notice includes details about the project and invites public engagement on environmental assessments related to its impacts.
Learn More🏭Proposed Production Activity in FTZ 207 for Kaiser Aluminum
Kaiser Aluminum Fabricated Products, LLC has notified the Foreign-Trade Zones Board of proposed production activities for aluminum products at its Richmond, Virginia location. The notification complies with regulations, and public comments are invited until March 31, 2025. Key details regarding materials/components and potential duties are addressed in the announcement.
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