DOE Extends Comment Period for Energy Storage Roadmap

2026-10729 — Zero-Based Regulating

The Department of Energy wants to add expiration dates to some of its rules to keep things fresh and efficient, following a new White House order. This means certain regulations will automatically end unless reviewed and renewed, helping save time and money. If you have thoughts, speak up by June 29, 2026, because your input could shape the future of energy rules!

2026-10727 — Zero-Based Regulating

The Department of Energy is adding expiration dates to some of its rules to keep things fresh and efficient. If a rule isn’t renewed before its sunset date, it disappears—no more rule, no more hassle! This change starts July 13, 2026, and helps save time and money by cutting outdated regulations every five years or less.

2026-08201 — Energy Conservation Program: Exempt Power Supplies Under the EPS Service Parts Act of 2014

The Department of Energy is making it easier for companies by removing some reporting rules for certain power supplies used as service parts. This change mainly affects manufacturers and sellers of these exempt power supplies and starts on May 28, 2026. It cuts red tape without adding costs, helping businesses save time and focus on energy innovation.

2026-04454 — Rescinding Regulations for Loans for Minority Business Enterprises Seeking DOE Contracts and Assistance

The Department of Energy is delaying the cancellation of loan rules that help minority-owned businesses get DOE contracts. This means those businesses still have access to special loan support for a little longer, now until June 4, 2026. The delay gives DOE more time to review feedback and make sure everything’s fair and square before making any big changes.

2026-10990 — FERC Form 580, Interrogatories on Fuel and Energy Purchase Practices; Notice of Request for Partial Waiver

Sierra Pacific Power Company asked FERC to skip part of the 2026 fuel and energy purchase questions on Form 580. This affects companies that report energy buying practices and could change how they share info this year. If you want to speak up, you need to act before the deadline and follow FERC’s rules.

2026-10992 — Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings from power companies asking to change how they operate or charge for electricity. These changes could affect energy rates and contracts starting as soon as May 2026, with public comments open through June and July. If you care about electricity prices or power company deals, now’s the time to pay attention and speak up!

Previous: 2025-01393 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; COPS Community Policing Advancement Performance Report

The DOJ’s Community Policing office wants to update how they collect info on community policing progress. This affects police departments that get grants and helps make sure the reports are clear and easy to fill out. They’re asking for approval soon, so departments should get ready to share their updates without extra hassle or cost.

Next: 2025-01396 — SGS North America, Inc.: Grant of Expansion of Recognition

OSHA just gave SGS North America, Inc. a bigger thumbs-up as a trusted testing lab! This means SGS can now test more products to keep workers safe. If you work with SGS or rely on their tests, expect smoother approvals and no extra costs right now.