DOE Pulls Back Draft Energy Storage Roadmap for Updates

2026-11057 — Rescinding Regulations for Loans for Minority Business Enterprises Seeking DOE Contracts and Assistance

The Department of Energy is delaying a rule that would stop loans for minority-owned businesses trying to get DOE contracts. This means minority businesses can keep applying for these loans a bit longer while the government reviews the rule carefully. The new delay pushes the rule’s start date to September 1, 2026, giving everyone more time to prepare and comment.

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 This change starts July 13, 2026, and helps save time and money by cutting outdated regulations every five years or less.

2026-10729 — 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!

2026-08201 — 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.

2026-12186 — Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings about natural gas pipeline rates and refunds that could change how much people pay starting July 15, 2026. Companies like Rockies Express and Permian Highway Pipeline are involved, and anyone interested has until late June or early July to share their thoughts. These updates might affect pipeline costs and how refunds are handled, so keep an eye on the deadlines if you want to speak up!

Previous: 2025-03105 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; EIB 21-02, Co-Financing Certificate

The Export-Import Bank (EXIM) wants to make its paperwork easier and is asking for your thoughts on a form called the Co-Financing Certificate. This affects businesses and agencies involved in co-financing deals and aims to keep things simple without extra costs or delays. You’ve got a chance to speak up before EXIM sends this form for official approval.

Next: 2025-03107 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; EIB 18-05, Itemized Statement of Payments Long-Term Guarantee and Direct Loan-Local Costs

The Export-Import Bank (EXIM) wants to make it easier for people and agencies to report payments related to long-term loans and guarantees by updating their forms. This change aims to cut down on paperwork and save time, with no extra costs involved. If you’re involved in these loans, now’s your chance to share your thoughts before the new rules get approved!