FERC Reviews Power Company Merger Requests and Energy Rule Easing

2026-13959 — Northern States Power Company; Notice of Application Ready for Environmental Analysis and Soliciting Comments, Recommendations, Terms and Conditions, and Prescriptions

Northern States Power Company wants to renew its license for the Hayward Hydroelectric Project on the Namekagon River in Wisconsin. The government is now reviewing the environmental impact and asking the public to share their thoughts by September 8, 2026. This process could affect local energy production and community plans, so it’s a big deal for residents and energy users nearby.

2026-13957 — Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got a bunch of new filings from natural gas pipeline companies about their rates and refunds. These changes mostly start in July and August 2026 and could affect how much customers pay or get refunded. If you want to comment or learn more, you’ve got until mid-July or late July to speak up!

2026-13960 — Commission Information Collection Activity (Ferc-555); Comment Request; Extension

FERC is extending the current rules that require public utilities, natural gas, and oil pipeline companies to keep certain records for three more years—no changes, just a simple extension. If you’re part of these industries, you don’t need to do anything new, but you can share your thoughts by September 8, 2026. This keeps things smooth and saves everyone from extra paperwork or costs.

2026-13883 — Combined Notice of Filings #3

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings from energy companies like Light Energy and Beacon Solar about approvals and rate changes. These filings could affect how electricity is bought and sold, with some changes kicking in as soon as July 7, 2026. If you’re involved in energy or just curious, keep an eye out for public comments due by late July and possible impacts on energy prices.

2026-13882 — Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several filings from natural gas companies about rate changes, record updates, and penalty reports. These updates could affect customers and businesses using these pipelines, with some new rates and agreements starting as soon as early July 2026. If you want to comment or learn more, deadlines are coming up fast in mid to late July.

2026-13880 — Transwestern Pipeline Company, LLC; Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Planned Desert Southwest Expansion Project, and Notice of Public Scoping Sessions

Transwestern Pipeline Company plans to expand its pipeline in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, and the government wants your thoughts on how this might affect the environment. They’re asking for public comments by August 5, 2026, to help decide if the project should move forward. This is your chance to speak up about possible changes and how they might impact local communities and nature.

Previous: 2025-13758 — McLendon, Richard E.; Notice of Filing

Richard E. McLendon asked for permission to hold multiple important roles at once in the energy world. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to act before the deadline. This could affect how decisions are made but doesn’t involve any immediate money changes.

Next: 2025-13761 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Information Collection Request; Comment Request; Control of Air Pollution From Motor Vehicles: Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission Standards (Renewal)

The EPA wants to keep collecting info on car pollution rules called Tier 3, which help keep our air clean. This affects car makers and anyone who tests vehicle emissions. They’re asking for public feedback before renewing the paperwork approval, with a deadline coming soon and no new costs expected.