Government Publishes Records of Secret Off-Record Conversations
Published Date: 11/25/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is sharing updates on off-the-record communications related to ongoing cases. If someone sends a prohibited message, it won’t affect decisions unless fairness demands it, and parties can respond. These rules keep the process fair and transparent, with no new costs or deadlines announced.
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