FERC Reviews Solar Projects and Energy Complaints

2026-10313 — Commission Information Collection Activity (Ferc-549); Comment Request; Extension

FERC is extending its current paperwork rules for natural gas transactions for another three years with no changes. This affects companies involved in certain gas deals, but there’s no new cost or extra work. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until June 22, 2026, to speak up!

2026-10314 — Western Area Power Administration; Notice of Filing

The Western Area Power Administration fixed a small mistake in its power rate records that started April 1, 2026. This update mainly affects customers and companies using their power rates, with a chance to comment or protest by June 4, 2026. No big money changes are announced, but folks should act fast if they want to speak up!

2026-10223 — Southwest Gas Storage Company; Notice of Request Under Blanket Authorization and Establishing Intervention and Protest Deadline

Southwest Gas Storage Company wants to close and plug five old, leaky wells and related pipes in Oklahoma to keep their gas storage running smoothly. This cleanup helps stop salty water from causing problems and keeps things safe and efficient. If you want to speak up or get involved, you’ve got until a set deadline to file your protest or join the discussion.

2026-10091 — Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-919); Comment Request; Extension

FERC is extending its current info collection rules for another three years without any changes. This affects public utilities that sell electricity at market-based rates, making sure their prices stay fair. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until July 20, 2026, to comment—no extra costs or new paperwork coming your way!

2026-10095 — Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-725S); Comment Request; Extension

FERC is asking for public comments to extend the approval of a key info collection about emergency power rules—no changes, just a renewal. This affects electric companies that help keep the lights on during emergencies. Comments are due by July 20, 2026, and there’s no new cost or paperwork increase involved.

2026-09998 — Revisions to Oil Pipeline Regulations Pursuant to the Energy Policy Act of 1992; Notice of Annual Change in the Producer Price Index for Finished Goods

Starting July 1, 2026, oil pipelines will update their maximum rates using a new number based on the Producer Price Index for Finished Goods, adjusted down by 0.55%. This change means pipeline rates can go up by about 1.4% for the next year. Pipeline companies and customers should get ready for this small but important price update that keeps things fair and predictable.

Previous: 2025-23271 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; NSPS for Flexible Vinyl and Urethane Coating and Printing (Renewal)

The EPA is asking to keep collecting info from flexible vinyl and urethane coating and printing businesses to make sure pollution rules are followed. They’re extending the current approval through 2025 and want your comments by January 20, 2026. This keeps things running smoothly without adding new costs or big changes for companies.

Next: 2025-23274 — IMARA Calculation for Calendar Year 2026 Under the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program

The Treasury just set the insurance marketplace aggregate retention amount (IMARA) for 2026 at about $58.7 billion. This number tells insurers how much risk they keep before the government steps in under the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. The new IMARA kicks in January 1, 2026, helping keep terrorism insurance available and affordable for businesses.