Natural Gas Pipelines File Routine Rate Shuffles Ahead

2026-20416, Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-603); Comment Request; Extension

FERC is renewing its info collection form called FERC-603, which helps protect important energy infrastructure details. No changes are planned, but folks who submit this info should know the deadline to comment is November 5, 2026. This keeps the process smooth without adding extra costs or paperwork.

2026-20454, Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got a bunch of new filings from energy companies like Rhode Island State Energy Center and Arizona Public Service. These filings include requests for approvals, status updates, and refund reports that could affect how electricity rates and projects move forward. If you’re involved in energy or power, keep an eye on deadlines for comments, mostly in October and November 2026, as some changes might impact costs or operations soon.

2026-20420, Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several filings from natural gas pipeline companies about rate changes and refunds. These updates affect customers and companies using pipelines, with new rates starting as soon as October 1, 2026. If you want to comment, deadlines are mostly mid-October, so act fast to have your say on possible price changes.

2026-20421, PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.; Notice of Institution of Section 206 Proceeding and Refund Effective Date

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is checking if PJM Interconnection’s new rules for buying backup power are fair and legal. This affects energy companies and customers in the PJM region, with possible changes to how costs are shared. If refunds are needed, they start from October 6, 2026, and anyone interested has 21 days to speak up.

2026-20418, BIF III Holtwood LLC; Notice of Application for Non-Project Use of Project Land and Waters Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests

BIF III Holtwood LLC wants to build docks on land and water near the Wallenpaupack Hydroelectric Project in Pennsylvania. The government is reviewing this request and asking the public to share their thoughts by October 30, 2026. This could change how the land and water are used but won’t affect electricity prices or timing.

2026-20453, Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc.; Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Proposed Evergy McNew Power Plant Delivery Project

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline wants to build new gas facilities to deliver power to the Evergy McNew Power Plant in Kansas. The government is asking the public to share their thoughts on how this might affect the environment before making a final decision. If you care about local air, water, or land, now’s the time to speak up by November 2, 2026!

Previous: 2025-23558, Informal Working Group 1 (IWG-1), Informal Working Group 2 (IWG-2), Informal Working Group 3 (IWG-3), and Informal Working Group 4 (IWG-4) of the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee (WRC-27 Advisory Committee) Schedule Their Meetings

The FCC announced virtual meeting dates for four Informal Working Groups (IWG-1 to IWG-4) preparing for the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference. These meetings, open to the public, help shape U.S. plans for global radio rules and happen from January to February 2026. Anyone interested in radio communications and tech policy should mark their calendars—no costs involved, just your time and attention!

Next: 2025-23560, Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-725t, 725z, 725l, 725g, 725a and 725x); Comment Request; Revision

FERC is updating the rules for how power companies report important data to keep the electric grid safe and reliable. These changes affect generator owners, operators, and transmission folks who must follow new reporting steps. Comments on these updates are open until February 20, 2026, so get ready to share your thoughts and stay tuned for possible cost or time impacts.