FERC Shuts for Holidays, No Penalty for Late Filings
Published Date: 12/31/2025
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Heads up! The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will be closed on December 24 and 26, 2025, thanks to a new presidential order. If you have filings due on those days, don’t worry—they’ll be accepted on the next business day without any penalties. This means no rush or extra fees for anyone affected by these holiday closures!
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