River Commission Meets to Hash Out Budget and Water Plans

2026-09314 — Grandfathering Registration Notice

If you run a water project in the Susquehanna River Basin, this notice is for you! The Commission is reissuing 'grandfathered' registrations for certain projects, like Danville’s water system, during April 2026. This means some projects keep their old permissions without new fees or changes, but you gotta act within the set dates to stay in the clear.

2026-07199 — Projects Approved for Consumptive Uses of Water

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission gave the green light to several water use projects in March 2026, mostly renewing permits for companies to use millions of gallons of water daily. These approvals affect local businesses in Pennsylvania, allowing them to keep operating without interruption. If you’re in the area, expect these projects to continue smoothly, with no new fees or delays announced.

2026-07201 — Grandfathering Registration Notice

If you run certain water projects in the Susquehanna River Basin, you needed to register by March 31, 2026, to keep your old permissions (called 'grandfathering'). This notice lists two companies that got their registrations approved, so they can keep using water without new permits. No new fees were mentioned, but missing the deadline could mean extra paperwork or costs later.

2026-05817 — Public Hearing

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission is hosting a public hearing on April 23, 2026, where folks can speak up about water projects that might affect local water use. This is the only chance to give live comments before the Commission decides on these projects at their June 4 meeting. Written comments are due by May 4, so don’t miss your shot to weigh in on water withdrawals and renewals that impact communities in Pennsylvania.

2026-05822 — Actions Taken at the March 12, 2026 Meeting

On March 12, 2026, the Susquehanna River Basin Commission gave the green light to 16 water projects, including some big renewals and a water use increase for Amazon’s data center. They also updated their investment rules and approved new grants to support environmental efforts. These moves affect local communities and businesses by managing water use wisely and supporting conservation, with some changes kicking in right away.

2026-04864 — General Permit Notice

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission gave the green light to several fish nursery projects in Pennsylvania during February 2026. These permits let groups withdraw specific amounts of water from local streams and wells to support fish farming without extra fees or delays. If you’re involved in water use or fish nurseries in this area, these approvals keep things flowing smoothly and on schedule.

Previous: 2026-09311 — Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

The Department of Agriculture is asking for public feedback on a paperwork update related to crop insurance rules. Farmers and businesses involved in federal crop insurance might see changes in how they report info, aiming to make the process clearer and less of a hassle. Comments are open until June 10, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up and help shape the rules!

Next: 2026-09313 — Projects Approved for Consumptive Uses of Water

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission approved several water use projects in April 2026, letting companies use millions of gallons daily for their operations. These approvals mostly renew existing permits for energy and industrial sites in Pennsylvania, ensuring water use stays legal and tracked. If you’re in these areas, expect steady water use with no surprise costs or delays coming from these approvals.