Pipeline Rate Filings Arrive, Bringing Familiar FERC Paperwork

2026-22803, Northern Illinois Hydropower, LLC; Notice of Request for Extension of Time To Commence and Complete Construction Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests

Northern Illinois Hydropower, LLC asked for more time to start and finish building their Brandon Road Hydroelectric Project in Illinois. The project sits on federal land near Rockdale and needs approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). People have until December 4, 2026, to share their thoughts or objections, so this extension could affect the project’s timeline and future energy plans.

2026-22722, Columbia Gulf Transmission, LLC; Notice of Application and Establishing Intervention Deadline

Columbia Gulf Transmission wants to build a new 8.7-mile pipeline and related facilities in Kentucky to deliver natural gas to East Kentucky Power’s J.K. Smith plant. The project will cost about $95 million and aims to provide steady gas service starting soon. If you’re interested, you have a deadline to speak up or get involved before the project moves forward.

2026-22721, Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC; Notice of Schedule for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Leidy Access Expansion Project

Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company wants to build new pipeline facilities in Pennsylvania to move more natural gas from the Marcellus Shale area. The government is preparing an environmental review to make sure the project is safe and will finish it by March 26, 2027. If all goes well, final approvals should happen by June 24, 2027, affecting local communities and energy customers with potential new energy options.

2026-22605, Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC; Notice of Filing

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC updated its electricity transmission rules for Orlando, effective October 4, 2026. This change affects anyone using or managing electric transmission in that area and could impact how electricity access is handled and billed. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to file your comments or protests by the deadline set by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

2026-22606, Privacy Act of 1974; Systems of Records

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is updating how it handles personal info about its commissioners and key staff. They’ve added new rules for sharing data, especially to tackle data breaches quickly and safely. If you want to comment, you’ve got 30 days from November 5, 2026, before these changes kick in—no cost or hassle for the public!

2026-22608, Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America, LLC; Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Proposed Amarillo Expansion Project

Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America wants to expand its pipeline in Moore and Deaf Smith counties, Texas. The government is asking the public to share their thoughts on how this project might affect the environment before making a decision. If you care about local nature or community changes, now’s the time to speak up by December 2, 2026!

Previous: 2026-22790, Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings from several energy companies, including TX Nazareth Solar and big players like Pacific Gas & Electric and Alabama Power. These filings mostly update the companies' status or operations, with public comments due by mid to late November 2026. If you’re involved in energy or just curious, these changes could affect how power is managed and priced soon.

Next: 2026-22794, Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) wants your feedback on their plan to collect info from the public. They’re asking for comments by January 8, 2027, to make sure the process is clear, useful, and not too much work. This affects anyone who might provide info to CMS and aims to keep things smooth and efficient without extra costs.