Chemical Safety Board Schedules Zoom Public Update

2025-21215 — Internal Governance

The Chemical Safety Board is updating its internal rules to make them clearer, easier to read, and better aligned with its mission. These changes affect how meetings are run, including quorum rules and public meeting timing, and update the Board’s address. The new rules kick in on January 26, 2026, with no extra costs involved—just smoother operations ahead!

2025-21085 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) will hold four public virtual meetings between December 2025 and September 2026 to share updates on safety investigations and recommendations. These meetings are open to everyone and help the CSB stay transparent while fulfilling legal requirements. No costs or fees are involved, and you can join online for free!

2026-06503 — Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings from energy companies about power plant approvals, solar projects, and rate changes. These filings affect companies like Bayonne Energy Center, Heritage Power, and others, with deadlines for public comments in mid to late April 2026. Some changes could impact how much customers pay or how energy is managed starting as soon as April 1, 2026.

2026-06512 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards

Marfork Coal Company wants to change some safety rules at their Glen Alum Tunnel Mine. They’re asking to use a different way to keep miners safe that works just as well or better. If approved, this could affect how safety checks are done and might save the company some time or money. Everyone has until May 4, 2026, to share their thoughts on this idea.

2026-06460 — South Atlantic Fishery Management Council-Public Meeting

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is holding a meeting April 21-23, 2026, to talk about important changes to fishing rules for snapper, grouper, and other fish. Fishermen, businesses, and ocean lovers in the South Atlantic region will hear updates, suggest new rules, and review how fish stocks like black grouper and black sea bass are doing. This meeting could lead to new fishing seasons, permit changes, and better fish management that might affect fishing costs and opportunities.

2026-06555 — Railroad Cost Recovery Procedures-Productivity Adjustment

The Surface Transportation Board says railroads got 1.5% more productive each year from 2020 to 2024. This new number helps decide how much railroads can raise their rates to cover costs. Railroads, shippers, and anyone watching prices should note that this change kicks in April 18, 2026, unless someone spots a mistake and files a comment by April 15.

Previous: 2025-11189 — Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to the Kingston Ferry Trestle Seismic Retrofit Project in Kingston, WA

The Washington State Department of Transportation wants to upgrade the Kingston Ferry Terminal, which might accidentally disturb some local marine mammals. NMFS is thinking about giving permission for this, but they want your thoughts first! This could happen soon and might last up to a year, so keep an eye out for updates and deadlines.

Next: 2025-11192 — Information Collections Being Submitted for Review and Approval to Office of Management and Budget

The FCC is asking everyone, especially small businesses with fewer than 25 employees, to help make paperwork easier and faster. They want your thoughts on how to cut down on forms and hassle, so you can spend less time on paperwork and more on what matters. This is a chance to shape changes that could save time and money for lots of folks!