Energy Dept Pings Old FOIA Filers: Still Interested in Your Docs?

2026-04454 — Rescinding Regulations for Loans for Minority Business Enterprises Seeking DOE Contracts and Assistance

The Department of Energy is delaying the cancellation of loan rules that help minority-owned businesses get DOE contracts. This means those businesses still have access to special loan support for a little longer, now until June 4, 2026. The delay gives DOE more time to review feedback and make sure everything’s fair and square before making any big changes.

2026-06504 — Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several filings from natural gas pipeline companies about rate changes and reports. These updates could affect how much customers pay starting as soon as April 1 or May 1, 2026. If you want to share your thoughts, you have until April 13, 2026, to comment.

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.

2026-06550 — Agency Information Collection Extension

The Energy Information Administration is extending its Petroleum Supply Reporting System for three more years, keeping important weekly, monthly, and annual surveys active. This affects oil and fuel operators who provide data on production, imports, and storage. Comments are open until May 4, 2026, and the extension helps keep energy info flowing without extra costs.

2026-06432 — Erie Boulevard Hydropower L.P.; Notice of Application for Non-Capacity Amendment of License Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests

Erie Boulevard Hydropower wants to make some changes to their Beebee Island Project on the Black River in Watertown, NY, but these changes won’t affect how much power they produce. The government is now asking the public and agencies to share their thoughts or concerns by April 29, 2026. This process helps make sure the project stays safe and environmentally friendly without costing extra money or changing power output.

2026-06301 — Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several filings from natural gas companies about rates, reports, and agreements. These filings could affect pipeline customers and market players, with some rate changes starting April 1, 2026. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to act by early April and follow the rules to join the conversation.

Previous: 2025-15489 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Using Quick Response Surveys To Build a Public Perception and Response Database

NOAA is asking for approval to keep using quick online surveys that help understand how people react to dangerous weather like tornadoes and floods. About 33,675 folks will spend just 10 minutes each sharing their thoughts, helping NOAA improve weather warnings to keep everyone safer. This update extends a current project with no extra cost but lots of valuable info coming our way!

Next: 2025-15494 — Clean Air Act Operating Permit Program; Petition for Objection to State Operating Permit for Valero Energy Partners, L.P., Harris County, Texas

The EPA reviewed a petition from local groups asking to block a pollution permit for Valero’s Houston refinery tanks. They agreed with some concerns but denied others, meaning Valero can keep most of its permit. This affects the community near the refinery and keeps air quality rules in check without big delays or costs.