Vitol Seeks Five-Year Extension to Sell Power to Canada

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: 2026-01292 — Agency Information Collection Reinstatement

The Department of Energy is bringing back a form that helps protect workers from harmful beryllium exposure at DOE sites. They want to keep collecting this info for three more years to keep workers safe and catch health issues early. If you have thoughts, you’ve got until February 23, 2026, to share them—no cost changes, just safety first!

Next: 2026-01295 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Regional Economic Development Data Collection Instrument

The Department of Commerce wants your thoughts on a new survey that helps track how regions grow their economies. This affects communities and businesses that work with the Economic Development Administration, and your feedback is needed by March 24, 2026. The goal is to keep the survey helpful but easy to fill out, with no extra costs for participants.