EV Efficiency Shake-Up: DOE Drops Confusing Fuel Factor in Calculations

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: 2026-03297 — Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Reallocation of Pollock in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands

The government is shifting some pollock fishing quotas from the Aleutian Islands to the Bering Sea because the Aleutian Islands won’t use all their share this year. This change helps make sure the total allowed pollock catch for 2026 gets fully fished. Fishermen in both areas will feel the impact, with the new rules running from February 19 to December 31, 2026.

Next: 2026-03301 — Rescission of the “Ten-Day Notices and Corrective Action for State Regulatory Program Issues” Rule, Issued April 9, 2024

The Office of Surface Mining is canceling the April 2024 rule about quick 10-day notices to states and is bringing back a simpler, improved 2020 rule with a few tweaks. This change helps states take the lead on mining rules in their areas and cuts down on extra paperwork. The new rule kicks in on March 23, 2026, making things smoother for state regulators without adding costs.