Recent changes
This role tracks 100 sources across GovPing's 2,348 total sources, covering guidance, orders, enforcement actions, rules, FAQs, notices, consultations, and decisions, with 225 changes in the last 7 days.
Recent enforcement actions include the Washington UTC's $1,000 fine against Jeffries Construction for a gas violation, a $7,000 penalty on Sound Drilling, and a $36,000 civil monetary penalty imposed by the NRC on Metro Cardiovascular Diagnostics. The DOE also issued emergency orders to keep two Indiana coal plants operational through June 2026, while Ofgem secured £20 million in redress from National Grid for license failures.
FERC Staff Attendance at NERC Meetings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice regarding its staff's attendance at operational studies drafting teams and standards committee meetings hosted by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). This notice serves to inform the public about FERC's engagement in NERC's reliability initiatives.
FERC Staff Attend NERC Operational Studies Drafting Team Meeting
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice regarding its staff's attendance at a North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Operational Studies Drafting Team meeting. This notice serves to inform the public about FERC's engagement in NERC's operational studies development process.
FERC Information Collection Activities (FERC-725T) Comment Request Extension
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has extended the comment period for its information collection activities, FERC-725T. The new deadline for submitting comments is May 4, 2026. This extension provides additional time for interested parties to provide input.
FERC Staff to Attend NERC Reliability and Security Meetings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice that its staff will attend North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability and Security Technical Committee meetings. This notice serves to inform the public about FERC's engagement in these industry discussions.
PHMSA Announces 2026 Pipeline Safety R&D Forum
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced its 2026 Pipeline Safety Research and Development Forum. The event will take place from March 31 to April 1, 2026. Public input on research gaps can be submitted year-round.
Pipeline Safety: Sable Offshore Seeks Special Permit for Deviation
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a notice regarding a request for a special permit by Sable Offshore Corp. for a pipeline safety deviation. The notice is open for public comment until March 26, 2026.
PHMSA Hazardous Materials Safety Research Forum Notice
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a notice announcing the 2026 Hazardous Materials Safety Research, Development, and Technology Forum. The forum is scheduled to take place from March 31 to April 2, 2026. This notice serves to inform interested parties about the upcoming event.
Hazardous Materials Special Permits Granted/Denied
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a notice regarding actions taken on hazardous materials special permits. One public comment was received concerning these actions.
PHMSA Advisory Bulletin on Pipeline Incident Reporting
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued an advisory bulletin regarding pipeline incident reporting rules. This notice clarifies requirements for reporting incidents to the National Response Center.
Ofgem: Electricity Distribution GSOP Payments Adjusted for 2026-2027
Ofgem has published guidance detailing adjustments to Guaranteed Standards of Performance (GSOP) payments for electricity distribution network operators for the 2026-2027 regulatory year. These adjustments reflect inflation and are effective from April 1, 2026.
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227 changes in last 7 days
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