FERC-538 Gas Pipeline Certificate Information Collection Extension

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission published a notice requesting comments on the extension of FERC-538, the information collection related to natural gas pipeline certificate applications. The notice opens a 30-day comment period closing May 7, 2026. Gas pipeline certificate holders and industry stakeholders may submit comments on the necessity and burden of the existing collection requirements.

ALLETE Inc Hydroelectric Relicensing Application Notice

FERC published a notice that ALLETE Inc filed a relicensing application for Project No. 2532-098, a hydroelectric project. The Commission accepted the application for filing and established a procedural schedule including deadlines for interventions, protests, and comments. This is a standard hydroelectric license renewal proceeding under the Federal Power Act.

Avista Corporation Environmental Assessment Availability

FERC published a notice announcing the availability of an Environmental Assessment (EA) for Avista Corporation's Project No. 2545-205. The EA is available for public review and comment in Docket No. Project No. 2545-205. This notice is part of FERC's procedural requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act for hydroelectric license proceedings.

ALLETE Inc. Hydroelectric Project Relicensing Application Procedural Schedule

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a notice announcing that ALLETE Inc.'s application for relicensing of hydroelectric Project No. 2663-067 has been tendered for filing. The notice establishes a procedural schedule for the relicensing proceeding and sets a deadline for submission of final amendments. This is a standard administrative notice initiating the formal review process.

Transmission Formula Rate Processes Staff Workshop Notice

FERC issued a supplemental notice on April 7, 2026 announcing a staff-led workshop on transmission formula rate processes under Docket No. AD26-5-000. The workshop continues FERC's outreach effort to gather stakeholder input on formula rate implementation issues. This is an informational event open to all interested parties with no new compliance obligations created.

ALLETE Inc Hydroelectric Project Relicensing Notice

FERC published a notice establishing a procedural schedule for ALLETE Inc.'s relicensing application for Project No. 2454-088 (hydroelectric). The notice sets a May 8, 2026 deadline for submission of final amendments. This is a standard administrative step in the hydropower relicensing process.

FY 2026 Ferry Funding Programs Competitive Opportunity

The Federal Transit Administration announced FY 2026 competitive funding opportunities for three ferry programs: Passenger Ferry Program, Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program, and Ferry Service for Rural Communities. State and local government agencies and eligible transit operators may apply for federal ferry funding. The comment period closes on May 11, 2026.

Land Release Request at Strother Field Airport-Industrial Park

The FAA published a Notice of Intent to rule on a land release request at Strother Field Airport-Industrial Park (WLD) in Winfield, Kansas. The notice requests public comment on releasing 36 acres of land previously designated for airport purposes. Comments must be submitted within 30 days of the notice publication date.

Establishment of Class E Airspace at Mountain Home, TX

The FAA published a proposed rule to establish Class E airspace at Mountain Home, TX to support associated instrument flight procedures. The document announces a 45-day public comment period closing on May 22, 2026. This is a routine airspace administrative action affecting aircraft operators in the affected area.

Bell Helicopter Component Life Limit Reduction

The FAA proposes a new Airworthiness Directive for Bell Textron Canada Limited helicopters that would reduce component life limits. The proposed rule, published April 7, 2026, has a 45-day public comment period ending May 22, 2026. This AD affects helicopter operators and maintenance providers who must track and replace specified components within the new, reduced time intervals.