FERC-538 Gas Pipeline Certificates: Section 7(a) Information Collection Extension

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking public comments on extending its information collection FERC-538 (Gas Pipeline Certificates: Section 7(a) Mandatory Initial Service) for three years under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection covers applications for natural gas companies to extend transportation facilities and provide service to municipalities or persons. No changes to current reporting requirements are proposed. Comments are due May 7, 2026.

FERC Workshop on Transmission Formula Rate Processes - May 12, 2026

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announced a staff workshop on electric transmission formula rate processes scheduled for May 12, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The workshop will cover formula rate mechanics, implementation protocols, annual updates, audit programs, common compliance issues, and regulatory accounting. The event will be held in hybrid format at FERC headquarters in Washington, DC, or virtually, with no attendance fee.

Spring Valley II Solar Final Environmental Impact Statement

TVA has published a Final Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Spring Valley II Solar project. The 3-page notice evaluates potential environmental impacts of the solar energy facility and analyzes alternatives considered. This document completes the federal environmental review process, informing the agency's decision on project approval.

Regional Energy Resource Council Meeting Scheduled for April 2026

The Tennessee Valley Authority announces a Regional Energy Resource Council meeting scheduled for April 2026. The notice opens a 15-day public comment period ending April 23, 2026. The advisory council provides stakeholder input on energy resource planning for the Tennessee Valley region spanning multiple states.

New Postal Products - Public Comment Requested

The Postal Regulatory Commission published a notice on April 8, 2026, requesting public comments on new Postal Service product filings. The notice opens a 5-day comment period ending April 13, 2026, during which stakeholders may submit feedback on the proposed products via Regulations.gov or mail.

Long-Term Stock Exchange Rule 11.220 Amendment - Priority of Orders Conformity

The SEC received a filing from Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) to amend Exchange Rule 11.220 (Priority of Orders) to conform with recent amendments to Rules 600 and 603 of Regulation NMS. The proposed change, File No. SR-LTSE-2026-07, was published April 8, 2026, under Release No. 34-105150.

Nasdaq Proposes Extending Credit Tier for Non-Displayed Orders

The SEC published Nasdaq's proposed rule change to extend a credit tier for non-displayed orders under Exchange Act Rule 19b-4. The filing, designated SR-NASDAQ-2026-024, amends Nasdaq Equity 7, Section 118 to update transaction fees related to liquidity provision credits. The SEC's notice serves as the official publication record for this self-regulatory organization filing that became effective upon filing.

Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage Negotiated Service Agreement

The United States Postal Service filed a Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage negotiated service agreement with the Postal Regulatory Commission on April 8, 2026. The filing is a product change notice advising the public of the negotiated service agreement. This is a routine regulatory filing as required under postal service regulations.

Summer Flounder Fishery Quota Transfer From Virginia to Massachusetts

NOAA has transferred 39,633 lbs of the 2026 commercial summer flounder quota from Virginia to Massachusetts. The transfer is effective April 7, 2026, through December 31, 2026, and adjusts each state's annual quota allocations accordingly.

NCUA Proposes Associational Common Bond Rule Changes

The NCUA Board issued a proposed rule to modify the associational common bond requirements for credit union chartering and field of membership. The proposal would affect how credit unions define and expand their membership bases. The public comment period closes on June 8, 2026.