Line 31 Expansion Project Environmental Assessment Schedule

FERC issued a notice establishing the schedule for preparing an Environmental Assessment for Texas Eastern Transmission's Line 31 Expansion Project under Docket CP26-75. The notice sets procedural milestones for the environmental review required before any certificate decision. This affects the project applicant and intervenors in the certificate proceeding.

PG&E Notice of Intent to Prepare Environmental Assessment under P-803

FERC issued a Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Assessment for Pacific Gas and Electric Company's hydroelectric project P-803. The notice initiates the environmental review process required under FERC's hydroelectric licensing procedures. No new compliance requirements or deadlines are established by this procedural notice.

Weston Dam Hydroelectric Project P-7883 - Notice of Application Accepted for Filing

FERC issued a formal notice that Powerhouse Systems, LLC's Weston Dam hydroelectric project application (P-7883) has been accepted for filing. The Commission is soliciting motions to intervene, protests, and comments from the public, and the application is now ready for environmental analysis.

Combined Filings Notice - Multiple EG26, EC26, and ER26 Dockets

FERC issued a Combined Notice of Filings listing 27 separate filings received on April 6, 2026. The notice covers multiple EG26 (electric generation certification), EC26 (electric corporate), and ER26 (electric rate) dockets. No new requirements, obligations, or deadlines are established by this administrative notice.

Yasmine Ware, Madison, commended as 2025 Truman Scholar

Yasmine Ware, Madison, commended as 2025 Truman Scholar

Recognize City of Greenville as National Public Safety Model

The Mississippi State Senate adopted SC546, a Concurrent Resolution recognizing the City of Greenville as a national model for innovative, coordinated public safety strategies. The resolution commends Mayor Errick D. Simmons for data-driven reductions in violent crime and acknowledges national recognition for the city's results. The Senate voted 52-0 to adopt the resolution.

Mississippi Missing Persons Reporting and Identification Act

Mississippi enacted HB377, the Missing Persons Reporting and Identification Act, requiring law enforcement agencies to enter missing persons reports into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) without delay and without requiring next of kin presence. The Act mandates DNA testing on unidentified human remains using forensic genetic genealogy, prohibits destruction of remains (classified as a felony), and requires law enforcement training on missing persons investigations.

Mississippi Keeping Kids Safe Online Act

Mississippi Governor signed HB1224, the Mississippi Keeping Kids Safe Online Act, establishing new requirements for interactive computer service providers regarding services offered to minors. The Act also mandates the Mississippi Department of Education to create an internet safety curriculum and publish safety resources. The bill passed with strong legislative support (House 102-1, Senate 51-0 final votes).

Mississippi Local Improvements Funding Revisions

The Mississippi State Legislature enacted HB1653 on April 6, 2026, amending multiple sections of Mississippi Code and session laws to revise the purposes of projects funded through the Local Improvements Projects Fund and IHL Capital Improvements Fund. The bill passed unanimously in both chambers with no dissenting votes.

Mississippi SB2114 - Criminalizes Illegal Entry and Immigration Enforcement

Mississippi Governor signed SB2114 into law, creating felony offenses for illegal entry and requiring state and local law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. The bill mandates the Department of Public Safety execute a Memorandum of Agreement with ICE to participate in the 287(g) immigration program and authorizes courts to order deportation of convicted illegal aliens.