Burns Media Intelligence for Professionals
Section II · Policy

FERC Proposes New Rules for Pipeline Data Collection

FERC is extending comment periods on critical information collection activities affecting energy companies. The agency's actions could reshape compliance requirements for several industry players.

Top Stories

The morning’s intelligence.

FERC Extends Comment Period for Mandatory Reliability Standards

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is soliciting public comment on information collection FERC-725B, which pertains to Mandatory Reliability Standards for Critical Infrastructure Protection. The extension aims to refine data collection practices, impacting energy sector compliance frameworks significantly.

Why it matters. Energy companies must prepare for potential changes in compliance requirements as FERC refines its data collection processes.

Our readFERC's proactive approach signals increased scrutiny on pipeline data; expect heightened compliance demands.

Source · Federal Register

NOAA Allocates 2026 Northeast Multispecies Annual Catch Entitlements

The Commerce Department's NOAA has finalized the allocation of Northeast multispecies annual catch entitlements (ACE) for fishing year 2026, based on annual catch limits set in Framework Adjustment 69. This decision impacts groundfish sectors and permit banks significantly.

Why it matters. Fishermen and stakeholders must adjust operations based on these allocations to ensure compliance with new catch limits.

Our readWith these allocations, expect shifts in fishing strategies among Northeast groundfish sectors as they adapt to new limits.

Source · Federal Register

Quick Hits

Also on the desk.

Watch for FERC's final decisions on data collection rules impacting the energy sector by Q3 2026.

← Back to the AI Governance Daily archive