Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
independent agency of the United States federal government
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 113
What's happening
Active this week
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Trump appoints Laura Swett to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which then acts on his urging regarding the AI sector.Well supported23 reports2 developments inside
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Chris Wright urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to take action regarding AI demand.Well supported14 reports1 development inside
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A data center project involving DeepGreen Cook Inlet is seeking preliminary permits from the FERC while facing opposition from the Kenai Peninsula Borough.Some support1 report
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FERC is investigating low water levels and fish kills at Bannister Lake.Some support1 report
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Frank Mrvan asked FERC to investigate NIPSCO, while a derecho caused gusts at Chicago International Airport.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Iowa utilities, including Alliant Energy, submitted generation data to FERC and emissions data to EPA.Some support1 report
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FERC must adopt solutions for river management, and school bond pricing was compared to Walmart.Some support1 report
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Regulatory bodies PJM, PSC, and FERC are addressing reliability issues and project applications in the PJM region.Some support1 report1 development inside
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AI data centers are helping to create a resilient electric system.Some support1 report
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Legislation pushed by the House of Representatives aims to empower state regulators to protect consumers.Some support1 report
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Executive order imposes moratorium on large data centers due to strain on regional grid capacity.Some support2 reports
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John Fetterman supported a new law affecting FERC regarding the Sweetheart Lake project, which is crucial for Juneau's electricity supply.Some support1 report
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Federal audit found over-billing and improper tax write-offs involving Atlantic City Electric.Some support2 reports
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Constellation secures long-term PPAs with Microsoft and Bank of America, while FERC regulates grid approvals and Texas pauses data center requests.Some support1 report
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FERC oversees permitting process in Eastport, where Emily Carter recommended project downsizing.Some support1 report
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FERC oversees the decommissioning of the Cape Horn Dam and manages water flow into the Eel River.Some support1 report
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Jon Wellinghoff, a former chairman of the FERC body, was noted on August 1st.Well supported3 reports
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Iranian entities, including the IRGC, engaged in multiple actions on August 18th, including interacting with the UN, conducting operations, and targeting FERC data.Some support5 reports
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FERC regulated the Seminoe Pump Storage Project, a development project in Carbon County, Utah.Some support1 report
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Utility executives must report to FERC as co-sponsors of new utility accountability legislation.Some support1 report
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Permitting issues are concentrating in the region, leading to an order sought to rein in environmentally damaging projects.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Rane offered a report to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and Prospect obtained documents from Rane.Some support1 report
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An EPC contract was awarded on May 28, 2026, for the Sabine Pass expansion project, which involves Cheniere Energy Partners and requires applications to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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FERC members warn about the unprecedented scale of power loads demanded by big tech data centers across various states.Some support1 report
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Sierra Club has engaged in defending FERC's Order 2023, which was issued to address grid issues.Some support1 report
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NextDecade filed a formal application for Train 6 with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.Some support1 report
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FERC data is being used to assess coal plant costs.Some support1 report
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A conference took place regarding the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, presided over by Laura Swett, which also included David Rosner as a commissioner.Some support1 report
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NRC and FERC are revising NEPA procedures, with the NRC rewriting regulations and the AEC setting a precedent on radiological hazards.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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An Executive Order has required shared sunset provisions between the NRC and FERC.Some support2 reports
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A pipeline runs along the Columbia River, and Brown argues against the proposed rules put forth by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.Some support1 report
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University research provides data on permitting timelines involving the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.Some support1 report
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President gains power to fire commissioners at will following Supreme Court ruling, expanding executive control over independent agencies like FERC.Some support3 reports
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is regulating hydropower dams in Michigan.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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FERC regulates the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex, with DNR managing operations and Governor Whitmer praising the emergency response efforts.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Legislators from multiple states, including Iowa and Kansas, signed a complaint regarding FERC rulings and utility rules.Some support7 reports
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FERC sets rules for transmission lines, drawing commentary from the Cato Institute and linking to failed promises made by Donald Trump.Some support1 report
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FERC regulates electricity and gas transmission, while FirstEnergy files a constraint, involving major hyperscalers like Microsoft and Amazon.Some support1 report
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Supreme Court ruling found dismissals constitutional and expanded presidential firing power, involving the Federal Trade Commission and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.Some support1 report
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AGC supports streamlining the permitting process as Lee Zeldin takes over as EPA Administrator, aligning NEPA procedures with FERC protocols.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A FERC order is currently subject to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).Some support1 report
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State officials in Connecticut cited law to prompt a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).Some support1 report
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FERC ordered grid operators, including Southwest Power Pool, ISO New England, and PJM Interconnection, to revise operational rules.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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A commission led by Laura Swett is acting on urging from Energy Secretary Chris Wright, who is appointed by President Trump.Some support2 reports
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Grid modernization advocates like Guthrie are pushing for legislative changes informed by Trump's pledges, requiring action from FERC and involving bills championed by Landsman and scrutinized by Latta.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Craig Glazer focused on policy issues involving the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Congress.Some support1 report
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Robert Cote expressed concerns regarding the process of pipeline expansion.Some support1 report
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FERC questions if the electricity system supports large users in Texas.Some support1 report
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Chris Wright urged FERC to act to improve US competitiveness, while regulators ordered grid operators to assist large energy users.Some support1 report
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JD Vance reports on oil transit levels in the Strait of Hormuz while the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issues rules for data center connections.Some support1 report
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Chris Wright urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to act on energy policy to help the United States better compete with China in AI.Some support1 report
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FERC has ordered various RTOs and ISOs to reassess their rules regarding large-load facilities, linking to the broader AI competition theme.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Regulators ordered grid operators to help large energy users connect to the grid.Some support1 report
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FERC regulates the US energy transmission system, while Chris Wright urges the commission to act on transmission issues.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Central plans to file a report with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).Some support1 report
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News at the entities that move Federal Energy Regulatory Commission most-
Congress StructuralMandated National Bridge Inspection Standards were established in 1968.Moves Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
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Chris Wright OperationalChris Wright and others shared insights on the WEA's history and leadership during anniversary events.Moves Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
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supreme court StructuralGyanesh Kumar's orders related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) procedure in West Bengal were challenged in the Supreme Court.Moves Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
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Donald Trump StructuralThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
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Central StructuralCauseway Bay and Central are identified as major visitor districts.Moves Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
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Chris Wright OperationalChris Wright used Fox News to highlight energy policy, while Gavin Newsom simultaneously forced the closure of two refineries.Moves Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Connections
The 40 strongest of 113, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Laura Swett Structural
Laura Swett holds the formal position of Chairman within the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Jon Wellinghoff Structural
Jon Wellinghoff served as the former chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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PJM Interconnection Structural
PJM Interconnection operates under the formal regulatory oversight and binding orders issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Chris Wright Operational
Chris Wright advocates for specific policy changes regarding AI demand and energy sector competition, which FERC subsequently considers and acts upon.
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Southwest Power Pool Structural
FERC formally regulates Southwest Power Pool by mandating rule revisions, tariff changes, and overseeing transmission projects.
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Anderson Dam Structural
FERC formally regulates the Anderson Dam, approving its reconstruction plan.
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ISO New England Structural
FERC formally regulates ISO New England by issuing binding orders regarding operational rules and tariffs.
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Eastport Structural
FERC provides formal regulatory oversight and reviews permitting applications for industrial development in the Eastport area.
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Iowa Structural
Iowa's economic actors are regulated by FERC, and Iowa's lawmakers actively influence FERC's decisions.
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Central Structural
Central is required to file reports to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission as part of its operational compliance.
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Congress Structural
FERC operates as a body whose authority and function are derived from the mandates established by Congress.
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FERC established a mandatory regulatory hierarchy by ordering NERC to adhere to reliability standards.
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Chris Wright Operational
Chris Wright consistently advocates for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to take specific actions regarding AI demand, competitiveness, and transmission issues.
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Oracle Structural
Oracle operates in a sector whose transmission and energy flows are subject to the oversight and rules established by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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supreme court Structural
The Supreme Court exercises ultimate judicial review authority over the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Donald Trump Structural
Trump actively seeks to restrict and influence the operational authority of the FERC through executive power.
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Eel River Structural
FERC formally oversees and regulates the future and management of the Eel River watershed.
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FirstEnergy Structural
FERC formally regulates FirstEnergy's utility subsidiaries, requiring compliance and review of incentives.
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Carbon County Structural
FERC exercises formal regulatory authority over projects impacting Carbon County.
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Constellation Energy Structural
Constellation Energy operates under the formal oversight and regulatory approval of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Evergy Structural
Evergy is seeking regulatory exemption for powerlines from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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project Structural
The project is structurally regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, which approves settlements affecting its analysis.
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Google Structural
FERC regulates Google's energy usage and data center connections under its mandate over electricity and gas transmission.
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John Roberts Shared context
The judicial branch, represented by the Supreme Court, holds the ultimate authority to review and constrain the operational actions of the regulatory body.
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Microsoft Structural
FERC holds regulatory authority over energy infrastructure relevant to Microsoft's operations.
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Versant Structural
Versant is subject to formal regulation by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, which has ruled on its earnings.
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Exelon Structural
Exelon is subject to oversight and review by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding its utility subsidiary incentives.
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Ameren Structural
Ameren requires regulatory exemptions and approvals from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for its powerline infrastructure.
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Michigan Structural
FERC exercises federal oversight and regulatory authority over energy infrastructure within the state of Michigan.
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Maryland Transactional
Maryland requested that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission review and implement changes to utility subsidiary return structures.
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Environmental Protection Agency Operational
The operational procedures of FERC must align with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) as implemented by the EPA.
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Flathead River Structural
FERC holds regulatory authority over river management, including the Flathead River.
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Richard Blumenthal Structural
A high-profile official interacts with the commission regarding the regulatory oversight of the energy sector.
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Brown Operational
Brown actively engages in discourse regarding specific rules and proposals put forth by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Vistra Structural
FERC formally regulates Vistra's corporate activities, including the approval of acquisitions.
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Greg Landsman Structural
Landsman's legislative bill requires regulatory action from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Missouri Operational
Missouri lawmakers actively engages with FERC regarding specific regulatory requests and denials.
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Ned Lamont Operational
Ned Lamont's administration is actively seeking to intervene in the review processes overseen by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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Amazon Structural
FERC holds regulatory authority over the electricity and gas transmission sector in which Amazon operates.
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Frank J. Mrvan Operational
Mrvan initiated contact with FERC regarding power outages, requiring the body's functional review.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
10 events- A data center project involving DeepGreen Cook Inlet is seeking preliminary permits from the FERC while facing opposition from the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
- FERC is investigating low water levels and fish kills at Bannister Lake.
- Frank Mrvan asked FERC to investigate NIPSCO, while a derecho caused gusts at Chicago International Airport.
- Iowa utilities, including Alliant Energy, submitted generation data to FERC and emissions data to EPA.
- FERC must adopt solutions for river management, and school bond pricing was compared to Walmart.
- Regulatory bodies PJM, PSC, and FERC are addressing reliability issues and project applications in the PJM region.
- AI data centers are helping to create a resilient electric system.
- Legislation pushed by the House of Representatives aims to empower state regulators to protect consumers.
- John Fetterman supported a new law affecting FERC regarding the Sweetheart Lake project, which is crucial for Juneau's electricity supply.
- Federal audit found over-billing and improper tax write-offs involving Atlantic City Electric.
August 2026
10 events- Constellation secures long-term PPAs with Microsoft and Bank of America, while FERC regulates grid approvals and Texas pauses data center requests.
- FERC oversees permitting process in Eastport, where Emily Carter recommended project downsizing.
- FERC oversees the decommissioning of the Cape Horn Dam and manages water flow into the Eel River.
- Jon Wellinghoff, a former chairman of the FERC body, was noted on August 1st.
- Iranian entities, including the IRGC, engaged in multiple actions on August 18th, including interacting with the UN, conducting operations, and targeting FERC data.
- FERC regulated the Seminoe Pump Storage Project, a development project in Carbon County, Utah.
- Utility executives must report to FERC as co-sponsors of new utility accountability legislation.
- Rane offered a report to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and Prospect obtained documents from Rane.
- FERC members warn about the unprecedented scale of power loads demanded by big tech data centers across various states.
- Sierra Club has engaged in defending FERC's Order 2023, which was issued to address grid issues.
July 2026
16 events- Executive order imposes moratorium on large data centers due to strain on regional grid capacity.
- NextDecade filed a formal application for Train 6 with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- FERC data is being used to assess coal plant costs.
- A conference took place regarding the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, presided over by Laura Swett, which also included David Rosner as a commissioner.
- NRC and FERC are revising NEPA procedures, with the NRC rewriting regulations and the AEC setting a precedent on radiological hazards.
- An Executive Order has required shared sunset provisions between the NRC and FERC.
- A pipeline runs along the Columbia River, and Brown argues against the proposed rules put forth by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- University research provides data on permitting timelines involving the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- President gains power to fire commissioners at will following Supreme Court ruling, expanding executive control over independent agencies like FERC.
- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is regulating hydropower dams in Michigan.
- Legislators from multiple states, including Iowa and Kansas, signed a complaint regarding FERC rulings and utility rules.
- FERC sets rules for transmission lines, drawing commentary from the Cato Institute and linking to failed promises made by Donald Trump.
- FERC regulates electricity and gas transmission, while FirstEnergy files a constraint, involving major hyperscalers like Microsoft and Amazon.
- Supreme Court ruling found dismissals constitutional and expanded presidential firing power, involving the Federal Trade Commission and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- A FERC order is currently subject to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
- State officials in Connecticut cited law to prompt a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
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June 2026
19 events- Trump appoints Laura Swett to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which then acts on his urging regarding the AI sector.
- Chris Wright urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to take action regarding AI demand.
- Permitting issues are concentrating in the region, leading to an order sought to rein in environmentally damaging projects.
- An EPC contract was awarded on May 28, 2026, for the Sabine Pass expansion project, which involves Cheniere Energy Partners and requires applications to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- FERC regulates the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex, with DNR managing operations and Governor Whitmer praising the emergency response efforts.
- AGC supports streamlining the permitting process as Lee Zeldin takes over as EPA Administrator, aligning NEPA procedures with FERC protocols.
- FERC ordered grid operators, including Southwest Power Pool, ISO New England, and PJM Interconnection, to revise operational rules.
- A commission led by Laura Swett is acting on urging from Energy Secretary Chris Wright, who is appointed by President Trump.
- Grid modernization advocates like Guthrie are pushing for legislative changes informed by Trump's pledges, requiring action from FERC and involving bills championed by Landsman and scrutinized by Latta.
- Craig Glazer focused on policy issues involving the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Congress.
- Robert Cote expressed concerns regarding the process of pipeline expansion.
- FERC questions if the electricity system supports large users in Texas.
- Chris Wright urged FERC to act to improve US competitiveness, while regulators ordered grid operators to assist large energy users.
- JD Vance reports on oil transit levels in the Strait of Hormuz while the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issues rules for data center connections.
- Chris Wright urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to act on energy policy to help the United States better compete with China in AI.
- FERC has ordered various RTOs and ISOs to reassess their rules regarding large-load facilities, linking to the broader AI competition theme.
- Regulators ordered grid operators to help large energy users connect to the grid.
- FERC regulates the US energy transmission system, while Chris Wright urges the commission to act on transmission issues.
- Central plans to file a report with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).