Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-516G); Comment Request; Extension, 83678-83679 [2024-23944]

Download as PDF 83678 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 201 / Thursday, October 17, 2024 / Notices dispute to the Commission, and a third person selected by the other two panelists from a pre-established list of persons with expertise in the disputed resource area.2 The third panel member (TPM) will serve without compensation, except for certain allowable travel expenses to be borne by the Commission (41 CFR part 301). The role of the panel members is to make a finding, with respect to each disputed study request, on the extent to which each study criteria set forth in the regulations is or is not met,3 and why. The panel will then make a recommendation to the Director of the Office of Energy Projects based on the panel’s findings. TPMs can only be selected from a list of qualified persons (TPM list) that is developed and maintained by the Commission. This notice seeks additional members for the TPM list, which was originally compiled in 2004, 2010, and 2015. Current members of the TPM list do not need to reapply but are encouraged to update their qualifications and contact information, if not current. Each qualified panel member will be listed by area(s) and sub-area(s) of technical expertise, for example Aquatic Resources—instream flows. The TPM list and qualifications will be available to the public on the Commission’s website. All individuals submitting their applications to the Commission for consideration must meet the Commission’s qualifications. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Application Contents The applicant should describe in detail his/her qualifications in items 1– 4 listed below. 1. Technical expertise, including education and experience in each resource area and sub-area for which the applicant wishes to be considered: • Aquatic Resources Æ water quality Æ instream flows Æ fish passage Æ macroinvertebrates Æ threatened and endangered species • Terrestrial Resources Æ wildlife biology Æ botany Æ wetlands ecology Æ threatened and endangered species • Cultural Resources • Recreational Resources Æ recreational flows • Land use and Aesthetics Æ shoreline management • Geology & Soils Æ geomorphology 2 These persons must not be otherwise involved with the proceeding. 3 See 5.9 of the final rule. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:31 Oct 16, 2024 Jkt 265001 Æ erosion • Socio-economics • Engineering Æ civil engineering Æ hydraulic engineering Æ environmental engineering 2. Knowledge of the effects of construction and operation of hydroelectric projects. 3. Working knowledge of laws relevant to the expertise, such as: the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the Endangered Species Act, the Clean Water Act, the Coastal Zone Management Act, the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, the Federal Power Act, or other applicable laws. 4. Ability to promote constructive communication about a disputed study. How To Submit Applications Applicants must submit their applications along with the names and contact information of three references. Applications will be evaluated as they are received, and each applicant will be individually notified of the Commission’s decision. Dates: Applications are requested by December 31, 2024. However, the application period will remain open indefinitely to maintain a current listing of potential applicants. Addresses: Applications must be filed electronically. See the instructions on the Commission’s website (https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp). Applications should reference ‘‘Docket No. AD19–4–000, NOTICE REQUESTING APPLICATIONS FOR PANEL MEMBER LIST FOR HYDROPOWER LICENSING STUDY DISPUTE RESOLUTION’’. Other Information: Complete individual contact information must be provided. However, contact information for the TPM applicant and their references may be filed as ‘‘privileged’’. See the instructions on the Commission’s website at https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. For Further Information Contact: Ryan Hansen, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Office of Energy Projects, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426, (202) 502–8074, ryan.hansen@ferc.gov. Dated: October 10, 2024. Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2024–23949 Filed 10–16–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. IC24–27–000] Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC–516G); Comment Request; Extension Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, DOE. ACTION: Notice of information collection and request for comments. AGENCY: In compliance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or FERC) is soliciting public comment on the currently approved information collection FERC– 516G, Electric Rates Schedules and Tariff Filings. There are no changes to the information collection. The Commission published a 60-day notice on August 9, 2024 and did not receive any comments. DATES: Comments on the collection of information are due November 18, 2024. ADDRESSES: Send written comments on FERC–516G to OMB through www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Attention: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Desk Officer. Please identify the OMB Control Number (1902–0295) in the subject line of your comments. Comments should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ PRAMain. Please submit copies of your comments to the Commission. You may submit copies of your comments (identified by Docket No. IC24–27–000) by one of the following methods: Electronic filing through https:// www.ferc.gov, is preferred. • Electronic Filing: Documents must be filed in acceptable native applications and print-to-PDF, but not in scanned or picture format. • For those unable to file electronically, comments may be filed by USPS mail or by other delivery methods: Æ Mail via U.S. Postal Service Only: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Secretary of the Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426. Æ All other delivery methods: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Secretary of the Commission, 12225 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, MD 20852. Instructions: OMB submissions must be formatted and filed in accordance with submission guidelines at www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\17OCN1.SGM 17OCN1 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 201 / Thursday, October 17, 2024 / Notices Using the search function under the ‘‘Currently Under Review’’ field, select Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; click ‘‘submit,’’ and select ‘‘comment’’ to the right of the subject collection. FERC submissions must be formatted and filed in accordance with submission guidelines at: https://www.ferc.gov/ferconline/overview. For user assistance, contact FERC Online Support by email at ferconlinesupport@ferc.gov, or by phone at: (866) 208–3676 (toll-free). Docket: Users interested in receiving automatic notification of activity in this docket or in viewing/downloading comments and issuances in this docket may do so at https://www.ferc.gov/ferconline/overview. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kayla Williams may be reached by email at DataClearance@FERC.gov, telephone at (202) 502–6468. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: FERC–516G, Electric Rates Schedules and Tariff Filings. OMB Control No.: 1902–0295. Type of Request: Three-year renewal of FERC–516G. Abstract: In accordance with section 206 of the Federal Power Act (FPA) 1 and 18 CFR 35.28(g)(10), each Independent System Operator (ISO) and Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) must report: 83679 (1) On a monthly basis, total uplift payments for each transmission zone, broken out by day and uplift category; (2) On a monthly basis, total uplift payments for each resource; and (3) On a monthly basis, each operatorinitiated commitment, the size of the commitment, transmission zone, commitment reason, and commitment start time. The Commission has determined that these information collection activities provide for transparency that is necessary for just and reasonable rates. Type of Respondents: ISOs and RTOs. Estimate of Annual Burden: 2 The estimated burden and cost 3 are as follows: FERC–516G ANNUAL BURDEN ESTIMATES IN DOCKET NO. IC24–27–000 A. Type of response B. Number of respondents C. Annual number of responses per respondent D. Total number of responses (column B × column C) E. Average burden hours & cost per response F. Total annual burden hours & cost (column D × column E) G. Cost per respondent (column F ÷ column B) 6 12 72 3 hrs.; $300 ................. 216 hrs.; $21,600 ........ $3,600 Preparing and posting of 3 reports on company website each month. Comments: Comments are invited on: (1) whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden and cost of the collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information collection; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Dated: October 10, 2024. Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2024–23944 Filed 10–16–24; 8:45 am] ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 BILLING CODE 6717–01–P 1 16 U.S.C. 824e. is defined as the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a federal agency. For further 2 Burden VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:31 Oct 16, 2024 Jkt 265001 DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Combined Notice of Filings Take notice that the Commission has received the following Natural Gas Pipeline Rate and Refund Report filings: Filings Instituting Proceedings Docket Numbers: RP25–55–000. Applicants: Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC. Description: 4(d) Rate Filing: Cash Out OUB Surcharge Annual Update Filing to be effective 11/1/2024. Filed Date: 10/9/24. Accession Number: 20241009–5187. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 10/21/24. Docket Numbers: RP25–56–000. Applicants: Equitrans, L.P. Description: 4(d) Rate Filing: Standards of Conduct Update—2024 to be effective 11/10/2024. Filed Date: 10/10/24. Accession Number: 20241010–5000. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 10/22/24. Docket Numbers: RP25–57–000. Applicants: Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC. explanation of what is included in the information collection burden, refer to 5 CFR 1320.3. 3 The Commission staff estimates that the average respondent for this collection is similarly situated to the Commission, in terms of salary plus benefits. PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Description: 4(d) Rate Filing: Negotiated Rates—Yankee Gas to NRG Business eff 10–10–24 to be effective 10/ 10/2024. Filed Date: 10/10/24. Accession Number: 20241010–5026. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 10/22/24. Docket Numbers: RP25–58–000. Applicants: Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC. Description: 4(d) Rate Filing: Initial Rate Filing—Southside Reliability Enhancement to be effective 11/1/2024. Filed Date: 10/10/24. Accession Number: 20241010–5046. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 10/22/24. Any person desiring to intervene, to protest, or to answer a complaint in any of the above proceedings must file in accordance with Rules 211, 214, or 206 of the Commission’s Regulations (18 CFR 385.211, 385.214, or 385.206) on or before 5 p.m. Eastern time on the specified comment date. Protests may be considered, but intervention is necessary to become a party to the proceeding. Filings in Existing Proceedings Docket Numbers: RP24–1035–002. Applicants: Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC. Based on FERC’s 2024 annual average of $207,786 (for salary plus benefits), the average hourly cost is $100/hour. E:\FR\FM\17OCN1.SGM 17OCN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 201 (Thursday, October 17, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 83678-83679]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-23944]


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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. IC24-27-000]


Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-516G); Comment 
Request; Extension

AGENCY: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, DOE.

ACTION: Notice of information collection and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction 
Act of 1995, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or 
FERC) is soliciting public comment on the currently approved 
information collection FERC-516G, Electric Rates Schedules and Tariff 
Filings. There are no changes to the information collection. The 
Commission published a 60-day notice on August 9, 2024 and did not 
receive any comments.

DATES: Comments on the collection of information are due November 18, 
2024.

ADDRESSES: Send written comments on FERC-516G to OMB through 
www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Attention: Federal Energy Regulatory 
Commission Desk Officer. Please identify the OMB Control Number (1902-
0295) in the subject line of your comments. Comments should be sent 
within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.
    Please submit copies of your comments to the Commission. You may 
submit copies of your comments (identified by Docket No. IC24-27-000) 
by one of the following methods:
    Electronic filing through https://www.ferc.gov, is preferred.
     Electronic Filing: Documents must be filed in acceptable 
native applications and print-to-PDF, but not in scanned or picture 
format.
     For those unable to file electronically, comments may be 
filed by USPS mail or by other delivery methods:
    [cir] Mail via U.S. Postal Service Only: Federal Energy Regulatory 
Commission, Secretary of the Commission, 888 First Street NE, 
Washington, DC 20426.
    [cir] All other delivery methods: Federal Energy Regulatory 
Commission, Secretary of the Commission, 12225 Wilkins Avenue, 
Rockville, MD 20852.
    Instructions: OMB submissions must be formatted and filed in 
accordance with submission guidelines at www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.

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Using the search function under the ``Currently Under Review'' field, 
select Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; click ``submit,'' and 
select ``comment'' to the right of the subject collection.
    FERC submissions must be formatted and filed in accordance with 
submission guidelines at: https://www.ferc.gov/ferc-online/overview. 
For user assistance, contact FERC Online Support by email at 
[email protected], or by phone at: (866) 208-3676 (toll-free).
    Docket: Users interested in receiving automatic notification of 
activity in this docket or in viewing/downloading comments and 
issuances in this docket may do so at https://www.ferc.gov/ferc-online/overview.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kayla Williams may be reached by email 
at [email protected], telephone at (202) 502-6468.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
    Title: FERC-516G, Electric Rates Schedules and Tariff Filings.
    OMB Control No.: 1902-0295.
    Type of Request: Three-year renewal of FERC-516G.
    Abstract: In accordance with section 206 of the Federal Power Act 
(FPA) \1\ and 18 CFR 35.28(g)(10), each Independent System Operator 
(ISO) and Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) must report:
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    \1\ 16 U.S.C. 824e.
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    (1) On a monthly basis, total uplift payments for each transmission 
zone, broken out by day and uplift category;
    (2) On a monthly basis, total uplift payments for each resource; 
and
    (3) On a monthly basis, each operator-initiated commitment, the 
size of the commitment, transmission zone, commitment reason, and 
commitment start time.
    The Commission has determined that these information collection 
activities provide for transparency that is necessary for just and 
reasonable rates.
    Type of Respondents: ISOs and RTOs.
    Estimate of Annual Burden: \2\ The estimated burden and cost \3\ 
are as follows:
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    \2\ Burden is defined as the total time, effort, or financial 
resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or 
disclose or provide information to or for a federal agency. For 
further explanation of what is included in the information 
collection burden, refer to 5 CFR 1320.3.
    \3\ The Commission staff estimates that the average respondent 
for this collection is similarly situated to the Commission, in 
terms of salary plus benefits. Based on FERC's 2024 annual average 
of $207,786 (for salary plus benefits), the average hourly cost is 
$100/hour.

                                               FERC-516G Annual Burden Estimates in Docket No. IC24-27-000
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                                                          C. Annual     D. Total number                                                    G. Cost per
                                        B. Number of      number of       of responses      E. Average burden    F. Total annual burden     respondent
         A. Type of response            respondents     responses per     (column B x       hours & cost per     hours & cost (column D    (column F /
                                                          respondent       column C)            response               x column E)          column B)
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Preparing and posting of 3 reports                 6               12               72   3 hrs.; $300..........  216 hrs.; $21,600.....          $3,600
 on company website each month.
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    Comments: Comments are invited on: (1) whether the collection of 
information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of 
the Commission, including whether the information will have practical 
utility; (2) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden and 
cost of the collection of information, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used; (3) ways to enhance the quality, 
utility and clarity of the information collection; and (4) ways to 
minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are 
to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology.

    Dated: October 10, 2024.
Debbie-Anne A. Reese,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2024-23944 Filed 10-16-24; 8:45 am]
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