[Federal Register Volume 86, Number 195 (Wednesday, October 13, 2021)]
[Notices]
[Pages 56977-56978]
[FR Doc No: 2021-22163]

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Federal Emergency Management Agency

[Docket ID FEMA-2021-0002; Internal Agency Docket No. FEMA-B-2169]

Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations

AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency, DHS.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard
determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any
Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area
(SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the
Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the
supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities
listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek
general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and
where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and
FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the
community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in
effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

DATES: Comments are to be submitted on or before January 11, 2022.

ADDRESSES: The Preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report
for each community are available for inspection at both the online
location https://hazards.fema.gov/femaportal/prelimdownload and the
respective Community Map Repository address listed in the tables below.
Additionally, the current effective FIRM and FIS report for each
community are accessible online through the FEMA Map Service Center at
https://msc.fema.gov for comparison.
    You may submit comments, identified by Docket No. FEMA-B-2169, to
Rick Sacbibit, Chief, Engineering Services Branch, Federal Insurance
and Mitigation Administration, FEMA, 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC
20472,<PHONE_NUMBER>, or (email) [email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Rick Sacbibit, Chief, Engineering
Services Branch, Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration, FEMA,
400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 20472,<PHONE_NUMBER>, or (email)
[email protected]; or visit the FEMA Mapping and Insurance
eXchange (FMIX) online at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/fmx_main.html.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: FEMA proposes to make flood hazard
determinations for each community listed below, in accordance with
section 110 of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, 42 U.S.C.
4104, and 44 CFR 67.4(a).
    These proposed flood hazard determinations, together with the
floodplain management criteria required by 44 CFR 60.3, are the minimum
that are required. They should not be construed to mean that the
community must change any existing ordinances that are more stringent
in their floodplain management requirements. The community may at any
time enact stricter requirements of its own or pursuant to policies
established by other Federal, State, or regional entities. These flood
hazard determinations are used to meet the floodplain management
requirements of the NFIP.
    The communities affected by the flood hazard determinations are
provided in the tables below. Any request for reconsideration of the
revised flood hazard information shown on the Preliminary FIRM and FIS
report that satisfies the data requirements outlined in 44 CFR 67.6(b)
is considered an appeal. Comments unrelated to the flood hazard
determinations also will be considered before the FIRM and FIS report
become effective.
    Use of a Scientific Resolution Panel (SRP) is available to
communities in support of the appeal resolution process. SRPs are
independent panels of experts in hydrology, hydraulics, and other
pertinent sciences established to review conflicting scientific and
technical data and provide recommendations for resolution. Use of the
SRP only may be exercised after FEMA and local communities have been
engaged in a collaborative consultation process for at least 60 days
without a mutually acceptable resolution of an appeal. Additional
information regarding the SRP process can be found online at https://www.floodsrp.org/pdfs/srp_overview.pdf.
    The watersheds and/or communities affected are listed in the tables
below. The Preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, FIS report for each
community are available for inspection at both the online location
https://hazards.fema.gov/femaportal/prelimdownload and the respective
Community Map Repository address listed in the tables. For communities
with multiple ongoing Preliminary studies, the studies can be
identified by the unique project number and Preliminary FIRM date
listed in the tables. Additionally, the current effective FIRM and FIS
report for each community are accessible online through the FEMA Map
Service Center at https://msc.fema.gov for comparison.

(Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance No. 97.022, ``Flood
Insurance.'')

Michael M. Grimm,
Assistant Administrator for Risk Management, Department of Homeland
Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency.

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                                             Community map repository
               Community                             address
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             Hancock County, Georgia and Incorporated Areas
         Project: 18-04-0003S Preliminary Date: August 28, 2020
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Unincorporated Areas of Hancock County.  Hancock County Planning and
                                          Zoning, 40 Courthouse Square,
                                          Sparta, GA 31087.
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              Morgan County, Georgia and Incorporated Areas
         Project: 18-04-0003S Preliminary Date: August 28, 2020
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City of Bostwick.......................  City Hall, 5941 Bostwick Road,
                                          Bostwick, GA 30623.
City of Madison........................  Planning Department, 162 North
                                          Main Street, Madison, GA
                                          30650.
City of Rutledge.......................  City Hall, 105 Newborn Road,
                                          Rutledge, GA 30663.
Town of Buckhead.......................  Town Hall, 4741 Buckhead Road,
                                          Buckhead, GA 30625.
Unincorporated Areas of Morgan County..  Morgan County Planning and
                                          Development, 150 East
                                          Washington Street, Madison, GA
                                          30650.
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              Putnam County, Georgia and Incorporated Areas
         Project: 18-04-0003S Preliminary Date: August 28, 2020
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City of Eatonton.......................  City Hall, 201 North Jefferson
                                          Avenue, Eatonton, GA 31024.
Unincorporated Areas of Putnam County..  Putnam County Administration,
                                          117 Putnam Drive, Suite B,
                                          Eatonton, GA 31024.
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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 14, 2015)]
[Notices]
[Pages 20062-20064]
[FR Doc No: 2015-08491]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Petition for Exemption From the Vehicle Theft Prevention
Standard; Mercedes-Benz Usa, LLC

AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Grant of petition for exemption.

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SUMMARY: This document grants in full the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC's
(MBUSA) petition for an exemption of the smart Line Chassis vehicle
line in accordance with 49 CFR part 543, Exemption from Vehicle Theft
Prevention Standard. This petition is granted because the agency has
determined that the antitheft device to be placed on the line as
standard equipment is likely to be as effective in reducing and
deterring motor vehicle theft as compliance with the parts-marking
requirements of 49 CFR part 541, Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention
Standard (Theft Prevention Standard).

DATES: The exemption granted by this notice is effective beginning with
the 2016 model year (MY).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Deborah Mazyck, Office of
International Policy, Fuel Economy, and Consumer Programs, NHTSA, W43-
443, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Ms. Mazyck's
phone number is<PHONE_NUMBER>. Her fax number is<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In a petition dated December 17, 2014, MBUSA
requested an exemption from the parts-marking requirements of the Theft
Prevention Standard for the Mercedes-Benz smart Line Chassis vehicle
line beginning with MY 2016. The petition requested an exemption from
parts-marking pursuant to 49 CFR part 543, Exemption from Vehicle Theft
Prevention Standard, based on the installation of an antitheft device
as standard equipment for the entire vehicle line.
    Under 49 CFR 543.5(a), a manufacturer may petition NHTSA to grant
an exemption for one vehicle line per model year. In its petition,
MBUSA provided a detailed description and diagram of the identity,
design, and location of the components of the antitheft device for the
smart Line Chassis vehicle line which includes the smart fortwo
vehicle. MBUSA stated that its MY 2016 smart Line Chassis vehicle line
will be equipped with its passive, transponder-based ignition
immobilizer (FBS III/FBS IV) antitheft device and an access code-
protected locking system as standard equipment. Key components of the
immobilizer antitheft device will include the immobilizer, transmitter
key, electronic ignition starter switch control unit (EIS), the body
control module (ECM), and the engine control module (ECU). MBUSA stated
that its immobilizer device is an interlinked system of control units
which collectively perform the immobilizer function. The interlinked
system includes the engine, EIS, transmitter key, ECU and ECM
(including the fuel injection system) which independently calculates
and matches a unique code. MBUSA stated that it is impossible to read
the code from the vehicle in order to defeat the system. If a relevant
query from the vehicle to the transmitter key is valid, operation of
the vehicle will be authorized. MBUSA further stated that it will offer
an audible and visible alarm

system as optional equipment on the line to detect unauthorized vehicle
entry. MBUSA's submission is considered a complete petition as required
by 49 CFR 543.7, in that it meets the general requirements contained in
Sec.  543.5 and the specific content requirements of Sec.  543.6.
    MBUSA stated that the antitheft device is deactivated when the
transmitter key has been inserted in the EIS and energy is transferred
to the key to verify drive authorization. Verification of the correct
key is transmitted over an infrared link between the key and the EIS.
If the authentication check has recognized the correct key, the EIS
will allow the key to be turned to the ``Start Engine'' position. MBUSA
stated that when the key then reaches the ``Ignition on'' position, the
authentication sequence in the ECM and ECU will start. The ECM then
receives authorization from the EIS following authentication
verification. MBUSA further stated that if the values from the
authentication are identical, the ECM will authorize the start and
operation of the vehicle will be allowed. Activation of the device
occurs automatically when the key is removed from the ignition switch.
Once activated, only a valid key with the correct code inserted into
the ignition switch will disable immobilization and allow the vehicle
to start and operate. MBUSA further stated that no other action by the
operator other than turning the key is required to activate or
deactivate the immobilizer.
    In its submission, MBUSA stated that a locking/unlocking feature is
also incorporated into the device. An encoded data exchange between the
transmitter key and the vehicle's central controller for the lock/
unlock feature (ECM) is carried out by radio signal. When an unlocking
signal from the remote key sends a permanent and rolling code message
to the vehicle's central ECU, the device will compare the permanent
code with the stored code in the ECM. If the permanent codes match, the
rolling codes are then compared. MBUSA stated that if both codes match,
the locking system will unlock the doors, tailgate and fuel filler
cover.
    In addressing the specific content requirements of Sec.  543.6,
MBUSA provided information on the reliability and durability of its
proposed device. To ensure reliability and durability of the device,
MBUSA conducted tests based on its own specified standards. MBUSA
provided a detailed list of the tests conducted and believes that the
device is reliable and durable since it complied with its own specified
requirements for each test. MBUSA also conducted performance tests
based on the Economic Commission for Europe's (ECE) specified
standards. MBUSA provided a detailed list of the tests conducted and
believes that the immobilizer device offered on the smart Line Chassis
vehicle line is reliable and durable because the device complied with
the specified requirements for each test.
    MBUSA also stated that it believes that the immobilizer device
offered on the smart Line Chassis vehicle line will be at least as
effective as compliance with the parts-marking requirements of the
theft prevention standard and as effective in deterring theft as it has
been on other MBUSA vehicle lines that have been equipped with an
antitheft device, as demonstrated by the low theft rate history of
MBUSA vehicles. MBUSA stated that its proposed device is also
functionally equivalent to the antitheft devices installed on the
Mercedes-Benz S-Class, E-Class, C-Class, SLK-Class, SL-Class and NGCC
Chassis vehicles, which the agency has exempted from the parts-marking
requirements beginning with MYs 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2014
respectively. MBUSA also referenced theft rate data published by the
agency comparing its proposed device to antitheft devices already
installed in the BMW MINI, Honda Fit and Toyota Scion xB vehicle lines.
MBUSA stated that theft data published by the agency show that the
average theft rate for the BMW MINI Cooper with an immobilizer device
was 0.4422 in MY/CY 2010 and 0.3413 in MY/CY 2012. MBUSA also
referenced theft rate data published by the agency for the Honda Fit
and Toyota Scion xB vehicle lines (with immobilizers) which showed a
theft rate of 0.3118 and 0.2167 (MY/CYs 2011 and 2012) for the Honda
Fit and 1.1553 and 0.5110 (MY/CYs 2011 and 2012) for the Toyota Scion
xB respectively. MBUSA stated that it believes that this data also
indicates that the immobilizer device was effective in contributing to
an average reduction of 22.8%, 30.5%, and 47.7% reduction in the theft
rate of the BMW MINI Cooper, Honda Fit and Toyota Scion xB,
respectively. MBUSA also stated it believes that the data indicates the
immobilizer device was effective in contributing to an average
reduction of 29.9% in the theft rate for the SL-Line Chassis when theft
rates for the vehicle line dropped from 1.4170 (CY 2005) to 1.0460 (CY
2007).
    Based on the supporting evidence submitted by MBUSA on its device,
the agency believes that the device is substantially similar to devices
installed in other vehicle lines for which the agency has already
granted exemptions and that the antitheft device for the smart Line
Chassis vehicle line is likely to be as effective in reducing and
deterring motor vehicle theft as compliance with the parts-marking
requirements of the Theft Prevention Standard (49 CFR 541).
    Pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 33106 and 49 CFR 543.7 (b), the agency grants
a petition for exemption from the parts-marking requirements of Part
541, either in whole or in part, if it determines that, based upon
substantial evidence, the standard equipment antitheft device is likely
to be as effective in reducing and deterring motor vehicle theft as
compliance with the parts-marking requirements of Part 541. The agency
finds that MBUSA has provided adequate reasons for its belief that the
antitheft device for the MBUSA smart vehicle line is likely to be as
effective in reducing and deterring motor vehicle theft as compliance
with the parts-marking requirements of the Theft Prevention Standard
(49 CFR part 541). This conclusion is based on the information MBUSA
provided about its antitheft device.
    The agency concludes that the device will provide four of the five
types of performance listed in Sec.  543.6(a)(3): Promoting activation;
preventing defeat or circumvention of the device by unauthorized
persons; preventing operation of the vehicle by unauthorized entrants;
and ensuring the reliability and durability of the device.
    For the foregoing reasons, the agency hereby grants in full MBUSA's
petition for exemption for the MBUSA smart Line Chassis vehicle line
from the parts-marking requirements of 49 CFR part 541. The agency
notes that 49 CFR part 541, Appendix A-1, identifies those lines that
are exempted from the Theft Prevention Standard for a given model year.
49 CFR part 543.7(f) contains publication requirements incident to the
disposition of all Part 543 petitions. Advanced listing, including the
release of future product nameplates, the beginning model year for
which the petition is granted and a general description of the
antitheft device is necessary in order to notify law enforcement
agencies of new vehicle lines exempted from the parts-marking
requirements of the Theft Prevention Standard.
    If MBUSA decides not to use the exemption for this line, it must
formally notify the agency. If such a decision is made, the line must
be fully marked according to the requirements under 49 CFR parts 541.5
and 541.6 (marking of major component parts and replacement parts).

    NHTSA notes that if MBUSA wishes in the future to modify the device
on which this exemption is based, the company may have to submit a
petition to modify the exemption. Part 543.7(d) states that a Part 543
exemption applies only to vehicles that belong to a line exempted under
this part and equipped with the antitheft device on which the line's
exemption is based. Further, Part 543.9(c)(2) provides for the
submission of petitions ``to modify an exemption to permit the use of
an antitheft device similar to but differing from the one specified in
that exemption.''
    The agency wishes to minimize the administrative burden that Part
543.9(c)(2) could place on exempted vehicle manufacturers and itself.
The agency did not intend in drafting Part 543 to require the
submission of a modification petition for every change to the
components or design of an antitheft device. The significance of many
such changes could be de minimis. Therefore, NHTSA suggests that if the
manufacturer contemplates making any changes, the effects of which
might be characterized as de minimis, it should consult the agency
before preparing and submitting a petition to modify.

    Under authority delegated in 49 CFR part 1.95.
Raymond R. Posten,
Associate Administrator for Rulemaking.
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 71 (Thursday, April 12, 2018)]
[Notices]
[Pages 15824-15825]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. IC18-11-000]

Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-585); Comment
Request; Extension

AGENCY: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

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-585 (Reporting of Electric Energy
Shortages and Contingency Plans Under PURPA Section 206).

DATES: Comments on the collection of information are due June 11, 2018.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments (identified by Docket No. IC18-11-
000) by either of the following methods:
     eFiling at Commission's Website: http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp.
     Mail/Hand Delivery/Courier: Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission, Secretary of the Commission, 888 First Street NE,
Washington, DC 20426.
    Instructions: All submissions must be formatted and filed in
accordance with submission guidelines at: http://www.ferc.gov/help/submission-guide.asp. For user assistance contact FERC Online Support
by email at [email protected], or by phone at:<PHONE_NUMBER>
(toll-free), or<PHONE_NUMBER> for TTY.
    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 http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/docs-filing.asp.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ellen Brown may be reached by email at
[email protected], telephone at<PHONE_NUMBER>, and fax at (202)
273-0873.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    Title: FERC-585 (Reporting of Electric Energy Shortages and
Contingency Plans Under PURPA \1\ Section 206).
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    \1\ PURPA = Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1979 (Pub.
L. 95-617, 92 Statute 3117), enacted 11/9/1978.
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    OMB Control No.: 1902-0138.
    Type of Request: Three-year extension of the FERC-585 information
collection requirements with no changes to the current reporting
requirements.
    Abstract: The Commission uses the information collected under the
requirements of FERC-585 ``Reporting of Electric Energy Shortages and
Contingency Plans under Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of
1979'' to implement the statutory provisions of Section 206 of PURPA.
Section 206 of PURPA amended the Federal Power Act (FPA) by adding a
new subsection (g) to section 202, under which the Commission, by rule,
was to require each public utility to report to the Commission and any
appropriate state regulatory authority:
     Any anticipated shortages of electric energy or capacity
which would affect the utility's capability to serve its wholesale
customers; and
     a contingency plan that would outline what circumstances
might give rise to such occurrences.
    In Order No. 575,\2\ the Commission modified the reporting
requirements in 18 CFR 294.101(b) to provide that, if a public utility
includes in its rates schedule, provisions that during electric energy
and capacity shortages:
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    \2\ Final Rule in Docket RM92-12-000, issued on 1/13/1995.
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     It will treat firm power wholesale customers without undue
discrimination or preference; and
     it will report any modifications to its contingency plan
for accommodating shortages within 15 days to the appropriate state
regulatory agency and to the affected wholesale customers, then the
utility need not file with the Commission an additional statement of
contingency plan for accommodating such shortages.

This revision merely changed the reporting mechanism; the public
utility's contingency plan would be located in its filed rate rather
than in a separate document.
    In Order No. 659,\3\ the Commission modified the reporting
requirements in 18 CFR 294.101(e) to provide that the means by which
public utilities must comply with the requirements to report shortages
and anticipated shortages is to submit this information electronically
using the Office of Electric Reliability's pager system at
[email protected] in lieu of submitting an original and two copies
with the Secretary of the Commission.
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    \3\ Final Rule in Docket RM05-19-000, issued on 5/27/2005.
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    The Commission uses the information to evaluate and formulate an
appropriate option for action in the event an unanticipated shortage is
reported and/or materializes. Without this information, the Commission
and State agencies would be unable to:
     Examine and approve or modify utility actions;
     prepare a response to anticipated disruptions in electric
energy; and/or
     ensure equitable treatment of all public utility customers
under the shortage situations.
    The Commission implements these filing requirements in the Code of
Federal Regulations (CFR) under 18 CFR part 294.101.
    Type of Respondents: Public Utilities.
    Estimate of Annual Burden: \4\ The Commission estimates the annual
public reporting burden for the information collection as:
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    \4\ ``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, reference 5 Code of Federal
Regulations 1320.3.

                                        Reporting of Electric Energy Shortages and Contingency Plans Under PURPA
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                                          Annual number of
          Number of respondents             responses per    Total number of   Average burden & cost per   Total annual burden hours &      Cost per
                                             respondent         responses             response \5\              total annual cost          respondent
(1)                                                    (2)   (1) * (2) = (3)  (4)........................  (3) * (4) = (5)............         (5) / (1)
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1.......................................                 1                 1  73 hrs.; $5,585............  73 hrs.; $5,585............            $5,585
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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.
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    \5\ The estimates for cost per response are derived using the
following formula: Average Burden Hours per Response * $76.50 per
Hour = Average Cost per Response. The figure comes from the 2017
FERC average hourly cost (for wages and benefits) of $76.50 (and an
average annual salary of $158,754). Commission staff is using the
FERC average salary because we consider any reporting completed in
response to the FERC-585 to be compensated at rates similar to the
work of FERC employees.

    Dated: April 6, 2018.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
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