Comments of Berkshire Environmental Action Team on proposed blanket certification regulation changes under RM25-12.

Summary: The Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) opposes the proposed revisions to the blanket certificate program, arguing that expanding the scope and cost limits of projects eligible for streamlined authorization could lead to significant environmental impacts and reduced public participation. They specifically advocate for maintaining project-specific reviews for mainline facilities, implementing spending caps to prevent illegal segmentation, and ensuring more rigorous data is used to justify cost limits.