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All or Nothing: Regulators Strictly Define Pipeline Abandonment

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On August 16th, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (“PHMSA”) issued an advisory bulletin to clarify the regulatory requirements that may vary depending on the operational status of a pipeline under 49 C.F.R. These pipelines may still contain hazardous materials. Parts 192 and 195 (2016).

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Trans Energy Settlement Shows Need for E&P Wetlands Compliance Strategy

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On September 2, 2014, the Department of Justice announced a settlement in United States v. In addition, NWP-12 expressly authorizes the construction of access roads for the construction and maintenance of “utility lines,” with certain limitations. Trans Energy, Inc. , 14-117 (N.D.W.Va.), See 77 Fed. 10184 (Feb.

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Proposed Railroad Rules May Impact Crude Oil Producers: Proposed DOT/PHMSA Oil Tank Car Rules

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1, 2014) (comments are due on September 30, 2014). Finally, the agency acknowledges that rail carriers are likely to pass on additional fees to the shippers as a result of increased fuel and track maintenance required by the added weight of new or retrofitted tank cars. See 79 Fed. 45,016 (Aug.