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EPA’s New Audit Program for New Owners of Upstream Oil and Natural Gas Facilities

The Energy Law

Under the program, EPA will not impose any civil penalties on new owners of these facilities (which include well sites and associated tanks and vapor control systems) who find, self-disclose, and correct Clean Air Act violations pursuant to an audit program agreement with EPA.

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USCG Updates Guidance on Safer Seas Act Compliance, Continuing to Show Strict Interpretation and Enforcement of Its Requirements

The Energy Law

Most provisions of the Safer Seas Act became enforceable as soon as the Act was passed, meaning vessels and operators already need to be following the requirements for reporting, signage, crew training, SMS updates, and master key control systems. This deadline is December 23, 2024. This deadline is December 23, 2024.

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