PHMSA focuses on proposed rule for gas transmission and gathering pipelines.
Key Points:
..GAO has released a report assessing the adequacy of PHMSA odorization requirements.
..PHMSA will split the forthcoming Gas...more
FERC eliminates tax allowance in MLP pipelines’ cost-based rates and establishes procedures to address income tax changes.
Key Points:
..FERC will no longer permit MLPs to recover an income tax allowance in cost-based...more
Pipelines delayed as certain states and environmental groups pursue CWA and NEPA challenges to FERC Natural Gas Act Authorizations.
Key Points:
- FERC extends Millennium’s Valley Lateral Pipeline Project construction...more
Existing gathering line regulation reflects collaboration between pipeline operators and regulators, a model useful for new regulatory efforts as well.
Background -
America’s natural gas pipeline network transports...more
This Client Alert notes updates in PHMSA’s leadership and recent engagement of stakeholders in the regulation of natural gas pipelines.
Trump Administration Appoints New PHMSA Deputy Administrator -
Drue Pearce has...more
This Client Alert notes two recent updates in the area of natural gas pipeline and underground natural gas storage safety. Latham & Watkins will continue to provide updates as additional events unfold in this area of rapid...more
This White Paper provides general background on the regulation of natural gas pipelines with special emphasis on underground storage, as context for recent and ongoing developments in this area by the Pipeline and Hazardous...more
Commissioner resignation leaves agency without quorum necessary to issue major orders including approvals of natural gas pipeline permits and contested mergers.
Key Points:
..Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is...more