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PHMSA Policy for Calculating Proposed Civil Penalties in Pipeline Safety Enforcement Proceedings

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PHMSA Chief Counsel Memo - Civil Penalty Policy.pdf (197.89 KB)

The document describes PHMSA’s policy for calculating proposed civil penalties in pipeline safety enforcement proceedings to ensure the assessment of civil penalties is conducted in a manner that is fair and consistent with applicable procedural requirements.

See policy memo for full details.

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Effective Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Issued Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025