FERC Tackles Complaint on Natural Gas Pipeline Rate Disputes
Published Date: 9/25/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got a new complaint about natural gas pipeline rates involving Continental Resources and Hiland Crude. If you want to join the conversation or protest, you have until October 20, 2025, at 5 p.m. Eastern time to speak up. This could affect pipeline customers and companies, so keep an eye on possible rate changes and refunds.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Natural Gas Rate Complaint & Deadline
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received a complaint (Docket OR25-12-000) about natural gas pipeline rates between Continental Resources, Inc. and Hiland Crude, LLC. If you want to intervene, protest, or comment you must file by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on October 20, 2025; the case could lead to pipeline rate changes or refunds for customers and companies.
Help Available from FERC Public Participation Office
The Commission's Office of Public Participation (OPP) can help members of the public — including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members — access information and make filings or interventions. For help, contact OPP at (202) 502-6595.
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