Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Approves Tariff Amendment for Double E Pipeline, LLC

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved an amendment to a non-conforming negotiated rate agreement between Double E Pipeline, LLC and ExxonMobil Oil Corporation. The amendment was filed on September 26, 2025, and after a 30-day notice period, the Commission granted a waiver of the requirement due to the lack of protests or adverse comments. The revised tariff records became effective on October 1, 2025.

Key Takeaways:

  • Double E Pipeline, LLC filed a tariff amendment on September 26, 2025, to reflect changes to a non-conforming negotiated rate agreement with ExxonMobil Oil Corporation.
  • The Commission granted a waiver of the 30-day notice requirement due to the absence of protests or adverse comments.
  • The revised tariff records were accepted by the Commission and became effective on October 1, 2025.
  • Notably, the Commission's approval does not constitute approval of the referenced filing, and any rate, charge, classification, or rule related to the agreement remains subject to review.
  • Requests for rehearing by the Commission must be filed within 30 days of the order's issuance, as per 18 C.F.R. § 385.713.
  • This action was taken by the Director of the Division of Pipeline Regulation, Marsha K. Palazzi, in accordance with 18 C.F.R. § 375.307.
  • Double E Pipeline, LLC is a gas pipeline company, and ExxonMobil Oil Corporation is one of its customers.
  • The regulatory process for gas pipelines is governed by the Natural Gas Act, as amended.

Statistics:

  • 30-day notice period granted by the Commission for the tariff amendment.
  • 1 non-conforming negotiated rate agreement subject to revision.
  • 1 revised tariff record effective on October 1, 2025.
  • 30 days allowed for filing requests for rehearing by the Commission.
  • 1 filing made by Double E Pipeline, LLC on September 26, 2025.
  • 1 waiver granted to the 30-day notice requirement due to the lack of protests or adverse comments.

Sources:

  • U.S. Government Publishing Office. (2025, October 15). Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Washington, DC: U.S. Government Publishing Office.
  • 18 C.F.R. 18 CFR Part 375.307-employee-delegations-of-authority
  • 18 C.F.R. 18 CFR Part 385.713-rehearings
  • 18 C.F.R. 18 CFR Part 385.214-notices-of-intervention-and-filings