Standards for Business Practices of Interstate Natural Gas Pipelines
Summary
This proposed rule sets new standards for how natural gas pipeline companies operating across state lines must conduct business, including how they treat customers and handle disputes. The changes aim to make the pipeline industry more transparent and fair in their dealings with energy suppliers and consumers who depend on natural gas.
Key Points
- 1Establishes clear business practice standards that interstate natural gas pipelines must follow when dealing with customers and handling service requests
- 2Affects major pipeline companies that transport natural gas across state borders and the energy suppliers who depend on their services
- 3Requires pipelines to be more transparent about their operations, pricing, and how they handle customer complaints
- 4The public has until January 21, 2026 to submit comments on the proposed rule before it is finalized
- 5Once finalized, these standards could help reduce disputes between pipelines and energy companies, potentially lowering costs for consumers
Key Dates
November 19, 2025
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