FERCProposed Rule
Supplemental Review of the Oil Pipeline Index Level; Withdrawal
EnergyTransportationFinance & Banking
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Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is withdrawing a previous proposal to review how it measures oil pipeline costs and rates. This decision affects how much companies can charge to transport oil through pipelines and ultimately impacts gas prices and shipping costs for consumers.
Key Points
- 1FERC is canceling a plan to re-examine the Oil Pipeline Index, which is a tool used to calculate what pipeline companies can charge for transporting oil
- 2The withdrawal means pipeline companies will not face new reviews or potential changes to their pricing formulas at this time
- 3This affects oil transportation costs, which can influence gas prices at the pump and shipping costs for businesses
- 4The decision simplifies regulatory requirements for pipeline operators by removing the need for additional regulatory reviews
- 5Consumers may see less potential pressure on energy costs from regulatory changes, though other market factors still influence final prices
Impact Assessment
If you are an Energy Company, this means the previous cost measurement review has been withdrawn, so pipeline rate structures will not be subject to the proposed changes, preserving current cost calculation methodologies.
Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope
National
Compliance Cost
None
Who is Affected
Energy CompaniesConsumersTransportation CompaniesManufacturers
Key Dates
Published
November 25, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
18 CFR Part 34
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