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The goal of this primer is to provide an overview of the federal economic regulation of oil and refined products pipelines. Taught by industry practitioners and regulators from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the course begins with a brief overview of the oil and refined products pipeline industry and then describes key statutes and regulations governing and affecting the transportation of oil and other liquid petroleum products. Instructors explain important legal and regulatory concepts and requirements, pipeline services, the scope and limits of FERC and state jurisdiction and key issues affecting the industry.
location
Thompson & Knight LLP
811 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Wednesday, January 29
12:00 PM - 1: 00 PM: Networking Lunch
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM: Introduction, Logistics​
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM: Introduction to the Oil, NGLs, and Refined Products Pipeline Industry
- Industry Overview: Who’s Who?
- Supply Overview
- Pipeline Infrastructure
- Other modes of transporting oil and refined
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Networking Break
2:45 PM - 4:00 PM:
Overview of Pipeline Operations
- Oil pipelines
- Refined products pipeline
Construction of Oil and Refined Product Pipelines
- Jurisdiction over construction of oil and product pipelines
- FERC’s role in approving new oil and product pipelines
- Contracts and policies
- Prorationing policies
- Open seasons
- Petitions for Declaratory Order
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Networking Break
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM: Regulatory Basics
- History of regulation
- Oil pipeline economic regulation today
- Federal and state jurisdiction
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Networking Reception - location TBD
Thursday, January 30
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM: Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Day One Recap
Regulatory Basics Continued
Tarrifs
- Tariff Overview
- Rates, Terms and Conditions
- Accounting: Form 6
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM: Networking Break
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM: Litigation
- Tariff filings
- Complaints
- Market-based rate and negotiated rate litigation issues
- FERC-initiated rate investigations
- The hearing process
- Rate examination
- Trends in litigation
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM: Networking Break
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM: Policies and Current Issues
- Jurisdictional issues
- Significant rulemakings
- Significant court decisions
- Petitions for declaratory order
Speakers
Derek Anderson, Attorney-Advisor, FERC Office of General Counsel
Michelle T. Boudreaux, Partner, Caldwell Boudreaux Lefler, PLLC
Adrianne Cook, Energy Industry Analyst, FERC Office of Energy Market Regulation
Shannon Coleman, Sr.Attorney, Colonial Pipeline Company
Thank YOu to our host
HOTEL:
EBA has not secured a room block for this meeting, however the following hotels are within a 3 block radius of:
coming soon
CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION (CLE):
Program is pending approved in VA, PA, NY CLE. Each state has its own rules and regulations regarding "CLE". For questions on CLE email EBA-CLE@eba-net.org. To assure accreditation, you MUST include your BAR # AND STATE with your registration. ONLY REGISTERED ATTENDEES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CLE
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Registration includes the two-day Primer, electronic attendee handouts, lunch, breakfast, breaks, and reception.
Primer registrations will only be accepted when accompanied by a check, money order, government purchase order/training form or credit card information and may be limited by the capacity of the facilities. Registrations will not be held without payment.
EBA’s Primer Series pre-registration closes on January 27th. Thereafter, registrations can only be taken on-site at the conference.
REGISTRATION FEES:
| Type |
Member Rate |
Non-Member Rate |
| Attorney/Energy Professional |
$400 |
$425 |
| Young Lawyer |
$325 |
$425 |
| Government- Attorney/ EP/Academic |
$375 |
$425 |
| Solo Attorney/Small Firm |
$400 |
$425 |
| Student |
$150 |
$425 |
| Multi-Registration Discount (4th person and beyond) |
$350 |
NA |
*For firms registering 4 people or more, at the same time, EBA will provide you a group discounted registration rate of $350 per person for the 4th person and beyond. Applies to Private and Energy Professional members only. All attendees in the group must be members. Contact mmfrank@eba-net.org for more information.
THREE WAYS TO REGISTER
1. Online: Register Online
2. Fax your completed REGISTRATION FORM with payment to EBA: (202) 833-5596
3. Mail your REGISTRATION FORM and payment to EBA, 2000 M St. NW, Suite 715, Washington, DC 20036
policies
To learn more, please contact EBA, (202) 223-5625 or by email at EBA@eba-net.org.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Refunds will be given to registrants who submit written cancellation to the address shown on the registration form by 1/28/2020, less a $50 administrative fee. The cancellation policy also applies to registration forms that are received and accepted after the deadline date. No refunds will be given after 12/08/2019. If a cancellation is requested after the deadline and accepted, there will be a $100 administrative fee. Substitutions are acceptable by 12/08/2019 (non-members substituting for members will be charged the difference between the member and non-member fees). Please note that regardless of the date the cancellation notice is received, no refunds will be processed until after the program. Confirmations will be sent to registrants via email if an address is provided.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Persons in need of special accommodation should inquire with Lisa Levine, Chief Executive Officer, llevine@eba-net.org at the EBA office.
EBA HARDSHIP POLICY
EBA offers eligible student, government, and academic members’ discounts on the rates for most EBA programs which carry CLE credits, including EBA’s Annual and Mid-Year meetings. EBA will, on a case-by-case basis, consider requests from members to attend EBA programs at discounted rates. Discount requests must be made to EBA’s office at least fifteen days prior to the close of regular registration for the program in question. Requests will be considered by EBA if timely and complete. Discount requests must demonstrate a substantial financial hardship. Please submit your request to llevine@eba-net.org.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The Energy Bar Association (“EBA”) is committed to the goals of fostering an inclusive and diverse membership and increasing diversity across all levels of the Association. Attorneys and energy professionals in the energy field are welcome to join our ranks, regardless of race, creed, color, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, family and marital status (including pregnancy), family responsibilities, religion, national origin, age, personal appearance, political affiliation, veterans status, disability, source of income (government, solo, corporate, firm practice), or place of residence or business (geographic diversity) and are encouraged to become active participants in the Association’s activities.
PHOTOGRAPHS:
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