Pipeline Companies Fined $12.5 Million for Spills in Montana and North Dakota
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Belle Fourche Pipeline Company and Bridger Pipeline LLC have agreed to pay a $12.5 million civil penalty to resolve claims under the Clean Water Act and pipeline safety laws related to oil spills in Montana and North Dakota. The companies will also implement compliance measures to prevent future spills, including control room operation requirements, employee training, and updating their integrity management program. The settlement aims to protect public health, safety, and the environment, and holds the companies accountable for their significant oil spills.
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