May 15, 2013 | In July 2012, Congress increased potential penalty fees for failure to comply with regulations set forth in the 49 CFR. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration adopted the changes in the final rule on April 17, 2013.
The following changes have been issued:
- An increase in the maximum fine possible from $55,000 up to $75,000 for knowingly violating the law