Memorandum
AUTHORIZING JUNCTION PIPELINE COMPANY, LLC TO CONSTRUCT, CONNECT, OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN PIPELINE FACILITIES AT TOOLE COUNTY, MONTANA, AT THE INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
Summary
Grants Junction Pipeline Company, LLC a Presidential Permit to construct, connect, operate, and maintain cross-border pipeline facilities in Toole County, Montana, for the import of crude oil and other petroleum products from Canada to the United States. The permit outlines conditions for regulatory compliance, inspection, national security access, environmental responsibility, reporting obligations, and procedures for termination or transfer of ownership. The permit is subject to all applicable U.S. laws and does not cover natural gas regulated under the Natural Gas Act.
Timeline
Ongoing
Deliverable
Construct, connect, operate, and maintain Border facilities in compliance with permit terms — Ongoing — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Do not make substantial changes to facilities or operations without Presidential approval — Ongoing — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Allow federal, state, and local agencies full access for inspection — Ongoing — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety requirements — Ongoing — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Obtain all necessary federal, state, and local permits and right-of-way authorizations — Before and during construction/operation — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Remove facilities upon permit termination, revocation, or surrender, if directed — Upon termination — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC (or designated federal agency) Permit U.S. government to temporarily take possession in national security emergencies — As needed — President or designee Receive fair compensation and restoration if government takes possession — Following such action — President or designee Notify President or designee in writing of ownership transfers, control changes, or name changes — As needed — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Maintain facilities in good repair and compliant with environmental and safety standards — Ongoing — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Indemnify the U.S. from liability related to operations and environmental contamination — Ongoing — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Submit all required reports or sworn statements to the President and relevant agencies — As required by law or regulation — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC Provide information about facility status or changes upon request — Upon request — Junction Pipeline Company, LLC
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