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(a)This subpart describes the enforcement authority and sanctions exercised by the Associate Administrator for achieving and maintaining pipeline safety and compliance under 49 U.S.C. 60101 et seq., 33 U.S.C. 1321(j), and any regulation or order issued thereunder. It also prescribes the procedures governing the exercise of that authority and the imposition of those sanctions.#

(b)A person who is the subject of action pursuant to this subpart may be represented by legal counsel at all stages of the proceeding.#

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Administratorbinding

means the Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration or his or her delegate.

49 CFR 190.3Applies at 49 CFR Part 190 scope

Associate Administratorbinding

means the Associate Administrator for Pipeline Safety, or his or her delegate.

49 CFR 190.3Applies at 49 CFR Part 190 scope

Personbinding

means any individual, firm, joint venture, partnership, corporation, association, State, municipality, cooperative association, or joint stock association, and includes any trustee, receiver, assignee, or personal representative thereof.

49 CFR 190.3Applies at 49 CFR Part 190 scope

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