TOLEDO, Ohio — Federal regulators are proposing a $40 million fine against the builder of a multistate natural gas pipeline.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission says the pipeline company used diesel fuel and other toxic substances while drilling under a river in Ohio four years ago.
The proposed fine stems from an accidental spill of 2 million gallons in 2017.
It’s the second hefty penalty sought against Dallas-based Energy Transfer Partners and its subsidiary Rover Pipeline within the past year.
The company says it didn't have any knowledge or involvement in using the diesel fuel.
It says a subcontractor's rogue employee is to blame.
