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Article: Energy Regulatory Commission, United States Federal
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Energy Regulatory Commission, United States Federal
The U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is an independent regulatory agency within the Department of Energy (DOE) responsible for regulating energy utilities nationwide. As such, it has a significant oversight role in America's critical infrastructure. In the aftermath of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, FERC has worked to help ensure protection of information concerning energy utilities.
FERC is responsible for regulating, in interstate commerce, the transmission of oil by pipeline, the transmission and sale of natural gas for resale, and the transmission and wholesale sales of electricity. It also licenses ...