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Enbridge v. Nessel: Equitable Tolling Unavailable for Removal Deadline

The Supreme Court reversed the Sixth Circuit in Enbridge Energy, LP v. Nessel, holding that 28 U.S.C. §1446(b)(1)'s 30-day removal deadline is not subject to equitable tolling. The Court found that the presumption of equitable tolling is rebutted by the provision's strict mandatory language, its structure within the overall removal scheme, and its distinct function as a forum-allocation rule rather than a claim-extinguishing limitations period. Enbridge had removed a Michigan Attorney General enforcement action 887 days after receiving the complaint, relying on equitable tolling to excuse the untimeliness. The ruling resolves a circuit split, with the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits having previously recognized equitable tolling in some circumstances.

Presidential Permit for Enbridge Energy Pipeline Michigan-Canada Border Operations

The White House has issued a Presidential Permit to Enbridge Energy Company, Inc., a Delaware subsidiary of Canadian corporation Enbridge Inc., authorizing the operation and maintenance of existing 30-inch diameter pipeline border facilities in St. Clair County, Michigan extending through the St. Clair River to the U.S.-Canada international boundary. The permit supersedes and revokes a prior permit dated April 28, 1953. The authorization covers transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada, excluding natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act. The permit contains nine conditions including inspection rights for Federal, State, and local agencies, PHMSA pipeline safety compliance, permittee removal obligations upon termination, national security seizure rights with compensation provisions, and reporting requirements.

Presidential Permit for Enbridge Energy Pipeline at US-Canada Border, North Dakota

The White House has issued a Presidential permit to Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership, authorizing the company to operate and maintain existing 36-inch diameter pipeline Border facilities at the international border near Neche, Pembina County, North Dakota, for the cross-border transport of crude oil and petroleum products. This permit supersedes and revokes the previous Presidential permit issued on October 13, 2017, and remains subject to all applicable laws and regulations, including pipeline safety laws administered by PHMSA.

Presidential Permit: Enbridge Energy Pipeline Operations at US-Canada Border, North Dakota

The President granted a Presidential permit to Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership to operate and maintain existing pipeline border facilities at Pembina County, North Dakota, at the international boundary between the United States and Canada. The permit supersedes and revokes a previous Presidential permit dated July 23, 1998. The 36-inch diameter pipeline is authorized for the transport of crude oil and petroleum products, including naphtha, liquefied petroleum gas, natural gas liquids, jet fuel, gasoline, kerosene, and diesel, but excluding natural gas subject to section 3 of the Natural Gas Act.

President Grants Enbridge Pipeline Permit at US-Canada Border

The President granted a Presidential Permit to Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership authorizing the operation and maintenance of existing pipeline border facilities at St. Clair County, Michigan, at the international boundary with Canada. The authorization covers transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada. This permit supersedes and revokes a prior Presidential Permit issued on December 12, 1991. The facilities remain subject to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

Presidential Permit Authorizing Enbridge Pipeline Operations at U.S.-Canada Border

The President issued a Presidential permit to Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership granting authorization to operate and maintain existing pipeline border facilities near Neche, Pembina County, North Dakota, at the U.S.-Canada international boundary. The permit authorizes the transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada, excluding natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act. This permit supersedes and revokes a previously issued permit dated October 13, 2017.

Presidential Permit Authorizes Enbridge Energy Pipeline at ND-Canada Border

The Executive Office of the President has issued a Presidential Permit dated April 15, 2026, authorizing Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership to operate and maintain existing pipeline border facilities at the United States-Canada international boundary in Pembina County, North Dakota. The permit authorizes cross-border transport of crude oil and petroleum products (excluding natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act). This permit supersedes and revokes the previous Presidential permit issued on June 16, 1994.

President Authorizes Enbridge to Maintain ND-Canada Pipeline Facilities

The President issued a Presidential permit authorizing Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership to operate and maintain existing pipeline border facilities at the U.S.-Canada international boundary in Pembina County, North Dakota. The permit covers the transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada. This permit supersedes and revokes a prior Presidential permit issued on July 23, 1998.

Authorizing Enbridge Energy To Operate Pipeline at North Dakota-Canada Border

The President has issued a Presidential permit authorizing Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership to operate and maintain three existing pipeline border facilities in Pembina County, North Dakota at the international boundary with Canada. The authorization covers the transport of crude oil and petroleum products including naphtha, LPG, NGLs, jet fuel, gasoline, kerosene, and diesel, but explicitly excludes natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act. This permit supersedes and revokes a prior Presidential permit dated December 12, 1991.

Presidential Permit for Enbridge Energy Pipeline at Michigan-Canada Border

The President issued a Presidential permit authorizing Enbridge Energy Company, Inc. to operate and maintain existing pipeline border facilities at St. Clair County, Michigan, at the US-Canada international boundary. The permit authorizes transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada. This permit supersedes and revokes a prior Presidential permit dated April 28, 1953.

Presidential Permit for Enbridge Pipelines Southern Lights LLC - Pembina County North Dakota Cross-Border Pipeline Operations

The President granted a Presidential permit to Enbridge Pipelines (Southern Lights) L.L.C., authorizing the company to operate and maintain existing pipeline border facilities at the US-Canada international boundary in Neche, Pembina County, North Dakota. The permit authorizes cross-border transport of crude oil and petroleum products including naphtha, LPG, NGLs, jet fuel, gasoline, kerosene, and diesel, but excludes natural gas. This permit supersedes and revokes a prior Presidential permit issued on June 10, 2008.

Presidential Permit Authorizes Enbridge Energy Cross-Border Pipeline, North Dakota-Canada Border

The White House issued a Presidential Permit granting Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership authority to operate and maintain existing cross-border pipeline facilities in Pembina County, North Dakota, at the U.S.-Canada international boundary. The permit authorizes transport of crude oil and petroleum products (excluding natural gas) and supersedes a prior permit dated June 16, 1994. The permittee, a Delaware limited partnership and indirect subsidiary of Canadian corporation Enbridge Inc., must comply with all applicable laws, pipeline safety regulations administered by PHMSA, and permit conditions including reporting obligations, facility maintenance standards, and government access for inspection.

Presidential Permit Authorizing Enbridge Energy to Operate Three Existing Pipeline Facilities at US-Canada Border, Pembina County, North Dakota

The President granted Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership a Presidential permit to operate and maintain three existing pipeline border facilities at the US-Canada international boundary in Pembina County, North Dakota. The Border facilities consist of 26-inch, 34-inch, and 18-inch diameter pipelines extending from the international border to approximately 25, 0.75, and 18 miles inland, respectively. This permit supersedes and revokes the prior Presidential permit issued on December 12, 1991, and authorizes the transport of crude oil and petroleum products, excluding natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act.

Presidential Permit Authorizing Bakken Pipeline Company LP Cross-Border Pipeline at Portal, North Dakota

President grants Presidential Permit to Bakken Pipeline Company LP, a Delaware limited partnership and subsidiary of Canadian corporation Enbridge Inc., authorizing construction, connection, operation, and maintenance of a 24-inch diameter cross-border pipeline at Portal, North Dakota. The permit covers Border facilities extending from the US-Canada international boundary to the first mainline shut-off valve or pumping station located less than 1 mile from the border. The permittee is authorized to transport crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada, but excludes natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act. The permit is conditioned on compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, and requires the permittee to hold harmless and indemnify the United States from liabilities arising from construction and operations.

Presidential Permit: Bakken Pipeline Company LP to Operate Pipeline at US-Canada Border

The President issued a Presidential permit to Bakken Pipeline Company LP, a Delaware limited partnership and subsidiary of Enbridge Inc. (Canada), authorizing operation and maintenance of a 12-inch diameter pipeline at Burke County, North Dakota, at the international boundary near Portal, ND. The permit supersedes and revokes a prior permit dated April 8, 1996. The authorization covers transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada, excluding natural gas subject to section 3 of the Natural Gas Act. Permit conditions require compliance with all applicable federal and state laws including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, indemnification of the United States from liabilities arising from facility operations, and immediate written notification to the President of any ownership or control changes.

Presidential Permit: Enbridge Pipeline Operations at US-Canada Border, North Dakota

The White House has issued a Presidential Permit to Enbridge Pipelines (Southern Lights) L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability company indirectly owned by Canadian corporation Enbridge Inc., authorizing the operation and maintenance of existing pipeline border facilities at Neche, Pembina County, North Dakota. The permit supersedes a previous Presidential permit dated June 10, 2008. The authorization covers a 20-inch diameter pipeline extending approximately 3 miles from the international boundary into the United States, for the transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the two countries. The permit imposes nine conditions including requirements to maintain facilities in good repair, obtain requisite permits, report ownership changes, and submit to inspection by federal, state, and local agencies.