Kansas Corporation Commission approves shut in order for Barracuda Operating Company
January 28, 2025 | Corporation Commission, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
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Chair Kevin French opened the meeting, joined by Commissioners Keane and Keither. The agenda featured 20 consent items, which were reviewed and approved without questions, aside from Commissioner Keane's recusal from items 3 and 7.
The meeting's primary focus was a noticed item concerning Barracuda Operating Company. The company faced a proposed shut-in order due to continued oil and gas activities after its license was suspended for noncompliance with previous penalty orders. The commission approved a $10,000 penalty and directed staff to seal all operations of the operator.
With no further discussions, the meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was unanimously approved. The decisions made during this meeting reflect the commission's ongoing commitment to regulatory compliance in the oil and gas sector.
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