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Government Relations

Building strong relationships with local, state, federal and tribal officials and regulators is essential to our success. These relationships facilitate communication and collaboration and help us stay informed about upcoming policy changes and regulatory requirements that might impact our operations. 

Approach

We regularly meet with officials to discuss regulatory issues and industry perspectives, and to learn more about officials’ concerns and perspectives. We leverage our trade association memberships and provide tours of our assets and operations to raise awareness of our business and the midstream sector. 

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Engaging with Government Officials in North Dakota

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Engaging with Government Officials in North Dakota

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In 2022, Crestwood’s senior leaders met with the Governor and former Lt. Governor of North Dakota, who are focused on providing a friendly business environment that promotes opportunity and growth with an emphasis on innovation over regulation. 

In addition, Crestwood hosted around 40 North Dakota state legislators and legislative candidates in August 2022 at Crestwood's Station Eight Compression Facility, providing an opportunity to educate them about our North Dakota operations and the industry's crucial role in providing cleaner, affordable energy.

Following the tour, the group attended the MHA Nation's Cultural Center, where the MHA Nation's Energy Director discussed critical issues for the community, including the importance of energy development within the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation, not just for the MHA Nation but for the State of North Dakota.

For more information about how we work with the MHA Nation, please see the Indigenous Relations section.

Contributing to the Energy Industry 

We engage in trade associations that promote industry standards, provide leadership opportunities and raise public awareness. Crestwood's Government Affairs team and internal experts hold leadership positions and serve on committees to advocate our policy priorities. Our Founder, Chairman and CEO, Robert G. Phillips, sets the standard by playing a key role in showcasing the perspectives of midstream operators. His current roles include serving on: 

As state legislatures convene in Texas, New Mexico, Wyoming and North Dakota in 2023, we closely monitor proposed bills and provide input as needed. We offer our perspectives on policy matters that affect Crestwood and, in some cases, provide testimony on proposed legislation. 

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Enhancing our Engagement in the Delaware Basin

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Enhancing our Engagement in the Delaware Basin

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In the Delaware Basin, another key operating area for Crestwood, our team is focused on enhancing our involvement in the community. We have supported the Carlsbad Energy Summit since 2018, and after Crestwood’s acquisition of Sendero Midstream, our manager of government affairs now serves on the Board of the Carlsbad Department of Development, which works closely with county and state leaders to support economic development, workforce training and infrastructure issues in southeast New Mexico. The Carlsbad Department of Development is a vital and vocal proponent of our industry.

Testimonial

The Texas Pipeline Association (TPA) serves as a resource to the pipeline business in Texas and beyond, collaborating on safety practices, environmental regulations and midstream sector legislation. Active member engagement is crucial to TPA’s success and since Crestwood joined the Board they have actively shared ideas, analysis and expertise; provided valuable feedback on regulatory issues; and helped educate policy makers and stakeholders about the many facets of our complex industry.

Thrue Cannon
President, Texas Pipeline Association

Thrue Cannon, the President of the Texas Pipeline Association

Trade Association Memberships

We were proud to be a member of the following trade associations in 2022. 

Trade Associations Purpose Our Involvement
NATIONAL
American Trucking Association (ATA)
  • Develops and advocates innovative, research-based policies promoting highway safety, security, environmental sustainability and profitability
  • Educates policymakers and the public about the essential role trucking plays in the economy
  • Promotes responsible policies to improve highway safety and advances the industry’s environmental goals
 Active participation by Director, Fleet Maintenance

Energy Infrastructure Council (EIC)
  • Supports the common interest of companies developing and operating energy infrastructure
  • Promotes core public policy issues critical to the investment in America’s energy infrastructure
  • Encourages greater energy independence for the U.S., allowing a wide variety of energy products to make their way efficiently and safely from the production fields to American homes, businesses and communities
 CEO serves on the Board and Co-Chairs ESG Working Group

GPA Midstream Association (GPA)
  • Develops standards, conducts industry research, educates the midstream workforce and works with lawmakers and regulators to develop policies promoting a safe and viable midstream industry
  • Provides best practices that increase the efficiency and environmental performance of gas processing facilities, which enhances the sustainability of natural gas, natural gas liquids and crude oil as an energy source
 Senior Vice President, Operations serves on the Board
REGIONAL
New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA)
  • Promotes the safe and environmentally responsible development of oil and natural gas resources in New Mexico
  • Representing more than 900 members, works with elected officials, community leaders, industry experts and the public to advocate for responsible oil and natural gas policies and increase public understanding of industry operations and state contributions
  Manager, Government Affairs active on all committees
North Dakota Petroleum Council (NDPC)
  • Provides governmental relations support to all aspects of the oil and gas industry including production, refining, pipeline, mineral leasing, consulting, legal and oil field service activities in North Dakota, South Dakota and the Rocky Mountain region
 Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel serves on the Board’s Executive Committee
Permian Basin Petroleum Association
  • Advocates for the safe and responsible development of oil and gas resources across the Permian Basin
  • Provides education on safety, legislation, regulation and support services for the industry
 Manager, Government Affairs active on all committees
Petroleum Association of Wyoming (PAW)
  • Advocates on oil and gas issues related to pro-growth policies, sustainable production, relationship building and environmental stewardship
  • Provides legal, accounting and consulting services to its members
 Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel serves on the Board’s Management Committee
Texas Pipeline Association
  • Advocates on issues related to pipeline safety, environmental regulations, taxation and legislation
  • Serves as the primary resource for information regarding the Texas pipeline industry
 Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer serves on the Board
Western Energy Alliance
  • Serves as experts on federal legislative, regulatory, environmental, public lands and other policy issues affecting the oil and natural gas industry
  • Works with stakeholders across western states, including the public; federal, state and local policy makers; regulatory agencies; the media; the business community; allied trade associations; civic organizations and others
 Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel serves on the Board of Advisors

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In April 2022, a bipartisan Crestwood Political Action Committee (PAC) was formed to help broaden our advocacy efforts with elected federal and state leaders. Participation in the Crestwood PAC is strictly voluntary and limited to a restricted class of employees in accordance with Federal Election Commission (FEC) regulations. 

The PAC made ten bi-partisan disbursements in 2022 to support candidates that promote sound energy policy on the state and federal level. In an ever-evolving regulatory environment, Crestwood believes it is important to help elect candidates who understand our complex industry and the policy issues that impact our day-to-day operations. 

Crestwood PAC disbursements are governed by the PAC's Board of Directors, which comprises volunteer senior leaders and operates in accordance with approved PAC Guidelines. These Guidelines define objective metrics for the PAC's giving with consideration for an individual's representation area, committee assignment, leadership position and familiarity with Crestwood and the industry.

Looking Ahead

In 2023, we plan to: 

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