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Legal Decisions

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Procedural Requirements for DOT Enforcement Actions

On March 11, 2025, DOT Acting General Counsel Gregory D. Cote issued a memorandum that clarifies the procedural requirements governing enforcement actions initiated by DOT. The purpose of the memorandum is to ensure that DOT enforcement actions satisfy principles of due process and remain lawful...