An HHS spokesperson confirmed that, saying that the letter is “only a preliminary document that does not contain any formal findings of noncompliance” and that Cedars-Sinai had cooperated throughout the investigation.

The report cited the passage in 2023 of a bill that gives the state power to set limits on refinery profit margins, with heavy penalties for noncompliance.

Her noncompliance with what is expected is a gnarly insight into our sense of entitlement to her.

The commission could impose civil penalties up to $1 million a day for noncompliance.

And they include strict reporting requirements and penalties for noncompliance.