18 Jun 2025
⚠️Rescission of Pipeline Safety Advisory Bulletin by PHMSA
Pipeline Safety: Recission of Advisory Bulletin on Section 114 of the Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety Act of 2020
Summary
PHMSA is publishing this notice to rescind an advisory bulletin and related statements of policy and applicability concerning the requirements in section 114 of the "Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety Act of 2020."
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The regulatory notice discusses the rescission of an advisory bulletin affecting pipeline operators' obligations under the 2020 PIPES Act. This has direct implications for compliance and regulatory requirements, requiring businesses to reassess their inspection and maintenance plans based on updated interpretations of the law, potentially affecting operational costs and legal compliance.