🛢️PHMSA Notice on Special Permit Extension for GPLNG Terminal
Pipeline Safety: Request for Special Permit
Summary
On June 3, 2019, PHMSA granted special permit PHMSA-2018-0042 to Golden Pass LNG Terminal LLC (GPLNG) for a six-year term, which will expire on June 2, 2025. PHMSA-2018-0042 waives compliance from certain regulations for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal (GPLNG Terminal) located in Jefferson County, Texas. PHMSA is publishing this notice to solicit public comments on a request from GPLNG to extend the term for special permit PHMSA-2018-0042 until June 2, 2028. At the conclusion of the 30-day comment period, PHMSA will review the comments received from this notice as part of its evaluation to grant or deny the special permit request.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The regulatory notice pertains to an extension request for a special permit that allows deviations from certain federal pipeline safety regulations at the GPLNG Terminal, impacting compliance obligations and operational timelines for businesses involved in LNG operations. The ability to extend operations until 2028 could lead to significant financial implications for stakeholders.