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Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC has applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon parts of its natural gas pipeline in Pennsylvania. Known as the Line 4010 Abandonment Project, this proposal involves leaving some sections of the pipeline in place and removing others along with related facilities. The decision stems from safety concerns raised by an order from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will prepare an environmental assessment, scheduled for release on May 16, 2025, with a final federal decision expected by August 14, 2025.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has received applications for special permits related to hazardous materials. The public is invited to comment on these applications by February 11, 2021. Comments should be sent in triplicate and include the application number for reference. Copies of the applications can be inspected at the Records Center in Washington, DC or online at http://regulations.gov.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is issuing a waiver from the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act requirements for certain products that the Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) needs for its safety and modernization grant project. The waiver applies because these products are not readily available in the U.S., or they are too costly to obtain domestically. The waiver covers products like electro-fusion tapping tees, anodeless risers, and lockwing valves, among others, and enables PGW to proceed with updating their gas distribution system in Philadelphia's disadvantaged neighborhoods. This waiver is only applicable to PGW's project and is effective until June 30, 2029.

PHMSA is asking the public to comment on a second set of draft Frequently Asked Questions (Batch-2 FAQs) related to the "Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines" rule. This rule involves reconfirming Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) and expanding assessment requirements for gas transmission pipelines. The FAQs are designed to help explain the rule and how to implement necessary changes, but they are not legally binding. Interested individuals can submit their comments via the Federal Register or by mail, and once reviewed, the final version of the FAQs will be available online.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the Department of Transportation, is proposing new procedures to implement the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). These procedures establish categorical exclusions (CEs), which are categories of actions deemed to typically have minimal environmental impacts. PHMSA invites public comments on these proposed CEs and procedures, aiming to ensure their activities minimize environmental effects and involve public and governmental engagement. Comments must be submitted by January 9, 2025.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced the receipt of applications for special permits related to the transportation of hazardous materials. These applications detail requests for permits to use various transportation methods like motor vehicles, rail freight, cargo vessels, and aircraft, including passenger-carrying planes. People interested in commenting on these applications must do so by March 12, 2021. Copies of the applications can be reviewed at the Records Center in Washington, DC.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a notice regarding applications for modifications to existing special permits concerning the transportation of hazardous materials. The public is invited to comment on these applications by April 10, 2025. Interested parties can inspect copies of the applications at the PHMSA office or online. This notice is part of the procedures under federal hazardous materials law to ensure public input and compliance.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, announced a virtual public meeting of the Lithium Battery Air Safety Advisory Committee on March 3-4, 2021. The meeting aims to facilitate communication among lithium battery manufacturers, air carriers, and the federal government, to discuss and improve the safety of transporting lithium batteries. Members of the public interested in attending or speaking need to register and submit requests by February 17, 2021. The agenda will cover topics such as the effectiveness of transportation regulations, new safety technologies, and potential U.S. positions at international forums.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) of the Department of Transportation has announced the receipt of applications for special permits. These permits relate to the handling and transportation of hazardous materials according to federal regulations. Members of the public can submit comments on these applications by February 18, 2025. The applications can be viewed at the Records Center, and further inquiries can be directed to Donald Burger, the Chief of the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced that its Office of Hazardous Materials Safety will host four public meetings in 2025. These meetings will be held to gather public input in preparation for upcoming international discussions on the transport of dangerous goods. The meetings will support the International Civil Aviation Organization and United Nations sessions, addressing proposals for future safety and regulatory standards. Each meeting will take place about two weeks before the related international conference, allowing for both in-person and online participation.