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The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced a list of applications they have received for modifications to special permits related to hazardous materials transportation, as per the Department of Transportation's regulations. They invite public comments on these applications, which must be submitted by January 31, 2025. Each application specifies the modes of transportation involved and is available for public review at the Records Center or online. Donald P. Burger, Chief of the General Approvals and Permits Branch, issued this notice on January 8, 2025.

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.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has published a notice to request public comments on a special permit application from Tennessee Gas Pipeline, L.L.C. (TGP). This permit seeks an exemption from certain federal pipeline safety regulations, particularly concerning changes in pipeline class locations and maximum allowable operating pressure. The exemption covers sections of the pipeline in Texas, Louisiana, and Tennessee, which need relief instead of replacing the pipeline or reducing its pressure. Interested parties have until February 18, 2021, to submit their comments regarding the safety and environmental implications of granting this permit.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is inviting public comments on three information collection requests related to hazardous materials transportation as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The agency plans to renew and extend these control numbers with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Comments can be submitted through various methods by May 9, 2025. Specifically, they are seeking input on requirements and burdens for transporting radioactive materials, labeling hazardous material shipments, and transporting flammable liquids by rail.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) within the Department of Transportation has announced that it has received applications to modify existing special permits related to hazardous materials transportation. These applications pertain to various modes of transport such as motor vehicles, rail freight, cargo vessels, and aircraft. Interested parties are invited to submit their comments referencing the application number by March 11, 2025. The applications and related documents are available for public inspection in Washington, DC, or online.

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) is announcing a list of applications for new special permits related to hazardous materials transportation. These permits are being processed according to the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations. The public has until April 25, 2025, to submit comments on these applications. For more information, individuals can contact Donald Burger at the PHMSA.

PHMSA is inviting public feedback on a revised set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) concerning operator qualification in pipeline safety. These revisions aim to provide greater clarity and ensure each FAQ aligns with specific regulatory requirements. The proposal follows the efforts of a PHMSA team that evaluated existing FAQs to refine, update, or eliminate those that are obsolete, resulting in 40 draft FAQs available for public viewing. Comments on these revisions must be submitted by February 16, 2021.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) of the Department of Transportation has announced a list of applications for new special permits related to hazardous materials. These permits are part of the Department's Hazardous Material Regulations. Comments on the applications are will be accepted until February 18, 2025. To learn more, individuals can contact the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety or visit the Records Center in Washington, DC.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the Department of Transportation, announced an extension of the public comment period for their proposed rule change on the transportation of hazardous materials. Initially set to close on January 27, 2025, the comment period is now extended by 90 days, ending on April 28, 2025. This extension comes after requests from organizations like the Railway Supply Institute and acknowledges the challenges posed by the holiday season in allowing stakeholders adequate time to respond. This proposed rule aims to enhance the safe transportation of hazardous materials by updating the Hazardous Materials Regulations.