The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is requesting public comments on a special permit application from the El Paso Natural Gas Company, L.L.C. (EPNG). This permit seeks an exemption from certain federal pipeline safety rules, specifically related to changes in class location and maximum allowable operating pressure for a segment of their pipeline in Ward County, Texas. PHMSA will review all submitted comments before deciding whether to approve or deny the permit request. Comments must be submitted by February 24, 2021.
Simple Explanation
The government is asking people to share their thoughts on whether a gas company should be allowed to skip some safety rules for their pipeline in Texas. They want to hear from everyone before they decide if this is a good or bad idea.