PHMSA, part of the Department of Transportation, is asking for public comments on a request from the Southern Natural Gas Company for a special permit. This permit would allow the company to not follow some rules about pipeline safety, specifically concerning pressure and location changes of pipelines. The company wants this permit so they don't have to replace or reduce the pressure on certain parts of their pipeline in Georgia and Mississippi. PHMSA is collecting feedback from the public until February 22, 2021, before deciding whether to approve or deny the request.
Simple Explanation
The government is asking people what they think about letting a gas company change some rules about their pipes, so they don't have to move or fix them in some places. They want to make sure it's safe to do this, and people can share their thoughts until February 22, 2021.