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PUC Seeks Comments On Proposed Pipeline Safety Rule To Deal With Marcellus Shale Issues
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The Public Utility Commission this week issued a proposed rulemaking for comment that adopts applicable federal regulations and bring its safety regulations in line with the Federal Pipeline Safety Program.
The Commission voted 5-0 to issue the proposed amendment to these regulations to include transportation of hazardous materials and liquid fuels, including natural gas, by pipeline to be consistent with federal requirements.
Pennsylvania currently exercises jurisdiction over petroleum and oil pipeline utilities. The Commission also has jurisdiction over hazardous materials and liquid fuels transported via pipeline or conduit for public compensation, however, no specific regulations are in place to effectively address enforcement and safety issues.
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous materials Safety Administration's Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Grant Program supports efforts to develop and maintain state natural gas, liquefied natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline safety programs. Pennsylvania participates in the performance-based program and funding is allocated based upon the degree to which a state has met specific measures.
The proposed language change increases the state's compliance with these measures.
Search for relevant documents and updates on the PUC Search webpage under Docket No. L-2008-2034622.
Interested parties may comment within 30 days following publication in the Pa Bulletin. More information on how to comment can be found in the final Order.
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7/19/2010 |
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