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In This Issue

  1. DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop – September 25 & 26
  2. THLPSS Teleconference on Low-Stress and Rural Liquid Pipeline Regulations [Docket No. PHMSA-98-4470]
  3. New 2007 API RP 753 – Management of Hazards Associated with Location of Process Plant Portable Buildings
  4. PHMSA 2007 R&D; Forum – Request for White Papers
  5. Integrity Management Services
  6. PST 2007 Conference – November 15 & 16
  7. TRRC Issues Final Rule: Chapter 18 – Underground Pipeline Damage Prevention
  8. Damage Prevention Plans
  9. New York State — Pipeline Security Legislation
  10. Need A Security Plan or Audit?
  11. 2007 International Pipeline Security Forum
  12. TRRC Proposed Rulemaking – Re-adopt Chapter 8, Pipeline Safety Regulations

New York State — Pipeline Security Legislation

The New York State legislature passed a bill adding a new §715 that will provide authority to the state Department of Homeland Security to conduct a review and inspect aviation fuel tanks and pipelines and make any appropriate recommendations to strengthen those facilities. The legislation also provides authority for the state Public Service Commission to require by regulation that the recommendations be implemented. As deemed appropriate, the office of homeland security shall have the authority to:

  • Physically inspect the premises
  • Review any audits or reports related to the security of such critical infrastructure

The Governor is expected to sign the bill. This bill was introduced in the wake of the alleged plot to blow up tankage and pipelines providing fuel to JFK International airport.

For a copy of the new bill, contact Jessica Roger.