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August 2026
Did You Know?
The U.S. has more than 3.3 million miles of regulated pipelines. That’s enough pipeline to circle the Earth more than 130 times.
2026 Conference News
GPA Midstream ConventionSeptember 20-23, 2026 | San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the River Walk | San Antonio, TX This gathering is the ultimate destination for more than 1,800 midstream professionals from around the world. It’s your chance to connect, collaborate, and explore the latest industry trends and innovations. Whether you’re an entry-level engineer, a seasoned…
PSI Training Schedule
DATE COURSE FEE Nov. 17-19, 2026 DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop (49 CFR 191, 192, 194, 195 & 199) $2,150 Feb. 16-18, 2027 Pipeline Safety Audit Training (Comprehensive Training with Technical & Soft Skills) $2,150 Mar. 23-25, 2027 DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop (49 CFR 191, 192, 194, 195 & 199) $2,150 WEBINAR RECORDING!Unpacking the Key Updates…
Louisiana Updates Underground Utility Damage Prevention Law
Louisiana enacted two measures during the 2026 Regular Session that update the state’s Underground Utilities and Facilities Damage Prevention Law. Act 161 “Mandatory Reporting of Damage to Utilities” – When underground facilities or utilities are damaged by excavation or demolition, in addition to notifying the owner or operator the excavator or demolisher must notify the…
PHMSA Releases Gas Transmission Pipelines Repair Criteria NPRM
On July 8, 2026, PHMSA published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would modernize the federal repair criteria for hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines. If adopted, these would be the first significant updates to the repair requirements in nearly 20 years. The proposal is intended to better align the regulations with current engineering…
PHMSA Announces Summer Research & Development Public Debriefs
PHMSA’s Office of Pipeline Safety (OPS) has announced a series of upcoming virtual events. We’ve provided a summary of the remaining meeting on the schedule below. Date Research Topic Register September 16 Tank Foundation and Floor Designs and Best Practices for Improved Corrosion Control More Info September 22 Subsurface Multi-Utility Asset Location Detection More Info…
The Enforcement Corner
The Enforcement Corner summarizes recent PHMSA enforcement actions, indicating where PHMSA is putting its enforcement efforts and the fines they are proposing for various types of violations. In July 2026, PHMSA issued 1 CAO, 1 NOA, and 3 NOPVs accompanied by $901,930 in proposed fines. Please note: RCP maintains a detailed database of all…
Did You Know?
On August 1, 1872, one of the earliest large-scale natural gas pipeline systems in the U.S. began delivering gas in Titusville, Pennsylvania. The 2-inch iron pipeline stretched five miles and supplied natural gas to more than 250 homes and businesses. That means pipeline-delivered natural gas has been serving U.S. communities for 154 years this month.
Q&A Section
Do you have questions? RCP’s SMEs have the answers. Information will be posted here for questions we often get from clients or discussions we have with regulators regarding interpretations and pending regulatory deadlines. Q: What do PHMSA’s proposed repair criteria changes mean for gas transmission and hazardous liquid pipeline operators? A: PHMSA’s July 8, 2026…