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…
July 2026
PHMSA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Updates to Pipeline Reporting Forms
PHMSA has proposed revisions to several pipeline safety reporting forms used by gas, hazardous liquid, and carbon dioxide pipeline operators. The updates are intended to improve the quality, consistency, and usefulness of the information submitted to the agency, helping PHMSA better identify safety trends, evaluate risks, and prioritize oversight activities. Among the proposed changes are…
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 June 2026, PHMSA issued 1 CAO, 2 NOA, 0 NOPVs, and 3 WLs accompanied by $0 in proposed fines. Please note: RCP maintains a detailed database of…
Updated D&A Testing Collection Procedures
DOT issued a minor update to its drug and alcohol testing rules to address a temporary gap related to oral fluid testing. While oral fluid testing was approved in a previous rule, it cannot yet be used because certified laboratories are not in place. This update ensures that in situations where oral fluid testing would…
Regulatory Watch: Key Dates & Deadlines
Welcome to Regulatory Watch! In this monthly update, we’ll keep you informed on proposed rule comment periods, effective dates, and upcoming deadlines for various compliance requirements. Have questions about an upcoming deadline? Please reach out to Jessica Foley for assistance!
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