Federal Register #2026-08059

PHMSA Final Rule: Removal of Obsolete Facsimile Reporting Provision in Pipeline Safety Regulations

This regulatory update from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) clarifies reporting requirements for pipeline safety-related conditions. - Government Buyer: - Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Department of Transportation - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are involved; this is not a procurement action - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Removes the obsolete option to file safety-related condition reports by facsimile - Requires all reports to be submitted exclusively by email to InformationResourcesManager@dot.gov - Aims to improve regulatory clarity and compliance - No new substantive requirements imposed on pipeline operators - Scope and Impact: - Broad national scope - No significant impacts on tribal, state, or local governments - No effect on cybersecurity or international trade

Description

This final rule removes an obsolete provision from the safety-related condition reporting requirements in 49 CFR 191.25. Specifically, it eliminates the option for operators to file safety-related condition reports by facsimile, requiring reports to be filed exclusively by email. The rule aims to remove unnecessary delays in the reporting process and improve regulatory clarity and compliance. The effective date of the rule is August 3, 2026.

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