FERC and USDOT news
A fifth circuit showdown over pipeline expansion: Gas Transmission NW, LLC vs FERC
Amy Mitchell, an attorney at Spencer Fane, writes about a landmark Fifth Circuit case examining FERC’s regulatory approach to pipeline expansion, focusing on cost allocation, environmental review, and agency discretion.
Trump’s Transportation Department to invest nearly US$100 million in modernising ageing pipeline infrastructure
PHMSA grant programme provides funding to repair or replace leak-prone pipeline infrastructure.
Trimble initiates FedRAMP authorisation for a range of connected construction solutions
Trimble begins the initiation for the Federal Risk and Authorisation Management Programme (FedRAMP®) authorisation process for its Trimble Connect®, Trimble ProjectSight® and Trimble Unityâ„¢ solutions.
USDOT rescinds Biden-era guidance
USDOT rescinds Advisory Bulletin issued by Biden administration.
USDOT enhances pipeline enforcement policies
USDOT enhances pipeline enforcement policies to protect due process, refocus agency.
Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announces effort to update gas pipeline repair – and LNG infrastructure – regulations
Plan to update pipeline repair requirements, pipeline class location change requirements and outdated liquefied natural gas regulations.
US Transportation Secretary advocates for enhancing pipeline safety
US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy advocates for enhancing pipeline safety in new advisory.
US DOT increases grant funds for state pipeline and underground gas storage safety programmes
Department of Transportation substantially increases grant funds supporting state pipeline and underground gas storage safety programmes.
Audubon leverages advanced Plastometrex pipeline testing technology
Plastometrex announces that Audubon has employed its non-destructive pipeline material verification system that delivers reliable, immediate data to support integrity management and regulatory compliance.
Biden-Harris administration announces US$200 million in grants to fix ageing natural gas pipes
PHMSA solicits grant applications for nearly US$200 million for infrastructure safety.