Pipeline Safety : Background, Practices and Regulatory Changes / Michael E. Massaro, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Massaro, Michael E., editor.

Series:

Energy Policies, Politics and Prices

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Gas pipelines--Law and legislation.

Gas pipelines.

Pipelines--Safety measures--Government policy--United States.

Pipelines.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (320 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Science Publishers, [2024]

Summary:

The U.S. energy pipeline network includes approximately 3.3 million miles of onshore pipeline transporting natural gas, crude oil, and other hazardous liquids. Over the past decade, major safety incidents in California, Massachusetts, Mississippi, and other states have drawn criticism from stakeholders and have raised concerns in Congress about pipeline safety regulation. The 2021 ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline has also drawn attention to federal pipeline security activities, including agency roles and the linkage between pipeline safety and security. Chapter 1 examines the progress of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) in implementing the Protecting Our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety Act of 2020 (P.L. 116-260, PIPES Act of 2020) and examining future needs in pipeline safety. Chapter 2 addresses PHMSA's process to record pipeline safety enforcement information and the extent to which its pipeline enforcement website aligns with key practices for transparently reporting data. Chapter 3 reviews the history and role of the federal program for pipeline safety, including a discussion of pipeline safety trends and major accidents. Chapter 4 identifies key regulatory changes that stakeholders believe will impact gas transmission pipeline safety.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Pipeline Safety: Reviewing Implementation of the Pipes Act of 2020 and Examining Future Safety Needs(

I. Summary of Subject Matter

II. Purpose

II. Background

About the Agency

Pipeline Safety Framework

PHMSA's Pipeline Safety Oversight

States' Pipeline Safety Oversight

Cybersecurity

III. Pipeline Safety Legislation

IV. Future Needs in Pipeline Safety

Pipeline Safety Incidents

Carbon Dioxide Pipeline Transportation

Hydrogen Pipeline Transportation

V. Witnesses

Opening Statement of Hon. Troy E. Nehls of Texas, Chairman, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, And Hazardous Materials

Prepared Statement of Hon. Troy E. Nehls, a Representative in Congress from the State of Texas, and Chairman, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials

Letter of March 8, 2023, to Hon. Troy E. Nehls, Chairman, and Hon. Donald

1. Consider Extending the Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization (''NGDISM'') Grants

2. Consider Language Strengthening the Advisory Committee Process

3. Maintain PHMSA's Cost-Benefit Analysis Requirement

4. Adequate Funding for Phmsa and Their State Partners

Statement of the American Petroleum Institute, Submitted for the Record by Hon. Troy E. Nehls

Energy Security

Commitment to Pipeline Safety

Effective Regulatory Process

Well Trained and Efficient Regulator

The Importance of API Pipeline Standards

Pipeline Safety Reauthorization Priorities

1. Recognizing Role of Technology, Innovation, and Leading Practices in Reaching Zero

2. Proactively Advancing a Safe and Sustainable Energy Future

3. Embracing and Recognizing Communities as Partners in Safety

Conclusion.

Press Release of March 8, 2023, from the Distribution Contractors Association and the United Association of Union Plumbers and Pipefitters, Submitted for the Record by Hon. Troy E. Nehls

Construction Entities Call for Punishment for Pipeline Attacks, Improved Mapping in Pipeline Safety Hearing

Protection of Critical Infrastructure from Physical Attacks

GIS Mapping

Opening Statement of Hon. Donald M. Payne, Jr., of New Jersey, Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials

Prepared Statement of Hon. Donald M. Payne, Jr., a Representative in Congress from the State of New Jersey, and Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials

Opening Statement of Hon. Rick Larsen of Washington, Ranking Member, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

Letter of March 7, 2023, to Hon. Troy E. Nehls, Chairman, and Donald M. Payne, Jr., Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, and Hon. Sam Graves, Chairman, and Hon. Rick Larsen, Ranking Member, Committee on Tran...

Prepared Statement of Hon. Rick Larsen, a Representative in Congress from the State of Washington, and Ranking Member, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

Testimony of Tristan Brown, Deputy Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

Andrew J. Black, President and Chief Executive Officer, Liquid Energy Pipeline Association (LEPA)

Kenneth W. Grubb, Chief Operating Off...

Testimony of Tristan Brown, Deputy Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (Phmsa)

Prepared Statement of Tristan Brown, Deputy Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

Introduction

Rulemaking

Increased Litigation

Enforcement and Compliance

Research and Innovation.

Hydrogen/Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

LNG

Funding for State Pipeline Safety Programs

Control Room Management and Cyber Security

OIG Inspection, GAO Audits, and NTSB Recommendations

Transparency, Equity, Environmental Justice, and Outreach to Underserved Communities

Increased Engagement with the Public

Efficiencies in Oversight, Taxpayer Stewardship, and Focus on Employees

Conclusion

Testimony of Andrew J. Black, President and Chief Executive Officer, Liquid Energy Pipeline Association (LEPA)

Prepared Statement of Andrew J. Black, President and Chief Executive Officer, Liquid Energy Pipeline Association (LEPA)

Legislative Priorities

2023 Pipeline Safety Reauthorization

Leverage Safety Technology &amp

Knowledge

Safe Low Carbon Future

Improve PHMSA Safety Programs

Improve Pipeline Safety Technology Demonstration Program

Promote Safety Sharing through Voluntary Information Systems

Modernize Pipeline Incident Notification with Online Filing

Allow Risk-Based Inspections for Storage Tanks

Incorporate Leading Safety Standards into Program Requirements

Update CO2 Pipeline Safety Standards

Clarify PHMSA Methane Regulation Scope

Optimize PHMSA Valve Inspection Scope

Increase PHMSA Inspection Program Transparency

Focus PHMSA Special Permit Program

Improve PHMSA Enforcement Processes

Provide Expert Pipeline Safety Regulatory Personnel

Enhance Pipeline Right of Way Management

Jump Start Required Regulation of Idled Pipe

Close Loophole in Penalties for Pipeline Attacks

Testimony of Kenneth W. Grubb, Chief Operating Officer, Natural Gas Pipelines, Kinder Morgan, Inc., on Behalf of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA).

Prepared Statement of Kenneth W. Grubb, Chief Operating Officer, Natural Gas Pipelines, Kinder Morgan, Inc., on behalf of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA)

1. INGAA's Number One Priority Is Safety, and We Support Having a Strong Safety Regulator

2. PHMSA Should Complete Its Work on the Class Location Rulemaking and Issue a Final Rule

3. The Gas Pipeline Advisory Committee (GPAC) Strengthens Rulemakings and Should Meet More Frequently

4. PHMSA Should Prioritize Hiring Safety Engineers to Assist with Its Rulemakings

Testimony of Bill Caram, Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust

Prepared Statement of Bill Caram, Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust

Overview of the State of U.S. Pipeline Safety

Critical Pipeline Safety Issues

Eliminate Cost-Benefit Requirements Under 49 U.S.C. 60102

Eliminate the Nonapplication Clause in 49 U.S.C. 60104(b)

Include Mandamus Clause

Prohibit Reportable Unintended Releases

Increase Authorized Appropriations and Add Recruitment and Retention Flexibility

Require Rupture Mitigation Valves on Existing Gas Pipelines in High Consequence Areas

Improve Carbon Dioxide Pipeline Safety Regulations

Improve Hydrogen Pipeline Safety

Require Blended Products to be Reported to PHMSA

Improve Geohazard Mitigation Regulations

Natural Gas Incident Reporting

Public Transparency Improvements

National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS) Improvements

Require Operators to Disclose Certain Safety Information

Improve Reporting Data Metrics

Create Office of Public Engagement

Other Needed Safety Improvements

Increase Penalties

Eliminate Natural Gas Operator's Choice in Determining High Consequence Areas

Close Class Location Loophole on Building Occupancy

Eliminate Safety Related Condition Report Exemptions.

Require Mandatory Reporting of Liquid Over-Pressurization Events

Prevention Programs

Mandate Offshore Pipeline Safety Improvements

Clarify ''Confirmed Discovery'' Definition

Appendix: Statutory and Regulatory Language Where Appropriate

Submissions for the Record

Letter of March 22, 2023, to Hon. Sam Graves, Chairman, and Hon. Rick Larsen, Ranking Member, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, from Geoff Moody, Senior Vice President, Government Relations and Policy, American Fuel and Petrochemical Man...

Enhance Pipeline Safety Through Data-Driven and Risk Based Initiatives

Enable Technology Advancements Through Modernized Pipeline Safety Standards

Improve PHMSA Safety and Enforcement Programs

Appendix

Questions from Hon. Troy E. Nehls to Tristan Brown, Deputy Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

Questions from Hon. Donald M. Payne, Jr. to Tristan Brown, Deputy Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

Questions from Hon. Mike Bost to Tristan Brown, Deputy Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

Questions from Hon. Donald M. Payne, Jr. to Andrew J. Black, President and Chief Executive Officer, Liquid Energy Pipeline Association (LEPA)

Questions from Hon. Donald M. Payne, Jr. to Kenneth W. Grubb, Chief Operating Officer, Natural Gas Pipelines, Kinder Morgan, Inc., on Behalf of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA)

Questions from Hon. Troy E. Nehls to Bill Caram, Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust

Questions from Hon. Donald M. Payne, Jr. To Bill Caram, Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust

Questions from Hon. Mike Bost to Bill Caram, Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust

Chapter 2.

Pipeline Safety: Fully Implementing Key Practices Could Help Improve Transparency of Enforcement Website(.

Notes:

Includes index.

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ISBN:

9798895300664