Environmental Impact Statements; Availability, etc.: Pipeline Safety; Amendments to Liquefied Natural Gas Facilities Rulemaking
Summary
The federal government is proposing new rules about how companies must report environmental impacts when building or expanding liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities and pipelines. The rules aim to ensure that communities and the public have better information about how these energy infrastructure projects might affect the environment and local areas.
Key Points
- 1Companies building or expanding LNG facilities and natural gas pipelines will need to prepare detailed environmental impact statements that examine potential effects on air, water, wildlife, and communities
- 2The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is updating rules for LNG facilities to ensure consistent environmental review standards across the energy industry
- 3The public will have opportunities to review and comment on environmental impact statements before projects are approved, allowing communities to raise concerns
- 4Companies must disclose information about risks like leaks, explosions, and effects on nearby neighborhoods when proposing these energy infrastructure projects
- 5Public comment period ends on July 8, 2025, so interested individuals and organizations can submit feedback to the federal government about these proposed rules
Key Dates
June 6, 2025
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