DOT proposes to extend inspection timelines for pipeline storage tanks By Carlos Anchondo, E&E News (June 1, 2026) “We don’t yet know whether PHMSA has paired the longer intervals with adequate safeguards,” said Bill Caram, the … [Read more...] about DOT proposes to extend inspection timelines for pipeline storage tanks
Pipelines
U-M report says federal pipeline regulators rarely enforce safety rules, leaving Line 5 at risk
U-M report says federal pipeline regulators rarely enforce safety rules, leaving Line 5 at risk By Kyle Davidson, Michigan Advance (May 8, 2026) "It cites an analysis from the Pipeline Safety Trust, an advocacy group, which argues … [Read more...] about U-M report says federal pipeline regulators rarely enforce safety rules, leaving Line 5 at risk
Statement: PHMSA Needs to Do More than Publish a Voluntary Advisory Bulletin to Make a Difference on Excavation Damage
April 30, 2026 Bellingham, WA – A new Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) Advisory Bulletin again chooses voluntary guidance over a rulemaking needed to close critical safety gaps and help prevent … [Read more...] about Statement: PHMSA Needs to Do More than Publish a Voluntary Advisory Bulletin to Make a Difference on Excavation Damage
Letter of Opposition to Subcommittee on Energy Bill: Pipeline Safety Reauthorization Act of 2026
Pipeline Safety Trust Releases 2025 State Regulator Website Transparency Reviews
Last year’s review underscores that in numerous states; pipeline safety programs fall short in adequately providing information even on topics directly impacting community members. While four state programs did receive perfect scores, 16 … [Read more...] about Pipeline Safety Trust Releases 2025 State Regulator Website Transparency Reviews
PHMSA’s Class Location Change Final Rule is Balanced, but Not Without Safety Concerns
Pipeline Safety Trust has concerns with the Final Rule in a few key areas where PHMSA has rolled back restrictions. The rule grants operators permission to use existing, old pipe, perhaps with known manufacturing issues, and provides little … [Read more...] about PHMSA’s Class Location Change Final Rule is Balanced, but Not Without Safety Concerns
Key Dem accuses pipeline safety agency of catering to industry
Key Dem accuses pipeline safety agency of catering to industry By Mike Soraghan, E&E News (Dec. 17, 2025) "The Pipeline Safety Trust watchdog group has reported that PHMSA's enforcement fines dropped 98 percent below the agency's … [Read more...] about Key Dem accuses pipeline safety agency of catering to industry
Trump administration cancels pipeline safety research
Trump administration cancels pipeline safety research By Mike Soraghan, E&E News (Dec. 15, 2025) "It was one of nine safety-related projects PHMSA canceled this year, according to the watchdog group Pipeline Safety Trust. The … [Read more...] about Trump administration cancels pipeline safety research
Amid Trump’s Proposed Pipeline Safety Rollbacks, Senator Questions Regulators’ Industry Ties
Amid Trump’s Proposed Pipeline Safety Rollbacks, Senator Questions Regulators’ Industry Ties By Jesse Coburn, ProPublica (Dec. 15, 2025) "The agency’s activities under the new administration have alarmed the Pipeline Safety Trust, an … [Read more...] about Amid Trump’s Proposed Pipeline Safety Rollbacks, Senator Questions Regulators’ Industry Ties
How Trump’s Transportation Department Is Loosening Safety Rules Meant to Protect the Public
How Trump’s Transportation Department Is Loosening Safety Rules Meant to Protect the Public By Jesse Coburn, Pro Publica (Nov. 20, 2025) "The new appointees have wasted little time. PHMSA has published 23 notices of proposed … [Read more...] about How Trump’s Transportation Department Is Loosening Safety Rules Meant to Protect the Public