Bye-Bye Fax: Pipelines Finally Email Their Safety Woes
Published Date: 4/24/2026
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Summary
Starting August 3, 2026, pipeline operators must stop sending safety reports by fax and switch to email only. This change affects all pipeline operators and speeds up how safety issues get reported, making the process smoother and faster. No extra costs are expected—just a simple update to keep things modern and efficient!
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Pipeline Reports: Fax Banned, Email Required
If you operate a pipeline, you must stop sending safety-related condition reports by fax and file them by email starting August 3, 2026. Send reports to [email protected]. The agency says this change speeds reporting, reduces delays, and is expected to impose de minimis or no extra costs on operators.
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