LNG Rules Rewrite: PHMSA Gears Up Eco-Impact Study
Published Date: 6/6/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
PHMSA is getting ready to study how changes to liquefied natural gas (LNG) safety rules might affect the environment. This means they’ll look closely at any possible impacts and ask everyone—from local communities to tribes—to share their thoughts. If you’re involved with LNG or care about the environment, now’s the time to speak up before the new rules take shape!
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