PHMSA Renews Hazmat Paperwork Requirements
Published Date: 7/1/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is asking for public comments on renewing some paperwork rules about hazardous materials. This affects companies and people who handle dangerous goods, and the goal is to keep safety info clear without making paperwork too hard. Comments are open until July 1, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Portable Tanks and IBCs Paperwork Burden
If you manufacture or own portable tanks or intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), PHMSA is seeking renewal of the information collection (OMB Control Number 2137-0018) that requires design testing, periodic requalification, approvals, and records. PHMSA lists 1,470 respondents, 202,775 total annual responses, and 56,143 total annual burden hours for these requirements. Comments on renewing this paperwork are due by July 1, 2026.
Hazardous Materials Incident Reporting
If you are a shipper or carrier involved in hazardous materials transport, PHMSA is renewing the Hazardous Materials Incident Report collection (OMB Control Number 2137-0039) that requires telephone notifications and written or electronic incident reports. PHMSA lists 518 respondents, 23,328 total annual responses, and 20,455 total annual burden hours for this collection. Comments are due by July 1, 2026.
Public Sector Grants Application Burden
State, local governments, and Indian tribes applying for PHMSA Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants (OMB Control Number 2137-0586) must complete application and reporting paperwork. PHMSA lists 68 respondents, 68 total annual responses, and 5,662 total annual burden hours for grant-related collections. Comments are due by July 1, 2026.
Cargo Tank Motor Vehicle Records and Tests
If you operate, manufacture, or repair cargo tank motor vehicles that carry liquefied compressed gases, PHMSA is renewing the information collection (OMB Control Number 2137-0595) requiring marking, monthly inspections, testing, certifications, and records. PHMSA lists 34,450 respondents, 906,168 total annual responses, and 182,232 total annual burden hours for these requirements. Comments are due by July 1, 2026.
Non‑Bulk Packaging Testing Records
If you manufacture non-bulk hazardous materials packaging, PHMSA is renewing the collection (OMB Control Number 2137-0572) that requires testing, test reports, closure instructions, and recordkeeping. PHMSA lists 21,690 respondents, 32,610 total annual responses, and 32,750 total annual burden hours for these requirements. Comments must be submitted by July 1, 2026.
Meter Prover Inspection and Recordkeeping
If you own meter provers used to measure liquid hazardous materials, PHMSA is renewing the collection (OMB Control Number 2137-0620) that requires annual visual inspections, hydrostatic pressure testing every 5 years, marking, and record retention. PHMSA lists 500 total respondents, 500 total annual responses, and 175 total annual burden hours for these requirements. Comments must be sent by July 1, 2026.
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