Hazardous Materials: Modernizing Regulations To Facilitate Transportation of Hazardous Materials Integral to Spacecraft Components and Payloads

2026-06323 — Pipeline Safety: Class Location Change Requirements; Response to Petition for Reconsideration

Pipeline companies and safety pros, listen up! PHMSA just said no to changes requested by the Interstate Natural Gas Association about pipeline safety rules for areas where people live or work. This means the current rules about how pipelines must be upgraded when neighborhoods grow stay in place, so companies should keep their safety upgrades on schedule without extra costs or delays.

2025-12083 — Hazardous Materials: Adoption of Department of Transportation Special Permit 14175

This update lets companies test certain gas cylinders every 10 years using a cool ultrasonic method instead of more often. It helps folks who handle flammable and non-flammable gas containers save time and money by cutting down on how often they need to check their gear. The change kicks in soon and makes safety checks easier without skimping on safety.

2025-12095 — Hazardous Materials: Reduce Training Burdens for America's Farmers

Farmers who handle hazardous materials will have an easier time with training because the government is raising the dollar limit that triggers extra security training. This change means fewer farmers need to take tough courses, saving them time and hassle. The update reflects inflation and helps farmers focus more on their work without extra costs or delays.

2025-12085 — Hazardous Materials: Modernizing Payments To and From America's Bank Account

If you register hazardous materials, get ready to pay online only—no more paper checks! The Department of Transportation is updating the system to make payments faster and easier for everyone. This change will start soon, helping save time and cut down on paperwork.

2026-00566 — Pipeline Safety: Class Location Change Requirements

This new rule helps gas pipeline operators use smarter, modern safety checks when neighborhoods grow around their pipes. Instead of old-school methods, they can now use risk-based tools to decide if they need to adjust pipeline pressure, keeping everyone safer. The rule kicks in on March 16, 2026, and could save operators time and money while boosting safety.

C1-2025-11436 — Hazardous Materials: Liquefied Natural Gas by Rail

This update fixes a small but important detail about how thick the steel walls of liquefied natural gas (LNG) rail tanks must be. Rail companies and tank manufacturers need to follow these corrected thickness rules to keep LNG shipments safe. The change is effective immediately and helps prevent accidents without adding extra costs.

Previous: 2026-01733 — Determination of Attainment by the Attainment Date for the Louisville Moderate Area for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard

The EPA says the Kentucky part of the Louisville area met the 2015 ozone air quality rules by the August 3, 2024 deadline, thanks in part to some special event exceptions. This means cleaner air for residents and no extra penalties or costly fixes right now. People and businesses in Louisville, KY, can breathe easier knowing the area is on track with air quality goals.

Next: 2026-01776 — Notice of Availability and Request for Comment: Revision to the Voluntary Standard for Portable Hook-On Chairs

The Consumer Product Safety Commission wants your thoughts on updated safety rules for portable hook-on chairs—those handy seats that attach to tables. These changes could make the chairs safer for everyone who uses or sells them. If you have ideas or concerns, speak up by February 12, 2026, so the rules can keep kids and families secure without causing extra costs.