Adoption of Federal pipeline safety laws

Act 127 of 2011, § 302, under GAS AND HAZARDOUS LIQUIDS PIPELINES ACT - ENACTMENT.

Act 127 of 2011, § 302

Section 302. Adoption of Federal pipeline safety laws.

(a) General rule.--The safety standards and regulations for pipeline operators shall be those issued under the Federal pipeline safety laws as implemented in 49 CFR Subtitle B Ch. I Subch. D (relating to pipeline safety).

(b) Amendments to Federal law.--

(1) Amendments to Federal pipeline safety laws shall have the effect of amending or modifying the safety standards and regulations for the transportation of gas and hazardous liquids in this Commonwealth.

(2) An amendment or modification under paragraph (1) shall take effect 60 days after its effective date.