FR: Research and Special Programs Administration

Pipeline Safety: Operator Qualifications; Statutory Changes

The Research and Special Programs Administration published a final rule amending pipeline safety regulations concerning operator qualifications. These changes are based on statutory updates and affect how pipeline operators are qualified.

Office of Hazardous Materials Safety: Notice of Application for Exemptions

The Department of Transportation's Research and Special Programs Administration published a notice regarding applications for exemptions from hazardous materials safety rules. The notice provides information on the application process and a deadline for public comments.

Notice of Applications for Modification of Exemption

The Department of Transportation's Research and Special Programs Administration published a notice regarding applications for modification of exemption. The notice provides a comment deadline for interested parties.

Damage Prevention Program Rule

The Research and Special Programs Administration published a final rule establishing a Damage Prevention Program. This rule is codified under 49 CFR Part 192 and aims to prevent damage to pipeline facilities.

Shippers' General Requirements for Shipments and Packagings Correction

The Research and Special Programs Administration issued a correction to Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations regarding shippers' general requirements for shipments and packagings. This correction amends § 173.315 concerning compressed gases in cargo tanks and portable tanks.