WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has issued a rule called: Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-NFPA 70.

The rule was published in the Federal Register on Oct. 2 by Benjamin D. Kochman, Deputy Administrator.

Summary: PHMSA is confirming the effective date for the DFR that appeared in the Federal Registeron July 1, 2025. The DFR amended PHMSA's regulations at 49 CFR part 192 to incorporate by reference the updated industry standard National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70, "National Electrical Code" (NEC).

For more information, contact Brianna Wilson, Transportation Specialist, by phone at 771-215-0969 or email at brianna.wilson@dot.gov.

The full text of the rule can be found at: http://www....