This notice of reopen comment period invites public comment on a rulemaking prop submitted by a group designated as the Joint Commfienters. The Joint Commpnters submitted the proposal as an alternative to a previously issued Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) proposing requirements for the .installation of excess flow valves (EFVs) on certain new and replaced gas service lines to improve safety and mitigate the consequences of service line incidents. EFVs shut off the flow of gas by closing automatically when a line is broken. 'RSPA solicits public comments on this alternative proposal for consideration in this rulemaking.