This advance notice invites public participation at an early stage i the rulemaking process for adoption of new Federal safety standards for liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities. The need for comprehensive new Federal LNG safety standards is evident from the concern expressed by Congressional committees; the Federal Power Commission and other Federal, state, and local agencies; nongovenment organizations; representatives of industry; and the public in general over the adequacy of present standards to Provide for public safety. The new standards would govern the design (including site selection), construction, operation, and maintenance of LNG facilities used in the transportation of natural gas by pipeline in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce.