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Considerations for Municipalities

eBikes, eScooters, and other lithium battery powered micromobility devices are increasingly common. As municipalities permit shared micromobility operations in their jurisdictions, they should be aware of the hazards posed by lithium batteries and the requirements for safe transportation of...

Implementing Procedures

On June 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued DOT Order 5610.1D, DOT's Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts, which includes PHMSA-specific guidance (Subpart E). These procedures were issued in coordination with the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) to simplify the environmental review and permitting process and to ensure efficient and timely environmental reviews.

Pipeline Safety: 2024 Risk Modeling Public Workshop

The purpose of the PHMSA 2024 Risk Modeling Public Workshop is to discuss risk modeling methodologies and tools for the evaluation of gas, carbon dioxide (CO2), and hazardous liquid pipelines. PHMSA will discuss and receive public feedback on recent advancements and improvements in risk analyses...