Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-NFPA 59
Key claim: PHMSA confirmed the effective date of a direct final rule amending 49 CFR part 192 to incorporate by reference the updated NFPA 59 Utility LP-Gas Plant Code.
Abstract
(Rule · Transportation Department, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) PHMSA is confirming the effective date for a DFR published in the Federal Register on April 24, 2026. The DFR amended PHMSA’s regulations at 49 CFR part 192 to incorporate by reference the updated industry standard NFPA 59, Utility LP-Gas Plant Code (NFPA 59).
[This finding represents 2 closely related documents issued 2026-07-31 (same source, same action). Related: fedreg:2026-15571]
Why this matters
PHMSA confirmed the effective date of a direct final rule amending 49 CFR part 192 to incorporate by reference the updated NFPA 59 Utility LP-Gas Plant Code.