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NJ AR32
NJ AR32Expresses to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission opposition to proposed Northeast Supply Enhancement Project; urges consideration of certain alternative projects.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This Assembly Resolution expresses to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) its opposition to the Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) Project, a proposed capacity expansion of the Transco Pipeline, an interstate natural gas transmission pipeline, which includes a natural gas compressor station to be located in Franklin Township, Somerset County, New Jersey on land previously owned by Trap Rock Industries LLC, which operates the nearby Kingston Quarry. Much of the current natural gas transmission pipeline system in the area is approximately 50 years old and it is unclear whether this older natural gas transmission pipeline will be able to withstand the increased natural gas volume and velocity proposed by the NESE Project. The Kingston Quarry is an active blasting zone, which may increase the potential for an explosion at the natural gas compressor station and raises concern over the health and safety of local residents. In March 2017, it was announced that Transco, which operates natural gas transmission pipelines in the northeast, filed an application with the FERC seeking authorization for the NESE Project to be built. This House opposes the NESE Project and urges the FERC to consider alternative projects that may satisfy New York's energy growth needs without risking the health and safety of New Jersey residents and visitors, and the environment.
AI Summary
This resolution expresses strong opposition to the Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) Project, a proposed natural gas pipeline expansion by Transco Pipeline (owned by Williams Partners) that would involve constructing a 32,000 horsepower compressor station in Franklin Township, New Jersey. The resolution raises significant concerns about the project's potential risks, including the age of existing pipeline infrastructure, proximity to an active blasting quarry, potential explosion hazards, inadequate emergency response capabilities, and environmental impacts. Specifically, the resolution highlights issues such as low water pressure in the area, lack of fire hydrants, potential air quality problems from chemical emissions and "blowdowns" (deliberate gas venting), and environmental disruption to the Raritan Bay, including disturbance of 22 square miles of contaminated seafloor. The New York Department of Environmental Conservation has already denied a water quality permit for the project, and the resolution urges the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to consider alternative projects that can meet energy needs without compromising public health, safety, and environmental integrity. The resolution directs that copies be sent to the FERC chairman and commissioners to formally communicate these concerns.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/AR32 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/AR/32_I1.HTM |
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