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This bill establishes the Wojnovich Pipeline Safety Act of 2025, which creates a comprehensive grant program and set of regulations aimed at improving the safety of hazardous liquid pipeline infrastructure. The bill directs the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to establish a $100 million annual grant program from 2026-2030 to help municipalities and community-owned utilities modernize and enhance pipeline safety. Eligible recipients can apply for grants based on their existing pipeline risk profile, potential job creation, and economic impact, with a limit of 12.5% of total funds going to any single recipient. The bill introduces several key safety measures, including mandatory real estate disclosures about pipeline easements, requirements for emergency response plans and alert systems, and provisions for testing water, soil, and air near pipeline incidents. Additionally, the legislation establishes significant financial penalties for pipeline operators who fail to promptly report leaks or accidents, with fines ranging from $2.5 million to $5 million annually. The bill also creates a Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Community Trust Fund to collect these penalties and fund safety initiatives, mandates quarterly industry safety reports, and establishes an Office of Public Engagement to improve communication about pipeline safety with stakeholders and the public.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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