Congressman Langworthy Announces Over $5.1 Million Pipeline Safety Grant for New York

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Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has awarded the New York Department of Public Service $5,156,215 through its State Pipeline Safety Base Grant program. This funding reimburses up to 80 percent of the operating costs for New York's natural gas pipeline inspection and enforcement program, ensuring the safety and reliability of transmission and distribution pipelines across the state.

Key Takeaways:

  • The U.S. Department of Transportation's PHMSA has awarded the New York Department of Public Service $5,156,215 through its State Pipeline Safety Base Grant program.
  • The funding reimburses up to 80% of the operating costs for New York's natural gas pipeline inspection and enforcement program.
  • Congressman Langworthy praised the award, emphasizing the importance of natural gas as a clean, reliable, and safe form of energy.
  • Congressman Langworthy serves on the Energy and Commerce Committee and represents New York's 23rd Congressional District.
  • The grant will fund state inspectors, equipment, and enforcement activities to strengthen oversight of pipeline systems and ensure compliance with both state and federal safety standards.
  • Congressman Langworthy is also fighting to pass his legislation, the Energy Choice Act, to prevent a ban on natural gas and propane in new home construction and commercial construction under 10 stories.
  • The grant is intended to ensure the safety of natural gas pipelines in New York, protecting communities while meeting growing energy needs.

Statistics:

  • $5,156,215: The amount awarded to the New York Department of Public Service through the State Pipeline Safety Base Grant program.
  • 80%: The percentage of operating costs reimbursed by the grant for New York's natural gas pipeline inspection and enforcement program.
  • 23rd Congressional District: The district represented by Congressman Nick Langworthy in New York.

Sources:

  • Langworthy, Congressman Nick. "Congressman Langworthy Announces Over $5.1 Million Pipeline Safety Grant for New York." Langworthy.house.gov, Aug. 29, 2023.