Hazardous Materials: Eliminating Unnecessary Regulatory Burdens on Fuel Transportation (Final)
Jan. 15, 2026
PHMSA is adopting several amendments to the Hazardous Materials Regulations to reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens associated with the safe transportation of hazardous materials, including energy products. These amendments will reduce costs for hazardous materials transporters and eliminate unnecessary regulatory burdens on fuel transportation while maintaining or increasing the level of safety provided in the Hazardous Materials Regulations. This rule is effective 13 February 2026. POC is Alexander Wolcott, Standards and Rulemaking Division, 202-366-8553, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590-0001. (Federal Register 14 January 2026 [Rule] Pages 1433-1447)