PHMSA seeks comments on Argent LNG special permit request
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PHMSA is considering whether to let Argent LNG use the 2026 edition of NFPA 59A, instead of the older 2001 standard currently referenced in federal rules, for the design, construction, and testing of LNG membrane storage tanks at its proposed project in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. The notice opens a 30-day public comment period ending June 10, 2026. LNG developers, pipeline safety experts, local communities, environmental stakeholders, and competitors may want to review the proposed permit conditions and submit safety, environmental, or technical comments before PHMSA decides whether to approve the request.
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Key Changes
- Opens public comment on Argent LNG’s request for a special permit for its proposed Louisiana LNG project
- Would allow use of the 2026 NFPA 59A standard for LNG membrane tank design, construction, and testing instead of the 2001 edition referenced in current rules
- PHMSA will review comments before deciding whether to grant or deny the special permit
Obligations
What this law requires
Submit any comments on the Argent LNG special permit request to PHMSA by the close of the 30-day comment period.
Identify Docket No. PHMSA-2026-0959 at the beginning of any comments submitted on the special permit request.
If submitting comments by mail, provide two copies to the DOT Docket Management System.
To request confidential treatment for submitted Confidential Business Information, mark each page of the original submission containing CBI as “Confidential.”
When submitting Confidential Business Information, send PHMSA a second copy of the original document with the CBI deleted.