HB 4730

House·20th Congress·Filed Sep 23, 2025

An Act Providing for the Regulation of Oil and Gas Pipelines, Creating the National Pipeline Board for the Purpose, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes

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The bill would create a National Pipeline Board to set safety, environmental and security rules for oil and gas pipelines, require operators to obtain a congressional franchise and pay a 5 % franchise tax, and impose reporting, inspection and penalty requirements to protect the public.

EnergyPublic Works and InfrastructurePublic Order and Safety

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Authors · 2 Representatives

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HB04730 · Sources: BatasWatch

An Act Providing for the Regulation of Oil and Gas Pipelines, Creating the National Pipeline Board for the Purpose, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes

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Authors · 2 Representatives

Official sources

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