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This page contains PHMSA's major media announcements for the recent months. Please visit the PHMSA Press Release / Announcement Archives to obtain announcements issued in prior months and years.

March 08
 
March 08
DOT Proposal Revolutionizes Rail Hazmat Tank Car Safety, Improves Puncture Resistance, Limits Speed, and Phases Out Oldest From Most Toxic Service
January 2008
 
January 08
Carl T. Johnson Begins Role as New Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Administrator
December 2007
 
December 28
UPDATE: US DOT Hazmat Safety Rule to Place Limits on Lithium Batteries Carried by Passengers Aboard Aircraft Effective January 1, 2008
October 2007
 
October 12
U.S. DOT Supports National Fire Prevention Week with Hazardous Materials Safety Guidance
 
October 1
$250,000 Grant Boosts Hazardous Materials Response Training Around the Nation
 
October 1
DOT Grants $372,000 to American Indian Tribes to Improve Hazardous Materials Planning and Training
 
October 1
DOT Grants $12.8 Million to First Responders and Emergency Workers to Improve Hazardous Materials Planning and Training
August 2007
 
August 9
PHMSA Bans Non-Rechargeable Lithium Battery Shipments on Passenger Aircraft
July 2007
 
July 23
Industry Alert: Sherwood/Harsco Issues Oxygen Valve Safety Notice
 
July 5
PHMSA Issues Notice on Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Fees
June 2007
 
June 28
PHMSA signed a MOA with the National Library of Medicine (NLM), to publish PHMSA's 2008 Emergency Response Guidebook as a software application on mobile devices for use by emergency responders.
May 2007
 
May 15
PHMSA announces new Agreement with State of Alaska to strengthen oversight of oil and gas facilities
March 2007
 
March 22
Department of Transportation Offers Advice on the Safe Transportation of Batteries and Battery-Powered Devices by Airline Passengers and Crew
 
March 22 - Safety Advisory 07-02
PHMSA-2007-27493; Notice No. 07-02; Advisory Guidance; Transportation of Batteries and Battery-Powered Devices by Airline Passengers and Crew Members
February 2007
 
February 9 - DOT Announcement
Secretary Peters Announces DOT's Budget Request of $67 Billion for Fiscal Year 2008
 
February 5 - Announcement
DOT Secretary Mary Peters Appoints Krista Edwards as PHMSA Deputy Administrator
January 2007
 
January 31
PHMSA Revises Requirements for Oxygen Cylinders and Oxygen Generators Carried by Aircraft
December 2006
 
December 15 - DOT Press Release 116-06
DOT Proposes to Require Railroads to Route Hazardous Materials Based on Range of Safety and Security Factors
November 2006
 
November 2
PHMSA Administrator Barrett Announces $262,000 Grant to Minnesota to Train First Responders in Dealing with Hazardous Materials Incidents
October 2006
 
October 20
PHMSA Administrator Barrett Announces Grant Totaling Over $668,000 to Texas for First Responder Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Efforts.
 
October 19
PHMSA Administrator Barrett Announces Grant Totaling Over $964,000 to California for First Responder Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Efforts.
 
October 18
PHMSA Administrator Barrett Announces Grants Totaling Over $343,000 for First Responders of Arizona and Native American Tribes to Enhance Hazardous Materials Response Capabilities.
 
October 12
PHMSA Administrator Barrett Announces Grant Totaling Over $206,000 to Washington State for First Responder Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Efforts.
 
October 6 - Announcement
PHMSA Administrator Barrett Tours Local Alabama Pipe Manufacturer.
 
October 4
PHMSA Administrator Barrett Announces $400,000 Grant to Pennsylvania to Train First Responders in Dealing with Hazardous Materials Incidents.
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Hazmat Safety Advisories
The Office of Hazardous Materials Safety (OHMS) issues Safety Advisory Notices to help the public understand and resolve significant safety risks. In most situations, the advisories address safety issues that pose an imminent hazard to the public. Contact the Office of Hazardous Materials Standards at 202-366-8553.
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