# Pipeline Safety: Declaratory Order Procedures
> **Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration** · Final rule. · Published 2026-04-24 · Effective 2026-04-24 · 91 FR 21968
## Document
- **Document number:** 2026-08054
- **Category:** pipeline-safety
- **Sub-agency:** Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
- **Federal Register citation:** 91 FR 21968
- **CFR reference:** 49 CFR 190
- **Publication date:** 2026-04-24
- **Effective date:** 2026-04-24
- **DOT docket:** Docket No. PHMSA-2026-1537
## Abstract

PHMSA is adopting a new regulation at 49 CFR 190.13 to establish procedures for issuing declaratory orders.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/24/2026-08054/pipeline-safety-declaratory-order-procedures)
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