# Pipeline Safety: Consent Orders.
> **Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration** · Final rule. · Published 2026-04-24 · Effective 2026-04-24 · 91 FR 21970
## Document
- **Document number:** 2026-08055
- **Category:** pipeline-safety
- **Sub-agency:** Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
- **Federal Register citation:** 91 FR 21970
- **CFR reference:** 49 CFR 190
- **Publication date:** 2026-04-24
- **Effective date:** 2026-04-24
- **DOT docket:** Docket No. PHMSA-2026-1538
## Abstract

PHMSA is amending its procedural regulations to clarify that consent agreements may be used to resolve all PHMSA enforcement proceedings, including cases with civil penalties.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/24/2026-08055/pipeline-safety-consent-orders)
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