Archuleta proposes Hydrogen Pipeline Safety Act to assign state regulator, set standards
Senate Bill 804 would designate the Office of the State Fire Marshal as California’s regulator for hydrogen pipeline safety, require hydrogen‑specific safety standards and fee authority, and leave project approvals and environmental review unchanged. The committee heard broad support from trades and cautious remarks from industry.
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Senator Archuleta opened the hearing on Senate Bill 804 by asking the committee to adopt the measure that would establish a clear state safety regulator for hydrogen pipelines. "I'm pleased to present Senate Bill 804, the Hydrogen Pipeline Safety Act," he said, adding that the bill “does not approve any projects” but ensures safety rules are in place if pipelines are built.
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