Prosecuting Irresponsible Pipeline Explosions (PIPE) Act of 2016

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Prosecuting Irresponsible Pipeline Explosions (PIPE) Act of 2016
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Bill Summary

In 2010, a pipeline explosion in San Bruno killed eight people because of poor maintenance. This bill would criminally penalize people who damage pipelines through carelessness or poor maintenance.
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Opponents say

• Criminal penalties are too harsh for careless mistakes
• Increases pipeline safety costs dramatically by requiring new or redundant safety equipment, additional system monitoring, and other expensive upgrades

Proponents say

• Holds pipeline operators accountable for clear misconduct that has gone unprosecuted in the past
• Helps protect the lives of anyone living above a pipeline
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