Natural Gas Act: Federal legislation governing the transportation and sale of natural gas in interstate commerce, particularly relevant if the pipeline will transport natural gas
Pipeline Safety Act: Federal law establishing safety standards for pipeline construction, operation, and maintenance
Clean Water Act: Federal environmental law governing water quality and wetlands protection that must be considered for pipeline crossings over water bodies
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): Federal law requiring environmental impact assessments for major infrastructure projects affecting federal lands or using federal funds
Endangered Species Act: Federal law protecting threatened and endangered species and their habitats that must be considered in pipeline routing
National Historic Preservation Act: Federal law protecting historical and archaeological sites that must be considered in pipeline routing and construction
FERC Regulations: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission rules governing interstate pipeline construction and operation
DOT Regulations: Department of Transportation requirements for pipeline safety and transportation
State Environmental Laws: State-specific environmental protection requirements that may be more stringent than federal regulations
State Utility Commission Regulations: State-specific rules governing utility operations and right-of-way agreements
State Property Laws: State-specific laws governing property rights, easements, and right-of-way agreements
State Pipeline Safety Regulations: State-specific safety requirements for pipeline construction and operation
Local Zoning Ordinances: County and municipal regulations governing land use and development
Tribal Laws: Native American tribal regulations that must be considered if the pipeline crosses tribal lands
BLM Regulations: Bureau of Land Management rules governing pipeline construction on federal lands
Forest Service Regulations: U.S. Forest Service requirements for pipeline construction through national forests
State Recording Requirements: State-specific requirements for recording right-of-way agreements and easements
API Standards: American Petroleum Institute technical standards for pipeline construction and operation
OSHA Requirements: Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards for worker safety during construction and maintenance
