California Lawmakers Introduce Pipeline Legislation

California Sens. Dianne Feinstein (D) and Barbara Boxer (D) have unveiled a bill aimed at preventing gas pipeline accidents, like the one that killed four people in San Bruno last week.

The Strengthening Pipeline Safety and Enforcement Act of 2010 would increase fines on companies that violate safety regulations and would expand oversight of the industry.

“The tragic explosion in San Bruno shows why we must increase inspections of our nation’s pipelines. This legislation will put more inspectors on the job protecting our communities while increasing penalties for safety violations,” said Boxer.