Pipeline Security Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 5062 Pipeline Security Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/1/2025, 3:50 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5062

The Pipeline Security Act (H.R. 5062) was introduced in the 119th Congress on August 29, 2025. The bill aims to address security concerns related to pipelines. Key provisions likely focus on enhancing the protection and resilience of pipeline infrastructure. Specific directives and actions proposed within the bill may include increased security measures, risk assessments, and potentially regulatory changes to safeguard pipeline systems. For more detailed information, the official text of the bill can be accessed via the provided PDF link.

Congressional Summary of HR 5062

Pipeline Security Act

This bill provides statutory authority for the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA's) role as the agency responsible for securing pipeline transportation and pipeline facilities against cybersecurity threats, acts of terrorism, and other security threats.

The bill specifies that, among other things, the TSA must (1) develop and update pipeline security guidelines; (2) promulgate additional related security directives or regulations, as necessary; and (3) inspect pipeline transportation and pipeline facilities that are designated as critical by the owners and operators.

Under the bill, the TSA must convene at least one industry day to engage with relevant pipeline stakeholders on security-related matters.

The TSA must report to Congress biennially on its efforts to secure pipelines.

Further, the TSA must develop a personnel strategy to carry out the TSA's responsibilities for securing pipelines. The strategy must include an assessment of (1) the cybersecurity expertise necessary to secure pipelines and a plan for expanding the TSA's expertise, and (2) the resources necessary to carry out the personnel strategy.

Finally, the Government Accountability Office must conduct a review of the implementation of this bill.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5062

Bill HR 5062 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 29, 2025. Bill HR 5062 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 29, 2025. Bill HR 5062's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 327. as of November 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5062

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5062

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Computer security and identity theft

- Congressional oversight

- Department of Transportation

- Government studies and investigations

- Pipelines

- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5062

Pipeline Security Act

To amend the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 to codify the Transportation Security Administration's responsibility relating to securing pipeline transportation and pipeline facilities against cybersecurity threats, acts of terrorism, and other nefarious acts that jeopardize the physical security or cybersecurity of pipelines, and for other purposes.