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Press Release: Senator Markey and Representative Trahan Highlight Pipeline Safety Measures in New Legislation

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Senator Markey and Representative Trahan included critical safety measures in the Senate's Pipeline Safety Reauthorization Bill.

Quiver AI Summary

Pipeline Safety Legislation Update: On October 21, 2025, Senator Edward Markey and Representative Lori Trahan announced the inclusion of their legislative priorities in the PIPELINE Safety Act of 2025. This act, reported by the Senate Commerce Committee, aims to reauthorize the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

Key Provisions Highlighted: The bill includes the establishment of an Office of Public Engagement, improved carbon dioxide pipeline safety measures, and increased penalties for safety violations. Markey emphasized the need for accountability and transparency, citing past pipeline disasters as a catalyst for reform.

History of Advocacy: Both lawmakers have previously championed pipeline safety initiatives, including the Pipeline Accountability Act. They highlighted the ongoing commitment to enhance safety standards and protect communities from potential pipeline hazards.

Disclaimer: This is an AI-generated summary of a press release. The model used to summarize this release may make mistakes. See the full release here.

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Edward J. Markey Bill Proposals

Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Edward J. Markey:

  • S.2997: Right to Override Act
  • S.2989: A bill to prohibit certain sales or leases of real property for a health care entity if the terms of such a sale or lease would lead to long-term weakened financial status of the health care entity or place the public health at risk, and for other purposes.
  • S.2930: Smarter Approaches to Nuclear Expenditures Act
  • S.2905: Pipeline Accountability Act of 2025
  • S.2892: Jumpstart on College Act
  • S.2890: GREEN Streets Act

You can track bills proposed by Edward J. Markey on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Markey.

Edward J. Markey Fundraising

Edward J. Markey recently disclosed $508.8K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 160th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 82.5% came from individual donors.

Markey disclosed $634.2K of spending. This was the 64th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.

Markey disclosed $2.7M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 123rd most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.

You can see the disclosure here, or track Edward J. Markey's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.

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