GPA Midstream’s presence on Capitol Hill, as well as frequent engagement with administration officials, protects the interests of member companies and the midstream industry. GPA Midstream staff in Washington, D.C. maximize the association’s legislative and regulatory influence.

Advocacy Committees

  • Advocacy, GPSA

    GPSA Advocacy Committee

    The GPSA Advocacy Committee monitors and educates member companies on the regulatory and legislative issues affecting the midstream industry and the workers supplying them.

Priority Issues

Advocating for Policies to Meet Demand

The U.S. faces growing demand for energy, which means natural gas is more important than ever. Every year since 2011, natural gas has been America’s largest source of energy. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, natural gas and natural gas liquids contributed approximately 45% to U.S. energy production.

Natural Gas-Fired Electricity Generation

‍Natural gas is used to heat our homes, warm our water, dry our clothes, and cook our food. Natural gas is also the leading source of electricity used to power our homes and businesses and charge our many devices — including electric cars.

Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports

Exports of U.S. LNG support countries abroad by providing energy from an ally rather than an unreliable trade partner such as Russia. U.S. LNG exports also allow countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impacts of other fuel sources like coal.

Engaging on Environmental Policy

‍The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets rules related to emissions, and GPA Midstream works to ensure the regulator publishes fact-based, sensible regulations. Gathering and processing operators are investing in innovative technologies and processes to reduce emissions, regardless of status of regulation. GPA Midstream advocates for policies that decrease emissions without sacrificing affordability or reliability.

Supporting Practical Pipeline Safety Regulations

‍The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) creates regulatory requirements for design, construction, operations, maintenance, and integrity management of pipelines. Regulated pipeline owners and operators across the US, including gathering line operators, comply with all applicable regulations. Midstream companies also incorporate industry best practices, recommendations from voluntary consensus standards, and other actions specific to their operations to ensure public safety.

GPA Midstream Environmental Excellence Awards

Each year at the annual GPA Midstream Convention, the association recognizes GPA Midstream companies that demonstrate initiative and leadership in managing their environmental affairs in midstream sector activities and GPSA companies that develop successful, innovative environmental solutions.

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