Comment from AFPM

Summary: The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), a trade association representing the refining and petrochemical sector, supports the proposed rule to clarify that remote sensing technologies like UAS and satellites can be used for pipeline right-of-way patrols. They argue that the proposal provides necessary regulatory clarity, supports innovation, and enhances safety by allowing for more consistent, data-driven monitoring of complex pipeline networks.