A bill to allow for the use of risk-based inspections for in-service breakout tanks.

# S. 2661 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would allow companies to use "risk-based inspections" instead of the current standard inspection methods for in-service breakout tanks—large storage tanks used in oil and gas operations. Risk-based inspections would let companies prioritize inspections based on potential hazards rather than following a fixed inspection schedule. The goal is to create a more flexible regulatory approach that could reduce unnecessary inspections while focusing resources on tanks with the highest safety risks. **Who It Affects** The primary beneficiaries would be oil and gas companies that operate these storage tanks, as they may reduce inspection costs and administrative burdens.

Regulators and workers in the industry could also be affected. The bill's impact on public safety and environmental protection depends on whether risk-based inspections are as effective as current inspection methods. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator John R. Curtis (R-Utah) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.