The bill amends Title 66 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by adding a new section focused on the prevention of degraded natural gas pipelines. It establishes a framework for the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to oversee the development and implementation of degraded natural gas pipeline prevention plans by natural gas distribution companies. The commission is tasked with creating a system for receiving annual reports, providing guidance on pipeline integrity, and recommending best practices for the placement of critical valves to mitigate risks associated with Aldyl A polyethylene pipelines and other potentially compromised plastic pipelines.

Natural gas distribution companies are required to submit a comprehensive prevention plan to the commission within one year of the bill's effective date and annually thereafter. This plan must include an inventory of Aldyl A polyethylene natural gas assets, procedures for notifying building owners of potential risks, and strategies for replacing or remediating at-risk assets. The bill aims to enhance safety and environmental protection by ensuring that companies actively monitor and manage the integrity of their natural gas distribution systems.