State Lawmaker Threatens Legislative Action Over South Texas Pipeline Subsidence
State Rep. J.M. Lozano is threatening legislative action against Kinder Morgan and PUMPCO over ongoing ground subsidence along a natural gas pipeline right-of-way on a South Texas property, which has created dangerous conditions for workers, livestock, and farm equipment.
Corpus Christi, TX, October 9, 2026 —
State Representative J.M. Lozano has indicated a potential legislative response to ongoing issues of ground subsidence affecting a natural gas pipeline right-of-way in South Texas. The representative has directed his attention towards energy companies Kinder Morgan and PUMPCO regarding the situation on a specific property.
The subsidence, described as ongoing, has reportedly created hazardous conditions. These dangerous circumstances pose risks to individuals working in the area, as well as to livestock and farm equipment operating on the affected property. The exact location and the specific property owner involved have not been publicly disclosed at this time.
Representative Lozano’s threat of legislative action signifies a serious concern over the ground instability linked to the pipeline infrastructure. The nature of the potential legislative measures has not yet been detailed, nor has a specific timeline for any proposed action been provided.
The ground subsidence along the pipeline right-of-way has led to concerns about safety and operational integrity. The companies named, Kinder Morgan and PUMPCO, are involved in the operation and maintenance of natural gas pipelines. Further details regarding the extent of the subsidence, its potential causes, or any previous communications between the representative’s office and the companies were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Shane Rackley on www.kristv.com, see more information here.
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