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MEMBER ONLY NEWS

April 14, 2025

In this Issue


  • In Brief
  • On Capitol Hill
  • April Magazine
  • RRC Update
  • May Board Meeting
  • Quick Links

In Brief

Welcome to this week’s Members-Only Monday Morning Messenger from the Texas Propane Gas Association (TPGA).


In our first story of the morning, a bill that could have major impacts on gas-powered appliances is one step away from the finish line. Find out what it means for the industry and what happens next.

Calendars

April 18, 2025

TPGA Closed for

Good Friday

April 19, 2025

May Board Meeting Hotel Reservation Deadline


April 24, 2025

 PERC Safety Team Q & A


April 26-28, 2025

Texas Emergency Prep

Tax Holiday


May 8, 2025

LPG Charity Fund Bowling Tournament

2025 Calendar>

Also inside, don’t miss the latest issue of Texas Propane Magazine. From compliance insights to safety updates and even a spotlight on a unique propane-powered tool, it’s packed with timely reads.

Plus, an important Texas compliance deadline is fast approaching, and we’ve shared several useful links to make sure you’re covered.


And finally, we’ve got some updates on the upcoming TPGA Board & Committee meetings in Austin. Catch a preview of the agenda and plan to join us next month!

Finally, don’t miss our always-useful Quick Links section, featuring details on the now-open TPGA Scholarship Program application round, access to new consumer education brochures at the Propane Service Corporation (PSC) store, the Texas propane industry job board, and the upcoming LPG Charity Fund May 8, 2025 Bowling Tournament.

On Capitol Hill: Gas-Powered Tankless Water Heaters Update

Last week, the U.S. Senate voted 53-44 in favor of H.J. Res 20, a Joint Disapproval Resolution introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) under the Congressional Review Act that would nullify a December 26, 2024 rulemaking regarding tankless, gas-fired water heaters. If not repealed, the rule would have removed roughly forty percent of the existing market for non-condensing tankless water heaters and forced consumers to pay up to $450 for alternatives.

This resolution passed the U.S. House of Representatives in early March, with 221 members voting to roll back the regulation. The bill now proceeds to the White House for the President’s signature, which NPGA expects he will sign without delay.

The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has worked tirelessly on Capitol Hill to achieve this result. We would like to thank Sen. Cruz and Rep. Gary Palmer (R-AL) for their leadership on this bill, which will protect American manufacturing jobs and lower costs for American families and businesses.

Can't Miss Read: Check out the April Texas Propane Magazine

In this issue of Texas Propane, find:

  • PEX-AL-PEX in Fuel Gas Systems: What You Need to Know
  • Three Decades of Code Evolution
  • Newly Updated Propane Consumer Safety Brochures Released
  • TPGA Scholarship Application Round is Open
  • Find Your Next Propane Service Tech via the Texas Propane Job Board
  • Propane in Focus: Out & About: TPGA Board Meeting Photos
  • PERC Update: Annual Propane Sales Report Due
  • Inside the Industry: In Memorium, People in Propane, Recalls & More
  • Propane with Purpose: Propane-Powered Walk-Behind Saw
Read April issue

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Annual Certification and Exempt Registration Renewal Fees Due by May 31

Annual renewal fees for certified individuals and exempt registrants are due by May 31, 2025. Alternative Fuels Safety (AFS) has mailed renewal notices to licensed companies for all current employees or to the individual’s alternate address if a licensed company does not currently employ them.


Didn’t Receive a Renewal Letter?

If an individual or their company did not receive a renewal letter, you can fill out this document for certifications or this document for exempt registrations and submit it with the online payment receipt to renew the certification.

Before submitting, verify that your employer has not already paid your renewal fee, as payments are non-refundable.


Verify Continuing Education (CE) Requirements

Certified individuals should check their continuing education (CE) requirements prior to submission. Your CE due date is listed on your certification card. AFS cannot renew certifications for ineligible individuals.


Fastest Way to Submit: Email Your Documents

For the fastest processing, email the completed document and your online payment receipt to: AFS_Card_Renewal@rrc.texas.gov


Annual Renewal Fees

  • $35: Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Propane)
  • $25: Compressed Natural Gas
  • $25: Liquefied Natural Gas
  • $20: Exempt Registrants (M/J Plumbers and ACR Contractors)


A $20 late fee applies if the renewal is not received by May 31, 2025, for each renewal type.


Online Payment Reminder

Renewal payments may be made through the Railroad Commission’s online payment portal.


Important: Paying online does not complete the renewal. After payment, you must email your payment receipt and the completed certification or exempt registration document to:

AFS_Card_Renewal@rrc.texas.gov


Need Assistance?

For questions, contact the RRC’s Alternative Fuels Training Center:

📧 AFS_Card_Renewal@rrc.texas.gov

📞 512-463-2682


Please note: Due to the high volume of renewals, AFS is unable to provide status updates on submissions.

Upcoming Events

May 2025 TPGA Board & Committee Meetings Updated Information

You are invited to attend the upcoming meetings on May 20-21, 2025.


Meeting Location & Host Hotel:

Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake

20 North IH-35

Austin, TX 78701


Walking Distance to Rainey Street Bars

Schedule

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

  • 9:00am - 10:00am - Scholarship Board Meeting 🎓
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm -Legislative Affairs | T & S Committee Meeting
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Southern Cooking Networking Lunch 🍽️ 
  • 1:30pm-2:30pm - Finance Committee
  • 2:30pm - 3:30pm - Executive Committee
  • 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Supplier Board Elections
  • 5:00pm - Happy Hour  
  • 6:00pm - Dinner at Scholz's Beer Garden 🍻 🍽️ 

About Dinner Venue


Established in 1866, Scholz's is the oldest continuously operating beer 🍻 garden in the United States.


Oldest continuously operating business in Texas.


What's on the menu?

Salad, Brisket & Rib, German Potato Salad, & German Chocolate Cake

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

  • 9:00am – 11:00am TPGA Board Meeting


What’s on the TPGA Board Agenda:

  • Update from the Railroad Commission
  • Legislative session wrap-up: which bills survived, which are still in play, and which are on the chopping block
  • Scholarship updates
  • And more!


  • 11:30am - 2:00pm ProCOT Board Meeting (includes working lunch)



Thank you to our sponsors

Coffee Break Day 1 - McDowell Engineering

Coffee Break Day 2 - Targa Resources


Sponsorship Opportunities

(2) Lunch Sponsor - $650

(2) Dinner Sponsor - $800


Attendance

The TPGA Board & Committee Meetings are OPEN TO ALL TPGA MEMBERS


An RSVP IS REQUIRED so we can accommodate adequate seating and space.

Register or Sponsor

Reservations

🛎️ Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake


Hotel Main: 512-472-8211


Room rate: $145.00 Group Code: TPG


🍳 🥓 Price includes free breakfast buffet.


Hotel group cut-off date: April 19, 2025

Book Hotel Room

Questions? Contact our Meetings Manager, Christie Shook at 1-800-325-7427 ext 6 or at cshook@txpropane.com.

Quick Links

Apply for a TPGA Scholarship Children, grandchildren, & student employees invited to apply.

Apply Now

Get the newly updated PERC brochures from Propane Service Corp (PSC)

Shop Now

Post jobs or search CDL, service tech, and other candidates now at our Texas Job Board

View Job Board

Save the Date & Register for the May 8, 2025, LPG Charity Fund Bowling Tournament

Register 

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