In brief

April 22, 2024

First off, in this Monday Morning Messenger, the Texas Propane Gas Association wanted to alert members of a new product that was just released from our TPGA compliance store that you might want to stock up on. Read more about how this enhanced resource will help you comply.

In our second story of the morning, TPGA reminds members that it is Earth Day and shares resources that you can share on social media to showcase propane's green attributes.

In the third story, TPGA just wanted to remind you of the Texas emergency prep supply tax holiday this coming weekend. Supplies like generators and detectors are tax-free.

Lastly, check out the latest updates regarding the upcoming May board meeting in our last story of the morning, including an important deadline happening this week.

Be sure to explore our Quick Links for access to the latest Propane Price Monthly Update, Propane Service Corp store, TPGA Scholarship Application Round, and the 2024 Crossroads Propane Expo & Conference.

In this issue

3 in 1 Shipping Paper
Propane Social Posts
Emergency Prep Tax Exemption Reminder
Heat Pump Helper
Board Meeting Updates

Calendar

April 2024

Safe Digging Month

April 22, 2024

Earth Day

April 24 - 25, 2024

PERC Council Meeting

April 26, 2024 (extended)

May Board Meeting Hotel Reservation Deadline

April 27-29, 2024

Texas Emergency Prep

Tax Holiday

April 30, 2024

Heat Pump Helper Webinar

May 7-8, 2024

TPGA Board & Committee Meetings

May 9, 2024

LPG Charity Fund Bowling Tournament

Annual Calendar

New Compliance Product Available: 3 in 1 Shipping Paper

Created with the assistance of the U.S. DOT's Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Propane Service Corporation (PSC), TPGA's one-stop compliance shop, has just released a new 3-in-1 shipping paper that can be used for bobtails, cylinder delivery trucks, or service trucks transporting one ASME tank.

This is incredibly convenient for those of you who sometimes carry cylinders back from customers on your bobtail, as you are supposed to have a shipping paper not just for the propane you are hauling in the bobtail but also for the cylinders.

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Today, April 22, 2024, Earth Day Social Media Posts & Video to Share Propane's Green Message

Today is Earth Day. It is the perfect day to take to social media and showcase the environmentally friendly attributes of propane applications.

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has created a series of static social media posts that you can use year-round, including Earth Day. Download the zip file from the Propane Resource Catalog below to access all the usable claim social media posts.

DOWNLOAD SOCIAL

In addition to the social media posts,

PERC has created an Earth Day video that you can share on your Facebook and social media pages highlighting how propane is everywhere with highlights of national parks and wonders around the U.S. and how it is sustainable.

DOWNLOAD VIDEO

Reminder This Weekend: April 27 – 29, 2024, Texas Emergency Prep Supplies Sales Tax Holiday

Just a reminder. Don't forget that the Texas Emergency Preparation Supplies Tax Holiday, which is scheduled for April 27-29, 2024, offers a sales tax exemption on qualifying emergency preparation supplies. The exemption enables individuals to stock up on essential supplies like portable generators and other emergency-related items without paying sales tax.

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Register for the April 30, 2024

Heat Pump Helper Webinar

Join PERC for a FREE webinar to learn about new propane water heating equipment and how it benefits homebuilders, homeowners, and HVAC companies.

Hear from industry experts about the Heat Pump Helper hydronic heat pump solution and its role in the future of propane water heating.

Not only is the webinar important because it showcases how this improved technology works, but also because states like Texas are participating in a PERC R & D program that will allow up to 10 propane professionals to install this technology in their personal homes and get a $1,600 rebate to cover the cost of the Heat Pump Helper package.

Once you have tuned into the webinar to learn more about the tech, you can learn more about how to sign up for the Texas Heat Pump Helper Personal Use Program (PUP) in the May issue of Texas Propane magazine or email info@propanecounciloftexas.org for more information.

Updated: Upcoming Meeting Information

May 7-8, 2024

TPGA Board & Committee Meetings

Hilton Garden Inn Las Colinas

7516 Las Colinas Blvd

Irving, TX 75063

Schedule

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

• 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Executive Committee Meeting

• 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Finance Committee Meeting

• 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - Power Hour Networking Lunch (Sponsor Opportunity)

• 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm - Convention Committee & Site Visits (shuttle provided by Hilton)

• 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm - TPGA Scholarship Meeting

• 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Happy Hour

• 6:00 pm - TPGA Dinner Sponsored Midstream & Targa

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

• 9:00 am – 11:00 am Board of Directors Meeting

Coffee Break Sponsored by Yellow Rose Propane

Special Guest: April Richardson, RRC

Hotel. Room rate is $149 per night. Call +1 972-444-8434 or click here to book a room. The extended hotel reservation deadline is Friday, April 26, 2024.

Sponsorships are still available for the Day 1 coffee break and Power Hour Networking Lunch.

The TPGA Board & Committee Meetings are OPEN TO ALL TPGA MEMBERS. An RSVP IS REQUIRED so we can accommodate adequate seating and space.