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MEMBERS ONLY NEWS | July 6, 2026

In this Issue


  • In Brief
  • Roadside Enforcement
  • July Magazine
  • New Grant Opening Soon
  • Crossroads Add Ons
  • Crossroads Hotel
  • Quick Links

In Brief

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


In the first story of the morning, find out about a nationwide roadside enforcement event that could impact your drivers next week.


In the second story, take a sneak peek inside the new July issue of Texas Propane magazine, featuring the latest industry news and opportunities.


In the third highlight, learn about an upcoming Texas grant program that could help offset the cost of propane vehicles.


In our fourth story, discover how you can add Crossroads sports events and other add-ons to your existing registration—all while supporting a great cause.


In our last story of the morning, don't wait to make your Crossroads hotel reservations before availability becomes even more limited.


Finally, check out this week's Quick Links for easy access to the Texas propane industry's job board and the Propane Service Corporation compliance store.

Important Dates

July 8, 2026
TCEQ TERP Grant Webinar

July 10, 2026
Crossroads Program
Ad Deadline

July 10, 2026
Texas Propane Magazine
Ad Deadline

July 10, 2026
Crossroads Sponsorship
Deadline

July 14–15, 2026

PERC Council Meeting


The propane industry should alert drivers that Operation Safe Driver Week will take place July 12–18, 2026, with increased traffic enforcement targeting both commercial motor vehicle and passenger vehicle drivers.


During the annual campaign, law enforcement officers will be watching for unsafe driving behaviors such as speeding, distracted driving, following too closely, improper lane changes, seat belt violations, and other traffic offenses. Drivers who commit violations may receive citations or warnings.


The enforcement effort is coordinated by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) and is designed to improve roadway safety through a combination of education and traffic enforcement.


With summer travel increasing traffic across Texas, now is a good time for propane companies to remind employees to practice defensive driving, eliminate distractions, obey posted speed limits, wear seat belts, and maintain safe following distances.


A brief safety reminder before July 12 can help reduce violations, protect your employees, and keep your fleet operating safely during this annual enforcement campaign.

The latest issue of Texas Propane has arrived—and it's packed with timely industry news, business opportunities, and a preview of the biggest propane event of the year. Inside this issue, you'll find:


  • Cover Story: Discover how propane-powered mobile climate control is creating new opportunities for marketers in events, emergency response, and equipment rental.
  • Propane Days 2026: See how Texas industry leaders took propane's priorities directly to Capitol Hill, advocating for Energy Choice, LIHEAP funding, and repeal of the federal excise tax on heavy-duty trucks.
  • Crossroads Propane Expo + Conference: Get the complete guide to the August 6–8 event, including education, exhibitors, sports tournaments, hotel information, and networking opportunities.
  • Propane Emergencies Training: Learn how your local firefighters can participate in this hands-on live-fire training program.
  • Propane with Purpose: Meet the compact propane grill built for adventures big and small.
  • Plus People in Propane, Inside the Industry, new members, In Memoriam, the calendar of events, and much more.

Thank you to our advertisers

ASM – American Standard

BAM

BLT Tanks

CUI

Energy Tech Solutions

Fisk Tank Carrier Inc.

Gas Equipment Company

Insurors of Texas

Lock America

Lone Star Energy Group

Longhorn Propane

Marshall Young Insurance

Meeder Equipment Co.

METSA

Nixon & Lindstrom Insurance

Quality Steel

Tarantin Industries

Targa Resources

Join the webinar to find out more about grant incentives available for propane vehicle replacements.


The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) TERP Program announces TNGVGP will be opening soon.  TNGVGP is often used for propane powered medium duty vehicles like bobtails as well as propane school buses.


TNGVGP provides incentives to encourage entities that own and operate heavy-duty or medium-duty diesel or gasoline vehicles to replace those vehicles with propane or natural gas vehicles. Grantees must commit to operating the propane or natural gas vehicle in the Clean Transportation Zone. 


Join TCEQ for a webinar to learn more. 

📅 Webinar Date: July 8, 2026 

🕒 Webinar Time: 1:30 p.m. (Central Time) 

📝 How to Register: Complete the TNGVGP Webinar Registration Form.


A link to join the webinar will be emailed to you once you have completed and submitted the registration form


The webinar is free and open to the public. 


Questions? Contact the TERP team: 

800-919-TERP (8377) | ✉️ terp@tceq.texas.gov |🌐 terpgrants.org 

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