February 12, 2024

In Brief

Welcome to the latest edition of the Monday Morning Messenger.

In our first story, the Texas Comptroller warns of another attempt by cybercriminals on Texans and taxpayers. This time, this counterfeit Comptroller email plants destructive malware on unsuspecting email openers' computers.

In the second story, Clean Cities Coalitions of Texas will host a "New Year New Grants" webinar on February 13th, covering anticipated 2024 TERP grants and insights from successful grant applicants.

Also, we remind parents in the propane industry who are NPGA members to apply for NPGA scholarships by February 15th, offering $1,000 or $2,000 for their child's education.

Lastly, TPGA invites members to the March 4-5, 2024, Board & Committee Meetings, featuring a Texas Independence Day celebration.

Explore our Quick Links section, offering access to the latest Winter Weekly Update, Propane Service Corporation (PSC), EPA Clean School Bus Grants, and quick access to the 2023 propane appliance rebates expiring this week.

In this issue

In Brief
Another Notice from Comptroller
Important Webinar
Important Deadline
Board Meeting Information
Quick Links

Calendar

February 13, 2024

New Year, New Grants Webinar

February 14, 2024

Extended deadline for

Clean School Bus Act

February 15, 2024

Last Chance to

Submit 2023 Rebates

February 20, 2024

TPGA & ProCOT Board meeting hotel deadline

February 21-22, 2024

National Propane Education & Training Conference

FULL CALENDAR

Affinity Partners

Lone Star Energy Group Workers Comp Insurance

Basys Credit Card Processing

NoCell Technologies

Do Not Open an Email titled:

Code Violation Notice ref:#3364541.PDF

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is warning citizens and taxpayers again on a SEPARATE MATTER that criminals are sending emails impersonating the agency’s Open Records Division, claiming citizens have committed a code violation. DO NOT CLICK any links in these communications.

To cause you to react and click on the link, these fraudulent emails use the subject line: Code Violation Notice ref::#3364541.PDF. If you click the link, destructive malware is installed onto your computer or electronic device. The malware then steals your sensitive data.

See sample email (PDF)

If you or anyone you know receives an email or any other communication like this, again, do not click on any link. Instead, report it to the Comptroller.

February 13th Clean Cities All Texas Grants Webinar

Clean Cities Coalitions of Texas (all chapters) will be holding a joint grant workshop, “New Year New Grants.”

The first workshop of the quarter will be on:

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
On Microsoft Teams

Webinar topics covered will include:

A brief overview of anticipated 2024 TERP grant availability
A deeper dive into grants that are open or anticipated to open over the next four months (Feb-May)
What information do you need to apply? How do you apply? Is it worth applying?
What can you get with each grant?

Discussions from Clean Cities stakeholders across Texas who have applied for and received TCEQ grants.

Don't miss this chance to hear about 2024 TERP grants, especially about some that are closing soon!

Last Chance! NPGA Scholarship Applications are due Feb 15th

Time is running out! The deadline for the 2024-2025 National Propane Gas Association Scholarship Application Round is quickly approaching on February 15, 2024. Don't miss out on the opportunity to secure $1,000 or $2,000 scholarships for your kids.

The scholarship is open to students nationwide whose parents are employed by NPGA member companies and who are enrolled in two- or four-year colleges or pursuing propane-related careers at technical, trade, or vocational schools.

Don't miss the chance to receive financial support for your child’s education.

For further details and to submit your application, visit https://www.npga.org/news-resources/scholarships/.

If you have any questions, reach out to NPGA at 202-466-7200 or email scholarship@npga.org.

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