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Regulatory Resource Center
REGULATORY ALERTS & UPDATES
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STATE REGULATIONS
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Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC)
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The Railroad Commission is the authority having jurisdiction for propane in the State of Texas.
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LP Gas Safety Rules
2017 NFPA 58
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Get code & rulebooks
The propane industry can purchase new editions at www.propaneservicecorp.com .
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Texas Department of Public Safety (TX DPS)
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The Texas Department of Public Safety administers commercial driver's licenses and enforces commercial motor vehicle regulations.
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Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle Rules
Texas Commercial Driver's License
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Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
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Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has taken over Tier II reporting. Reports are due March 1st of every year.
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Fastest way to get Tier II help from TCEQ is through their new help form
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Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
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The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) regulates commodities in Texas including LPG scales & meters.
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Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR)
As of September 1, 2020, propane companies dispensing propane autogas to consumers
are also required to register their "motor fuel" meters with the TDLR.
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Motor Fuel Metering & Quality Rules
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Click here to register, renew, and purchase stickers.
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FEDERAL REGULATIONS
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Pipeline Hazardous Materials Administration (PHMSA)
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The Pipeline Hazardous Material & Safety Administration (PHMSA)'s regulates the safe transportation of energy and other hazardous materials.
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Hazardous Material Registration
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Hazardous Materials Regulations
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is responsible for regulating and providing safety oversight of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs).
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
49 CFR Parts 300-399
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FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
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Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
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OSHA housed under the U.S. Department of Labor was created to have a safe working environment for employees.
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OSHA Crane & Derricks in Construction Homepage
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security regulates chemical facilities for potential risks. Propane retailers are required to complete a Top-Screen to assess its risks.
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