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Regulatory Resource Center

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STATE REGULATIONS

Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC)

The Railroad Commission is the authority having jurisdiction for propane in the State of Texas.
 

Training

Dispensing Safely Certification & Training Exemption

Licensing & Certification

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LP Gas Safety Rules
2017 NFPA 58  & 2018 NFPA 54 

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Get code & rulebooks

The propane industry can purchase new editions at www.propaneservicecorp.com

Compliance and Installations

Compliance

Fire Safety Analysis

LPG Installation Permits

LPG Installation Checklists

Texas Department of Public Safety (TX DPS)

The Texas Department of Public Safety administers commercial driver's licenses and enforces commercial motor vehicle regulations.

Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle Rules
Texas Commercial Driver's License

(includes resources like scheduling an appointment, CDL handbook & videos)

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has taken over Tier II reporting. Reports are due March 1st of every year.

Fastest way to get Tier II help from TCEQ is through their new help form

Submit a report

Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)

The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) regulates commodities in Texas, including LPG scales & meters.

 

Weights & Measures Rules

Weights & Measures Program

FEDERAL REGULATIONS

Pipeline Hazardous Materials Administration (PHMSA)

The Pipeline Hazardous Material & Safety Administration (PHMSA)'s regulates the safe transportation of energy and other hazardous materials.

Hazardous Material Registration

Hazardous Materials Regulations

49 CFR 100-177 

49 CFR 178-185

RIN Locator

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is responsible for regulating and providing safety oversight of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs).

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
49 CFR Parts 300-399

FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse

Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)

OSHA, housed under the U.S. Department of Labor, was created to have a safe working environment for employees.

OSHA Crane & Derricks in Construction Homepage

NPGA OSHA Crane Fact Sheet

OSHA FAQ's Crane Rule
 

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security used to regulate chemical facilities for potential risks. Propane retailers used to required to complete a Top-Screen to assess its risks. This program lapsed in July 2023 and has not been renewed.

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) (EXPIRED)

ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION

OUR MISSION

To promote the success of the propane marketer and encourage the use of propane as a clean energy source. To provide a clearinghouse for issues that affect the propane industry and generate a consensus to represent propane marketers before other businesses, governmental and regulatory bodies. To create a favorable relationship between producers, manufacturers, fabricators and the retail marketer, and build a public image of the propane marketer as a safe, reliable and competent steward of the industry.

CONTACT US

OUR ADDRESS

8408 North Interstate 35​

Austin, TX 78753

Email: info@txpropane.com
Tel:  800-325-7427

Fax: 1-512-834-0758

HOURS OF OPERATION

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Monday - Friday

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