July 12, 2021
In Brief
In this edition of the Monday Morning Messenger, TPGA has a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!

But first, just a reminder about the nationwide roadside enforcement week. Read the first story of the day for the enforcement dates happening THIS WEEK.

Secondly, is our BIG ANNOUNCEMENT, just in - back by popular demand is the LPG RRC 6.1 management level continuing education class, which is being offered after a long hiatus. Don't miss this one-day-only opportunity! Learn more about this course in this edition of the Messenger.

Thirdly, we are providing important links for our upcoming conference and expo to help those coming for training and all others get all the details for this can't miss event.

Also, each week leading up to our annual conference, TPGA will spotlight something cool that attendees will definitely want to check out while in Corpus for Crossroads. Check out this week's Corpus spotlight in the fourth story of the day.

Finally, the Governor has called a Texas special legislative session, find out more about what we can expect in the last story of the day.

Check out our Quick Links section for important reminders!
In this issue

  • In Brief
  • Increased Roadside Enforcement This Week
  • 6.1 RRC Managers Course
  • Corpus Spotlight: Lexington
  • TX Special Session
  • Quick Links
Quick Reminder!
Don't Forget Increased Roadside Enforcement This Week
BE AWARE! The Commercial Safety Vehicle Alliance (CVSA)'s Operation Safe Driver Week has started. The roadside enforcement event is July 11-17, 2021.

Throughout that week, law enforcement personnel will be on the lookout for commercial motor vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle drivers engaging in risky driving, with an emphasis on speeding.
FREE RRC 6.1 Managers Training
Returns for the
2021 Crossroads Conference
Back by popular demand is the 6.1 RRC LPG Management Continuing Education Course at the 2021 Crossroads Propane Conference on Thursday, August 12, 2021, from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Corpus Christi, TX.

It has been several years since this course has been available and Texas Propane Gas Association and the Railroad Commission are excited, we can help offer for FREE to the propane industry during the Crossroads

Anyone in the industry will benefit from attending and get informed on Texas regulations that affect your business. Don't miss this chance to learn more about the new 2020 LP Gas Rule changes directly from the RRC as well as the significant changes due to the adoption of the new editions of the 2017 NFPA 58 and 2018 NFPA 54.

Again, all training attendees will receive RRC CONTINUING EDUCATION.

The class is FREE, but registration / RSVP is required.

Lunch will be provided and sponsored by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC).

If you are coming to the TRAINING ONLY, please RSVP to info@txpropane.com and state that you are coming to only the training so we can SAVE YOU A SEAT.

If you plan to come to other events at the conference or expo, in addition, to the training, CLICK HERE to register for all Crossroads events including training in one place.
Immediately following the 6.1 managers continuing education course, the U.S. DOT Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) will host an educational session at 4:30 PM on top violations found at propane outlets during an onsite audit.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on August 12-14, 2021 in the "Sparkling City by the Sea", Corpus Christi, TX, a coastal getaway and energy hub.

Here are some important quick links for our TPGA's upcoming 2021 Crossroads Propane Expo & Conference for your convenience:


Register for conference, expo & golf at the button below.
Corpus Christi Spotlight
The Lexington
Down the street from the Omni, our TPGA host hotel, and across from the American Bank Center, the site of TPGA Crossroads Expo is the U.S.S. Lexington. The WWII ship includes tours, a flight simulator, virtual battle stations, a flight deck with several different planes, an escape room, a 3D mega theater, and a museum that includes a fascinating Pearl Harbor exhibit.
Texas Legislative Special Session
Last Thursday, the Texas Legislature kicked off a 30-day Special Session to complete unfinished tasks for the year, address special topics and emergencies.

Over 100 bills were pre-filed before the first day of the special session, many not on the Governor's list of priorities.

TPGA will be closely monitoring this mini session for any bills that may benefit or negatively impact our membership as well as any opportunities that may present themselves.
Quick Links
DID YOU READ THE JULY 6TH TUESDAY TELEGRAPH LAST WEEK?
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PROPANE SERVICE CORP EXTENDED THE DISCOUNT DEADLINE FOR CALENDARS TO JULY 23, 2021
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PROPANE COUNCIL OF TEXAS IS TAKING ORDERS FOR OUR 2022 PROPANE SAFETY TIP & RECIPE WALL CALENDARS