Energy bill falls short, but still alive
January 1, 2004 By LP Gas
For the second year in a row, big benefits to the propane industry didn’t quite make it through Congress.
Read More Overtime rule changes long overdue
December 1, 2003 By LP Gas
By now you’ve likely heard of the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed revisions to the Fair Labor Standards Act, which is the primary statute governing employee entitlement to overtime compensation.
Read More NPGA seeks equitable linefill program
December 1, 2003 By LP Gas
We encounter many challenges in this industry. One of the most compelling issues we face each year is ensuring a reliable supply of propane for our customers.
Read More LIHEAP funds could grow with bill
December 1, 2003 By LP Gas
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program could get $3.4 billion in each of the next three years under the Poverty Reduction & Prevention Act of 2003.
Read More Look for more hazmat safety measures
November 1, 2003 By LP Gas
We may see some new federal efforts next year to improve hazmat carrier safety.
Read More Tax cuts: what’s in it for you?
September 1, 2003 By LP Gas
Let’s take a look at what The Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003 means for you, the business operator.
Read More Government (in)action
September 1, 2003 By LP Gas
Propane price spikes in two of the last three winters had unhappy constituents from the 4.6 million propane-dependent households chewing the ears of their Congressional representatives for help.
Read More Energy bill, budget cuts collide
September 1, 2003 By LP Gas
Look for another contentious conference over energy legislation in Congress this fall. Rather than slug it out provision by provision on the Senate floor, the Senate has passed the same bill it approved last year.
Read More Buying made affordable
August 1, 2003 By LP Gas
Propane marketers in general – and small business owners in particular – stand to save thousands of dollars in capital costs following the federal tax cuts recently signed into law by President Bush.
Read More Private firms feel heat of new law too
August 1, 2003 By LP Gas
Last year, President Bush signed into law the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which makes sweeping amendments to securities laws and other laws affecting public companies. It was enacted largely in response to the Enron, Worldcom and Global Crossings scandals.
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