NATIONAL PROPANE GAS ASSOCIATION for NATIONAL PROPANE GAS ASSOCIATION
What was lobbied
10 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Environment/Superfund ENV
Discussed renewable propane use under RFS program with EPA officials. Met with House Energy and Commerce staff and other U.S. House members regarding Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Reauthorization (H.R. 5444). Discussed problems with models in the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant Program relating to propane.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| KATE GAZIANO | — |
| RHETT LEE JOHNSON | — |
| BENJAMIN NUSSDORF | — |
Trucking/Shipping TRU
Clarified concerns regarding the registration of drivers under the age of 21 for intrastate hazardous materials transport.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN NUSSDORF | — |
Energy/Nuclear ENG
H.R. 6089 Energy Choice Act, advocated for consumer choice in energy; H.R. 5444 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2023, advocated for long-term reauthorization.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| RHETT LEE JOHNSON New | — |
Taxation/Internal Revenue Code TAX
Seeking Renewal/extension of tax credit provisions related to alternative fuel and alternative fuel infrastructure within the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (H.R.5376)/ (Public Law 117-169); H.R. 2448 - Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act of 2023.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| RHETT LEE JOHNSON New | — |
Transportation TRA
Implementation of relevant propane-eligible provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R. 3684)/ (PL-117-58); Propose a special exemption from certain Hours of Service Requirements for propane industry drivers; advocating for changes to Hours of Service rulemaking, Rail Safety Act of 2023 (S. 576) (H.R. 1674). Discussed concerns about Process Safety Management with officials.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| KATE GAZIANO | — |
| RHETT LEE JOHNSON New | — |
| BENJAMIN NUSSDORF | — |
Budget/Appropriations BUD
Appropriations requests for research and demonstration of propane vehicle engine technology; Appropriations requests for combined heat & power technology; Appropriations requests for renewable propane; Dept. of Energy on research and development for propane; Continuation of funding and flexibility for LIHEAP; H.R. 4394 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| RHETT LEE JOHNSON New | — |
Homeland Security HOM
Chemical Facilities Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) alleviate storage and compliance constraints the propane industry face (H.R. 1623); Discussed FEMA Floodplain guidance with agency officials.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| KATE GAZIANO | — |
| BENJAMIN NUSSDORF | — |
Defense DEF
NDAA- expand the use of propane at domestic installations.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| RHETT LEE JOHNSON New | — |
Agriculture AGR
Farm Bill- incentivizing the storage of propane at agriculture facilities (H.R. 1290 & S.621).
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MICHAEL KISTLER BAKER | — |
| RHETT LEE JOHNSON New | — |
Consumer Issues/Safety/Products CSP
Discussed concerns about stamping and readability on propane cylinders with hazardous materials leadership at staff.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| KATE GAZIANO | — |
| BENJAMIN NUSSDORF | — |
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