NPGA Pushes for Smarter Regulations: Calls for Change in Response to Executive Orders
In a move aimed at reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens on the propane industry, the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has formally submitted comments to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) following a series of federal Executive Orders. These orders — Executive Orders 14192, 14219, and 14267 — directed federal agencies to identify and revise rules that are outdated, redundant, or excessively complex.
NPGA took this opportunity to spotlight ten specific regulations across six federal agencies that have created significant challenges for the propane sector. According to the association, these rules either conflict with existing legal standards, add layers of unnecessary complexity, or impose unjustified compliance burdens on businesses working hard to provide safe and reliable propane service across the country.
This effort is part of a broader strategy by NPGA to ensure that federal oversight supports – not hinders – industry growth and operational efficiency. The propane industry operates under a complex web of federal and state regulations, many of which were written without considering the unique logistics and safety practices of propane distribution. Over time, some of these rules have become outdated or inconsistent with newer safety protocols and technologies. Others duplicate existing standards or create compliance challenges that do little to enhance safety or service quality.
By participating in this federal review process, NPGA continues its long-standing role as a key advocate for rational and practical regulation. In recent years, the association has worked closely with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), as well as with state governments, to highlight regulations that hinder innovation and unnecessarily raise costs for propane providers and customers alike.
“Propane companies are already heavily invested in safety, training, and compliance,” said Benjamin Nussdorf, NPGA’s Senior Vice President of Regulatory & Industry Affairs. “But we need a regulatory environment that makes sense – one that reflects how our industry works today, not how it operated decades ago.”
NPGA’s comments emphasized the need for rulemaking that balances public safety with economic efficiency and practical application in the field. The organization remains committed to collaborating with federal agencies to modernize and streamline regulations, ensuring they are both effective and appropriate for today’s energy landscape.
Industry stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed and involved as these regulatory reviews continue to unfold. For more details or to discuss the implications of these regulatory efforts, interested parties can reach out directly to NPGA’s regulatory affairs team.
Information for this article was provided by the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA).
