[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 63 (Wednesday, May 8, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E733]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      NATIONAL PROPANE SAFETY WEEK

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                        HON. W.J. (BILLY) TAUZIN

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 8, 1996

  Mr. TAUZIN. Mr. Speaker, for over 70 years, the propane gas industry 
has been making significant contributions to American life with 
remarkable degrees of dependability, efficiency, and above all safety. 
To highlight the industry's sincere concern with safety, the National 
Propane Gas Association sponsors National Propane Safety Week, which is 
being held this year from May 6 to 10. Today I would like to recognize 
this focus on safety and bring it to the attention of my colleagues.
  Throughout the week, activities are being held to promote safety 
including safety demonstrations and antitampering messages, and public 
service announcements. Helpful tips on using gas grills, handling 
cylinders for recreational vehicles, what to do if a homeowner smells 
gas, and how to handle a pilot light that won't light, are also being 
shared.
  All across the country, manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors 
regularly help in educating the over 60 million consumers of propane on 
the wise use of this gas. Consumers use this common fuel to heat their 
homes, and barns, dry their crops, and fuel their vehicles and 
machines. National Propane Safety Week plays an important role in 
reinforcing the safety education of those who already have access to 
this pertinent information, as well as making it available to those who 
do not.
  A home safety audit, called Gas Check, is another initiative strongly 
recommended by the National Propane Gas Association throughout Safety 
Week. This year's focus is on the importance of regular appliance 
system check-ups to ensure the safe operation of all gas-fueled 
household appliances. Attention to the safety needs of consumers like 
these should be recognized and appreciated.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to stress my support for all of the propane 
dealers in my district who put safety first, and I encourage my 
colleagues to do the same. I would also like to commend the National 
Propane Gas Association and its constituent dealers for their efforts 
to promote public awareness about propane safety issues through their 
sponsorship of and participation in National Propane Safety Week.

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