§6401. Findings

The Congress finds that-

(1) propane gas, or liquefied petroleum gas, is an essential energy commodity providing heat, hot water, cooking fuel, and motor fuel among its many uses to millions of Americans;

(2) the use of propane is especially important to rural citizens and farmers, offering an efficient and economical source of gas energy;

(3) propane has been recognized as a clean fuel and can contribute in many ways to reducing the pollution in our cities and towns; and

(4) propane is primarily domestically produced and its use provides energy security and jobs for Americans.

( Pub. L. 104–284, §2, Oct. 11, 1996, 110 Stat. 3370 .)

Short Title

Section 1 of Pub. L. 104–284 provided that: "This Act [enacting this chapter] may be cited as the 'Propane Education and Research Act of 1996'."