Us Code § 6401 - Findings
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§ 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.)
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Short Title of 2014 Amendment
Pub. L. 113–269, §1, Dec. 18, 2014, 128 Stat. 2947, provided that: "This Act [amending sections 6404 and 6408 of this title] may be cited as the 'Propane Education and Research Enhancement Act of 2014'."
Short Title
Pub. L. 104–284, §1, Oct. 11, 1996, 110 Stat. 3370, provided that: "This Act [enacting this chapter] may be cited as the 'Propane Education and Research Act of 1996'."
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