Join MPGA
As an MPGA member, you will be on the forefront of the latest news, events, training, and legislation that have a direct impact on our industry, both locally and nationally.
You will gain access to a variety of resources, information, classes and training to promote awareness and safety of propane for your team and customers.
Join your fellow industry leaders as we work together to promote the value and benefits of propane through education and advocacy.
Why Join MPGA?
- To have your views effectively represented at all levels of government—federal, state and local.
- To provide input for consideration when industry standards and regulations are being established or modified.
- To exchange ideas with others in the industry.
- To participate in vitally important decisions affecting the propane gas industry.
- To help strengthen the Association’s ability to maintain a favorable business climate for the propane gas industry.
- To assist in making the government and the public aware of propane gas as a safe, efficient energy source through Association public relations programs.
- To pay in part for the benefits you already receive as an industry member.
Membership Benefits and Services
MPGA exists to provide a positive business environment for our members.
- Registered lobbyists at the state and national levels
- Representation before state and federal agencies — DOT, OSHA, Missouri Propane Safety Commission
- Educational Programs — year-round continuing education seminars throughout the state
- Nationally recognized, state approved training and testing to meet state requirements
- Safety training and materials for important partners: firefighters, HVAC, builders, bottle fillers, and others
- Legislative Directory — an annual publication listing Missouri Representatives and Senators in their districts
- Communications — bulletins, brochures and pamphlets to keep members informed
- MPGA Scholarship Fund — at least 10 scholarships annually for students of MPGA-member companies
- Weekly e-Newsletter — Missouri Propane Update
- Mid-State Propane Expo Convention and Trade Show
- Family Outing — a retreat for the Missouri Propane community
- Annual district meetings — to update marketers on all association affairs and current issues
- Quarterly magazine — MPGA News
- In-house stock and member pricing for most industry forms, decals, signs and meter tickets
- Committees working on and solving industry challenges:
- Membership
- Government Affairs
- Safety
- Marketing