INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Pence and Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann today announced a number of measures to help Hoosier families and businesses cope with the propane shortage caused in part by recent extreme winter weather.

To assist propane suppliers in meeting the needs of Hoosiers, Governor Pence has again extended an emergency proclamation (attached) to waive propane transport statutes until March 1, 2014. The Governor first issued the order on January 3, and then extended the order to January 31, 2014.

“Hoosier homeowners, businesses and the farming community are facing propane shortages and unrelenting temperatures, and the State continues to exhaust all possible options to alleviate the impact of this crisis,” said Pence. “As in the past, the compassionate nature of Hoosiers is evident, and I urge all to be mindful of their propane usage, and I ask those who might have a surplus to help their neighbors in need.”

Hoosiers who have a surplus and wish to provide assistance are asked to contact their local propane supplier.

During this shortage, the Office of the Indiana Attorney General will continue to protect the rights of Hoosiers who feel they are being subjected to price gouging.  To file an inquiry, please call the Attorney General’s Consumer Hotline at 1-866-241-9753.