All gas stations in Oregon are now allowed to make some of their pumps self-service, making New Jersey the last state to restrict self-service. After years of debate, gas stations throughout Oregon can begin allowing the public to pump their own gasoline. Oregon was one of two states to continue to restrict self-service at gas stations. Previously, self-service gas was available in only a handful of rural counties in eastern Oregon. The new law, which Gov
After years of debate, gas stations throughout Oregon can begin allowing the public to pump their own gasoline.
The new law, which Gov. Tina Kotek signed last week, allows gas stations in 16 of the state's most populous counties to use up to 50% of their pumps for self-service. The state requires stations to charge the same prices for full-service as self-service. It also requires stations to clearly mark which pumps are for self-service. The House passed the bill in March by a 47-10 margin. The Senate passed it in June by a 16-9 ledger.
Previously, justifications for continuing full-service gas pumping in Oregon have included customer safety and job preservation. But Ian Hill, co-owner of SeQuential Refuel Station, said his station has struggled to meet customer demand amid employee shortages.
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