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MI HB4792

Bill

Status

Vetoed

12/31/2020

Primary Sponsor

Beau LaFave

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Origin

House of Representatives

100th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Allows operation of unattended self-service motor fuel dispensing facilities with public access if owner or operator notifies local fire department at least 30 days in advance or employs third-party monitoring service.

  • Requires department approval of facilities and inspection within 60 days, with approval contingent on meeting safety requirements including emergency shut-offs, fire extinguishers, surveillance cameras, and posted emergency procedures.

  • Limits fuel purchases to maximum $125.00 per transaction, requires payment by card or electronic means (not cash or coin), and mandates daily site visits and regular equipment maintenance by owner or operator.

  • Exempts membership-based fuel co-ops and above-ground storage tank facilities from these requirements if they comply with fire prevention code standards.

  • Preserves local authority to prohibit unattended self-service fuel dispensing facilities through ordinance, but any prohibition must apply to all non-membership-based unattended facilities within the jurisdiction.

Legislative Description

Energy: gas and oil; unattended self-service fueling stations; provide for with unrestricted public access. Amends sec. 21106 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.21106).

State agencies (existing): licensing and regulatory affairs

Last Action

Vetoed By The Governor 12/30/2020

12/31/2020

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources6/4/2020
Ways And Means10/3/2019
Commerce And Tourism6/26/2019

Full Bill Text

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