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NY A07504
Bill
Status
Introduced
5/6/2011
Primary Sponsor
Peter Rivera
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AI Summary
- Amends General Business Law Section 199-j to prohibit refiners and distributors from blocking gas station dealers from purchasing unbranded motor fuel from alternative suppliers
- Applies to dealers who own their service station equipment (tanks and pumps) or provide environmental pollution insurance coverage of at least $1 million for such equipment
- Voids any franchise or supply agreement provisions that prohibit, limit quantities of, or discourage purchasing unbranded motor fuel from sources other than the refiner
- Defines key terms: "refiner" as motor fuel producers, "distributor" as entities purchasing fuel at terminals to supply stations, and "unbranded motor fuel" as fuel without refiner trademarks or identifying symbols
- Takes effect 60 days after enactment and applies to franchise agreements entered into on or after that date
Legislative Description
Authorizes gas stations to purchase motor fuel from alternative suppliers.
Last Action
enacting clause stricken
9/4/2012
Committee Referrals
Economic Development, Job Creation, Commerce and Industry5/6/2011
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