An Act relative to emergency back up power at gasoline stations
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to ensure access to gasoline during emergencies by requiring gasoline stations to maintain backup power systems. The goal is to prevent fuel pumps from becoming inoperable when the main power grid fails, allowing emergency vehicles and private citizens to refuel. The legislation aims to address potential disruptions to critical services during power outages.
Key provisions
- Gasoline stations must have backup power systems.
- The backup systems must be capable of operating fuel pumps.
- The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) will develop guidelines for these systems.
- DEEP will conduct inspections to ensure compliance.
- Stations will be responsible for maintaining and testing their backup power systems.
- The bill establishes a process for reporting and addressing non-compliance.
Who is affected
- Gasoline station owners and operators
- Emergency responders
- Private vehicle owners
- The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)
- Consumers
Notable changes
- Requires specific backup power infrastructure at gasoline stations.
- Establishes a regulatory framework for maintaining and inspecting these systems.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsor
William C. Galvin
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