August 9, 2023
Oregon last week
lifted its 72-year-old ban on self-service gas stations, allowing stations to operate half of their pumps as self-serve. Oregon’s law, which was signed Friday by Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek, was passed
over the objections of a union representing 800 workers at stations.
Oregon’s move makes New Jersey the last state where drivers can’t touch the gas pump. Gas station owners in New Jersey can be
fined as much as $250 for a first offense if drivers are caught handling the gas pump and up to $500 for subsequent violations.