Oregonians to Pump Their Own Gas as Self-Serve Becomes Law

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has declined to veto House Bill 2426, allowing it to become law and ending a 72-year restriction on most drivers pumping their own gas. The legislation will permit Oregon gas stations to open up to half of their pumps for self-serve gas, while still requiring stations to staff at least half of their pumps for customers who prefer not to pump their own gas. The law will go into effect once Kotek signs it or on August 4 if she refuses to sign.