Gov. Kotek signs gas pump bill; self-service now allowed statewide

The governor’s signature lifts a self-service gas ban that’s been in place in Oregon since 1951.

PORTLAND, Ore. — For the first time in decades, Oregonians can legally pump their own gas. Gov. Tina Kotek’s office confirmed late Friday morning that she had signed a bill into law that gives gas stations throughout the state the ability to offer self-service as an option. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it took effect immediately upon receiving Kotek’s signature.

Last week, Kotek signaled that she would let the bill go into effect, either by signing it or allowing it to become law without her signature by the

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