For years, New Jersey was basically the only state in the country that wouldn’t let customers pump their own gas. The exception was some parts of Oregon that were also holding out on a ban. But that’s about to change.
Last week, a bill ending Oregon’s 72-year self-service gas prohibition passed in the state Senate. The bill is expected to be signed into immediate effect by Gov. Tina Kotek. With a flick of Kotek’s pen, it will make Jersey the true sole observer of a ban nationwide — for realsies this time.
Full-service gas stations are a relic of the past, dating back to a time when gassing up was considered dangerous and inconvenient, as noted by automotive news outlet The Drive.
