JUUL Settlement with Arizona AG’s Office On November 23, e-cig giant JUUL Labs entered a settlement agreement with the state of Arizona over claims that it fueled the vape epidemic by marketing its products to minors. Arizona is the second state to settle with JUUL with another 2,000+ lawsuits still pending. One component of the settlement will require retailers of JUUL products to adopt age-verification compliance systems including a strict … Read More
OSHA Releases New Vaccine or Test Requirement Yesterday, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued its COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS). By January 4, 2022, covered employers must implement a policy either: • requiring workers to be vaccinated (other than exempt workers or those who have a medical or religious accomodation); or • allowing workers to choose either to be vaccinated or get tested for COVID-19 … Read More
Industry News for October 21, 2021 • The Arizona Department of Agriculture and its Weights and Measures Services Division will be relocating into the State Natural Resources Building (formerly known as the ADEQ building) at 1100 W. Washington St. The move is slated for June 2022. • Utilities Regulator Justin Olson Enters GOP Senate Race, Slams Dems’ Spending Proposal (AZ Central) • How Redistricting Could Reshape Arizona’s Political Landscape (AZ … Read More
Industry News for September 22, 2021 State and Industry News • Federal Tobacco Tax in Reconciliation Bill Will Have Unintended Consequences (Amanda Gray op ed in Convenience Store Decisions) • FDA Says More than 5 Million E-Cigarettes Must be Taken Off the Market (Politico) • Governor Ducey’s Statement on Biden’s Dictatorial COVID 19 Mandates (AZ Governor) • Biden Mandates Vaccine for Over 80 Million Americans (NACS) • ENDS Decision Deadline … Read More
Association Launches Media Campaign Calling on Congress to Oppose Tobacco Tax Increase APMA, an organization representing convenience stores and small retailers across Arizona, launched a digital and television advertisement campaign urging Arizona’s congressional delegation to oppose any federal excise tax increase on tobacco products from being included in the upcoming budget reconciliation package:
Industry News for September 3, 2021 Conference and Golf Recap Webpage Photos of the events and stunning Sedona views are available now. Thank you to the attendees, sponsors and volunteers that made this event such a huge success.
Industry News for July 22, 2021 UST TSIP 2021 Updates Announced Under the provisions of the new UST law, ADEQ has announced the TSIP application categories, prioritization process and periods, roll over options and extended work completion deadline. TSIP applications will be accepted by ADEQ starting Monday, August 23 through Friday, October 8, 2021. It is recommended that site owners submit applications as early as possible in the prioritization period.
Industry News for July 13, 2021 UST RF Continuation Bill Signed into Law Over the weekend, Governor Ducey signed HB2671 (UST Program Continuation) into law. We are working with ADEQ on the next steps to activate the Tank Site Improvement Program for the current fiscal year. The agency plans to post updated TSIP applications on their website in the next week and then begin accepting applications in August. There will … Read More
Industry News for June 15, 2021 EMA and Patriot Capital Announce New Partnership Patriot Capital and the Energy Marketers of America (EMA) have partnered to help marketers and their dealers across the United States achieve EMV compliance. The partnership will ensure that capital is available, competitively priced, and easy to access for marketers and their dealers.
Industry News for June 3, 2021 • Governor Ducey Wants Budget, Vetoes Bills to Make Point (AP) • Three Republican Women Enter Race for Arizona Governor’s Seat • Kari Lake announces run • Treasurer Kimberly Yee announces run • Board of Regents member Karrin Taylor Robson announces run • Secretary of State Katie Hobbs Enters Governor’s Race (Fox10) • NACS Debuts TruAge with Live Demo (NACS) • Can Employers Require … Read More
Industry News for May 17, 2021 State and Industry News • Circle K Offers Beverage Subscription for $5.99 a Month (NACS) • Republican State Treasurer Kimberly Yee Makes it Official: She’s Running for Governor (AZcentral) • Gas Stations Are Here to Stay (NACS) • Colonial Update: Refiners Continue Supplying Fuel Amid Distribution Challenges (AFPM) • Potential Roadblocks to Biden’s EV Charging Plan (NACS) • Regulator Scorned for Vote on Energy … Read More
Industry News for March 29, 2021 Governor Ducey’s Executive Order Lifts COVID-19 Restrictions on Businesses On Thursday, Governor Doug Ducey issued an executive order that rolls back many of the restrictions associated with COVID-19. Business guidance transitions to recommendations under the order. It is up to the business owner to determine whether to require masks for customers or employees. Local mask mandates are no longer in force. The Governor noted … Read More
Industry News for March 5, 2021 • Arizona Releases Timeline for Age-Based COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization (KTAR) • Biden’s Climate Agenda and What it Will Mean for Arizona (Chamber Business News) • Governor Ducey, ADOT Advance $230 M in New Transportation Investments Statewide (AZgovernor.gov) • Shell Plans 500,000 Charge Points (NACS) • Nikola and APS Deal to Pave the Way for Zero-Emission Freight Route from Phoenix to LA (Chamber Business News) … Read More
Industry News for February 3, 2021 • Consumer Choice Takes a Back Seat in Federal Push for Electric Vehicles (API) • Arizona State Senator Introduces Bill to Protect Businesses, Health Care Workers, Organizations from Frivolous COVID-19 Lawsuits (CBN) • Educate Employees About COVID-19 Vaccines (NACS) • General Motors to Eliminate Gasoline and Diesel Light-Duty Cars and SUVs by 2035 (Washington Post) • Pilot Company Opens New Food Concept in AZ … Read More
Industry News for January 22, 2021 Arizona Legislative Session Underway Last Monday, Arizona’s Legislative Session opened with a virtual state of the state address from Governor Ducey. He main topics were his COVID-related decisions and the vaccine rollout. It was Ducey’s 7th address and his shortest. You can find the video, transcript or summary here. The 2021 session will, at the start at least, be more virtual and less in … Read More