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
On Tuesday, September 21, APMA members gathered at the Phoenix Country Club for a membership meeting and luncheon. Attendees heard from and spoke with Governor’s office candidate and former Congressman Matt Salmon. Jess Miller, APMA President with Diamond Trucking and Miller Oil, welcomed attendees and facilitated table introductions. Marc Kosiek with Crest Insurance gave a Safety Minute update on the Biden Administration’s proposed covid vaccine mandate or weekly testing requirement … 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.
The fall edition of the APMA Fuel Monitor magazine is now available! This magazine features a ADEQ updates on the return of TSIP, Legislative Session Recap, Meet the President and VP article, Scholarship Foundation update, a Conference Recap Preview and federal updates from EMA and more. This edition has also been mailed to your company. Please contact APMA to update your mailing address information if you do not receive yours. … Read More
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.
Scholarship Foundation Awards Most Funds (Again) with $87,000 in Scholarships The Arizona Petroleum Marketers Association is thrilled to announce that the APMA Scholarship Foundation (“the Foundation”) has made its 2021 scholarship awards to sixteen students worth $87,000 if eligibility requirements are met. Since its formation in 2007, the Foundation has paid out over $475,000 in scholarship awards to 108 students. The Champlin Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Grant Hagaman. Grant … Read More
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.
The summer edition of the APMA Fuel Monitor magazine is now available! This magazine features a recap of the Scholarship Golf Tournament, lessons on accountability for profits, cyber liability and exposure scorecard, legislative session tracker, ADEQ updates on successful inspections, federal updates from EMA and more. This edition has also been mailed to your company. Please contact APMA to update your mailing address information if you do not receive yours. … Read More
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