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HR 2600 102th Congress House

Petroleum Marketing Practices Amendments Act of 1991

Official title: To amend the Petroleum Marketing Practices Act.

Introduced: June 10, 1991 Introduced by: Wyden, Ron Democratic · Oregon See on congress.gov
Energy ContractsEnergy policyFederal preemptionFranchises (Retail trade)
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GasolineLeasesPetroleumPetroleum industryRestrictive trade practicesService stations
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It never became law before the 102nd Congress (1991–1992) adjourned, and bills don't carry over to the next Congress. It would have to be reintroduced. You can still save it for reference, but it won't receive updates.
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Jul 15, 1991
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.
Jun 10, 1991
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jun 10, 1991
Introduced in House
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 Latest action July 15, 1991

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.

 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Petroleum Marketing Practices Act Amendments of 1991 - Amends the Petroleum Marketing Practices Act to modify the definition of "contract" to include any contract between specified parties which is economically necessary to the operation of the franchise.

Preempts conflicting or irreconcilable provisions of State law.

Provides that the termination or non-renewal of a franchise relationship, upon expiration of an underlying lease for marketing premises, is reasonable if specified conditions exist.

Declares unenforceable certain supply restrictions contained in franchise contracts between a refiner and a retailer, or a refiner and a distributor.

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U.S. Congress. (2026). H.R. 2600: Petroleum Marketing Practices Amendments Act of 1991. 102nd Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/102-HR-2600/
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