SB29 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Quinton Ross
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board, LP-Gas Recovery Fund abolished, board required to post rules in lieu of mailing, surety in cash requirement for permit holders deleted, permit F further provide for, Secs. 9-17-100, 9-17-101, 9-17-103, 9-17-104, 9-17-105, 9-17-106, 9-17-107, 9-17-109, 9-17-121, 9-17-122, 40-17-161, 40-17-164, 40-17-165 am'd.
Summary: SB29 would overhaul Alabama's LP-Gas regulation by abolishing the Recovery Fund, updating permits and fees, and moving rule postings online, while expanding safety, storage, and reporting requirements.
What This Bill Does
Abolishes the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Recovery Fund and creates a new LP-Gas Research and Education Fund with procedures for claims and transfers. Requires board rules and amendments to be posted on the board's website instead of mailed pamphlets, with printed copies available on request. Removes the cash surety requirement for permit holders and the administrator's official bond, and allows uniform nontraffic citations for LP-Gas transport while adding vehicle marking requirements. Revises permit types (A–F, including new F and F-1), updates minimum insurance, changes permit fee schedules and due dates, strengthens storage and facility planning rules, and expands reporting obligations for dealers, suppliers, and end users.

Who It Affects
LP-Gas dealers and permit holders (A, B, B-1, C, C-1, C-2, D, E, F, F-1) who will face new permit classifications, storage requirements, insurance standards, fee structures, reporting duties, and vehicle markings.
LP-Gas suppliers and end users in Alabama who will be affected by new fee collection and reporting requirements, decal requirements for vehicles, and safety and regulatory compliance rules.

Key Provisions
Abolish the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Recovery Fund; remaining funds become part of board operations and a new LP-Gas Research and Education Fund is created; establish procedures for claims, refunds, and transfers.
Post LP-Gas Board rules and amendments on the board's website; provide printed copies on request; online posting occurs before revisions take effect.
Delete cash surety requirement for permit holders and the administrator's official bond; authorize uniform nontraffic citations for LP-Gas transportation; require all LP-Gas delivery cargo vehicles to be clearly marked.
Create/modify permit structure (A–F and F-1) with temporary authorizations; update insurance requirements; remove antiquated provisions and references to the LP-Gas Board Personal Bond Fund; delete certain references to the National Fuel Gas Code.
Change due dates and amounts for permits: A ($300 initial, $200 annual), B ($100 initial, $100 annual), C ($50), C-1 ($50), C-2 ($100), D ($250), E ($50), F/F-1 ($100); delinquency penalties apply; and temporary permits available while processing.
Establish minimum bulk storage capacity requirements: Permit A requires 30,000 gallons, Permit B-1 requires 18,000 gallons, with location near service area and plans required for new facilities.
Facility plan approvals: bulk storage facilities require board-approved location and plans, with a $200 plan review fee and $50 per site inspection, plus additional inspections as needed.
LP-Gas fee reporting and rates: suppliers must report monthly by the 20th; a fee not exceeding 0.5 cents per gallon may be added to invoices and remitted to the board; credits/refunds may apply for in-state purchases vs. out-of-state sales, subject to conditions and quarter-end reporting.
End-user and dealer obligations: end users must report purchases of LP-Gas for which fees are due; dealers must maintain minimum insurance on applicable permits and follow specified recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
Vehicle decals and enforcement: annual decals up to $5 per vehicle; failure to obtain decals within 30 days triggers a 20% penalty; enforcement may use uniform traffic nontraffic citations.
Public safety and enforcement: the board retains authority to condemn unsafe LP-Gas systems (red tagging) and shut them off until compliant, with investigative and administrative hearing processes for claims and penalties.
Other regulatory changes: removes certain agency- or code-reference provisions, and clarifies that some local testing requirements for LP-Gas servicemen are pre-empted by state LP-Gas Board standards.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board, Alabama