SB182 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Steve LivingstonSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Motor fuel, retailers and transportation infrastructure, state and political subdivisions prohibited from regulating exception for Chapter 17, Title 40.
Summary: SB182 prevents governments from restricting motor fuel retailers or related transportation infrastructure based solely on the type of motor fuel they sell or deliver.
What This Bill Does
It bars state and local governments from enacting rules, ordinances, or rules that block lawful operation of motor fuel retailers or their infrastructure just because of the fuel type. It defines key terms (governmental entity, motor fuel, motor fuel retailer, related transportation infrastructure) and notes exceptions under Chapter 17 of Title 40. It preserves police powers for safety, building permits, emergencies, and zoning when not based solely on fuel type, and it prohibits licensing or permitting decisions from being denied solely because of fuel type. The law takes effect on the first day of the third month after it is enacted and governor-approved.

Who It Affects
Motor fuel retailers (gas stations and similar outlets) are protected from being prohibited or restricted based solely on the fuel type they sell or process.
Related transportation infrastructure operators (storage tanks, pipelines, and related equipment) are protected from restrictions based solely on the fuel type, and their licensing or rights-of-way use cannot be denied solely for fuel type.

Key Provisions
Prohibits governmental entities from adopting rules that prohibit or restrict the lawful operation of motor fuel retailers or related infrastructure solely based on the type of motor fuel sold, stored, processed, or delivered.
Defines key terms: governmental entity, motor fuel, motor fuel retailer, and related transportation infrastructure.
Allows exceptions as provided by Chapter 17 of Title 40 and preserves police powers for public safety, including building permits, emergencies, and zoning not based solely on fuel type; licensing/permits cannot be denied solely due to fuel type.
Effective date: the act becomes law on the first day of the third month following passage and governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Motor Fuel