SB2 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

April WeaverSenator

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Liquified petroleum gas; filling, storing cylinders within certain distance of public places prohibited

Summary

SB2 would prohibit LP-Gas permittees from filling or storing cylinders within 3,000 feet of public gathering places, with an exemption for certain retail facilities, effective October 1, 2026.

What This Bill Does

It adds a new Section 9-17-111 that prohibits permittees operating bulk LP-Gas filling facilities from filling or storing LP-Gas cylinders within 3,000 feet of the boundary line of adjoining real property where a school, church, hospital, athletic field, or other public gathering place is located. It also clarifies that the restriction does not apply to retail facilities where filled LP-Gas cylinders are stored for retail sale, including as part of an LP-Gas exchange program. The act becomes effective on October 1, 2026.

Who It Affects

• Permittees operating bulk LP-Gas filling facilities, who would be prevented from filling or storing LP-Gas cylinders within 3,000 feet of nearby public gathering places.
• People who live or work near public gathering places (such as schools, churches, hospitals, or athletic fields) within the 3,000-foot zone, who could experience changes in LP-Gas cylinder handling near those sites.

Key Provisions

• Adds Section 9-17-111 establishing a 3,000-foot protection zone around public gathering places where bulk LP-Gas cylinder filling and storage is restricted.
• Provides an exemption for retail facilities where cylinders are stored for retail sale, including LP-Gas exchange programs.
• Effective date set for October 1, 2026.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Consumer Protection