Storage Tanks

Iowa HF 2748 Amendment H-8293 Proposes DNR Oversight of Proprietary Treatment Systems

Iowa’s HF 2748 amendment proposes a strict monitoring and maintenance regime for proprietary wastewater treatment systems starting in July 2026. The move toward life-of-system oversight and performance databases signals increased liability for system performance and a shift toward data-driven environmental enforcement.

9 Apr 2026, 14:16legis.iowa.govUnited States

Oregon Enacts HB 4100 on Financial Responsibility for Bulk Oil and Liquid Fuel Terminals

Oregon has enacted HB 4100, requiring bulk oil and liquid fuel terminal operators to secure certificates of financial responsibility and provide financial assurance of up to $300 million for spill liabilities. Operators must prepare for mandatory DEQ certification by March 2027, necessitating a review of insurance, surety bonds, or self-insurance mechanisms to meet new state-level environmental risk standards.

4 Apr 2026, 10:30olis.oregonlegislature.govUnited States

Louisiana SB505 Proposes Changes To Motor Fuels Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund Grants

Louisiana SB505 proposes new funding caps and stricter administrative requirements for the state's underground storage tank (UST) improvement grant program, effective August 2026. Facility owners should prepare for tighter project completion timelines and increased transparency in ownership disclosures to maintain eligibility for state-funded upgrades.

4 Apr 2026, 10:29legis.la.govUnited States

Netherlands Finalises PGS 12:2025 Guideline on Ammonia Storage and Loading

The Netherlands has finalized PGS 12:2025, a consolidated safety guideline for the storage and loading of anhydrous ammonia, effective December 2025. Operators must align facility design, maintenance, and emergency protocols with these updated standards, adhering to specific implementation deadlines for existing installations.

30 Mar 2026, 17:21publicatiereeksgevaarlijkestoffen.nlNetherlands

Minnesota Legislature Proposes E-15 Access Requirements For Fuel Retailers (HF 4673)

Minnesota is proposing mandatory E-15 gasoline access for fuel retailers, with phase-in dates starting in 2028 for new stations and 2030 for existing sites. Impacted businesses should prioritize infrastructure audits to determine waiver eligibility or prepare for mandatory shifts in fuel distribution requirements.

27 Mar 2026, 18:41revisor.mn.govUnited States

Minnesota SF4842 Would Prohibit Commissioner From Restricting Airport Fuel Distribution

Minnesota SF 4842 proposes to prohibit the state commissioner from restricting municipal airport fuel distribution, including purchasing and storage management. This shift toward local autonomy could limit the state's ability to implement uniform fuel standards or transition mandates across municipal aviation infrastructure.

27 Mar 2026, 07:55revisor.mn.govUnited States

Minnesota Senate Bill SF 4808 Proposes E-15 Gasoline Access and Monitoring Requirements

Minnesota has introduced legislation (SF 4808) to mandate E-15 gasoline access at fuel stations starting in 2028 for new sites and 2030 for existing infrastructure. Retailers and fuel equipment manufacturers should assess infrastructure compatibility and capital costs now, as the bill establishes strict dispensing quotas and limited waiver pathways.

27 Mar 2026, 07:49revisor.mn.govUnited States

Washington Ecology Opens Comment Period on Troy Laundry Cleanup Documents

Washington State has opened a public consultation on the final cleanup and long-term monitoring plans for the contaminated Troy Laundry site in Seattle. This highlights the ongoing liability and remediation costs associated with legacy industrial sites and the transition from active cleanup to long-term institutional controls.

26 Mar 2026, 11:35ecology.wa.govUnited States

Louisiana DEQ Proposes Renewal/Modification of ExxonMobil Baton Rouge Refinery Tank Farm Part 70 Air Permit (PER20230009, 2795-V12)

The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality has proposed the renewal and modification of the Title V air operating permit for the ExxonMobil Baton Rouge Refinery Tank Farm. This action signals potential shifts in enforceable emission limits and monitoring obligations, requiring facility operators to validate compliance strategies against updated state air quality standards.

25 Mar 2026, 21:44deq.louisiana.govUnited States

Minnesota House Ways And Means Schedules HF3298 Hearing On Underground Petroleum Storage Tank Piping Reimbursement

Minnesota is advancing legislation to establish a 50% reimbursement program for replacing pressurized single-walled steel piping in underground petroleum storage tank systems. This initiative provides a time-limited financial incentive for operators to upgrade infrastructure to support higher biofuel blends and mitigate environmental leak risks.

22 Mar 2026, 10:44revisor.mn.govUnited States

Minnesota HF 3651 Proposes Fire Code Standards for Alcohol-Blended Fuel Equipment Compatibility

Minnesota HF 3651 proposes new State Fire Code standards for fuel-dispensing equipment compatibility with alcohol-blended fuels exceeding 10% ethanol. The bill establishes clear certification and documentation requirements for manufacturers and operators to ensure the safety and integrity of infrastructure handling higher ethanol concentrations.

16 Mar 2026, 16:16revisor.mn.govUnited States

Connecticut Implements Release-Based Cleanup Regulations, Sunsetting Property Transfer Act

Connecticut has officially replaced its Property Transfer Act with a Release-Based Cleanup Program, effective March 1, 2026. This shift decouples remediation obligations from property transactions, requiring proactive reporting and cleanup of newly discovered or significant existing contamination.

16 Mar 2026, 15:57portal.ct.govUnited States

Slovakia Adopts Decree 38/2026 on Fire Safety When Using Flammable Liquids

Slovakia has published Decree 38/2026, effective April 1, 2026, establishing strict new fire safety standards for the storage and handling of flammable liquids. Operators must update facility designs, tank labeling, and safety equipment to align with CLP-based classifications, with a critical transition deadline for project documentation by September 30, 2026.

14 Mar 2026, 16:22static.slov-lex.skSlovakia

Netherlands: Rotterdam Court Convicts Individual Over Falsified Crude Oil Sampling Reports (ECLI:NL:RBROT:2026:2480)

The Rotterdam District Court has convicted an individual for forging crude oil sampling reports and unauthorized terminal access, exposing vulnerabilities in the oil logistics chain. This ruling emphasizes the high legal and reputational risks for operators and traders when site security and documentation integrity are compromised.

14 Mar 2026, 08:41uitspraken.rechtspraak.nlNetherlands

Netherlands: Rotterdam Court Convicts Surveyor for Falsified Oil Sampling Reports (ECLI:NL:RBROT:2026:2485)

On March 13, 2026, the Rotterdam District Court convicted a surveyor for falsifying crude oil sampling reports and unauthorized terminal access, highlighting severe criminal penalties for supply chain documentation fraud. This ruling reinforces the necessity for rigorous verification of third-party inspection reports and strict site access controls to mitigate legal and operational risks in bulk commodity logistics.

14 Mar 2026, 08:38deeplink.rechtspraak.nlNetherlands

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Approves $1,195,080 in Environmental Enforcement Penalties

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality approved over $1.1 million in penalties against 72 entities in March 2026 for environmental violations. This underscores the high cost of non-compliance in Texas and the importance of maintaining rigorous operational controls across air, water, and waste management programs.

13 Mar 2026, 13:16content.govdelivery.comUnited States

Oregon Legislature Enrols HB 4100 On Financial Responsibility For Bulk Fuel Terminals; Awaiting Governor’s Signature

Oregon has enrolled legislation requiring bulk fuel terminal operators to secure $300 million in financial assurance for spill liabilities. This mandate increases operational costs and requires existing facilities to meet new DEQ certification standards by March 2027.

12 Mar 2026, 12:16olis.oregonlegislature.govUnited States

Minnesota Senate Committee Schedules Hearing on S.F. 3477 Underground Petroleum Storage Tank Reimbursement Programme

Minnesota is advancing S.F. 3477 to establish a reimbursement program for replacing aging underground petroleum storage tank systems, with a committee hearing scheduled for March 2026. Impacted operators should evaluate eligibility requirements and updated compliance timelines to align infrastructure upgrades with available state funding.

11 Mar 2026, 17:12assets.senate.mnUnited States

Minnesota House Energy Committee Amends and Re-Refers HF 3298 Underground Petroleum Tank Reimbursement Bill

Minnesota’s HF 3298, establishing a reimbursement program for replacing aging underground petroleum storage tank systems, advanced to the House Ways and Means Committee in March 2026. This development signals a potential state-funded pathway for operators to offset the costs of infrastructure modernization and reduce long-term environmental remediation liabilities.

11 Mar 2026, 12:30house.mn.govUnited States

Virginia DEQ Issues Delivery Prohibition for Holly Grove Marina UST Tank 4

Virginia DEQ has prohibited fuel deliveries to a specific underground storage tank at Holly Grove Marina as of March 2026 due to regulatory non-compliance. This enforcement action highlights the immediate operational risks of failing to meet UST technical and financial responsibility standards, which can result in sudden supply chain disruptions.

11 Mar 2026, 11:42content.govdelivery.comUnited States