Want your tank topped off? Not so fast - it's illegal now

Want your tank topped off? Not so fast - it's illegal now

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Story Published: Jul 2, 2009 at 11:35 AM PST

By KATU.com Staff

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PORTLAND, Ore. - It is now illegal in Oregon to ask a gas station attendant to top off your tank.

The state approved the ban last year because topping off can spill excess fuel and release Benzene and other toxins into the air.

When it comes to enforcement, the state will first send warnings to gas stations that are repeat offenders and then will start issuing penalties.

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