JUST IN: Oregon allows self-service at gas stations amid coronavirus pandemic

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(KATU-TV) PORTLAND, Ore. — In an effort to ensure fuel remains accessible to Oregonians while they continue practicing safe social distancing, the state fire marshal’s office announced Saturday that it is temporarily not enforcing self-service regulations.

“During this unprecedented time of state emergency, we need to ensure that critical supply lines for fuels and other basic services remain uninterrupted,” said State Fire Marshal Jim Walker.

The new regulations are in place until April 11.

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State Launches Construction Loan Guarantee Program

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