Bill Positions

Bill Number: HB 777

Bill Title: Commercial Law - Maryland Gasohol and Gasoline Products Marketing Act - Marketing Premises

Bill Sponsor(s): Delegate Hecht, et al.

Subject: Commercial Law

Committee: ECM

Bill Summary: This bill would prohibit a gasoline producer or refiner from transferring or assigning an interest in a gas station without offering a right of first refusal to a dealer leasing the premises.

History: None

Chamber Position: Oppose

Position Summary: This bill is an unwarranted intrusion of government into the commercial transactions of private parties. Among the rights of property ownership is the right to convey the property. By attempting to force owners of gasoline stations to offer a right of first refusal to tenants, this bill would inhibit the property owners from obtaining market value for their properties, or bundling multiple properties for sale as a package.

Position Statement: Coming Soon

Chamber Staff: Ronald Wineholt

General Assembly: Click here to view the bill on the Maryland General Assembly's website.