Propane; prohibits dealers from engaging in discriminatory pricing. (HB1857)

Introduced By

Del. Bobby Orrock (R-Thornburg)

Description

Propane; discriminatory pricing. Prohibits dealers from engaging in discriminatory pricing by selling or offering to sell propane at different prices or rates when the difference is attributable to the ownership status of the storage tank into which the propane is delivered. The measure applies to individuals who purchase propane at retail for consumption in a residential dwelling for heating, cooling, cooking, and other domestic purposes. It does not apply to sales of propane (i) in a container having a capacity that does not exceed 100 gallons, (ii) for use as fuel to propel a motor vehicle, or (iii) in connection with the provision of non-utility gas service. In addition, beginning with contracts entered on or after July 1, 2013, dealers are prohibited from charging a customer for the removal of a storage tank owned by the dealer and located on the customer's property when the customer has discontinued propane delivery service from the dealer and has requested the removal of the tank. A violation constitutes a prohibited practice under the Virginia Consumer Protection Act. Read the Bill »

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