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HAPPENINGS IN THE NEBRASKA LEGISLATURE THIS WEEK
Time is running short and tempers are running high  as the Nebraska Legislature attempts to come up with some form of tax relief in the last four days of the session.
 
It now appears that the Legislature will be in session until April 18th, utilizing all 60 scheduled days, in an effort to try and come to a tax relief package that can garner enough votes to end a filibuster (33 needed), and subsequently find 25 votes to advance a bill to the next round of debate and ultimately to Governor Ricketts.
 
Lawmakers did make progress this week advancing several bills, including the three bills (LB944, LB945, LB946) that make adjustments to the biennium budget. Subsequently the Governor signed all three bills enacting them into law on Wednesday.
 
Tuesday of this week saw three hours of floor debate on the Governor's tax relief package, LB947.
 
To start off the discussion on the Governor's comprehensive tax relief package, Senator Erdman, Bayard, introducer of LB829 (50% refundable property tax credit of K-12 property taxes paid), filled a bracket motion to kill the bill.
 
Erdman, who opposed the amendment, stating that other bills, including his LB829, offer more significant property tax relief. Erdman said that a 2 percent credit on an agricultural landowner's property tax bill is not enough when valuations on agricultural land have increased approximately 5.6 percent per year over the past 12 years.
 
After three hours of debate a vote was taken on the kill motion and lost by a vote count of 9-25. In order for Senator Erdman to seek a "reconsideration of the vote just taken" motion, he switched his vote from "yes" to "not voting", thus there were 10 "yes" votes to kill LB947.
 
The vote on the Erdman kill motion can be viewed as a "test vote" on the passage of LB947, but with only 25 in favor of keeping the bill alive and the assumption that they would vote to pass the bill, it still is nowhere near the anticipated 33 votes that will be needed to end a filibuster.
 
With all the time spent on the kill motion there was not any opportunity to get to the Revenue Committee's AM2542. LB947 was advanced by the Revenue Committee on March 21st and AM2542, which would replace the bill as introduced was filed on April 4th.
 
AM2542 would:
 
  • Reduce the state's corporate income tax rate from 7.81% to 6.84% over a 5-year period;
  • Allocate $5 million annually for 10 years for workforce development;
  • Retain the state's existing property tax credit fund ($225 million annually);
  • Provide a refundable tax credit for homeowners of 1% of property taxes paid - 20% over a 12-year period - capped at $25 the first year and a maximum of $500 annually.
  • Provide a refundable tax credit for agricultural and horticultural land owners of 2% of property taxes paid, escalating over a 12-year period to 20%, with no cap on the dollar amount allowed.
 
The fiscal impact to the state, if implemented, would be around $600 million - $700 million by 2030.
 
Also debated this week was LB1103, introduced by Senator Friesen of Henderson that would have provided a minimum ($500/student) of state aid to K-12 education. The goal is to lessen the overreliance on property taxes to fund K-12 schools.
 
During the debate, Senator Friesen filed a motion to substitute AM2808 (Briese) for a previously filed amendment, AM2439.
 
AM2808, if adopted, would have replaced the contents of LB1103 with the provisions of LB1084, introduced by Senator Briese, but held in the Revenue Committee.
 
The intent of AM2808 is to:
 
  • Increase the state sales tax rate by 1%, from 5.5% to 6.5%;
  • Increase the cigarette tax from its current rate of $0.64/pack to $2.14/pack, a $1.50/pack tax hike;
  • Impose a surtax of 2.5% on incomes over $500,000 annually and 5% on incomes over $1 million annually.
 
Senator Jim Smith, Papillon, who opposed AM2808 stated that the amendment would increase taxes by approximately $487 million.
 
Having spent three hours of floor debate, the allotted time before having to show 33 votes to end a filibuster, lawmakers moved on to the next bill on the agenda.
 
Frustrated with the lack of progress on finding a compromise on tax relief, Speaker Scheer addressed senators late Friday afternoon, saying that "the Legislature is in jeopardy of doing nothing this year on one of the public's top concerns."
 
Speaker Scheer is also quoted, by the Lincoln Journal Star, as saying, "We've killed everything that's come in front of us, and why? Because we didn't take the time to determine if we could find something that everyone could agree with," he said. "No one, and I mean no one, was willing to compromise."
 
He warned lawmakers that if the legislature did nothing this session on property tax relief, that the petition for property tax relief, which is already collecting signatures to place it on the November ballot, and if successfully passed, would create a $1.1 billion fiscal problem that would have to be addressed in the 2019 session. On the other hand, if the petition fails, those seeking property tax relief will have lost their political clout. Both options seem to be a high-stakes gamble for all to consider.  
 
Originally, Speaker Scheer summoned those that had introduced bills to addresses taxing issue this session to meet in his office on Saturday morning at 9:00am to see if a compromise could be worked out.
 
After receiving some comments on how short a notice was given for the meeting and some senators having prior commitments, a group of senators including Speaker Scheer, Friesen, Groene, Smith, Erdman, Harr and Schumacher all meet Friday evening, but came to no consensus and plan to meet again on Sunday late afternoon.
 
Senators did meet late Sunday afternoon and were not able to come to agreement on any proposal.
 
Other Action This Week
 
LB389 , aka the small cell bill, saw three hours of General File debate but stalled and will now need to show the 33 votes to end a filibuster.
 
The most contentious issues are that of competitive advantages/disadvantages and fees to place 5g components within existing rights-of-way.
 
The advantage/disadvantage is one sector of the communications industry, cell carriers, having an advantage over others that provide internet services, cable companies.
The second issue being the establishing of the fees that public entities, like municipalities and power companies, can charge carriers to adhere their 5g components to collocate small cell wireless technology in public right of way.
 
With LB389 not being on Monday's Legislative Agenda and Monday being the last day a bill must move from General File to have time to clear the remaining two rounds of debate, it is most likely dead for the year.
 
The subject matter contained in LB389 will most certainly be discussed within the objectives of the task force being created in LB994, which appears on Select File on Monday and should pass this session.
 
LB994 creates the Rural Broadband Task Force whose purpose is study alternatives for deployment to underserved or unserved areas such as reverse auction programs, public-private partnerships, and funding for competitive deployment. Also, broadband services are defined as high-speed telecommunications capability at a minimum speed of 25 megabits per second down and 3 megabits per second up that enables users to originate and receive high-quality voice, data, and video telecommunications using any technology.
 
LB1089 - AM2806 (Smith) was filed on Wednesday of this week and if adopted would add language to allow the continuation of the use of 1031 exchanges for purposes of computing one's Nebraska personal property tax liability.
 
LB1089 was advanced to Select File on March 28th and appears on Monday's Legislative Agenda.
 
LB1120 - AM2784 was adopted on Tuesday of this week and adds back in several provisions initially contained in the bill, but not advanced from the General Affairs Committee.
 
AM2784 encompasses:
 
  • The ability of the Liquor Control Commission to regulate bottle clubs, since they allow the consumption of alcohol (BYOB) and thus will allow law enforcement to enter these facilities to do a compliance check.
  • Reallocates the shipping licenses fees, correcting an error from a couple years back in how the funds are distributed. The issue here was that the craft brewers were getting more than just the beer license fees to promote the craft beer industry. Basically, a fair amount of the license fees from wine shippers were being allocated to craft beer promotion, when it was the intention that wine fees be used for Nebraska winery promotion.
  • Allows an increase in the size of growlers to 64ozs (currently 32ozs).
  • Will allow someone applying for a liquor license for the first time to have the ability to appeal to the Liquor Control Commission (LCC). Under current law, only those applying for a license renewal and a subsequent denial are allowed an appeal to the LCC.
 
Retains the language that was advanced by the General Affairs Committee pertaining to music licensing fees changing the "late fee" to a "fine" and being a fine by the Nebraska Constitution the funds will be directed to school funding.
 
LB1120 was placed on Select File on Thursday and appears on Monday's Legislative Agenda
 
Noteable Bills on Next Week's Legislative Agenda
 
 
SELECT FILE: 2018 COMMITTEE PRIORITY BILLS
Document
Introducer
Description
Change provisions relating to confidential tax information, refundable income tax credits,
and homestead exemptions
Create the Rural Broadband Task Force and exempt dark fiber from sales tax
Appropriation Bill
Change provisions of the Nebraska Liquor Control Act and music licensing provisions
Change provisions under the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Act and the Employee
Classification Act
 
No Later Than 10:30 A.M. - GENERAL FILE: 2018 SENATOR PRIORITY BILL
Document
Introducer
Description
Provide population requirements for establishing district boundary
lines for legislative districts, Supreme Court districts, and certain
political subdivisions
 
GENERAL FILE: 2018 SENATOR PRIORITY BILL
Document
Introducer
Description
Authorize testing of autonomous vehicles by a city of the primary
class on its roadways
 
GENERAL FILE: 2018 SENATOR PRIORITY BILLS
Document
Introducer
Description
Change provisions of the Property Tax Credit Act and provide
School district property tax relief
Adopt the Nebraska Property Tax Cuts and Opportunities Act,
change income tax rates, and eliminate certain exemptions and
credits
Appropriation Bill
Provide a minimum amount of state aid for each school district
 
 
Priority Bills of Interest Updated
 
To view a listing of all 2018 Senator, Committee and Speaker Priority Bills. You may also view them by going to the Nebraska Legislature's website https://nebraskalegislature.gov and click on "Priority Bills".
 
Prioritized
Bill Number
Introducer 
Status 
One liner
Senator Watermeier
Final Reading - Failed to get Cloture votes
Adopt the Remote Seller Sales Tax Collection Act
Senator Stinner
General File
Extend certain levy authority for natural resources districts. Cloture Vote failed 27-14 (needed 33) on March 7th.
Senator Pansing Brooks
General File - Failed to get Cloture votes
Change provisions relating to appointment of counsel for juveniles
Senator Lowe
General File Had 3hrs of floor debate 4/4/2018, will need proof of 33 votes to return to the agenda, which is doubtful
Adopt the Small Wireless Facilities Act
Agriculture Committee
General File
Prohibit certain unlawful acts as prescribed relating to the Weights and Measures Act
Senator Baker
Signed 2/28/2018
Change provisions relating to civil claims of four thousand dollars or less
Speaker Scheer
Placed on Final Reading 4/3/2018
Provide a procedure for judicial emancipation of a minor
Speaker Scheer
Presented to the Governor 4/6/2018
Change provisions relating to real property appraisers
Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee
Signed 3/21/2018
Change provisions relating to mortgage licensing, recording of real property instruments, and rights and duties of secured creditors
Senator Morfeld
Signed 2/28/2018
Change provisions of the Credit Report Protection Act and the Financial Data Protection and Consumer Notification of Data Security Breach Act of 2006
Natural Resources Committee
Signed 2/28/2018
Provide for voluntary payments in lieu of taxes on water augmentation project lands as prescribed
Appropriations Committee
Signed 3/21/2018
Adopt the State Park System Construction Alternatives Act
Education Committee
General File
Cloture Vote Failed 3/22/2018
Require voter approval for school district building fund levies
Senator Erdman
In Committee
Adopt the Property Tax Relief Act
Speaker Scheer
Placed on Final Reading 4/3/2018
Require Director of Aeronautics to consult with the Military Department in certain structure permitting decisions
General Affairs Committee
General File
Has had 3hrs of floor debate, Needs proof of 33 votes to comeback.
Create a licensing exception under the State Electrical Act for certain farm building construction
Speaker Scheer
Placed on Final Reading 4/3/2018
Provide immunity for certain law enforcement employees administering naloxone and change provisions relating to immunity for persons reporting or experiencing alcohol overdoses
Senator Smith
General File Stalled after 3hrs of debate.
Adopt the Nebraska Property Tax Cuts and Opportunities Act, change income tax rates, and eliminate certain exemptions and credits
Business and Labor Committee
Advanced from Select File 4/6/2018
Change provisions relating to lump-sum settlements under the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Act
Senator Wishart
Had 3hrs General File debate 4/4/2018
Authorize testing of autonomous vehicles by a city of the primary class on its roadways
Transportation and Telecommunications Committee
Select File
Create the Rural Broadband Study Task Force, change provisions relating to the Nebraska Telecommunications Universal Service Fund, and change powers and duties of the Public Service Commission as prescribed
Natural Resources Committee
Presented to the Governor 4/6/2018
Increase amounts of liquidated damages for certain violations of the Game Law
Senator Hughes
Placed on Final Reading 4/3/2018
Provide a super-two rural highway classification and change maximum highway speed limits as prescribed
Senator Brewer
In Committee
Change provisions relating to hearings before the Nebraska Power Review Board and electric generation using wind
Senator Briese
In Committee
Adopt the Property Tax Request Limitation Act, provide sunset dates for certain tax exemptions and incentives, and change other revenue and taxation provisions
Revenue Committee
Select File -AMD2806 filed 4/4/2018 to extend 1031 exchanges for 2yrs.
Change provisions relating to confidential tax information, refundable income tax credits, and homestead exemptions
Revenue Committee
Final Reading
Change provisions relating to inflation adjustments, personal exemptions, and standard deductions
Speaker Scheer
Final Reading
Change dollar threshold for certain purchasing requirements under the County Purchasing Act
Senator Friesen
General File - had 3hrs of debate, will need 33 to comeback on the agenda
Provide a minimum amount of state aid for each school district
Senator Harr
In Committee
Authorize certain tax credits, change the sales tax rate, and provide for school foundation aid and certain grant programs
General Affairs Committee
Placed on Select File 4/5/2018. Was amended with AM2784 to include provisions removed when advanced from committee. See explanation in body of this newsletter.
Change provisions of the Nebraska Liquor Control Act and music licensing provisions. With the two pending amendments striking most of the bill's contents leaving only the music provisions, which would provide protections for those entities that host live music performances and are being aggressively contacted by agencies claiming to hold the copyrights to the music being performed and demanding a licensing fee.
 
Last week marked the latest date in which to introduce an Interim Study Resolution. Interim Study Resolutions are a resolution authorizing a committee to study an issue following adjournment of a legislative session and are held in the late summer to the fall of the year.
 
Interim Study Resolutions of Interest
 
2018 Interim Studies NPCA
Study Resolution Number
Introducer
Committee
On Liner
LR339
Thibodeau
General Affairs
Interim study to examine the issuance and usage of special designated licenses under the Nebraska Liquor Control Act pursuant to 53-124.11
LR375
Larson
General Affairs
Interim study to examine issues under the jurisdiction of the General Affairs Committee
LR382
Hilgers
General Affairs
Interim study to conduct a comprehensive review of state laws affecting farm wineries
LR386
Hilkemann
Appropriations
Interim study to examine the impact on state spending as a result of the use of tobacco products in Nebraska
LR388
Bolz
Revenue
Interim study to examine issues related to updating the Nebraska Advantage Act
LR389
Bolz
Appropriations
Interim study to examine criteria for economic development tools funded by the Legislature
LR394
Quick
Natural Resources
Interim study to examine policies and practices designed to assist low-income Nebraskans at risk of utility shutoffs due to overdue payments
LR397
Wayne
Urban Affairs
Interim study to examine the statutory authority for municipalities to establish port authorities
LR401
Ebke
Executive Board
Interim study to identify the lawful occupations and the occupational regulations which are subject to the Occupational Board Reform Act and to prepare for implementation of the act
LR416
McCollister
Agriculture
Interim study to examine which advertising practices should be considered unlawful acts under the Weights and Measures Act
LR425
Friesen
Transportation and Telecommunications
Interim study to examine issues under the jurisdiction of the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee
LR437
Hilgers
Executive Board
Interim study to analyze possible improvements and changes to the standing committee system of the Legislature
LR462
Briese
Revenue
Interim study to examine the possible elimination of various exemptions of goods and exclusions of services under Nebraska's sales and use tax laws
LR469
Wayne
Government, Military and Veterans Affairs
Interim study to examine the processes by which state government contracts with small businesses
 
 



                                          
 

            NPCA 2018 Bills of Interest
Senate EPW Committee Chairman to Address PMAA Conference Attendees

Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), who is Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, will address petroleum marketers during PMAA's D.C. Conference and Day on the Hill on Thursday morning, May 17th. The work that the Chairman performs is critically important to petroleum marketers, and conference attendees will have the opportunity to ask the Chairman questions. Of particular interest for marketers, Chairman Barrasso's committee is the lead committee working on RFS reform.


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EPA Set to Register Isobutanol as a Gasoline Additive
The EPA issued a "Request for Information" notice this week seeking public comment on the agency's pending approval of a request to use isobutanol as a gasoline additive in concentrations up to 16 percent by volume. Isobutanol is a substitute for corn ethanol and qualifies as an "advanced biofuel" under the RFS. The registration request is good news from a petroleum marketer's perspective because bio-isobutanol can be transported in existing supply pipelines and is compatible with all vehicle engines, marine engines, motorcycles and small engine powered equipment. Isobutanol is a higher-chain alcohol produced naturally during the fermentation process of organic material such as corn, grasses and agricultural waste. After a series of engine compatibility studies, the U.S. Department of Energy concluded that isobutanol "may prove to be a more attractive alternative than ethanol due to fuel characteristics that closely resemble gasoline."

Under existing EPA fuel registration requirements, isobutanol is approved for limited use as a gasoline additive, but only for small producers who are exempt from conducting certain emission and health testing. The current registration would open opportunities for refiners and suppliers to use isobutane as a gasoline additive, greatly enhancing its commercial viability as an alternative to ethanol. Isobutanol is already widely used in parts of Texas. One biofuel company recently invested $40 million into the conversion of an ethanol plant in Minnesota to a 22 million gallon per year, commercial scale corn-to-isobutanol production facility. Production capacity for isobutanol is still limited, but the new additive registration is likely to incentivize its growth.

EPA said it is likely to approve the registration.
On Monday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it will not be renewing Obama-era Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for cars and light trucks when the program is scheduled to end in 2025. The Obama Administration initially set 50 miles per gallon (mpg) as an across the board fleet-wide target by 2025. However, the target will not be met because the EPA announced that there will be a reduction in CAFE standards already in place for 2022 through 2025. The EPA reports completion of a review that would affect vehicles for model years 2022-25 and details on new standards will be forthcoming.

The EPA is taking the action because the regulation set under the Obama Administration "presents challenges for auto manufacturers due to feasibility and practicability, raises potential concerns related to automobile safety, and results in significant additional costs on consumers, especially low-income consumers." Furthermore, the agency is taking the action because the market for electric vehicles hasn't materialized as expected. Consumers are buying trucks and SUVs in record numbers while more fuel-efficient passenger cars and electric vehicle sales plummet. The EPA's plan will essentially end the federal fuel efficiency program first initiated by the Obama Administration in 2008. EPA plans to partner with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to come up with new standards.

The decision will set up a historic clash between the federal government and California which establishes its own strict mpg standards. California accounts for roughly 12 percent of new vehicle registrations annually, giving the state an outsized influence that largely dictates the standards by which auto manufacturers build cars. The Obama Administration aligned federal goals with California standards in 2008, temporarily resolving the federal/state regulatory conflict. EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt has already indicated that California "shouldn't and can't dictate to the rest of the country what these levels are going to be." Bringing California into line would require eliminating the state's 50-year history of regulating mileage standards and vehicle emissions within its borders by revoking dozens of current waivers spanning decades.

California Air Resources Board (CARB) vows to fight revocation of its Clean Air Act waiver authority. In September, California and four other states sued the federal government for delaying the rollout of the higher penalties, as did several environmental groups. A federal appeals court has set an April 12 hearing on the lawsuit. People familiar with the situation have said that California intends to withdraw its "deemed to comply provision," a rule declaring that carmakers that satisfy the EPA's tailpipe greenhouse gas standards automatically fulfill California's rules too.


On Tuesday, the International Trade Commission (ITC) determined via a 4-0 vote, that the dumping of biodiesel imports from Argentina and Indonesia harms American producers, thereby, finalizing and locking into place steep anti-dumping (AD) duties set by the Commerce Department for five years. In 2016, imports of biodiesel from Argentina and Indonesia were valued at $1.2 billion and $268 million, respectively.

The duties established by the Commerce Department set final anti-dumping duties ranging from 60.44 percent to 86.41 percent for Argentine producers and 92.52 percent to 276.65 percent for Indonesian producers. It also set countervailing duties of 71.45 percent to 72.28 percent for Argentina and 34.45 percent to 64.73 percent for Indonesia, to offset government subsidies.

Enforcement of U.S. trade law is a prime focus of the Trump Administration. From January 20, 2017 through February 20, 2018, the Commerce Department has initiated 102 antidumping and countervailing duty investigations - a 96 percent increase from same period in 2016- 2017.

The AD law provides an internationally accepted mechanism to seek relief from the harmful effects of unfair pricing of imports. Anti-dumping duties are imposed on companies, while countervailing duties are imposed on countries.
The FDA recently issued two Advance Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) as part of its tobacco and nicotine regulation initiative centered around addiction to nicotine in tobacco products. The first ANPRM, which was issued on March 16, is aimed at setting a maximum level of nicotine allowed in cigarettes. This is the first time the Agency has proposed regulating nicotine levels since they were given the authority to regulate tobacco products in 2009. In a statement, FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb stated that "this new regulatory step advances a comprehensive policy framework that we believe could help avoid millions of tobacco-related deaths across the country." The FDA's goal of this proposal is to hear public comments on whether the FDA should reduce the level of nicotine currently permitted in tobacco products to ultimately minimize addiction by consumers. Comment submissions on this ANPRM are due by June 14, 2018.

The second ANPRM, which was issued on March 21, is aimed at examining the use of flavors, like menthol, in the use of tobacco products and on transitioning combustible to non-combustible tobacco product use. In a statement, FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb specifically requested "personal stories" from individuals that have been aided by flavors in making the transition between combustible tobacco cigarettes and non-combustible products, such as vapor products. Comment submissions on this ANPRM are due by June 19, 2018.
PMAA Small Business Committee (SBC) PAC Co-Chairs Brad Bell and Tim Keigher thank Emily LeRoy and the Tennessee Fuel and Convenience Store Association (TFCA) for their generous contributions for the PMAA SBC PAC Silent Auction.

This year TFCA donated three bracelets from Judith Bright (JB), where all the pieces are made by artisans in Nashville, Tennessee and Atlanta, Georgia. Buy one or buy all three and stack them.

JB hand makes all of their jewelry and handpicks their materials. Their gemstones are carefully selected from trusted providers worldwide and their metals are sourced only in the United States. About the bracelets: Jolie Casp with peridot signifying harmony in relationships; Petite Rock Nest Clasp with sky blue topaz signifying success; and a Wrapped Cleo Clasp with amethyst signifying inner peace.

The Auction will take place in conjunction with PMAA's Washington Conference on May 16 during the welcome reception. Last year there was tremendous support in contributions for the auction and PMAA SBC PAC Co-Chairs Brad Bell and Tim Keigher urge your participation this year as well! Brad and Tim wish to remind you that donations can include use of personal vacation properties.

If you have items that you would like to contribute for the Silent Auction, please contact Sabrina Pitcher at 703-351-8000.
PAC Co-Chairs Brad Bell and Tim Keigher are grateful for the PMAA Small Business Committee (SBC) PAC contributions from the following individuals during the March 1-31, 2018 time frame:
Arizona : Alan Calvert
Kentucky: Gary Emmick, Alexander Fassas, Jeff Lykins
Maryland: Ellen Benitez, Hossein Ejtemai
Michigan: Bob Cleary, Jeff Naser
Mississippi: Jim Lipscomb
New York: James Buhrmaster
Ohio: Jeff Lykins
South Carolina: Ronnie Colson, Dennis Curtis Sr., Kirk Darby, Walter Frick, Bill Hemingway, John Horner, Andrew Kasa, Stuart Marcus, Harper Shull, A. Pierce Stockman III, Jason Terry, David Tucker
Utah: David Bell, Jim Westring

PMAA's Marketer Defense Fund wants to thank the following individuals for their contributions during the March 1- 31, 2018 timeframe:

California: Michael Downs, Steven Lansdowne, Steve Lopes
Kentucky: Chuck Baker
Maryland: Lock Willis
Mississippi: Eric Prince
New York: Jim Buhrmaster
North Carolina: John Fuquay, Jerry Sparks, Bill Tome
Oregon: Sam Byrnes
South Carolina: Bill Rogers
Tennessee: Mark Radosevich
Utah: Utah Petroleum Marketers and Retailers Association
Wisconsin: Wisconsin Petroleum Marketers & Convenience Store Association

Corporate donations are acceptable. MDF funds have been used for various studies, litigation and disaster relief dedicated to strengthening our lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill. Click here to donate to the PMAA MDF.

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Las Vegas October 7-10, 2018

NACS has held an annual meeting since it was founded in 1961. These first meetings were called "annual meetings," as opposed to today's "NACS Show." It wasn't until 1976 that the meeting even included a true exhibition. While NACS continued to hold annual meetings, the expo was part of the event only every two or three years. View the first ever invitation to the Show from the 1960s.

From 1986 on, the annual meeting included an expo, although those early years featured a greatly scaled-down expo every other year until the early 1990s. In 1993, the annual meeting became the NACS Show. The Petroleum Marketers Association of America (PMAA) has held its Fall Meeting as part of the NACS Show since in 1995 and the Petroleum Equipment Institute (PEI) has held its annual meeting as part of the NACS Show since 2002. Today, the NACS Show is rotated between three cities: Chicago, Las Vegas and Atlanta.

As convenience and fuel retailing's premier industry event, the NACS Show attracts more than 23,500 industry stakeholders from around the world. The NACS Show is about networking and connecting with industry peers and experts facing the same challenges as you and solving them together. In 2016, attendees came from all 50 US states and 67 foreign countries. More than 1,248 exhibiting companies showcased their products at the sold out 2016 NACS Show. View the exhibitor directory to see the full list of 2017 exhibitors.

Get ready to shop 410,000+ net-square-foot expo floor with 1,200+ exhibiting companies showcasing thousands of products and services. If you miss the expo this year, you will have to wait 361 days for your next opportunity. Do you want to wait 361 days?

PMAA's Fall Meeting will be held on October 6-7 at the Encore Las Vegas. Please view our Conference Schedule and PMAA's NACS Housing Link here.

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