Malagari bill to allow electronic fuel oil delivery receipts passes PA Senate
Rep. Steve Malagari July 11, 2024 | 2:42 PM
HARRISBURG, July 11 – Legislation to permit electronic receipts for light fuel oil deliveries passed the state Senate today, said the bill’s sponsor, state Rep. Steve Malagari, D-Montgomery.
"Adopting electronic fuel oil delivery receipts is fundamentally about enhancing efficiency and reducing costs, benefiting both consumers and businesses," Malagari said. "This legislation simplifies the billing process and promotes environmentally friendly practices, positioning Pennsylvania as a trailblazer in sustainable modernization."
The need for the legislation was brought to Malagari's attention by a local business. It seeks to align Pennsylvania's regulations with electronic billing practices prevalent in other utilities.
"Moyer & Son is very grateful for the hard work of Representative Malagari in helping to author and pass commonsense legislation in the House,” a Moyer & Son spokesperson said. “The efficiency and accuracy that electronic billing will bring to our fuel oil customers are welcome improvements to our delivery process."
In contrast to traditional printed receipts, the legislation offers consumers and distributors the option of electronic receipts, providing greater convenience, accuracy and reduced administrative burden.
The bill maintains consumer choice by ensuring that printed receipts remain available at no extra cost, while electronic receipts replicate all essential information.
House Bill 1889 has passed the House and Senate, and now heads to the governor’s desk, where it is expected to be signed.