We have this ridiculous prohibition, and what we are simply trying to do is give those of us would like to pump our own gas. In new jersey, nicholas cutary, who is the president of the state senate, so far is blocking the measure. And he has said if public sentiment changes or if data shows that it would dramatically cut cost for consumers, he would reconsider the notion. But other politicians, namely phil murphy, the governor, is a little more hesitant. He's called full service part of our fabric and changing it a political third rail. If they're going to give up their beloved attendant petrill service, they'll want something in return.
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