EPAFinal Rule
Air Quality State Implementation Plans; Approvals and Promulgations: Rhode Island; Decommissioning of Stage II Vapor Recovery Systems
EnvironmentTransportation
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Summary
This EPA regulation allows Rhode Island to stop requiring special vapor recovery systems at gas pumps that were designed to capture fuel fumes during refueling. The systems are being phased out because newer vehicle technology makes them unnecessary, and removing this requirement simplifies operations at gas stations without harming air quality.
Key Points
- 1Rhode Island can discontinue Stage II vapor recovery systems at gas stations, which are devices that capture fuel vapors released during refueling
- 2Newer cars have built-in systems that already capture these vapors, making the older gas pump equipment redundant
- 3Gas stations will no longer need to maintain and comply with regulations for these vapor recovery systems, reducing operational costs
- 4The change was approved by the EPA as part of Rhode Island's air quality plan, meaning air quality will not be negatively affected
- 5This mainly affects gas station owners and operators who can now simplify their equipment and maintenance requirements
Key Dates
Published
November 20, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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