New Jersey

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10/16/06-A bill in the Assembly Transportation and Public Works Committee would toughen penalties for increasing the price of fuel more than once in a 24-hour period.
Sponsored by Assemblyman Jeff Van Drew, D-Vineland, A2215 would fine fuel wholesalers up to $5,000 for a first offense. Subsequent offenses could result in a $10,000 fine.
For bill status, call (609) 292-4840. In New Jersey, call 1-800-792-8630.
An identical Senate bill – S382 – is in the Senate Transportation Committee.