Schedule III headlines may sound like a win for cannabis reform—but for mainstream retailers, they’re missing the real story. While marijuana remains off-limits, hemp-derived THC products are squarely in regulators’ crosshairs, creating compliance risks that convenience stores can’t afford to ignore. The real retail bombshell isn’t what’s changing federally—it’s what’s coming next at the state level.

Good enough” compliance may check a box—but it no longer protects organizations from real-world risk. As regulations evolve and operations become more complex, relying on fragmented processes, institutional memory, and last-minute documentation leaves critical gaps. True compliance today requires a continuous, system-driven approach that delivers visibility, accountability, and confidence before regulators ever arrive.

EPA’s FY2025 UST performance measures show where compliance is slipping nationwide. We break down what the data really says, why it matters, and where operators and regulators should be paying attention.

California’s new authorization of E15 brings fresh compliance considerations for UST operators. This article breaks down the risks—phase separation, corrosion, and ATG anomalies—and outlines the steps retailers should take now to verify compatibility, strengthen inspections, and stay ahead of evolving state requirements.

Discover how the new PASS Symphonics Dashboard gives service providers instant visibility into inspection status, overdue tasks, open violations, and real-time compliance gaps across all managed facilities—helping teams stay proactive and focused.

CISA has issued an urgent advisory warning of two critical vulnerabilities affecting Veeder-Root TLS4B Automatic Tank Gauge systems—flaws that could allow attackers to execute system-level commands or disrupt fuel-monitoring operations. This article breaks down the risks, the newly released patch, and why isolating ATG systems with PASS Connect is now more important than ever.

The new PASS Symphonics Dashboard gives service providers a unified command center for monitoring compliance across all managed facilities. With smart widgets, role-based visibility, and faster performance, teams can now identify risks, track inspections and paperwork, and take action on issues—all from a single, intuitive interface.

The PASS API empowers operators and service providers to connect their systems directly with PASS—securely, efficiently, and without custom development. Learn how these endpoints create seamless data integration across the compliance ecosystem.

When natural disasters strike—wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes—underground storage tank systems face unique risks. Learn how operators can protect UST and AST systems from damage, prevent releases, and prepare for emergencies with guidance from the EPA and PASS Training & Compliance.

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will roll out a new tiered compliance process for UST inspections beginning October 1, 2025. The change replaces the one-size-fits-all approach with responses based on the severity and context of violations, making enforcement more transparent, fair, and efficient.

United Pump transformed its field service and compliance operations with PASS Symphonics Field Services, centralizing testing data and reducing administrative overhead. With real-time visibility and automated documentation, the company now delivers faster, more accurate compliance reporting for its clients.

A new Convenience Store News report reveals that training and employee retention rank as the second-highest investment priority for operators in 2025. Rising costs and workforce challenges are pushing retailers to invest in people — with online training and certification tracking systems like PASS LMS becoming vital for compliance, consistency, and efficiency.

From Hawaiʻi to Indiana, recent enforcement actions prove that compliance failures can cost convenience store owners tens of thousands of dollars. Learn how PASS Harmonics, Symphonics, Connect, Opus, and UST Operator Training help protect your business—on both sides of the fence.

California’s single-walled UST deadline is coming fast. By December 31, 2025, non-compliant tanks must be permanently closed or risk shutdowns and steep fines. Here’s what operators need to know—and how PASS Training & Compliance can help you stay ahead.

Do You Have the Right Plans in Place?

Some states require written Operations & Maintenance and Emergency Response Plans at UST sites. Learn what’s required—and how PASS Book can help you stay compliant.