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Alternative Fuels -- State Regulations Listed by Topic
This page lists selected items from the table of state alternative fuel regulations by topic area, to facilitate comparisons among states. (See the TERC page on Alternative Fuels -- State Regulations for additional details.)
The topics listed below include:
States mandating biodiesel blends for all vehicles
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| Minnesota | Diesel fuel sold or offered for sale in the state for use in internal combustion engines must contain at least 5% biodiesel (B5). In November of 2011, the commissioners of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Department of Commerce, and Pollution Control Agency recommended that implementation of the B10 mandate, originally set to begin May 1, 2012, be delayed one year because certain statutory conditions required for the blend increase had not been met completely. Therefore, beginning May 1, 2013, during the months of April through September, diesel fuel will have to contain at least 10% biodiesel (B10). Diesel fuel sold during the remainder of the year will have to be B5.The Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Department of Commerce, and the Pollution Control Agency, in consultation with the Biodiesel Task Force and other technical experts, must submit annual reports regarding the implementation of minimum biodiesel content requirements, including information about the price and supply of biodiesel fuel. The 2013 report must include recommendations for studies and other research necessary to determine the need for continued biodiesel content requirement exemptions. The 2014 report must contain recommendations on whether to continue current mandate exemptions.(Reference House File 2398, 2012, and Minnesota Statutes 239.75 and 239.77) |
| New Mexico | All diesel fuel sold to state agencies, political subdivisions of the state, and public schools for use in on-road motor vehicles must contain at least 5% biodiesel (B5). After July 1, 2012, all diesel fuel sold to consumers for use in on-road motor vehicles must contain at least B5. The New Mexico Department of Agriculture and the Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department may suspend these requirements for up to six months if there are insufficient amounts of biodiesel available or if the price of biodiesel significantly exceeds the price of diesel fuel for at least two months. (Reference New Mexico Statutes 57-19-28 and 57-19-29) |
| Washington | At least 2% of all diesel fuel sold in Washington must be biodiesel or renewable diesel. This requirement will increase to 5%, 180 days after the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) determines that in-state feedstocks and oil-seed crushing capacity can meet a 3% requirement. Renewable diesel is defined as a diesel fuel substitute produced from non-petroleum renewable sources, including vegetable oils and animal fats, meets the federal registration requirements for fuels and fuel additives and ASTM specification D975.Additionally, at least 2% of the total gasoline sold in the state must be denatured ethanol. The ethanol requirement may be increased if the Washington Department of Ecology determines that this increase would not jeopardize continued attainment of federal Clean Air Act standards and WSDA determines that the state can economically support the production of higher ethanol blends.All state agencies with jurisdiction over renewable fuel infrastructure, specifically storage, blending, and dispensing equipment, are required to expedite related application and permitting processes. The governor may suspend these requirements by Executive Order if the standard is temporarily technically or economically infeasible, or poses a significant risk to public safety.(Reference Revised Code of Washington 19.112.010 and 19.112.110 through 19.112.180) |
| Oregon | All diesel fuel sold in the state must be blended with at least 5% biodiesel (B5). For the purpose of this mandate, biodiesel is defined as a motor vehicle fuel derived from vegetable oil, animal fat, or other non-petroleum resources, that is designated as B100 and complies with ASTM specification D6751. Diesel fuel blends sold between October 1 and February 28 may contain additives to prevent congealing or gelling. Beginning January 2, 2012, renewable diesel will qualify as a substitute for biodiesel in the blending requirement.(Reference House Bill 3693, 2010, House Bills 2827, 2011, Oregon Revised Statutes 646.913-646.923, and Oregon Administrative Rules 603-027-0410 and 603-027-0420) |
States mandating California emissions standards for all vehicles
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| Massachusetts | The Massachusetts LEV Program requires all new passenger cars and light-duty trucks, medium-duty vehicles, and heavy-duty vehicles and engines sold and registered in Massachusetts to meet California emission and compliance requirements, as set forth in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations. Manufacturers must comply with the Zero Emission Vehicle sales and greenhouse gas emissions requirements. (Reference Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Regulations and Standards 310 CMR 7.40) |
| New York | Any new light-duty passenger car, light-duty truck, or medium-duty passenger vehicle sold, leased, imported, delivered, purchased, or acquired in New York State must be certified to the California emissions standards set forth in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations. Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) must meet a fleet average greenhouse gas emissions standard, as defined in the California Code of Regulations, which will become more stringent for each model year through 2016.In addition, each OEM's sales fleet of passenger cars and light-duty trucks produced and delivered for sale in the state must meet at least the same percentage requirements for Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) set forth in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 1962. An alternative compliance program expands the options available to OEMs to meet the mandate. Under this program, OEMs must make the following commitments:7% of vehicles must meet Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) standards, 2% must meet Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (ATPZEV) standards, and 1% must meet ZEV standards, which includes battery electric or fuel cell vehicles;Any ZEV or PZEV models available in California must also be made available in New York State.(Reference New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations Chapter III, Part 218) |
| Oregon | Under the Oregon LEV Program, all new passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles sold, leased, licensed, or delivered for sale in the state must meet California vehicle emissions standards stated in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 1962. Exemptions may apply. Each motor vehicle manufacturer must comply with the fleet average emission requirements, as well as the warranty, recall, and other applicable requirements. (Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 468A.360 and Oregon Administrative Rules 340-257) |
| Pennsylvania | The Pennsylvania Clean Vehicles Program requires that all new passenger cars and light-duty trucks sold, leased, titled, or registered in the Commonwealth must meet California vehicle emissions and compliance requirements, as set forth in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations, with the exception of the Zero Emission Vehicle sales requirements and the emissions control system warranty statement. (Reference Title 25 Pennsylvania Code 126.401-126.451). |
| Rhode Island | The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has adopted California's LEV regulations applicable to passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles, as set forth in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations. Vehicles offered for sale or lease, imported, delivered, or registered in the state must meet California exhaust and greenhouse gas emissions standards. (Reference Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Regulation No. 37) |
| Vermont | New vehicles sold or offered for sale in Vermont must meet California emissions and compliance requirements in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations. Requirements apply to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of up to 14,000 pounds. Manufacturers must comply with Zero Emission Vehicle sales requirements and greenhouse gas emissions requirements. (Reference Vermont Air Pollution Control Regulations (PDF) 5-1101 through 5-1109) |
| Washington | Washington adopted the California motor vehicle emission standards in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations, with the exception of California's zero emission vehicle program. The Washington Department of Ecology adopted rules to implement these emissions standards for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles, known as the Clean Car Law. Each manufacturer's fleet of passenger cars and light-duty trucks delivered for sale in the state of Washington must proportionately conform to the zero emission vehicle requirements of California motor vehicle emissions standards, including credit banking provisions using Washington specific vehicle numbers. Model Year 2009 and later vehicles are exempt from state emissions inspections. (Reference Revised Code of Washington 70.120A.010 and 70.120A.020, and Washington Administrative Code 173-423) |
States exempting alternative vehicles from emissions inspections
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| Michigan | Dedicated AFVs powered by compressed natural gas, propane, electricity, or any other source as defined by the Michigan Department of Transportation are exempt from emissions inspection requirements. (Reference Michigan Compiled Laws 324.6311 and 324.6512) |
| Missouri | Vehicles that are powered exclusively by electricity, including low-speed vehicles; hydrogen; or fuels other than gasoline that are exempt from motor vehicle emissions inspection under federal regulation are exempt from state emissions inspection requirements. (Reference Missouri Revised Statutes 643.315) |
| Nevada | AFVs are exempt from the emissions testing requirements of the Nevada Emissions Control Program. A new HEV is exempt from emissions inspection testing for the first six years, after which the vehicle must comply with emissions inspection testing requirements on an annual basis. (Reference Nevada Revised Statutes 445B.770-445B.825) |
| North Carolina | Qualified plug-in electric vehicles are exempt from state emissions inspection requirements. Other restrictions may apply. (Reference House Bill 222, 2011, and North Carolina General Statutes 20-4.01 and 20-183.2) |
| Virginia | The Virginia emissions inspection program, which requires biennial inspections of motor vehicles, does not apply to vehicles powered by compressed or liquefied natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (propane), hydrogen, a combination of compressed natural gas and hydrogen, or electricity. Qualified HEVs with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fuel economy ratings of at least 50 miles per gallon (city) are also exempt from the emissions inspection program unless remote sensing devices indicate the HEV may not meet current emissions standards. (Reference Virginia Code 46.2-1177 through 46.2-1178) |
| Washington | Dedicated electric, compressed natural gas, and propane vehicles are exempt from state emissions control inspections. HEVs that obtain a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fuel economy rating of at least 50 miles per gallon during city driving are also exempt from these inspections. (Reference Revised Code of Washington 46.16A.060) |
Funding opportunities for alternative fuel vehicles, retrofits, or infrastructure
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| Alabama | The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs administers the Alabama Research Alliance (ARA), which facilitates scientific research and development, including agricultural research and development activities related to biofuels. The ARA may use received income to support research and development activities. (Reference Executive Order 37, 2007) |
| Arkansas | The Arkansas Alternative Fuels Development Program (Program) provides grants to alternative fuel producers, feedstock processors, and alternative fuel distributors. Producers may be eligible to receive $0.20 per gallon of alternative fuels produced, not to exceed $2 million. Feedstock processors may be eligible to receive up to $3 million or 50% of the project cost, whichever is less, for the construction, modification, alteration, or retrofitting of a feedstock processing facility that is located and operated in Arkansas. Alternative fuel distributors may be eligible to receive up to $300,000 or 50% of the project cost, whichever is less, for assisting with the distribution and storage of alternative fuels or alternative fuel mixtures at distribution facilities that are located and operated in Arkansas.Alternative fuels include biofuel, ethanol, compressed natural gas, or a synthetic transportation fuel.(Reference Arkansas Code 15-13-101, 15-13-102, 15-13-301 to 15-13-306, and 19-6-809) |
| Arkansas | The Arkansas Alternative Fuels Development Program (Program) also provides rebates for the cost of converting diesel or gasoline school buses to dedicated or bi-fuel compressed natural gas school buses. The rebate amount is 75% of the conversion system and incremental conversion costs. School districts may receive up to $50,000 per fiscal year for school bus conversion costs. Other restrictions and requirements may apply.As of March 2012, funding for the Program is not available.(Reference Arkansas Code 15-13-101, 15-13-102, 15-13-301 to 15-13-306, and 19-6-809) |
| California | Through the Hybrid Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP), the California Air Resources Board provides vouchers to eligible fleets to reduce the incremental cost of qualified medium- and heavy-duty hybrid electric vehicles at the time of purchase. Vouchers are available on a first-come, first-served basis and range from $10,000 to $40,000. Only fleets that operate vehicles in California are eligible. Refer to the HVIP website for a list of qualified vehicles and other requirements. |
| California | The Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program provides funding for projects that reduce emissions from freight movement in the state, including heavy-duty truck replacement, repower, or retrofit; and truck stop electrification infrastructure development. Contact local air districts for more information about funding availability and distribution from the Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 39625-39627.5) |
| California | The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers two voucher incentive programs to reduce vehicle emissions from heavy-duty diesel trucks. The Voucher Incentive Program (VIP) provides funding for fleets with three or less trucks to replace or retrofit heavy-duty diesel trucks. The Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Voucher Program provides funding for fleets with four or more trucks to replace heavy-duty diesel trucks. Vouchers funded under these programs must achieve emissions reductions beyond those required by law or regulation. Applications for these voucher programs can only be obtained and submitted at an SJVAPCD certified dealership or retrofit installer. Applications will be accepted on a continual basis until funding for the program is exhausted. Applicants must be awarded a voucher from the SJVAPCD prior to ordering and/or purchasing the replacement truck or equipment. |
| California | Rebates are available through the Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) for the purchase or lease of qualified vehicles. The rebates offer up to $2,500 for light-duty zero emission and plug-in hybrid vehicles that the California Air Resources Board (ARB) has approved or certified. The rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis to individuals, business owners, and government entities in California that purchase or lease new eligible vehicles on or after March 15, 2010. Manufacturers must apply to ARB to have their vehicles included in CVRP. Refer to the CVRP website for a list of eligible vehicles and other requirements. ARB determines annual funding amounts for CVRP, which is expected to be effective through 2015. |
| California | The Sacramento Emergency Clean Air and Transportation Program provides grants to offset the costs of projects that reduce on-road emissions of nitrogen oxide within the Sacramento federal ozone nonattainment area. Eligible projects include heavy-duty diesel vehicle upgrades and exchanges. Other advanced technology implementation projects may also qualify. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44299.50-44299.55) |
| Illinois | The Illinois Clean Diesel Grant Program (Program) provides funding to local governments, school districts, school bus companies, colleges, universities, mass transit districts, businesses, truck owners/operators, and non-profit organizations for the installation of diesel oxidation catalysts, closed crankcase ventilation systems, particulate matter filters, and anti-idling equipment, including direct-fired heaters and auxiliary power units. In addition, funding may be available for diesel-electric hybrid vehicles. The Program is part of the Illinois Green Fleets Program, which targets school buses, shuttle buses, diesel vehicles operating in residential areas, and over-the-road trucks located and spending significant driving time in Illinois. |
| Iowa | The Iowa Department of Natural Resources conducts marketing and education outreach to encourage the use of alternative fuels and, contingent upon funding, awards demonstration grants to individuals who purchase vehicles that operate on alternative fuels, including but not limited to E85, biodiesel, compressed natural gas, electricity, solar energy, or hydrogen. Individuals may use grants to conduct research connected with the fuel or the vehicle and to purchase the vehicle if the Department of Natural Resources retains the title of the vehicle, the vehicle is used for research, and the proceeds from the eventual sale of the vehicle are used for additional research. (Reference Iowa Code 214A.19) |
| Maryland | The Maryland Energy Administration provides vouchers for the purchase of new all-electric trucks. Eligible vehicles must have a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds and be registered for on-road use in the state of Maryland. Vouchers of $20,000 are available for qualified vehicles purchased from a dealership in Maryland or directly from a manufacturer located outside of Maryland. Vouchers of $15,000 are available for qualified vehicles purchased through a dealership located outside of Maryland. All applicants must submit their application for funding by June 15, 2013, limited to five vouchers per motor carrier. The voucher program will end December 31, 2013. For eligibility requirements and application information, see the Maryland Electric Truck Voucher Program website. |
| Minnesota | The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's Small Business Environmental Improvement and Auxiliary Power Unit Loan Programs provide low-interest loans up to $50,000 to qualified small businesses to finance environmental projects such as capital equipment upgrades that meet or exceed environmental regulations, including idle reduction technologies. |
| Nebraska | The Nebraska Energy Office administers the Dollar and Energy Saving Loan Program (Program). The Program makes low-cost loans available for a variety of alternative fuel projects, including the replacement of conventional vehicles with AFVs; the purchase of new AFVs; the conversion of conventional vehicles to operate on alternative fuels; and the construction or purchase of a fueling station or equipment. The maximum loan amount is $750,000 per borrower, and the interest rate is 5% or less. |
| New Hampshire | The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services and the Granite State Clean Cities Coalition (GSCCC) provide competitive funding on a cost reimbursement basis for qualified alternative fuel and advanced vehicle projects. Only projects located in ozone nonattainment or maintenance areas in the state are eligible for funding. For more information see the GSCCC website. |
| New York | The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) administers the Biofuel Station Initiative Program, which provides funding to retail fueling stations offering E85 and biodiesel blends in the state, and to petroleum terminal operators to store, blend, and dispense biofuels. NYSERDA provides a reimbursement of up to 50% of new biofuel dispensing installation costs, including equipment, storage tanks, and associated piping equipment, up to $50,000 per site. NYSERDA also provides a cost reimbursement of up to 50% for new biofuel storage, handling, blending, and rack dispensing equipment, including installation costs, up to $150,000 per site. NYSERDA accepts applications from public access retail fueling station owners and operators in the state. Funding is limited and does not cover facility permitting or engineering costs. A 50% cost-shared technical assistance is also available for the following: technical review of design and construction specifications for the biofuel equipment; analysis of existing and proposed equipment; preparation and submission of requests for biofuel specific permits and waivers to local and state code officials; and facility staff training. For more information, see the NYSERDA Transportation Programs website. |
| New York | The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) administers the New York City Private Fleet Alternative Fuel/Electric Vehicle Program (Program) in cooperation with New York City Department of Transportation. This program helps private companies and non-profit organizations operating vehicles in New York City acquire alternative fuel and advanced vehicles. NYSERDA awards Program funds on a competitive basis for up to 50% of the incremental cost of purchasing new light-duty natural gas vehicles (NGVs) or electric vehicles (EVs) and up to 80% of the incremental cost for purchasing new or converting medium- and heavy-duty NGVs (dedicated and bi-fuel), EVs, or hybrid electric vehicles. In addition, up to 50% of the costs for alternative fueling or EV charging station equipment and installation may be eligible. For more information, see the NYSERDA Transportation Projects website. |
| Ohio | The Alternative Fuel Transportation Grant Program (Program) provides funding for up to 80% of the cost of purchasing and installing fueling facilities offering E85, fuel blends containing at least 20% biodiesel (B20), natural gas; liquefied petroleum gas or propane; hydrogen; electricity; or any fuel that the U.S. Department of Energy determines, by final rule, to be substantially not petroleum. The Program also provides funding for up to 80% of the incremental cost of purchasing and using alternative fuel for businesses, nonprofit organizations, public school systems, and local governments. (Reference Ohio Revised Code 122.075) |
| Ohio | The Ohio Department of Development administers a Diesel Emissions Reduction Grant Program and a Diesel Emissions Reduction Revolving Loan Program for the purpose of reducing emissions from diesel engines. Eligible entities may use this funding for:Projects related to certified engine configurations, including new, rebuilt, or remanufactured engine configurations the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has certified;The purchase or use of hybrid electric and alternative fuel vehicles that are allowed under U.S. Federal Highway Administration Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) program guidance; orInstallation of verified technology including pollution control devices, retrofits, and development of truck stop electrification and auxiliary power units.To be eligible for funding, fleets must operate at least 65% of the time in a particulate matter (PM) 2.5 and/or ozone nonattainment or maintenance county. Private fleets are eligible, but they must establish a public-private partnership with a government organization that is eligible for CMAQ funds in order to apply for funding. (Reference Ohio Revised Code 122.861) |
| Oklahoma | Oklahoma has a private loan program with a 3% interest rate for the cost of converting private fleets to operate on alternative fuels, for the incremental cost of purchasing an original equipment manufacturer AFV, and for the installation of AFV fueling infrastructure. The repayment of the loan has a maximum six-year period. |
| Oregon | The Oregon Department of Energy administers the State Energy Loan Program (SELP) which offers low-interest loans for qualified projects. Eligible alternative fuel projects include fuel production facilities, dedicated feedstock production, fueling infrastructure, and fleet vehicles. Loan recipients must complete a loan application and pay a loan application fee. (Reference House Bill 3672, 2011, and Oregon Revised Statutes 470) |
| Oregon | Through the Commercial Electric Truck Incentive Program (CETIP), the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) provides vouchers to reimburse commercial fleets for $20,000 per qualified zero emission truck purchased. Vouchers are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible vehicles must be new, titled and licensed in Oregon, have a gross vehicle weight rating of at least 10,001 pounds, and replace an existing diesel vehicle. Eligible fleets must operate the vehicles primarily in an air quality nonattainment or maintenance area. ODOT plans to distribute 200 vouchers within the first year of the program and data collection will continue for three years from the date of vehicle purchase. For more information, including detailed eligibility and application requirements, please see the ODOT Commercial Electric Truck Incentive Program website. |
| Pennsylvania | The Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Program provides financial assistance programs; information on alternative fuels, AFVs, HEVs, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and anti-idling technologies that use alternatives to diesel fuel for heavy-duty trucks; and advanced vehicle technology research, development, and demonstration. Projects that result in product commercialization and the expansion of Pennsylvania companies are favored in the selection process. As of October 2011, the annual AFIG Program application period is closed.The AFIG Program also offers Alternative Fuel Vehicle Rebates to assist eligible residents with the incremental cost of the purchase of new AFVs, including electric vehicles (EVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), natural gas vehicles (NGVs), and propane vehicles. As of October 2011, rebates of $3,500 are available for qualified EVs and PHEVs, and rebates of $1,000 are available for NGVs and propane vehicles.(Reference Title 73 Pennsylvania Statutes, Chapter 18E, Section 1647.3) |
| Pennsylvania | The Small Business Pollution Prevention Assistance Account Loan Program provides low interest rate loans to small businesses undertaking projects in Pennsylvania that reduce waste, pollution, or energy use, including the purchase of truck auxiliary power units. Loans are available for 75% of the total eligible project costs. The maximum loan amount is $100,000 within any 12-month period. The loan has a 2% fixed rate and a maximum term of 10 years. |
| Tennessee | The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation provides funding for alternative fueling infrastructure improvements through the FastTrack Infrastructure Development Program. Private sector businesses may use funds to locate or expand fueling infrastructure in the state and to create or retain jobs for Tennesseans. Other restrictions may apply. |
| Texas | Effective September 1, 2011, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality will establish and administer the Alternative Fueling Facilities Program, part of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, which provides grants for 50% of eligible costs, up to $500,000, to construct, reconstruct, or acquire a facility to store, compress, or dispense alternative fuels in Texas air quality nonattainment areas. Qualified alternative fuels include electricity, natural gas, hydrogen, propane, and fuel mixtures containing at least 85% methanol (M85). The entity receiving the grant must agree to make the fueling station available to people and organizations not associated with the grantee during certain times. Additional terms and conditions apply. This program ends August 31, 2018. (Reference Senate Bill 20, 2011, and Texas Statutes, Health and Safety Code 394) |
| Texas | The Houston-Galveston Area Council provides Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) program grants through the Greater Houston Clean Cities Coalition for 33% of the cost of a new original equipment manufacturer clean fuel vehicle, 75% of the cost of a clean fuel vehicle conversion/repower, or 50% of eligible equipment and installation costs to establish publicly-accessible alternative fueling infrastructure. This grant is for public and private entities in the eight-county Houston-Galveston nonattainment area. For more information, contact Kelli Angelone (713-993-2444) at the Greater Houston Clean Cities Coalition. |
| Texas | The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) administers the Texas Clean Fleet Program, part of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, which encourages owners of fleets containing diesel vehicles to permanently remove the vehicles from the road and replace them with alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) or hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). Grants are available to fleets to offset the incremental cost of such replacement projects. An entity that operates a fleet of at least 100 vehicles and places 25 or more qualifying vehicles in service for use entirely in Texas during a given calendar year may be eligible for grant. Qualifying AFV or HEV replacements must reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides or other pollutants by at least 25% as compared to baseline levels and must replace vehicles that meet operational and fuel usage requirements. Neighborhood electric vehicles do not qualify. This program ends August 31, 2017. As of July 2011, the latest grant application period has closed. (Reference Texas Statutes, Health and Safety Code 391) |
| Texas | The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality administers the Emissions Reduction Incentive Grants (ERIG) Program, part of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, which provides grants for various types of clean air projects to improve air quality in the state's nonattainment areas. Eligible projects include those that involve heavy-duty vehicle replacement, retrofit, or repower; alternative fuel dispensing infrastructure; idle reduction and electrification infrastructure; and alternative fuel use. As of July 2011, the latest ERIG application period has closed. (Reference Texas Statutes, Health and Safety Code 386) |
| Texas | Effective September 1, 2011, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (CEQ) will establish and administer the NGV Grant Program, part of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, which provides grants to replace existing medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with new, converted, or repowered NGVs. Qualifying vehicles must be on-road vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 8,500 pounds and certified to current federal emissions standards. Grant funds may cover only the incremental costs. Additional terms and conditions apply.To ensure that NGVs have access to natural gas fueling infrastructure, CEQ may also award grants to support the development of a network of natural gas fueling stations along the interstate highways connecting Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Forth Worth. Through a competitive process, CEQ may not award more than three station grants to any one entity, or more than one grant for each station. Grant amounts may not exceed $100,000 for a compressed natural gas station, $250,000 for a liquefied natural gas station, or $400,000 for a station providing both forms of natural gas. Funded stations must be accessible to the public and located within three miles of an interstate highway system. Additional terms and conditions apply.This program ends August 31, 2017. (Reference Senate Bill 20, 2011, and Texas Statutes, Health and Safety Code 393) |
| Texas | The Railroad Commission of Texas, Alternative Energy Division's Low Emissions Propane Equipment Initiative Program offers grants to buyers who wish to replace aging medium-duty diesel school bus or delivery vehicles with qualified propane vehicles that meet or exceed current U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emissions standards. The grant amount is dependent upon the calculated emissions reductions. The Alternative Energy Division also offers incentives to buyers who wish to replace aging internal combustion forklifts with new propane forklifts that meet or exceed 2008 EPA emissions standards. |
| Utah | The Utah Clean Fuels and Vehicle Technology Grant and Loan Program (Program), funded through the Clean Fuels and Vehicle Technology Fund, provides grants and loans to assist businesses and government entities in covering:The cost of converting vehicles to operate on clean fuels;The incremental cost of purchasing original equipment manufactured clean fuel vehicles;The cost of retrofitting diesel vehicles with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency verified closed crankcase filtration devices, diesel oxidation catalysts, and/or diesel particulate filters; andThe cost of fueling equipment for public/private sector business and government vehicles (grants require federal and non-federal matching funds).The Program does not support E85 or biodiesel projects. For the purpose of the Program, clean fuels include propane, compressed natural gas, and electricity. (Reference Utah Code 19-1-401 through 19-1-405) |
| Virginia | The Virginia Universities Clean Energy Development and Economic Stimulus Foundation will identify, obtain, disburse, and administer funding for alternative fuel and related technology research, development, and commercialization. The funds may be distributed as grants, loans, or through other methods. (Reference Virginia Code 23-300 through 23-303) |
| Wisconsin | The Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services provides grants to common, contract, and private motor carriers headquartered in Wisconsin that transport freight. Eligible applicants may receive grants of up to 50% for the cost of idle reduction equipment and installation on heavy-duty truck tractors produced in Model Year 1999 or later. The grant program was allocated $1 million for each July to June budget cycle. As of December 2011, program funds are no longer available for the current budget cycle (July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012). Applications will be available July 1, 2012, for further funding opportunities. Other conditions may apply. (Reference Wisconsin Statutes 560.125) |
Definitions of biodiesel as specified in state regulations
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| Arizona | Biodiesel is a fuel that is produced from nonpetroleum renewable resources and meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registration requirements for fuels and fuel additives established in Section 211 of the Clean Air Act. E85 is defined as a blend of fuel ethanol and gasoline that meets ASTM specification D5798. The Arizona Department of Weights and Measures must adopt rules to establish and enforce federal standards and ASTM test methods for biofuels and biofuel blends, and blenders of biodiesel must follow the established reporting requirements. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 41-2051 and 41-2083) |
| Georgia | Biodiesel produced or sold in the state, including for the purpose of blending with petroleum diesel, must meet ASTM specification D6751. (Reference Georgia Code 10-1-151.1) |
| Idaho | Biodiesel is defined as any fuel derived in whole or in part from agricultural products, animal fats, or the wastes from these products, and is suitable for use in diesel engines. A biodiesel blend is defined as any fuel produced by blending biodiesel with petroleum-based diesel to produce a fuel suitable for use in diesel engines. (Reference Idaho Statutes 63-2401) |
| Illinois | Biodiesel is defined as a fuel that is comprised of mono-alkyl esters of long-chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats and that conforms to ASTM standard D6751. All fuel consisting of at least 99% biodiesel (B99) that is sold or offered for sale should conform to ASTM standard D6751. (Reference 815 Illinois Compiled Statutes 370/4) |
| Indiana | Biodiesel is defined as a renewable, biodegradable fuel derived from agricultural plant oils or animal fats that meet ASTM specification D6751. Blended biodiesel is a blend of biodiesel with petroleum diesel fuel so that the volume percentage of biodiesel in the blend is at least 2% (B2). (Reference Indiana Code 6-3.1-27-1, 6-3.1-27-2, and 6-6-2.5-1.5) |
| Kansas | Biodiesel is defined as a renewable, biodegradable, mono alkyl ester combustible liquid fuel that is derived from vegetable oils or animal fats and meets the specifications adopted by rules and regulations of the Kansas Department of Agriculture pursuant to current law. The Kansas specification must meet the ASTM D6751-07 specification for biodiesel fuel (B100) blend stock for distillate fuels, but may be more stringent regarding biodiesel quality and usability. (Reference Kansas Statutes 79-34,155 and 79-34,170) |
| Minnesota | Biodiesel is defined as a renewable, biodegradable, mono alkyl ester combustible liquid fuel that is derived from agricultural plant oils or animal fats and meets ASTM specification D6751-08. A biodiesel blend is a blend of diesel fuel and biodiesel fuel (between 6% and 20%) for on-road and off-road diesel vehicle use. Biodiesel blends must comply with ASTM specification D7467-08. Biodiesel produced from palm oil is not considered biodiesel fuel unless the palm oil is waste oil or grease collected from within the United States or Canada. (Reference Minnesota Statutes 239.761 and 239.77) |
| Mississippi | Biodiesel is defined as an oxygenated fuel comprised of mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids from biologically derived oil and fats. A biodiesel blend is defined as a fuel comprised of a specified ratio of biodiesel with petroleum-based fuel. Biodiesel and biodiesel blends must meet specifications set by the Department. Renewable diesel is defined as fuel produced from biological material using thermal depolymerization that meets ASTM specification D975 or D396.(Reference Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce Regulations (PDF) Subpart 4, Chapter 8, Section 113) |
| Nevada | Biodiesel is defined as a fuel composed of mono-alkyl esters of long-chain fatty acids or any other fuel sold or labeled as biodiesel which is suitable for use as a fuel in a motor vehicle. A biodiesel blend is a blend of biodiesel and petroleum-based product suitable for use in a motor vehicle. A special fuel manufacturer is a person who manufactures, blends, produces, refines, prepares, distills, or compounds only special fuel containing biodiesel or biodiesel blends in Nevada for personal use in the state or for sale or delivery in or outside of the state. Special fuel manufacturers must obtain a license from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and report quantities of biodiesel fuel produced or blended in the state as well as contact information for biodiesel purchasers or recipients. Manufacturers must ensure that biodiesel blends produced do not exceed total volumes the DMV has established. (Reference Nevada Revised Statutes 366) |
| New Hampshire | Biodiesel is a renewable special fuel that is composed of mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids, derived from vegetable oils or animal fats, and meets the requirements of the ASTM specification D6751. (Reference New Hampshire Revised Statutes 259:6-a) |
| Oklahoma | Biodiesel is defined as a fuel that is comprised only of mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids, is produced from vegetable oils or animal fats, and meets ASTM specification D6751. A biodiesel blend is a blend of biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D6751 and petroleum-based diesel fuel. (Reference Oklahoma Statutes 52-325) |
| South Dakota | Biodiesel is defined as a fuel comprised of mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats. Biodiesel must meet the requirements of ASTM specification D6751 and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registration and health effects testing program, as it read January 1, 2008. Biodiesel blends are defined as blended special fuel containing a minimum of 5% biodiesel (B5). (Reference South Dakota Statutes 10-47B-3 through 10-47B-10) |
| Tennessee | Biodiesel blend stock must be at least 99% biodiesel (no more than 1% diesel fuel) and meet ASTM specification D6751. Biodiesel blends must meet ASTM specification D975. Biodiesel blends made available for public use at a retail location may not exceed 20% biodiesel (B20), and biodiesel blends containing more than 5% biodiesel (B5) must be labeled as a biodiesel blend at the pump.(Reference Rules of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture 0080-5-12-.01, 0080-5-12-.02, and 0080-5-12-.03) |
| Washington | Biodiesel fuel is defined as a mono alkyl ester of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats for use in compression-ignition engines and meets the requirements of the ASTM specification D6751 in effect as of January 1, 2003. (Reference Revised Code of Washington 19.112.010 and 82.04.4334) |
| Wisconsin | Biodiesel is defined as a fuel comprised of monoalkyl esters of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats, either in pure form or mixed in any combination with petroleum-based diesel fuel. The definition of biodiesel is expanded for purposes of existing provisions that encourage alternative fuels use in state-owned vehicles. (Reference Wisconsin Statutes 16.045(1)(c)) |
| North Dakota | Biodiesel is defined as a fuel that is comprised of mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oil or animal fats and that meets ASTM D6751. Green diesel is defined as a fuel produced from non-fossil renewable resources, including agricultural or silvicultural plants, animal fats, residue, and waste generated from the production, processing, and marketing of agricultural products, silvicultural products, and other renewable resources. Green diesel must meet applicable ASTM specifications. (Reference North Dakota Century Code 57-43.2-01) |
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