More Fuel Choices and Relief for Alternative Fuel Vehicle Producers
This act simplifies converting older cars to alternative fuels and exempts biofuel producers from certain regulations. Car manufacturers offering diverse fuel options will receive relief from emission and average fuel economy rules. The goal is to increase the availability of vehicles using non-gasoline fuels.
Key points
Easier conversion of older vehicles to alternative fuels like natural gas, hydrogen, or propane, without special certification, provided emission performance is not degraded.
Biofuel producers, including biodiesel, will be exempt from certain emission restrictions and controls.
Automakers producing at least 50% of vehicles compatible with various fuels (e.g., electric, natural gas, biodiesel) will receive average fuel economy bonuses and be deemed compliant with greenhouse gas regulations.
Increased availability of alternative fuels like E85 (ethanol blend) and M85 (methanol blend) through changes in definitions and regulations.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1841
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2025-05-21