EV Charger Incentives by State
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Laws and Regulations
Fuel Dispenser Labeling Requirement
Technologies: Ethanol
All equipment used to dispense motor fuel containing at least 1% ethanol or methanol must be clearly labeled to inform customers that the fuel contains ethanol or methanol. (Reference [Texas Statutes, Occupations Code 2310.201](http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVEnergy Feedstock Program
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol
The Hawaii Department of Agriculture (Department) established the Energy Feedstock Program to promote and support the production of energy feedstock development in Hawaii and to establish milestones and objectives for production of energy feedstock in the state to meet its energy requirements. Energy feedstock includes...
The Hawaii Department of Agriculture (Department) established the Energy Feedstock Program to promote and support the production of energy feedstock development in Hawaii and to establish milestones and objectives for production of energy feedstock in the state to meet its energy requirements. Energy feedstock includes feedstock used to produce biofuels. For more information, see the Department's [2017](https://hdoa.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/DOA-Feedstock-Report-2017.pdf), [2020](https://hdoa.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Energy-Feedstock-Program-Report-2020-final.pdf), and [2023](https://dab.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DOA-Report-on-Energy-Feedstock-Program.pdf) Energy Feedstock Program reports. (Reference [Hawaii Revised Statutes 141-9](http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/))
Laws and Regulations
Idle Reduction Requirement
Technologies: Idle Reduction
A vehicle may not idle at a loading zone, parking or service area, route terminal, or other off-street areas, except for the following situations: during adjustment or repair of the engine; during auxiliary equipment operation such as operation of cranes and certain bulk carriers, provided no visible smoke is emitted a...
A vehicle may not idle at a loading zone, parking or service area, route terminal, or other off-street areas, except for the following situations: during adjustment or repair of the engine; during auxiliary equipment operation such as operation of cranes and certain bulk carriers, provided no visible smoke is emitted and the equipment is being used for its intended purpose; during loading and unloading of passengers, not to exceed three minutes; and during engine start-up and cool-down, not to exceed three minutes. (Reference [Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 11, Chapter 60.1-34](https://ltgov.hawaii.gov/the-office/administrative-rules/))
Laws and Regulations
Biodiesel Use in School Buses
Technologies: Biodiesel
The South Carolina Department of Education must fuel state school bus fleets with biodiesel when feasible. (Reference [South Carolina Code of Laws 59-67-585](http://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/statmast.php))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVRenewable and Alternative Fuel Storage Tank Regulations
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Division of Oil and Public Safety, enforces rules concerning the design, construction, location, installation, and operation of underground and aboveground storage tanks that contain alternative and renewable fuel. For the purpose of these regulations, an alternative fue...
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Division of Oil and Public Safety, enforces rules concerning the design, construction, location, installation, and operation of underground and aboveground storage tanks that contain alternative and renewable fuel. For the purpose of these regulations, an alternative fuel is a motor fuel that combines petroleum-based fuel products with renewable fuels; a renewable fuel is a motor vehicle fuel produced from plant or animal products or wastes. (Reference [Colorado Revised Statutes 8-20.5-202 and 8-20.5-302](https://leg.colorado.gov/) and [7 Code of Colorado Regulations 1101-14 ](https://www.sos.state.co.us/CCR/Welcome.do))
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Laws and Regulations
School Bus Idle Reduction Requirement
Technologies: Idle Reduction
School bus operators must turn off the bus engine immediately after arriving at a student loading and unloading area located on school grounds and may not start the engine until the bus is ready to leave the school grounds. In addition, operators may not idle the engine for more than five minutes in a 60-minute period ...
School bus operators must turn off the bus engine immediately after arriving at a student loading and unloading area located on school grounds and may not start the engine until the bus is ready to leave the school grounds. In addition, operators may not idle the engine for more than five minutes in a 60-minute period on school grounds. Exceptions include periods when the engine is necessary to operate special equipment for disabled persons; to address safety, traffic, health, or emergency concerns; or to service the vehicle. (Reference [Vermont Statutes Title 23, Chapter 13, Section 1282](http://www.leg.state.vt.us/statutesMain.cfm) and [Vermont State Board of Education Rules and Practices 6001 through 6005](https://education.vermont.gov/state-board-councils/state-board/rules))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVBiofuels Production and Distribution Contracts
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol
Conservation districts, public development authorities, municipal utilities, and public utility districts may enter crop purchase contracts to produce, sell, and distribute biodiesel produced from Washington feedstocks, cellulosic ethanol, and cellulosic ethanol blended fuels for utility and public use. Additionally, m...
Conservation districts, public development authorities, municipal utilities, and public utility districts may enter crop purchase contracts to produce, sell, and distribute biodiesel produced from Washington feedstocks, cellulosic ethanol, and cellulosic ethanol blended fuels for utility and public use. Additionally, municipal utilities and public utility districts may produce and distribute biodiesel, ethanol, and ethanol blended fuels. (Reference [Revised Code of Washington 35.21.465, 35.92.440, 54.04.190, and 89.08.570](http://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVE85 Definition
Technologies: Ethanol
E85 motor fuel is defined as an alternative fuel that is a blend of ethanol and hydrocarbon, of which the ethanol portion is 75-85% denatured fuel ethanol by volume and complies with the most current [ASTM](https://www.astm.org/products-services/standards-and-publications/standards.html) specification D5798. (Reference...
E85 motor fuel is defined as an alternative fuel that is a blend of ethanol and hydrocarbon, of which the ethanol portion is 75-85% denatured fuel ethanol by volume and complies with the most current [ASTM](https://www.astm.org/products-services/standards-and-publications/standards.html) specification D5798. (Reference [Revised Code of Washington 19.112.010](http://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/))
State Incentives
⚡ EVVehicle Research and Development Grants
Technologies: Aftermarket Conversions, Biodiesel, Ethanol, EVs, Fuel Economy / Efficiency, HEVs, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, Natural Gas, PHEVs, Propane (LPG)
The Indiana 21st Century Research and Technology Fund provides grants and loans to support economic development in high technology industry clusters. Eligible projects may include qualified alternative fuel technologies and fuel-efficient vehicle development and production. For more information, see the Indiana [Econom...
The Indiana 21st Century Research and Technology Fund provides grants and loans to support economic development in high technology industry clusters. Eligible projects may include qualified alternative fuel technologies and fuel-efficient vehicle development and production. For more information, see the Indiana [Economic Development Corporation](https://www.iedc.in.gov/) website. (Reference [Indiana Code 5-28-16-2](http://www.in.gov/legislative/ic/code/))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVZero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Sales Requirements and Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) Standards
Technologies: Other
Maryland has adopted the California motor vehicle emissions standards and compliance requirements specified in Title 13 of the [California Code of Regulations](http://www.oal.ca.gov/). Manufacturers must meet the [greenhouse gas emissions standard](https://www.afdc.energy.gov/laws/6493) and the [ZEV production and sale...
Maryland has adopted the California motor vehicle emissions standards and compliance requirements specified in Title 13 of the [California Code of Regulations](http://www.oal.ca.gov/). Manufacturers must meet the [greenhouse gas emissions standard](https://www.afdc.energy.gov/laws/6493) and the [ZEV production and sales requirements](https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/4249). The Maryland Department of Environment may adopt regulations to exempt certain vehicles from the program, including motor vehicles sold for registration outside of Maryland and motor vehicles that would be exempt from the LEV program established under California law. On September 18, 2023, Maryland adopted the California vehicle emissions standards and compliance requirements set forth in the California Air Resources Board [Advanced Clean Cars II](https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/advanced-clean-cars-program/advanced-clean-cars-ii) regulation. For more information, see the [Maryland Clean Cars Program](http://mde.maryland.gov/programs/Air/MobileSources/Pages/CleanCars.aspx) website. (Reference [Maryland Statutes, Environment Code 2-1101 through 2-1106](http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frm1st.aspx?tab=home))