EV Charger Incentives by State
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Laws and Regulations
State Agency Alternative Fuel Use Requirement
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol
All Massachusetts agencies must use a minimum of 15% biodiesel (B15) in all on- and off-road diesel engines, provided that the Commonwealth Office of Vehicle Management and other appropriate agencies have determined that a B15 goal is appropriate. Each year, the Executive Office for Administration and Finance and the M...
All Massachusetts agencies must use a minimum of 15% biodiesel (B15) in all on- and off-road diesel engines, provided that the Commonwealth Office of Vehicle Management and other appropriate agencies have determined that a B15 goal is appropriate. Each year, the Executive Office for Administration and Finance and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) must set minimum percentage requirements for E85 use in state flexible fuel vehicles, depending on the availability of the fuel in the state. Agencies may apply for exemptions from the biodiesel and E85 fuel use requirements if the agencies demonstrate that the alternative fuel is not available within a reasonable distance, cannot be purchased by state vehicle operators through state procurement, or the price of the alternative fuel is cost prohibitive, as determined by DOER. (Reference [Massachusetts Executive Office of Administration and Finance Administrative Bulletin 13, 2006](https://www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-for-administration-and-finance))
Laws and Regulations
Hydrogen Production and Retail Requirements
Technologies: Hydrogen Fuel Cells
All hydrogen fuel produced and sold in Michigan must meet state fuel quality requirements. Any retailer offering hydrogen fuel for sale in the state must register with, and obtain approval from, the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA). A hydrogen retailer must also obtain a license from the MDA for each operating ...
All hydrogen fuel produced and sold in Michigan must meet state fuel quality requirements. Any retailer offering hydrogen fuel for sale in the state must register with, and obtain approval from, the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA). A hydrogen retailer must also obtain a license from the MDA for each operating retail outlet. (Reference [Michigan Compiled Laws 290.642 through 290.647](http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(3ubmfxjbkkarhb454pgpwnmv))/mileg.aspx?page=home))
State Incentives
⚡ EVDiesel Emissions Reduction Grant Program
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol, EVs, HEVs, Idle Reduction, Natural Gas, Propane (LPG)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) provides Diesel Emissions Reduction Grants (DERG) for projects that reduce emissions by retiring and replacing diesel public transit buses. Eligible projects must achieve a minimum funding match of 20% from non-state and non-federal sources. Funding for this program i...
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) provides Diesel Emissions Reduction Grants (DERG) for projects that reduce emissions by retiring and replacing diesel public transit buses. Eligible projects must achieve a minimum funding match of 20% from non-state and non-federal sources. Funding for this program is provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration's [Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program](https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/air_quality/cmaq/). For more information, including application periods, see the Ohio EPA [DERG](https://epa.ohio.gov/divisions-and-offices/environmental-financial-assistance/financial-assistance/diesel-emission-reduction-grants) website. (Reference [Ohio Revised Code 122.861](http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVBiofuels Feedstock Requirements
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol
The minimum percentage of Louisiana-harvested corn and soybeans used to produce renewable fuel in Louisiana facilities must be at least the same percentage of corn and soybeans used nationally to produce renewable fuel as reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Office of the Chief Economist. To ensure that the...
The minimum percentage of Louisiana-harvested corn and soybeans used to produce renewable fuel in Louisiana facilities must be at least the same percentage of corn and soybeans used nationally to produce renewable fuel as reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Office of the Chief Economist. To ensure that the appropriate amounts of Louisiana-harvested feedstocks are available for renewable fuel production, renewable fuel manufacturing facilities are responsible for communicating their anticipated production levels and specific feedstock requirements 180 days before the start of commercial operation and on an annual basis thereafter. Additionally, all renewable fuel manufacturing plants must provide an annual report to the state certifying that all Louisiana feedstock was competitively purchased during operation. The report must provide details on feedstock type, production levels, origin, and financial support. (Reference [Louisiana Revised Statutes 3:3712](https://legis.la.gov/legis/home.aspx))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVBiofuels Procurement Preference
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol
State and county agency contracts awarded for the purchase of diesel fuel must give preference to bids for biofuels or blends of biofuel and petroleum fuel. When purchasing fuel for use in diesel engines, the price preference is \$0.05 per gallon of B100. For blends containing both biodiesel and petroleum-based diesel,...
State and county agency contracts awarded for the purchase of diesel fuel must give preference to bids for biofuels or blends of biofuel and petroleum fuel. When purchasing fuel for use in diesel engines, the price preference is \$0.05 per gallon of B100. For blends containing both biodiesel and petroleum-based diesel, the preference is applied only to the biodiesel portion of the blend. For the purpose of this requirement, biodiesel is a vegetable oil-based fuel that meets [ASTM](https://www.astm.org/Standard/index.html) specification D6751 and biofuel is a fuel from non-petroleum plant- or animal-based sources that can be used for the generation of heat or power. (Reference [Hawaii Revised Statutes 103D-1012](http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/))
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVElectric Vehicle (EV) and Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) Initiatives
Technologies: EVs, Natural Gas, NEVs, PHEVs
All solicitation documents that include the purchase of passenger automobiles issued under the jurisdiction of the Minnesota Department of Administration must assert the intention of the state to begin purchasing all-electric vehicles (EVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs...
All solicitation documents that include the purchase of passenger automobiles issued under the jurisdiction of the Minnesota Department of Administration must assert the intention of the state to begin purchasing all-electric vehicles (EVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs), and natural gas vehicles (NGVs). For this requirement to apply, vehicles must meet the state's performance specifications and have a total life-cycle cost of ownership less than or comparable to that of gasoline-powered vehicles. An EV is defined as a motor vehicle that can be powered by an electric motor drawing current from rechargeable storage batteries, fuel cells, or other portable sources of electrical current, and meets or exceeds applicable requirements in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 571, and future regulations. A PHEV is defined as an EV that contains an internal combustion engine and uses a battery-powered electric motor to deliver power to the drive wheels. When connected to the electrical grid via an electrical outlet, the vehicle must be able to recharge its battery. The vehicle must have the ability to travel at least 20 miles powered substantially by electricity. A NEV is defined as an electrically powered motor vehicle with three or four wheels that can attain a speed of at least 20 miles per hour but not exceed 25 miles per hour. An NGV is defined as motor vehicle that is capable of being propelled by natural gas, including compressed natural gas and liquefied natural gas. (Reference [Minnesota Statutes 16C.138 and 169.011](http://www.leg.state.mn.us/))
State Incentives
⚡ EVAlternative Fuel Tax Exemption
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol, EVs, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, Natural Gas, PHEVs, Propane (LPG)
The retail sale, use, storage, and consumption of alternative fuels is exempt from the state retail sales and use tax. (Reference [North Carolina General Statutes 105-164.13 and 105-449.130](http://www.ncleg.net/gascripts/Statutes/Statutes.asp))
Programs
⚡ EVVoluntary Airport Low Emission (VALE) Program
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol, EVs, HEVs, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, Natural Gas, PHEVs, Propane (LPG)
The goal of the VALE Program is to reduce ground level emissions at commercial service airports located in designated ozone and carbon monoxide air quality nonattainment and maintenance areas. The VALE Program provides funding through the Airport Improvement Program and the Passenger Facility Charges program for the pu...
The goal of the VALE Program is to reduce ground level emissions at commercial service airports located in designated ozone and carbon monoxide air quality nonattainment and maintenance areas. The VALE Program provides funding through the Airport Improvement Program and the Passenger Facility Charges program for the purchase of low emission vehicles, development of fueling and recharging stations, implementing gate electrification, and other airport air quality improvements. For more information, see the [VALE Program](http://www.faa.gov/airports/environmental/vale/) website. (Reference 49 [U.S. Code](https://www.govinfo.gov/) 47139) *The U.S. Department of Energy is evaluating all records in accordance with current laws, regulations, and administrative directives. Thank you for understanding this process is still underway. Information provided here may be outdated.*
Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVAlternative Fuel Definition – Internal Revenue Code
Technologies: Hydrogen Fuel Cells, Natural Gas, Propane (LPG)
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) defines alternative fuels as propane, natural gas, liquefied hydrogen, liquid fuel derived from coal through the Fischer-Tropsch process, liquid hydrocarbons derived from biomass, and P-Series fuels. Biodiesel, ethanol, and renewable diesel are not considered alternative fuels by the ...
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) defines alternative fuels as propane, natural gas, liquefied hydrogen, liquid fuel derived from coal through the Fischer-Tropsch process, liquid hydrocarbons derived from biomass, and P-Series fuels. Biodiesel, ethanol, and renewable diesel are not considered alternative fuels by the IRS. While the term "hydrocarbons" includes liquids that contain oxygen, hydrogen, and carbon and as such "liquid hydrocarbons derived from biomass" includes ethanol, biodiesel, and renewable diesel, the IRS specifically excluded these fuels from the definition. (Reference [26 U.S. Code 6426](http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys)) *The U.S. Department of Energy is evaluating all records in accordance with current laws, regulations, and administrative directives. Thank you for understanding this process is still underway. Information provided here may be outdated.*
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Laws and Regulations
⚡ EVVehicle Incremental Cost Allocation
Technologies: Biodiesel, Ethanol, EVs, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, Natural Gas, PHEVs, Propane (LPG)
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) must allocate the incremental cost of purchasing alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) across the entire fleet of vehicles distributed by GSA. This requirement also applies to other federal agencies that procure vehicles for federal fleets. For more information, see the GSA's [...
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) must allocate the incremental cost of purchasing alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) across the entire fleet of vehicles distributed by GSA. This requirement also applies to other federal agencies that procure vehicles for federal fleets. For more information, see the GSA's [Sales of GSA Fleet vehicles](https://www.gsa.gov/buy-through-us/products-and-services/transportation-and-logistics-services/fleet-management/vehicle-leasing/sales-of-gsa-fleet-vehicles) website. (Reference 42 [U.S. Code](https://www.govinfo.gov/) 13212 (c)) *The U.S. Department of Energy is evaluating all records in accordance with current laws, regulations, and administrative directives. Thank you for understanding this process is still underway. Information provided here may be outdated.*