7/13/07-Gov. Ted Kulongoski signed the bill into law that includes a requirement that at least a 2-percent biodiesel blend be offered as soon as production of biodiesel in the Pacific Northwest reaches 5 million gallons per year. A 5-percent biodiesel blend will be required when production in the region reaches 15 million gallons per year.
The new law, previously HB2210, also requires gasoline to be mixed with 10 percent ethanol after in-state production of ethanol reaches 40 million gallons per year.
The new law also creates tax incentives for producers and consumers of biofuel. Consumers of biodiesel blended with a 99 percent concentration can receive up to $200 annually in tax credits. Purchases of a gasoline blend that is at least 85 ethanol also will be eligible for the tax credits.
7/2/07-The Senate voted 24-3 to approve a bill that includes a requirement for the use of biodiesel.
HB2210 would require at least a 2-percent biodiesel blend as soon as state production of biodiesel reaches 5 million gallons per year. A 5-percent biodiesel blend would be required when production reaches 15 million gallons per year.
The bill now heads to Gov. Ted Kulongoski's desk. The House already approved it.
For bill status, call (503) 986-1180. In Oregon, call 1-800-332-2313.
4/12/07-A bill in the Senate Finance and Revenue Committee includes a requirement for the use of biodiesel. The House already approved it.
HB2210 would require at least a 2-percent biodiesel blend as soon as state production of biodiesel reaches 5 million gallons per year. A 5-percent biodiesel blend would be required when production reaches 15 million gallons per year.
For bill status, call (503) 986-1180. In Oregon, call 1-800-332-2313.
3/7/07-The House voted 53-4 to approve a bill that includes a requirement for the use of biodiesel. It's been forwarded to the Senate.
HB2210 would require at least a 2-percent biodiesel blend as soon as state production of biodiesel reaches 5 million gallons per year. A 5-percent biodiesel blend would be required when production reaches 15 million gallons per year.
For bill status, call (503) 986-1180. In Oregon, call 1-800-332-2313.
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