2/1/07-A bill in the House Agriculture and Livestock Committee would require a gallon of diesel or gas to have its volume adjusted for temperature.
Sponsored by Rep. Burt Solomons, R-Carrollton, HB37 would specify the size of a gallon of fuel in each of 10 sections in the state. Those sections were originally established to estimate electrical usage, which also is affected by climate differences.
It also would require that consumers purchasing fuel in a district with fuel temperatures above 60 degrees to get a larger gallon than the current 231 cubic inches.
The Texas Department of Agriculture would be required to regulate and enforce the temperature adjusted fuel.
For bill status, call (512) 463-2182. In Texas, call 1-877-824-7038.