HB931
Regards use of E15 blended fuel for state motor vehicles
📋 What This Bill Does
This bill requires state-owned or leased motor vehicles in Ohio that can use E15 blended fuel to be refueled with E15 if it's reasonably available at a reasonable price. The director of administrative services will phase in this requirement over four years in increments. Rules will be adopted to implement this fuel use requirement, and state employees using state motor vehicles will be instructed to purchase E15 blended fuel when possible.
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Rationale
The bill partially aligns with libertarian principles by promoting alternative fuels and potentially reducing dependence on traditional gasoline. However, it introduces government mandates on fuel choice, which conflicts with the principle of limited government intervention in the free market.
Risks and Concerns
- Mandating the use of E15 fuel imposes government preferences on fuel choices for state vehicles.
- Introducing phased regulations sets a precedent for gradual government control over fuel options.
- Potential for increased costs or inefficiencies in using E15 fuel.