Bill > A05356

This bill creates the cellulosic ethanol task force within the Department of Agriculture and Markets to study the feasibility of growing crops for cellulosic ethanol production. The task force, consisting of up to nine members selected by the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets, will provide recommendations on the types of crops that can produce cellulosic ethanol and where in the state such crops can be best grown. The goal is to prevent and reduce the production and emanation of greenhouse gases. The task force is required to submit a report with its findings and any proposed legislation within one year of the bill's effective date, after which the provisions of the bill will expire and be repealed.