Bill > HB2300

This bill modifies Arizona's fuel reformulation regulations for specific areas with high population, primarily focusing on gasoline standards in Area A and Area C. The bill expands the list of acceptable fuel formulations, including options that meet federal phase II reformulated gasoline standards, California phase 2 and phase 3 reformulated gasoline standards, and federal conventional gasoline standards. It introduces a new comprehensive process for motor fuel waiver requests, allowing individuals to petition the associate director for temporary waivers from existing fuel standards during potential supply shortages. The bill requires the associate director to evaluate these petitions within seven days, consult with the environmental quality department, and potentially submit waiver requests to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Additionally, the bill mandates that the associate director publish a list of approved gasoline formulations on the department's website and create maps showing approved formulations by area. The bill's implementation is contingent upon U.S. EPA approval of proposed modifications to gasoline fuel formulation requirements, with a deadline of July 1, 2028. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in fuel standards while maintaining air quality regulations.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82069