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IL HB3218

IL HB3218
SALE OF E-15 GASOLINE


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Introduced
02/06/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

104th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amends the Motor Fuel Sales Act. Authorizes motor fuel blends containing 10.5% to 15% ethanol, by volume, to be sold in the State at any time during the year if permitted under federal law. Provides that, if a federal authorization must be obtained to provide for the year-round sale of those motor fuel blends, then the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency shall take all actions necessary to obtain the federal authorization on behalf of the State.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Motor Fuel Sales Act to authorize the sale of E-15 gasoline (a motor fuel blend containing between 10.5% and 15% ethanol) in Illinois year-round, provided such sales are permitted under federal law. The bill specifically directs the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) to take all necessary actions to obtain any required federal authorization for the year-round sale of these motor fuel blends. Ethanol blends like E-15 are alternative fuel mixtures that contain a higher percentage of ethanol than traditional gasoline, potentially offering environmental and economic benefits by reducing petroleum consumption and supporting agricultural industries. Currently, federal regulations have seasonal restrictions on the sale of higher ethanol blends, and this bill seeks to enable more flexible sales throughout the year.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)

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