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NY S00370
Bill
Status
6/20/2017
Primary Sponsor
Robert Ortt
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AI Summary
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Establishes a biodiesel grant program administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to provide matching fund grants for agricultural production costs of biodiesel fuel.
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Defines biodiesel fuel as mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats, designated B100, and meeting ASTM D 6751 standards.
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Creates the biodiesel grant program fund under joint custody of the State Comptroller and the chairman of the Energy Research and Development Authority to receive and hold appropriated moneys for program administration.
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Requires the Authority to establish guidelines for application and administration of the biodiesel grant program.
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Takes effect January 1 following enactment, with the Authority required to establish implementing rules and regulations immediately upon passage.
Legislative Description
Establishes a biodiesel grant program for the agricultural production of biodiesel fuel; defines biodiesel fuel as a fuel comprised of mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats, designated B100, and meeting the requirements of the American Society of Testing and Materials designation of D 6751; establishes the biodiesel grant program fund.
Last Action
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
1/30/2018