Alaska Incentives and Laws

Last Updated May 2009

State Incentives

There are currently no known State incentives offered in Alaska.

State Laws and Regulations

Ethanol Fuel Blend Tax Rate Reduction

The tax rate on fuel containing at least 10% ethanol by volume is reduced by $0.06 per gallon as compared to the tax rate on other motor fuels in certain geographic areas and during months in which fuel containing ethanol is required to be sold, transferred, or used to operate a motor vehicle in an effort to reduce carbon monoxide emissions and attain air quality standards as required by federal or state law. (Reference Alaska Statutes 43.40.010)

Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways

Low-speed vehicles are not permitted on highways with maximum speed limits greater than 35 miles per hour (mph) but are permitted to cross a highway that has a maximum speed limit greater than 35 mph if the crossing is made at the intersection with a highway that is authorized for low-speed vehicle use. Operators of low-speed vehicles are subject to all traffic laws and other laws applicable to operators of passenger vehicles, including a biennial registration fee. A low-speed vehicle is defined as a motor vehicle that has four wheels, is capable of propelling itself and achieving speeds greater than 20 mph but not more than 25 mph, and that meets state and federal weight, equipment, and safety requirements. (Reference Alaska Statutes 28.10.041, 28.35.261, and 28.90.990)

Alternative Fuel Use

The Alaska Department of Transportation (DOT) is required to evaluate the cost, efficiency, and commercial availability of alternative fuels for automotive purposes every five years, and convert to or purchase vehicles that operate using alternative fuels whenever practicable. The DOT may participate in joint ventures with public or private partners that will foster the availability of alternative fuels for all consumers of automotive fuel. (Reference Alaska Statutes 44.42.020)

Global Warming Mitigation Initiative

The Alaska Climate Change Sub-Cabinet is established to advise the Governor on climate change strategy, including opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the use of alternative fuels, energy conservation, fuel efficiency, and transportation planning. (Reference Administrative Order 238, 2007)

Utilities/Private Incentives

There are currently no known utility or private incentives offered in Alaska.

Points of Contact:

NAME/EMAIL/TITLE	AGENCY	PHONE/FAX
Kay Kelly Project Manager	U.S. Department of Energy, Golden Office	Phone:(303) 275-6037 Fax:
Scott Sloane Environmental Program Specialist	State of Alaska Environmental Conservation - Air Nonpoint and Mobile Sources	Phone:(907) 465-5176 Fax:(907) 465-5129
Steve Morris Air Quality Program Manager	Municipality of Anchorage	Phone:(907) 343-6976 Fax:(907) 249-7959
Craig Lyon Transportation Planning Manager/AMATS Coordinator	Anchorage Metropolitan Area Transportation Solutions (AMATS)	Phone:(907) 343-7991 Fax:(907) 343-7998
Bonnie Richard Alaska Fleet Manager	U.S. General Services Administration, Alaska Fleet Management Center	Phone:(907) 271-3940 Fax:(907) 271-3971