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New Hampshire Laws and Incentives for Ethanol

The list below contains summaries of all New Hampshire laws and incentives related to Ethanol.

Laws and Regulations

Idle Reduction and Fuel-Efficient, Low Emission Vehicle Acquisition Requirements

New Hampshire state agencies and departments must implement a Clean Fleets Program in accordance with the recommendations of the Energy Efficiency in State Government Steering Committee, including but not limited to the following components:

  • An anti-idling policy;
  • A highway fuel economy rating requirement of at least 27.5 miles per gallon (mpg) for all new passenger and light-duty vehicles and at least 20 mpg for all new light-duty trucks except for emergency and law enforcement vehicles;
  • A requirement that new passenger and light-duty vehicles are certified as low emission vehicles in accordance with the recommendations of the Energy Efficiency in State Government Steering Committee;
  • A policy ensuring that the appropriate vehicle is selected for the intended use of the vehicle;
  • A requirement that vehicle purchases be in compliance with the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct) if applicable;
  • A waiver procedure for requesting vehicles not on the approved New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services vehicle list;
  • Additional measures to promote fuel conservation.

(Reference Executive Order 2005-4)

Alternative Fuels Taxation Study Commission

The Taxation of Alternative Fuel and Electric-Powered Vehicles Commission (Commission) was established to study and report findings and recommendations to ensure hybrid electric, alternative fuel, and electric motor vehicles equitably contribute revenue to maintain the state's highways and bridges. The Commission must submit a report of its findings to state officials by November 1, 2013. (Reference House Bill 1144, 2012, and New Hampshire Revised Statutes 21-J:47)

Motor Vehicle Classification Study Committee

The Motor Vehicles Classification Committee (Committee) was established to study vehicle classification laws used for new vehicle types. The scope of the study includes alternative classification systems to define non-traditional vehicles including alternative fuel vehicles and configurations, such as electric motor vehicles. The Committee must submit a report to state officials by November 1, 2012. (Reference New Hampshire Revised Statutes 58:1-6)