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Local and Public Transportation Fleet Alternative Fuel Study

The Community and Public Transportation Advisory Board (Board), established within the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, must analyze the use of alternative fuels in community and public transportation vehicle fleets. Alternative fuels to consider include compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, and biodiesel. The Board will make recommendations for the use of alternative fuel vehicles where cost effective. (Reference HB-131, 2012)

State Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Feasibility Study

At the direction of the Alaska Legislature, the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities issued a report on the feasibility of using CNG to power vehicles in the state. The study:

1. Reviewed existing government programs and incentives in North America that promote the use of CNG;


2. Reviewed and summarized relevant studies and investigations on existing public policy incentives that encourage the use of CNG;


3. Evaluated the environmental benefits and technical merits of using CNG;


4. Considered the economic, environmental, and technological advantages and disadvantages of using and promoting the use of CNG; and


5. Set out a proposal for a CNG expansion program in the state.

(Reference Alaska Statutes 44.42.020(a)(3))

Alternative Fuel Vehicle Acquisition Requirement

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (Department) must evaluate the cost, efficiency, and commercial availability of alternative fuels for automotive purposes every four years, and purchase or convert to vehicles that operate using alternative fuels whenever practical. The Department may participate in joint ventures with public or private partners to foster the availability of alternative fuels for consumers. (Reference Alaska Statutes 44.42.020)

2014 Session - Proposed Legislation

No proposed 2014 NGV Legislation as of this update

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2013 Session - Proposed Legislation

HB-103

Amends the biennial registration fees for alternative fuel vehicles and imposes much lower fees than otherwise apply, either $20 or $10 depending on whether the vehicle is a commercial vehicle or not. Alternative fuel vehicles include among other things, dedicated or bi-fuel NGVs. The reduced fees for bi-fuel vehicles is repealed at the end of 2017, and repealed for dedicated vehicles at end of 2021. This bill is effective Jan. 1, 2014.Reference - HB103 Bill History, Reference - HB103 Bill Text Pending: House Transportation Committee

SB-45

An Act setting special registration fees for alternative fuel vehicles; and providing for an effective date. Appears to be the companion bill to HB103 Reference - SB45 Bill History, Reference - SB45 Bill Text Pending: Senate Finance Committee