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H.R. 2493

Open Fuel Standard Act of 2013

Open Fuel Standard Act of 2013 - Requires each fleet of a manufacturer of passenger automobiles (including light-duty motor vehicles) to comprise at least: (1) 30% qualified vehicles in model year 2016, and (2) 50% qualified vehicles in model year 2017 and each subsequent year.

Defines "qualified vehicle" as: (1) a vehicle that operates on natural gas, hydrogen, or biodiesel; (2) a flexible fuel vehicle capable of operating on gasoline, E85, and M85; (3) a plug-in electric drive vehicle; or (4) a vehicle propelled solely by fuel cell or by something other than an internal combustion engine.

Authorizes a manufacturer to request an exemption from such requirement from the Secretary of Transportation (DOT).

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.

Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16](D-NY)Sponsor
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  • Introduced in HouseJun 25, 2013
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    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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