HF42 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Definition of sustainable aviation fuel modified.
Related bill: SF1515
AI Generated Summary
The legislative bill in question focuses on agriculture in Minnesota, specifically modifying the definition of sustainable aviation fuel. It outlines specific criteria for what constitutes sustainable aviation fuel, including its sources (like biomass or green electrolytic hydrogen) and its environmental benchmarks (such as achieving a minimum of 50% reduction in life cycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional aviation fuels). This adjustment aims to support environmental sustainability in the aviation sector by defining and encouraging the use of cleaner fuel alternatives.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Agriculture Finance and Policy |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Includes new criteria for sustainable aviation fuel derived from gaseous carbon oxides or green electrolytic hydrogen."
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"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill amends the definition of sustainable aviation fuel under section 41A.30.",
"modified": [
"Expands the definition to emphasize a 50% life cycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction."
]
},
"citation": "41A.30"
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"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "References existing definitions of terms related to aviation fuel in section 296A.01.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies the meanings for aviation-related terms within the context of this amendment."
]
},
"citation": "296A.01"
},
{
"analysis": {
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"removed": [],
"summary": "Clarifies the definition of 'qualifying taxpayer' by referring to section 290.01.",
"modified": [
"Aligns taxpayer-related terminology with existing tax statute definitions."
]
},
"citation": "290.01"
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"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "The bill references biomass definition in section 41A.15 for clarity in sustainable aviation fuel standards.",
"modified": [
"Incorporates the biomass definition into the criteria for sustainable aviation fuel."
]
},
"citation": "41A.15"
}
]