HB 3261
Establishes the Task Force on Renewable Diesel.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Climate, Energy, and Environment
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Support
43%
Oppose
57%
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill establishes a Task Force on Renewable Diesel to study the availability, demand, and implications of transitioning away from petroleum diesel in Oregon. The task force will analyze incentives for increasing renewable diesel use, estimate future diesel demand across different regions of the state, and assess the cost differences between renewable and petroleum diesel. The task force’s work will conclude by December 31, 2026, and it will submit a report with potential legislative recommendations to the relevant interim committees.
Key provisions
- Establishes a 16-member Task Force on Renewable Diesel.
- Requires the task force to study the availability and incentives for renewable diesel.
- Directs the task force to estimate current and future diesel fuel demand in specific regions of Oregon.
- Mandates an analysis of the cost difference between renewable and petroleum diesel.
- Allows the task force to study additional related matters with a majority vote.
- Sets a deadline for the task force to submit a report to the Legislative Assembly.
- Specifies the composition of the task force, including representatives from trucking, renewable diesel, and environmental communities.
- Designates state agencies to provide staff support to the task force.
Who is affected
- Trucking Industry
- Renewable Diesel Industry
- Diesel Fuel Manufacturers and Distributors
- Construction Industry
- Environmental Community
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Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of HB 3261 advocate for the creation of a Task Force on Renewable Diesel, which would explore the utility and environmental value of RD as a tool to reduce carbon emissions from heavy trucks. They emphasize the potential benefits of investing in RD production and distribution, citing growing regional demand and the need for locally sourced R99 renewable diesel. Proponents also highlight the economic advantages and job creation opportunities associated with transitioning to renewable diesel, noting its potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote a more sustainable transportation sector.
Source: Testimony Summaries
Arguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
Opponents of the bill express concerns that incentivizing renewable diesel production may divert resources away from more sustainable energy sources, such as electric vehicles. They argue that focusing on true renewable energy solutions is crucial to achieving Oregon's climate goals. Some that allocating public resources for studying incentives for increasing renewable diesel production is unnecessary and potentially self-serving, labeling the proposal a "make work idea." Additionally, they question the bill's allocation of funds without considering whether renewable diesel truly meets Oregon's climate objectives, suggesting that it may be a less desirable path forward.
Source: Testimony Summaries