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A 3645

Establishes low-carbon transportation fuel standard program in DEP.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Clinton Calabrese and 4 co-sponsors

New Jersey establishes low-carbon transportation fuel standard requiring fuel providers to reduce emissions intensity, accelerating alternative fuel adoption while potentially increasing consumer fuel costs.

Reported out of Assembly Committee with Amendments and Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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Bill Summary · A 3645

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 3645 establishes a low-carbon transportation fuel standard program within New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The program would require fuel providers to reduce the carbon intensity of transportation fuels sold in the state, similar to programs in California and other states. This represents New Jersey's effort to align transportation sector emissions with state climate goals.

Why is this important

Transportation accounts for roughly one-third of New Jersey's greenhouse gas emissions, making fuel standards a direct mechanism to reduce climate impact. The program could accelerate adoption of alternative fuels and electric vehicles while potentially affecting fuel prices and supply chains. Success depends on how stringently the carbon intensity requirements are set and phased in.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost burden: Fuel providers may pass compliance costs to consumers through higher gas prices, raising concerns about affordability and regressive impacts on lower-income residents
  • Fuel supply complexity: Establishing reliable low-carbon fuel sources (renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel, etc.) requires infrastructure investment and may initially rely on imported fuels
  • Economic competitiveness: New Jersey's stricter standards could encourage fuel sourcing from neighboring states with lower requirements, potentially undermining the program's environmental effectiveness

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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