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Our database captures state and federal laws and incentives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, air quality, fuel efficiency, and other transportation-related topics. State-level information is updated annually after each state's legislative session ends. To access state information, select a state from the map below. Federal information is updated after enacted legislation is signed into law. Select the Federal Incentives and Laws link below for the latest federal-level information.

The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (P.L. 110-140, H.R. 6) was signed into law on December 19, 2007. This broad reaching energy policy law consists mainly of provisions designed to increase energy efficiency and the availability of renewable energy. Three provisions are specifically transportation-related focusing on Improved Vehicle Fuel Economy, Increased Production of Biofuels, and Energy Transportation and Infrastructure. Selected summaries from The Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 2005 (HR6) are also available, view EPAct 2005 summaries.

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Please note: The information in these pages provides an overview of incentives and laws, but should not be used as the only source of information when making vehicle purchase decisions, tax decisions, or other binding agreements. Please refer to the federal and state contacts included in these pages to verify that these laws and incentives are still applicable.