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Delaware Natural Gas Laws and Incentives


State Laws and Regulations

Alternative Fuel Tax Exemption

Taxes imposed on alternative fuels used in official vehicles for the U.S. or any governmental agency, including state agencies and volunteer fire and rescue companies, are waived. Additionally, alternative fuel retailers must obtain a fuel supplier's license from the state Department of Transportation, and operators or owners of vehicles using alternative fuel must obtain either a special fuel user's license from the Department of Transportation or pay the special fuel tax. (Reference Delaware Code Title 30, Chapter 51, Subchapter II)

Utilities/Private Incentives

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fuel Rate Reduction

Chesapeake Utilities has one publicly accessible quick-fill CNG refueling station in Dover. CNG is offered at a 20% discount as compared to the American Automobile Association (AAA) list price.