A bill in the Illinois House of Representatives aims to create a B20 biodiesel standard in the state by 2024.
Illinois currently has a tax exemption for B11 and higher to incentivize use of the fuel. With the expiration date for that exemption quickly approaching, the Illinois Renewable Fuel Standards Act would extend the exemption for 6 months, transition it to B20 and higher and make it a mandate by 2024.
Representative Charlie Meier of Okawville co-sponsors HB 0229 with Representatives Sonya Harper of Chicago and Daniel Swanson of Alpha.
