This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the use of dyed diesel fuel by adding provisions that allow fire trucks, fire engines, or other fire apparatus to use dyed diesel fuel when transporting firefighters outside of designated areas A, B, and C, provided they are exempt from the federal excise tax on diesel fuel. Specifically, it adds language to section 28-5649 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, clarifying that these vehicles are included as federally exempt motor vehicles authorized to use dyed diesel fuel on state highways.

Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to the existing language, ensuring that the requirements for selling dyed diesel fuel are clear and consistent with the new provisions. The current requirement for purchasers to provide a written statement to the seller and the department remains unchanged, but the bill specifies that the statement must confirm that the dyed diesel fuel will only be used in accordance with the new provisions. Overall, the bill updates the statute to enhance the operational capabilities of fire services while maintaining compliance with federal regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-5649
House Engrossed Version: 28-5649
Chaptered Version: 28-5649