This bill amends several sections of the Minnesota Statutes to update gasoline specifications, particularly regarding the use of ethanol and other additives. Key changes include the replacement of outdated ASTM specifications for ethanol and gasoline with the latest versions, specifically changing references from ASTM specification D4806-04a to D4806-21a for ethanol and from D4814-11b to D4814-24a for gasoline. The bill clarifies definitions related to ethanol, gasoline, and the blending processes, ensuring that gasoline not blended with biofuel remains free from contamination and adheres to the updated specifications.

Additionally, the bill outlines the conditions under which gasoline can be blended with ethanol and other oxygenates, emphasizing that only denatured, agriculturally derived ethanol may be used. It prohibits the blending of gasoline with certain nonethanol oxygenates after specific dates and reinforces compliance with the updated ASTM specifications. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the quality and safety of gasoline sold in Minnesota while promoting the use of renewable resources in fuel production.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 41A.09, 239.761, 296A.01