The "Consumer Choice of Fuel Act" seeks to enhance consumer protection by granting individuals more freedom in selecting fuel sources for motorized equipment. The bill prohibits state agencies from implementing rules that limit consumer choices based on fuel type or impose specific inventory requirements on retailers. It broadly defines "motorized equipment" to include various vehicles and tools, and it requires legislative approval for any proposed rules that reference statutes or rules from other states, ensuring thorough scrutiny before adoption.

Additionally, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 116.07, subdivision 2, by removing the Pollution Control Agency's authority to set air quality standards based on motor vehicle emissions, effectively eliminating the Clean Car rules and repealing several related regulations on low-emission and zero-emission vehicles. This marks a significant shift in the state's environmental regulatory approach, prioritizing consumer choice over stringent emissions standards. The bill also introduces new reporting requirements for motor vehicle manufacturers regarding compliance with zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) standards, including annual reports and detailed documentation on emissions testing and noncompliance, while aligning Minnesota's vehicle emissions standards with California's regulations to encourage the adoption of zero-emission vehicles.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 116.07