Texas bill promotes natural gas fuel for vehicles
Texas bill promoting use of natural gas fuel for vehicles is sent to governor
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) -- A bill that encourages the use of natural gas fuel for vehicles is heading to Texas Gov. Rick Scott's desk.
The House passed the measure (HB 579) Thursday on a 116-2 vote.
It would ensure state taxes won't be charged on the fuel for five years and it sets aside $6 million for a rebate program.
Private companies and government agencies that purchase three or more natural gas fueled vehicles would get a rebate of up to $25,000 per vehicle, up to a maximum $250,000 rebate.
