A bill for an act relating to the regulation of energy sources by counties and cities.(Formerly SSB 1085.)
Impact
The bill explicitly amends existing laws, stating that counties and cities cannot pass any ordinances, resolutions, or amendments that would lead to the de facto restriction of energy access within their jurisdictions. By establishing this legal framework, SF411 aims to ensure that energy sources remain available without hindrance at the local level, indicating a shift towards state control over energy regulations and diminishing local governance in this area. This move could have significant implications, particularly in communities looking to transition to renewable energy or impose stricter environmental standards.
Summary
Senate File 411, introduced by the Committee on Commerce, addresses the regulation of energy sources by counties and cities in Iowa. The bill seeks to prevent local governments from adopting any legislation that would limit consumer access to designated energy sources including petrol, biofuels, natural gas, and electricity for electric vehicles. This legislative move emphasizes the importance of maintaining an uninterrupted supply of energy and prohibits any actions that could implicitly restrict the sale or production of these energy sources.
Contention
One of the notable points of contention surrounding SF411 concerns local governments' authority to regulate energy sources according to their community needs. Advocates of the bill argue that it is designed to provide uniformity and reliability in energy availability across Iowa. However, opponents may view this as an erosion of local control, hindering communities from making tailored decisions that could benefit their specific contexts, particularly in light of the evolving energy landscape and the increasing focus on sustainability and environmental considerations.
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A bill for an act relating to the excise tax on certain ethanol blended gasoline purchased exclusively for use in an implement of husbandry used in agricultural production.(Formerly SSB 3025; See SF 2493.)
A bill for an act relating to the excise tax on certain ethanol blended gasoline purchased exclusively for use in an implement of husbandry used in agricultural production.(Formerly HF 2343, HSB 561.)
A bill for an act relating to the excise tax on certain ethanol blended gasoline purchased exclusively for use in an implement of husbandry used in agricultural production.(Formerly HSB 561; See HF 2798.)
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AN ACT relating to taxation and revenue; amending the collection of and process for alternative fuel taxes; providing a per kilowatt hour license tax on electricity used to propel an electric vehicle; amending and providing definitions; reducing the annual decal fee for plug-in hybrid vehicles; requiring display of per kilowatt hour taxes; amending sales of alternative fuels from sales taxation; making conforming amendments; requiring rulemaking; and providing for an effective date.