Federal Alternative Fueled Vehicle Leadership
Federal Agencies Required to Increase Use of Alternative Fueled Vehicles
What it does
Agencies must develop and implement plans to meet AFV acquisition requirements and submit annual compliance reports to the budget office.
Real-world impact
- Increases purchases of alternative fueled vehicles across federal fleets.
- Requires annual compliance reports and detailed vehicle acquisition data to OMB.
- Provides limited funding assistance for electric vehicle purchases, up to $10,000 each.
Topics
Summary
This order requires federal agencies to lead by buying and using more alternative fueled vehicles (AFVs). Each agency must develop and implement aggressive plans to meet the acquisition targets set by law: 25% of new vehicles in FY1996, 33% in FY1997, 50% in FY1998, and 75% in FY1999 and after.
The order affects agency fleet managers, who must report compliance to the budget office and share data with the energy and general services departments. It also calls for coordination with private fuel suppliers and offers limited funding help for electric vehicle purchases.
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