§16105 Biodiesel Engine Testing Program

Summary

The Secretary must, within 180 days after August 8, 2005, form a partnership with diesel engine makers, fuel injection and vehicle manufacturers, and diesel and biodiesel fuel providers to add biodiesel testing to advanced diesel engine and fuel system work. The tests must check how biodiesel from different sources affects emission-control technologies, focusing on effects on emissions warranties and anti-tampering rules, long-term engine performance, ways to optimize systems when switching fuels, and use as a blend with the 2006 EPA diesel (maximum 15 parts per million sulfur). Within 2 years after August 8, 2005, the Secretary must give Congress an interim report with findings, a full analysis of impacts on current and future diesel technology, and recommendations to get the best emissions reductions and engine performance with biodiesel. Up to $5,000,000 is authorized for each fiscal year 2006 through 2010 to carry out the program. Definitions: biodiesel — a nonpetroleum renewable diesel substitute that meets EPA registration rules under section 7545 and ASTM D6751–02a.