Consumer Choice of Fuel Act

SF 2968, the "Consumer Choice of Fuel Act," prohibits Minnesota state agencies from adopting rules that restrict consumers' ability to purchase motorized equipment based on fuel type (like gasoline or electric) or require retailers to stock specific fuel-based equipment. It directly affects consumers, retailers, and manufacturers of items including generators, lawn mowers, recreational vehicles, passenger cars, farm equipment, and trucks. The bill eliminates existing "Clean Car rules" and amends statute 116.07 to prevent mandates on fuel sources for motorized equipment. This changes policy by removing regulatory barriers to consumer choice in fuel options for these products.