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Lawmakers hear testimony for task force to study renewable diesel supply and production
Summary
Representative Paul Evans sponsored HB 3261 to establish a 16‑member task force on renewable diesel and require a report by Dec. 15, 2026. Testimony from producers, a proposed local refinery developer, TriMet and industry groups focused on production capacity, permitting and infrastructure barriers.
The committee held a public hearing on House Bill 3261, which would establish a 16‑member task force on renewable diesel and require the task force to submit a report to the Legislative Assembly by Dec. 15, 2026. Committee staff said a "-1" amendment posted to OLIS would add two additional governor-appointed members to the task force, including a representative of TriMet or the school-bus/heavy-lift public sector.
Sponsor Representative Paul Evans described renewable diesel as distinct from biodiesel and petroleum diesel, saying renewable diesel stores longer and can be a near-term decarbonization option for heavy-duty vehicles, emergency response and agricultural…
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