HSB 708: Relating to the compatibility of passenger vehicles rented or leased by the state with biodiesel blended fuel classified as B-20 or higher, and including applicability provisions

What it does

Under current law, as part of the department of administrative services’ (DAS) competitive bidding procedure for the purchase of a motor vehicle operating using an internal combustion engine powered by diesel fuel, a bidder must certify that the motor vehicle’s manufacturer expressly states that the engine is capable of being powered by biodiesel blended fuel classified as B-20 or higher (Code section 8A.368(4)). This bill requires a private entity to make the same demonstration prior to being awarded a contract under DAS’ request for proposal process for state passenger vehicle rental or leasing. The bill applies to such contracts issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2026.

House subcommittee · named February 10, 2026

• Rep. Jon Dunwell (R)
• Rep. Jeff Cooling (D) · jeff.cooling@legis.iowa.gov
• Rep. Heather Hora (R) · heather.hora@legis.iowa.gov

Lobbying · 4 for, 0 against

For: Governor's Office; Iowa Biodiesel Board; Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRF); Iowa Soybean Association

In plain words

1. February 10, 2026Filed in the House and sent to the State Government committee
2. February 10, 2026House subcommittee named: Dunwell, Cooling and Hora
3. February 12, 2026Subcommittee recommended passing it
4. February 18, 2026Approved by the House committee
5. February 18, 2026Committee vote: 21–0
6. February 23, 2026Approved by the House committee, and given a new number: HF 2671