OAR 340-270-0010: Overview

(1) Purpose. The purpose of this division is to establish a rebate program and eligibility requirements for the purchase or lease of new or used zero-emission vehicles in Oregon. (2) Background. The 2017 Oregon Legislature adopted House Bill 2017 that authorizes DEQ to establish a rebate program for light-duty zero-emission vehicles. The 2018 Oregon Legislature adopted House Bill 4059, which clarified and removed existing requirements for light-duty zero emission vehicles. The 2019 Oregon Legislature adopted House Bill 2592, which clarified and removed existing requirements for light-duty zero emission vehicles. The 2021 Oregon Legislature adopted House Bill 2165, 2021 Oregon Laws chapter 95, which changed existing requirements light duty zero emission vehicles. In 2023, the Oregon Legislature adopted House Bill 3409, which authorized DEQ to establish a rebate program for medium and heavy-duty zero emission vehicles. This division implements those laws. (3) Administration. DEQ administers this division in all areas in the state of Oregon, including the areas of the state subject to the jurisdiction of the Lane County Regional Air Protection Agency.