(1) The director may make grants for implementing:
- (a) verified technologies for eligible vehicles or equipment; and
- (b) certified vehicles, engines, or equipment.
(2)
(a) The division may develop programs, including exchange, rebate, or low-cost purchase programs, to encourage replacement of:
- (i) landscaping and maintenance equipment with equipment that is lower in emissions; and
- (ii) other equipment or products identified by the board in rule as being a significant potential source of air pollution, as defined in Subsection 19-2-102(3).
- (b) The division may enter into agreements with local health departments to administer the programs described in Subsection (2)(a).
(3) As a condition for receiving the grant, a person receiving a grant under Subsection (1) or receiving a grant under this Subsection (3) shall agree to:
- (a) provide information to the division about the vehicles, equipment, or technology acquired with the grant proceeds;
- (b) allow inspections by the division to ensure compliance with the terms of the grant;
- (c) permanently disable replaced vehicles, engines, and equipment from use; and
- (d) comply with the conditions for the grant.
- (4) Grants and programs under Subsections (1) and (2) may be administered using a rebate program.
- (5) Grants issued under this section may not exceed the actual cost of the project.
Enacted by Chapter 295, 2014 General Session