By Bob Katzen

The Senate 1-39, rejected an amendment that would force transportation fuel providers to comply with new clean fuel standards set by the Department of Energy Resources. The amendment would create a credit system to penalize providers who do not meet those standards. Collected credits from public entities will be used to fund projects aimed at clean energy and transportation projects that disadvantaged communities need.

“This amendment was a measure that would have had a drastic impact on reducing emissions while also creating a benefit for local transportation infrastructure in the communities that need it most,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Mark Pacheco (D-Taunton).

Amendment opponents offered no arguments during floor debate. Sen. Mike Barrett (D-Lexington), a lead sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on his opposition to this amendment.

(A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against the amendment.)

Sen. Patricia Jehlen No