2026 has been busy legislatively with the introduction or continued consideration of low-carbon fuel (LCF) program proposals in eight state legislatures and two additional states pondering the introduction of such bills. Below is a list of all active LCF programs in North America in addition to those currently under consideration (formally or informally).

Active LCF Programs

• British Columbia Low Carbon Fuel Standard (BC-LCFS)
• California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS)
• Oregon Clean Fuels Program (CFP)
• Washington Clean Fuel Standard (CFS)
• Canada Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR)

LCF Passed – Rulemaking in Progress

• New Mexico

LCF Program Legislation Active in 2026 Session

• Hawaii
• Illinois
• Massachusetts
• Minnesota
• New Jersey
• New York
• Pennsylvania
• Vermont

Previously proposed, considering introduction, or in working group

• Colorado
• Michigan

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