Alternative Fuel Vehicle Infrastructure Act would support E85 conversion with tax credits

In Michigan, congressman Bart Stupak (D-Menominee) has sponsored the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Infrastructure Act. The Act increase the federal tax credit for installing E85 equipment from 30% of the cost up to 50%, and increasing the cap from $30,000 to $50,000

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