CURRY,JULIE AND FEIGENHOLTZ. New Act Creates the MTBE Elimination Act. Provides that the General Assembly finds that methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) presents substantial environmental risks, while ethanol provides a reasonable alternative as a fuel additive. Provides that beginning 3 years after the effective date of this Act, no person shall use, manufacture, or sell MTBE as a fuel additive or transport fuel containing MTBE in Illinois. Provides that the Environmental Protection Agency shall adopt rules for providing technical assistance and funds to local governments for drinking water testing. Authorizes research grants. Effective immediately. 00-05-18 H FILED WITH CLERK 00-11-09 H FIRST READING 00-11-09 H REFERRED TO HOUSE RULES COMMITTEE RULES 00-11-16 H ADDED AS A CO-SPONSOR FEIGENHOLTZ 01-01-09 H SESSION SINE DIE END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Summary