DeWine Order Allows Dyed Diesel Fuel on Ohio Public Highways
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed an Executive Order allowing the use of dyed diesel fuel on public highways to support the state's economic success, agricultural productivity, and manufacturing capabilities, aligning with federal guidance.
Charleston Huntington, WV, October 21, 2026 —
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed an Executive Order allowing dyed diesel fuel to be used on public highways, according to the information provided about the order. The stated aims are to support the state’s economic success, agricultural productivity and manufacturing capabilities.
The order is described as aligning with federal guidance. The summary does not identify the guidance or explain how the state’s action corresponds to it. It also does not provide the order’s signing date, order number or effective date.
Details about the scope of the authorization were not provided. The available information does not specify which drivers or vehicles may use dyed diesel on highways, whether conditions or restrictions apply, or which state agencies would oversee the change. It also does not describe any enforcement procedures or explain whether existing rules are being altered.
Dyed diesel is the fuel specifically addressed by the order, but the summary does not state what types of dyed fuel are covered or provide technical requirements. No estimate of the order’s economic or agricultural effects was included.
The stated rationale connects the authorization to Ohio’s economy, agriculture and manufacturing. However, the information provided does not include statements from the governor, affected industries, agricultural groups or other officials. Further details about implementation and the relationship to federal guidance were not provided.
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