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The Moyer program, according to CARB, has provided Moyer funds, the project must not be subject to any regu- over $710 million since its inception in 1998, and dis- latory requirement, and it must be completed at least three burses $60 million in grants per year, funded through tire years prior to the deadline for mandatory replacement.

fees and smog impact vehicle registration fees. The funds “By funding emission reductions that are surplus – earlier are distributed through the 35 local Air Districts in Cali- and/or beyond what is required by regulation – the Moyer fornia, but the application requirements and criteria for Program complements California’s regulations,” says CARB. selection may vary somewhat from region to region based “Small businesses with vehicles or equipment that are ex- on local priorities. empt from or not yet subject to air quality rules are particu-

The strategy behind the Moyer program is to accelerate larly encouraged to apply.” Funds are allocated annually and the replacement of older engines with new greener engines applications are evaluated by the Air Boards on a ? rst-come before they are required by regulation. In order to receive ? rst-served basis until all funds have been awarded. 41 www.marinelink.com MN

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