I've procrastinated the idea of taxes. I hate them as much as anyone. The irony is that if we make biodiesel, mix, and sell it, we'd get a 25% credit on the equipment, plus a $.30 / gal tax credit for being good citizens. However, because we aren't mixing and selling to the public, we get no credit and have to pay .16 per gallon 'road use' tax. So, what to do. My first inclination is to ignore the rules, not declare the fuel production, and stick it to the state for making ridiculous penalties on private citizens trying to do something good for the environment and American political situation on a non-profit basis.
More reflection, however, makes me see that if I'm going to make an action statement about keeping our planet healthier, bringing our finest home from the middle east, and try to show others that they too, can make a difference... I'd better do it honorably and within the system. I'd prefer our operation be something we can be proud of, without looking over our shoulders for the taxman. I also feel that stupid tax laws won't change if the state has no idea how many people are doing it... or would do it if tax incentives were in place.
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