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Sustainable Aviation Fuel Act: Tax Credits, Grants, and Emission Goals

This act aims to reduce aviation greenhouse gas emissions by promoting sustainable fuels. It introduces tax credits for producers, grant programs for technology development, and sets emission reduction targets, potentially impacting air travel costs and creating green technology jobs.
Key points
New tax credits for companies producing sustainable aviation fuel, potentially lowering production costs and encouraging investment.
Grant programs for the development and production of sustainable aviation fuel, supporting innovation and job creation.
Establishment of aviation greenhouse gas emission reduction targets: 35% by 2035 and net-zero by 2050, influencing the future of air travel.
Requirement for the Department of Defense to purchase sustainable aviation fuel, increasing demand for these fuels.
Support for research into new feedstocks for fuel production, including cover crops, potentially impacting agriculture.
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Print number: 117_S_1608
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sustainable Aviation Fuel Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1608.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New tax credits for companies producing sustainable aviation fuel, potentially lowering production costs and encouraging investment.
  • Grant programs for the development and production of sustainable aviation fuel, supporting innovation and job creation.
  • Establishment of aviation greenhouse gas emission reduction targets: 35% by 2035 and net-zero by 2050, influencing the future of air travel.
  • Requirement for the Department of Defense to purchase sustainable aviation fuel, increasing demand for these fuels.
  • Support for research into new feedstocks for fuel production, including cover crops, potentially impacting agriculture.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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Environment Taxes Transport Public Investments Economy