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Renewable Diesel & Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Production Boost & Data Reporting

This act aims to boost the production and use of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. This could lead to more eco-friendly transportation options and reduced air pollution. It also mandates the collection and publication of data on these fuels, increasing market transparency.
Key points
Defines sustainable aviation fuel, excluding palm oil and natural gas sources, and requiring at least a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Requires the government to collect and publish detailed data on the production and import of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, aiding progress monitoring.
Expands support programs for innovative energy technologies to include refineries producing renewable diesel and aviation fuel from animal fats, vegetable oils, and biomass.
Simplifies labeling requirements for renewable diesel, potentially facilitating its wider market adoption.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4038
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Renewable Diesel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Parity Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4038.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Defines sustainable aviation fuel, excluding palm oil and natural gas sources, and requiring at least a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Requires the government to collect and publish detailed data on the production and import of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, aiding progress monitoring.
  • Expands support programs for innovative energy technologies to include refineries producing renewable diesel and aviation fuel from animal fats, vegetable oils, and biomass.
  • Simplifies labeling requirements for renewable diesel, potentially facilitating its wider market adoption.
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. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

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 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Transport Economy