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Supporting Renewable Fuels Month: Lower Prices, Cleaner Air, and Rural Jobs.

The US Senate supports designating May 2023 as "Renewable Fuels Month." This resolution highlights how biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel benefit citizens by potentially lowering fuel costs, improving air quality through reduced emissions, and creating thousands of jobs, particularly in rural communities. It also recognizes the role of these fuels in strengthening national energy independence.
Key points
Fuel Cost Reduction: Increased domestic production of renewable fuels helps stabilize and potentially lower overall fuel prices at the pump for consumers.
Environmental Benefits: Renewable fuels significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions (up to 80% for some biodiesels) and decrease harmful particulate matter compared to traditional fuels.
Economic Support: The industry supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and provides a crucial market for US agricultural products like corn and soybeans.
Energy Security: Utilizing domestic renewable fuels reduces the nation's reliance on foreign oil imports.
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Print number: 118_SRES_213
Sponsor: Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Process start date: 2023-05-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_213.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Fuel Cost Reduction: Increased domestic production of renewable fuels helps stabilize and potentially lower overall fuel prices at the pump for consumers.
  • Environmental Benefits: Renewable fuels significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions (up to 80% for some biodiesels) and decrease harmful particulate matter compared to traditional fuels.
  • Economic Support: The industry supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and provides a crucial market for US agricultural products like corn and soybeans.
  • Energy Security: Utilizing domestic renewable fuels reduces the nation's reliance on foreign oil imports.
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. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE].

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 2025-12-26.

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