May 17, 2022
BY Geoff Cooper
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A coalition of groups representing ethanol producers, farmers, oil refiners and fuel retailers on April 23 sent a letter to members of Congress expressing support for a Farm Bill amendment that addresses E15 and reforms to the RFS SRE program.
The American Biofuels Maritime Initiative, which includes members representing the ethanol and biogas industries, on April 23 sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio calling for strong U.S. leadership in IMO negotiations.
The government of India on April 23 announced it has amended its Aviation Turbine Fuel regulations to allow SAF to be blended with fossil-based jet fuel. The change aims to reduce emissions and keep India aligned with the global supply chain.
The House Committee on Rules on April 16 announced lawmakers could submit amendments that will be considered for the 2026 Farm Bill through April 22. Amendments focused on year-round E15 and the RFS were among those offered for consideration.
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, pressed U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on his support for biofuels and the administration’s request to reduce DOE funding for renewable fuels by 98% during an April 16 congressional hearing.