Hearing on the Status of Advanced Biofuels and the Renewable Fuel Standard
January 1, 2019
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The Frame
This hearing gathered expert testimony to inform potential legislative or regulatory changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard, which mandates the volume of renewable fuel that must be blended into transportation fuel in the United States.
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
Biofuel Producers
The RFS mandates dictate the market demand for their products.
Fuel Manufacturers
They are responsible for complying with blending requirements under the RFS.
Environmental Organizations
They monitor the impact of biofuel production on land use and wildlife conservation.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2019.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on June 22, 2018, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The session focused on the 'Renewable Fuel Standard' (RFS) and its application to advanced biofuels.
- Seven witnesses provided testimony representing biofuel associations, fuel manufacturers, truck stop operators, and environmental organizations.
- The hearing included opening statements from Representatives John Shimkus, Jerry McNerney, and Gene Green.
- Witnesses submitted prepared statements and answers to follow-up questions for the official record.
- The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Environment of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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What is the Renewable Fuel Standard?
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Why It Matters
This hearing gathered expert testimony to inform potential legislative or regulatory changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard, which mandates the volume of renewable fuel that must be blended into transportation fuel in the United States.
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Discoveries
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Broad Stakeholder Engagement
The hearing included a diverse range of witnesses, from fuel manufacturers to wildlife conservationists, indicating the complexity of the RFS policy landscape.
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