Passed on 2026-05-21
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 747
A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in lowering fuel prices for consumers, lessening reliance on foreign adversaries, supporting rural communities, and reducing carbon impacts.
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Introduced 2026-05-21Topic: energy · agriculture food · climateSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution states support for naming May 2026 as "Renewable Fuels Month." It lists facts about ethanol, biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel, including jobs, income, exports, and emissions figures. The resolution states the Senate's recognition of renewable fuels' role in reducing carbon impact, lowering fuel prices, supporting rural communities, and reducing U.S. reliance on foreign adversaries. It does not create new laws, programs, or spending.
Sponsors
- Pete Ricketts Republican sponsor
- 9 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2435; text: CR S2445) | |
| 2026-05-21 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2435; text: CR S2445) | floor pass |