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US S4392

Reduce Our Military’s Reliance on Foreign Fuel Act


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Introduced
06/14/2022
In Committee
06/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program on the use of sustainable aviation fuel by the Department of Defense.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Secretary of Defense to conduct a pilot program on the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by the Department of Defense. The program aims to identify logistical challenges, understand the technical and performance characteristics of SAF in a military setting, and explore opportunities to partner with nearby commercial airports to increase SAF use. The bill requires the Secretary to develop and implement plans to exclusively use aviation fuel blended with at least 10% SAF at two selected facilities by September 30, 2028. The SAF used must be produced in the U.S. from domestic feedstock sources and meet Department of Defense specifications. The Secretary can waive this requirement if there is a lack of domestic SAF availability or a national security contingency. The bill also requires a final report on the pilot program's effects, including on fuel costs, operations, emissions, and the environment.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (on 06/14/2022)

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