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This bill aims to support the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by amending the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002. The legislation defines sustainable aviation fuel as a liquid fuel that meets specific technical standards, is not derived from petroleum or palm fatty acid distillates, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% compared to traditional jet fuel. The bill establishes a "Farm to Fly Collaboration Initiative" within the Department of Agriculture to maximize SAF development, leverage agricultural sector capabilities, and support rural economic development. It expands existing biorefinery assistance programs to specifically include sustainable aviation fuels, recognizing their potential to increase domestic energy security, create new markets for farmers, and support the aviation sector's clean energy transition. The bill highlights the critical role of U.S. agriculture in producing alternative biofuels and aligns with broader national goals of promoting sustainable energy sources and reducing carbon emissions in the transportation sector.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/144/all-info