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US SRes747
US SRes747A 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
05/21/2026
05/21/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
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.
AI Summary
This Resolution officially expresses the Senate's support for designating May 2026 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to honor the significant contributions of America's biofuel industries, which encompass plant- and waste-based alternatives to conventional petroleum like ethanol, biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel. Contextually, the measure highlights that these domestic energy sources—such as ethanol derived from corn and biodiesel produced from vegetable oils and animal fats—greatly bolster the U.S. economy and national security by supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs, boosting agricultural markets, and reducing the nation's reliance on imported foreign crude oil. Furthermore, the text emphasizes that these renewable alternatives help consumers by lowering prices at the fuel pump while simultaneously cutting greenhouse gas emissions and harmful air pollutants compared to standard fossil fuels.
Sponsors (10)
Pete Ricketts (R)*,
Tammy Duckworth (D),
Joni Ernst (R),
Deb Fischer (R),
Chuck Grassley (R),
Amy Klobuchar (D),
Roger Marshall (R),
Jerry Moran (R),
Mike Rounds (R),
Tina Smith (D),
Last Action
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2435; text: CR S2445) (on 05/21/2026)
Bill Topics
Energy
- ‐ Alternative and Renewable Energy
Government Operations
- ‐ Federal Holidays and Celebrations
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/747/all-info | 05/22/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/sres747/BILLS-119sres747ats.pdf | 05/23/2026 |
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