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Farm to Fly Act of 2024

USA118th CongressS-3637| Senate 
| Updated: 1/23/2024
Jerry Moran

Jerry Moran

Republican Senator

Kansas

Cosponsors (5)
Joni Ernst (Republican)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Chuck Grassley (Republican)Pete Ricketts (Republican)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Farm to Fly Act of 2024 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to integrate the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels into its programs. Specifically, this bill includes sustainable aviation fuel as an advanced biofuel for the purposes of several USDA bioenergy programs that primarily provide support and incentives for renewable energy projects. For purposes of these programs, the bill defines sustainable aviation fuel as liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements). In addition, the bill specifically includes fostering and advancing sustainable aviation fuels as part of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program. Further, USDA must carry out a comprehensive and integrated pursuit of all USDA mission areas for the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels, including through the identification of opportunities to maximize the development and commercialization of the fuels, supporting rural economic development through improved sustainability for aviation, and advancing public-private partnerships.
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Timeline
Jan 23, 2024
Introduced in Senate
Jan 23, 2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Mar 1, 2024

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 118-6271
Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
  • January 23, 2024
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 23, 2024
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.


  • March 1, 2024

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 118-6271
    Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.

Transportation and Public Works

Related Bills

  • HR 118-6271: Farm to Fly Act of 2023
Air qualityAlternative and renewable resourcesAviation and airportsClimate change and greenhouse gasesEnergy efficiency and conservationManufacturingMotor fuels

Farm to Fly Act of 2024

USA118th CongressS-3637| Senate 
| Updated: 1/23/2024
Farm to Fly Act of 2024 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to integrate the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels into its programs. Specifically, this bill includes sustainable aviation fuel as an advanced biofuel for the purposes of several USDA bioenergy programs that primarily provide support and incentives for renewable energy projects. For purposes of these programs, the bill defines sustainable aviation fuel as liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements). In addition, the bill specifically includes fostering and advancing sustainable aviation fuels as part of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program. Further, USDA must carry out a comprehensive and integrated pursuit of all USDA mission areas for the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels, including through the identification of opportunities to maximize the development and commercialization of the fuels, supporting rural economic development through improved sustainability for aviation, and advancing public-private partnerships.
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Timeline
Jan 23, 2024
Introduced in Senate
Jan 23, 2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Mar 1, 2024

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 118-6271
Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
  • January 23, 2024
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 23, 2024
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.


  • March 1, 2024

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 118-6271
    Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
Jerry Moran

Jerry Moran

Republican Senator

Kansas

Cosponsors (5)
Joni Ernst (Republican)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Chuck Grassley (Republican)Pete Ricketts (Republican)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

Transportation and Public Works

Related Bills

  • HR 118-6271: Farm to Fly Act of 2023
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Air qualityAlternative and renewable resourcesAviation and airportsClimate change and greenhouse gasesEnergy efficiency and conservationManufacturingMotor fuels