Feenstra Helps Introduce Legislation to Promote Ethanol Sales and Production
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today,U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull), alongside U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA), helped introduce the Next Generation Fuels Act, which would phase in higher gasoline octane levels through the greater use of ethanol. By increasing the amount of ethanol that can be utilized in the fuel supply, Iowa families will see lower prices at the pump.
U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) introduced companion legislation in the U.S. Senate.
“Thanks to our hardworking corn growers and energy producers, Iowa’s 4th Congressional District is the top ethanol-producing district in the nation,” said Rep. Feenstra. “Between high energy costs and record inflation, biofuels have the unlimited potential to ease the pain at the pump and grow our rural economy. I am proud to help lead the Next Generation Fuels Act to lower gas prices for our families, support Iowa corn growers, and expand American-made ethanol production.”
“Iowa is the top ethanol producing state in the country, and I know that our biofuels industry is of utmost importance to our economy,” said Rep. Miller-Meeks. “Our legislation would promote increased use of higher ethanol blends to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve health, and support agriculture’s contribution to the economy and environment. I’m proud to be joined by the entire Iowa delegation in spearheading this important bill.”
The Next Generation Fuels Act would phase in higher gasoline octane levels through the greater use of ethanol beginning with a 95 Research Octane Number (RON) standard for automobile model year 2028 and increasing to 98 RON by model year 2033. For a new vehicle to receive certification from an automaker, the bill would require the automobile to operate with an E25 blend for model year 2028 and an E30 blend for model year 2033 onwards. The bill would also require fuel retailers to carry these higher blend fuels.
You can find legislative text HERE.
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