Senate bill would extend renewable fuel credits to ocean shipping
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Sponsor: Pete Ricketts · Senator · NE
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Official title: Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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S 881 adds ocean-going vessels to the Renewable Fuel Standard, letting shippers earn credits for using renewable fuel.
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What does this do?
S 881 amends the Clean Air Act to let renewable fuels used in large ocean-going ships earn credits under the federal Renewable Fuel Standard program. Currently, RFS credits can be earned for renewable fuels used in transportation, home heating oil, and jet fuel, but not for ocean vessel fuel. The bill adds ocean-going vessel fuel to the eligible list, with the EPA given one year to write implementing regulations and changes taking effect in the second full calendar year after enactment.
Who does it affect?
The bill directly affects fuel producers and blenders who make renewable fuels, shipping companies that operate large ocean-going vessels, and the EPA, which would oversee the expanded program. Ordinary consumers are not directly affected by the bill's provisions.
Why does it matter?
Fuel producers could potentially earn more RFS credits by selling renewable fuel to the shipping industry, which may encourage greater renewable fuel use in that sector. The EPA would also be required to report to Congress on program implementation within one year of finalizing its new rules.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 6, 2025
- Senate committeeYou are here · Sep 10, 2025
- Senate vote
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Committee on Environment and Public Works. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-343.