Bipartisan Representatives submit Home Front Energy Independence Act to boost E15

In Washington, U.S. Representatives Randy Feenstra (R-IA), Angie Craig (D-MN), Cheri Bustos (D-IL), and Ashley Hinson (R-IA) introduced the Home Front Energy Independence Act, which would expand the production and availability of American biofuels. In an effort to lower energy costs for working families and support economic growth in rural communities, Feenstra and Craig introduced the legislation following the overwhelming vote in the House to ban imports of Russian energy products nearly two weeks ago.

Specifically, the Home Front Energy Independence Act would:

·      Make E15 available year-round

·      Establish an E15 Tax Credit and Extend the Tax Credit for Biodiesel

·      Direct the EPA to finalize their E15 labeling rule

·      Provide for biofuel infrastructure and compatibility with retailers

U.S. Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) introduced companion legislation in the Senate last week.