Sustainable Aviation Fuels Accuracy Act of 2023
This bill establishes a single, uniform definition for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) that must be used across all U.S. aviation operations and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) programs. It requires SAF to meet specific ASTM standards, not be derived from palm oil or petroleum, and achieve at least a 50% reduction in lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional jet fuel. The definition includes detailed technical requirements for feedstocks and certification processes. This standardization will directly affect airlines, fuel producers, and FAA programs by creating consistent criteria for qualifying fuels. The bill mandates the FAA to implement this definition within 60 days of enactment.
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Jul 2023
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Introduced Jul 25, 2023
Last action Jul 26, 2023
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Jul 26, 2023
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
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Jul 25, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Jul 25, 2023
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1 primary · 9 co-sponsors
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