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U.S. Congressmen Mike Flood and Troy A. Carter, Sr. have introduced the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Information Act. The proposed legislation aims to direct the United States Energy Information Administration (EIA) to explicitly include SAF in their regular reports, aligning it with existing fuel types.

"Nebraska remains a national leader in biofuel production and is a driving global leader in advancing the bioeconomy," stated Congressman Flood. "SAF represents just one of many promising ways to grow the biofuels sector and boost our rural communities."

Congressman Carter emphasized the environmental benefits of SAF, saying, "Without coordinated action between government and industry, greenhouse gas emissions will continue to increase as more people and goods fly through our skies."

The bill has garnered support from various organizations including the Advanced Biofuels Association, American Farm Bureau Federation, National Corn Growers Association, Nebraska Soybean Association, Renewable Fuels Nebraska, and others.

Supporters highlight that this act will provide transparency for corn growers and the biofuels industry. Mark McHargue from Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation noted that SAF offers an enormous opportunity for Nebraska's biofuels industry.

Dawn Caldwell of Renewable Fuels Nebraska expressed gratitude for Rep. Flood's leadership in expanding the SAF industry across Nebraska.

Michael Dibbern from Nebraska Corn Growers Association appreciates greater data transparency for growing corn and biofuels industries.

The act is seen as crucial by stakeholders like Alison Graab from The SAF Coalition who mentioned real-time updates from EIA would offer critical insights into scaling up SAF production nationwide.

Emily Skor of Growth Energy stated that reliable data is essential for guiding investment decisions while Devin Mogler of National Oilseed Producers Association stressed the importance of clear market data access.

Michael McAdams of Advanced Biofuels Association endorsed the act as part of America's energy dominance agenda.

Jack Pettus from American Sugar Cane League recognized Congressman Carter’s effort in gaining accurate data on SAF which would track production development effectively.

Richard Fontenot from Louisiana Farm Bureau highlighted that expanded market opportunities are vital for farmers’ commodities through food, fiber or fuel contributions.

Michael Hecht of GNO Inc. praised Congressman Carter’s leadership in ensuring competitiveness on a global stage through innovation and transparency initiatives related to sustainable aviation fuels projects underway within Greater New Orleans region already today!