Farm to Fly Act of 2025
Farm to Fly Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Farm to Fly Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What It Does:** This bill would direct the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF)—cleaner alternatives to traditional jet fuel used in airplanes. The bill would expand existing USDA bioenergy programs (which already support renewable energy projects) to specifically include sustainable aviation fuel as an eligible advanced biofuel. This means farms and companies producing SAF could potentially access government support and incentives currently available for other renewable fuels. **Key Details:** The bill sets specific requirements for what qualifies as sustainable aviation fuel under the program: it must meet international standards, be made from acceptable plant-based sources (excluding palm oil and petroleum), and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% compared to conventional jet fuel.
This ensures only genuinely sustainable fuels receive support. The bill essentially creates a pathway for agricultural producers to participate in the aviation fuel market while supporting environmental goals. **Status:** The bill was introduced by Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kansas) and is currently in committee review, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. No action has been taken since its introduction.
CRS Official Summary
Farm to Fly Act of 2025This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to integrate the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels into its programs.Specifically, this bill includes sustainable aviation fuel as an advanced biofuel for the purposes of several USDA bioenergy programs that primarily provide support and incentives for renewable energy projects.For purposes of these programs, the bill defines sustainable aviation fuel as liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements).In addition, the bill specifically includes fostering and advancing sustainable aviation fuels as part of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program.Further, USDA must carry out a comprehensive and integrated pursuit of all USDA mission areas for the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels, including throughthe identification of opportunities to maximize the development and commercialization of the fuels,supporting rural economic development through improved sustainability for aviation, andadvancing public-private partnerships.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.