What does Preamble of Farm to Fly Act of 2025 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002. The proposed amendment concerns the definition of biofuels and sustainable aviation fuel. The bill includes provisions for 'other purposes' beyond the biofuel and sustainable aviation fuel definitions.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Farm to Fly Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Farm to Fly Act of 2025.

What does PURPOSES AND FINDINGS. of Farm to Fly Act of 2025 do?

This Act aims to enable access for sustainable aviation fuels within Department of Agriculture bio-energy programs. It seeks to foster alternative biofuels for national aviation, expanding the fuel supply and promoting clean energy sources. The Act recognizes the role of the U.S. agricultural sector in sustainable aviation fuel production. It supports the goals of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Grand Challenge. Congress finds that sustainable aviation fuels can increase domestic energy security and support the agricultural sector. Sustainable aviation fuels are seen as an opportunity to support farmers and foster rural economic development. The Act acknowledges the availability of feedstocks for sustainable aviation fuels.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Farm to Fly Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 9001 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 8101) to define 'sustainable aviation fuel'. The definition of 'biofuel' is updated to include 'sustainable aviation fuel'. Sustainable aviation fuel is defined as a liquid fuel, not kerosene, meeting specific ASTM International standards (D7566 or D1655 Annex A1). The fuel must not be derived from coprocessing certain materials with non-biomass feedstocks, nor from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum. It must also have a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50 percent, certified according to specific criteria. The term 'applicable material' is defined to include monoglycerides, diglycerides, and triglycerides, free fatty acids, and fatty acid esters. The term 'biomass' is given the meaning defined in section 45K(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage is defined as the reduction compared to petroleum-based jet fuel, using either CORSIA or the GREET model.

What does FARM TO FLY COLLABORATION INITIATIVE. of Farm to Fly Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes the Farm to Fly Collaboration Initiative. The Secretary of Agriculture is directed to pursue sustainable aviation fuels advancement. This initiative aims to maximize effectiveness through leadership across Department of Agriculture agencies. It seeks to identify opportunities for sustainable aviation fuels development and commercialization. The initiative intends to leverage the capabilities of farmers, foresters, and the agricultural sector. It supports rural economic development through aviation sustainability. The initiative promotes public-private partnerships to complement federal efforts.

What does BIOREFINERY, RENEWABLE CHEMICAL, AND BIOBASED PRODUCT of Farm to Fly Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 9003 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 8103). The amendments modify subsection (a) by striking 'and' and inserting '; and' and adding a new paragraph (5) to 'foster and advance sustainable aviation fuels.' The amendments modify subsection (b)(3) by indenting margins, redesignating clauses, and inserting 'sustainable aviation fuel' after clause (i) in both subparagraphs (A) and (B).

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Farm to Fly Act of 2025

Last updated: 3/28/2025 · Introduced: 2/27/2025

Author: Max Miller (R-OH)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill expands the definition of 'biofuel' to include 'sustainable aviation fuel' and establishes specific criteria for its composition and greenhouse gas emissions reduction.
It creates the 'Farm to Fly Collaboration Initiative' within the Department of Agriculture to promote sustainable aviation fuel development and commercialization, leveraging the agricultural sector.
The bill modifies existing programs related to biorefineries and renewable chemicals to specifically foster and advance the production of sustainable aviation fuels.

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