Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM

Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to address the limitations on Reid Vapor Pressure (a measure of gasoline's volatility) that are placed on gasoline during the summer ozone season. Specifically, the bill applies the waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure requirements that are applicable to gasoline blended with 10% ethanol (E10) to gasoline blended with up to 15% ethanol (E15). This change allows gasoline that is blended with 10% to 15% ethanol to be sold year-round.

The bill also modifies the renewable fuel program by directing the Environmental Protection Agency to return compliance credits to small refineries under certain circumstances.

Bill 118 s 2707, also known as the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote competition in the fuel retail market by allowing consumers to choose where they purchase their fuel.

Under this bill, fuel retailers would be given the freedom to choose their own fuel suppliers, rather than being required to purchase from a specific supplier. This would give consumers more options when it comes to purchasing fuel, potentially leading to lower prices and better quality fuel.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency in the fuel market by requiring fuel retailers to disclose information about the sources of their fuel and any potential conflicts of interest. This would help consumers make more informed decisions when choosing where to purchase fuel. Overall, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023 seeks to empower consumers and promote competition in the fuel retail market. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will benefit consumers and opponents expressing concerns about potential disruptions to the fuel supply chain.
Congress
118
Number
S - 2707
Introduced on
2023-07-27
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/27/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to address the limitations on Reid Vapor Pressure (a measure of gasoline's volatility) that are placed on gasoline during the summer ozone season. Specifically, the bill applies the waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure requirements that are applicable to gasoline blended with 10% ethanol (E10) to gasoline blended with up to 15% ethanol (E15). This change allows gasoline that is blended with 10% to 15% ethanol to be sold year-round.

The bill also modifies the renewable fuel program by directing the Environmental Protection Agency to return compliance credits to small refineries under certain circumstances.

Bill 118 s 2707, also known as the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote competition in the fuel retail market by allowing consumers to choose where they purchase their fuel.

Under this bill, fuel retailers would be given the freedom to choose their own fuel suppliers, rather than being required to purchase from a specific supplier. This would give consumers more options when it comes to purchasing fuel, potentially leading to lower prices and better quality fuel.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency in the fuel market by requiring fuel retailers to disclose information about the sources of their fuel and any potential conflicts of interest. This would help consumers make more informed decisions when choosing where to purchase fuel. Overall, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023 seeks to empower consumers and promote competition in the fuel retail market. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will benefit consumers and opponents expressing concerns about potential disruptions to the fuel supply chain.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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Member:  
Tammy Duckworth
Member:  
Cindy Hyde-Smith
Committee:  
Environment and Public Works

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/29/2025

Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to address the limitations on Reid Vapor Pressure (a measure of gasoline's volatility) that are placed on gasoline during the summer...

Latest Action7/27/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.