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Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 447

Bill 118 HRES 447, also known as the "Renewable Fuels Month" bill, aims to designate May 2023 as a month to recognize the significant role that renewable fuels play in various aspects of American society. The bill highlights the importance of renewable fuels in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and decreasing reliance on foreign adversaries.

The bill emphasizes the positive impact that renewable fuels have on the environment by reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability. By recognizing May 2023 as "Renewable Fuels Month," the bill seeks to raise awareness about the benefits of renewable fuels and encourage their use as a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels.

Furthermore, the bill acknowledges the economic benefits of renewable fuels, particularly in terms of lowering fuel prices for consumers and supporting rural communities. By promoting the use of renewable fuels, the bill aims to create new opportunities for economic growth and job creation in rural areas. Additionally, the bill highlights the national security implications of reducing reliance on foreign adversaries for fuel sources. By increasing the production and use of renewable fuels domestically, the United States can strengthen its energy independence and reduce its vulnerability to geopolitical instability. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 447 seeks to promote the importance of renewable fuels in addressing environmental, economic, and national security challenges. By designating May 2023 as "Renewable Fuels Month," the bill aims to raise awareness and support for renewable fuels and their role in building a more sustainable and secure future for the United States.

Congressional Summary of HRES 447

This resolution supports the designation of Renewable Fuels Month. It also recognizes the role renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices, supporting rural communities, and lessening the reliance of the United States on foreign adversaries.

Current Status of Bill HRES 447

Bill HRES 447 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 25, 2023. Bill HRES 447 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 25, 2023.  Bill HRES 447's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. as of May 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 447

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 447

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 447

Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.
Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.

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