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A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study of the feasibility of increasing the consumption in the United States of certain ethanol-blended gasoline.

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Summary of Bill S 1828

Bill 110 s 1828, titled "A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study of the feasibility of increasing the consumption in the United States of certain ethanol-blended gasoline," aims to investigate the potential for increasing the use of ethanol-blended gasoline in the United States.

The bill mandates that the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conduct a study to determine the feasibility of increasing the consumption of certain ethanol-blended gasoline. Ethanol-blended gasoline is a type of fuel that contains a mixture of ethanol and gasoline, with ethanol typically derived from corn or other plant sources.

The study will assess the environmental, economic, and logistical implications of expanding the use of ethanol-blended gasoline in the United States. This includes evaluating the impact on air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and overall fuel efficiency. The bill also requires the EPA to consider the availability of ethanol and the potential for increased production to meet demand. Overall, Bill 110 s 1828 seeks to gather information and data to inform future policy decisions regarding the use of ethanol-blended gasoline in the United States. By conducting this study, lawmakers hope to better understand the potential benefits and challenges of increasing the consumption of ethanol-blended gasoline and its impact on the environment and economy.

Current Status of Bill S 1828

Bill S 1828 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2007. Bill S 1828 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the Senate on July 19, 2007.  Bill S 1828's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1070. as of September 24, 2008

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1828

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1828

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

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