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Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023
1/5/2024, 9:15 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1608
Bill 118 hr 1608, also known as the 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 market by allowing consumers and fuel retailers to have more choices in the types of fuels they use and sell.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the removal of certain restrictions that currently limit the types of fuels that can be sold at retail fuel stations. This would allow for a greater variety of fuels, such as ethanol blends, biodiesel, and other alternative fuels, to be available to consumers. This is intended to give consumers more options when it comes to choosing the type of fuel that best suits their needs and preferences.
Additionally, the bill aims to promote the use of renewable fuels and reduce the country's dependence on traditional fossil fuels. By expanding the availability of alternative fuels, the bill seeks to encourage the development and use of cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. Overall, the Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023 is focused on increasing competition in the fuel market, providing consumers with more choices, and promoting the use of renewable fuels. If passed, this legislation could have a significant impact on the way fuel is bought and sold in the United States.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the removal of certain restrictions that currently limit the types of fuels that can be sold at retail fuel stations. This would allow for a greater variety of fuels, such as ethanol blends, biodiesel, and other alternative fuels, to be available to consumers. This is intended to give consumers more options when it comes to choosing the type of fuel that best suits their needs and preferences.
Additionally, the bill aims to promote the use of renewable fuels and reduce the country's dependence on traditional fossil fuels. By expanding the availability of alternative fuels, the bill seeks to encourage the development and use of cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. Overall, the Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023 is focused on increasing competition in the fuel market, providing consumers with more choices, and promoting the use of renewable fuels. If passed, this legislation could have a significant impact on the way fuel is bought and sold in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 1608
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 more than 10% ethanol. This change allows gasoline that is blended with more than 10% ethanol to be sold year round.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1608
Bill HR 1608 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2023. Bill HR 1608 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2023. Bill HR 1608's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. as of March 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1608
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
68Democrat Cosponsors
20Republican Cosponsors
48Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1608
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionPotential Impact Areas
- Energy research
- Energy storage, supplies, demand
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations
- Mining
- Research and development
- Strategic materials and reserves
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1608
Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023
Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023
To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1608
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