Bills · HR 1346
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1346Alternative and renewable resourcesState and local government operations
To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.
INTRO FEB 13· LAST ACTION MAY 14
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it could impact fuel prices and choices at the gas pump. If this bill becomes law, it could expand the availability of E15 fuel nationwide, particularly during the summer, which might offer a slightly cheaper fuel option for some drivers. It could also provide a boost to the ethanol industry and agricultural sectors that supply corn for ethanol production.
Conversely, if this bill doesn't become law, the current restrictions on E15 during summer months in certain areas would remain, limiting consumer choice and potential cost savings. The RVP rules are in place to help reduce ground-level ozone (smog) during warmer months, so changing them could have implications for air quality, especially in urban areas. The changes to small refinery credits also matter because they affect the financial burden on some refineries under federal renewable fuel mandates, which in turn can influence overall fuel costs and market dynamics.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows gasoline blends containing 10% to 15% ethanol to receive a 1-pound per square inch (psi) Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) waiver year-round.
This provision would expand the year-round availability of E15 fuel, especially during summer months when current regulations often restrict its sale.
PROVISION 02
Updates how states notify the EPA about RVP limitations for fuel blends.
This streamlines the process for states to adjust their fuel volatility requirements in response to the changes for ethanol blends.
PROVISION 03
Requires the return or crediting of Renewable Identification Number (RIN) credits to certain small refineries for compliance years 2016, 2017, and 2018.
This provides financial relief and compliance flexibility to small refineries that had petitions for RFS exemptions outstanding or denied during those specific years.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 55
R· Nebraska
YRS IN OFFICE
19
BILLS LED
26
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 65%
DEM 18 REP 37 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
19 EVENTSMAY 14
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
MAY 13
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1224. (consideration: CR H3421-3428)
MAY 13
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 7567, H.R. 2616, S. Con. Res. 33, S. 1318 and H.R. 1346. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 7567 under a structured rule and H.R. 2616, S. Con. Res. 33, S. 1318, and H.R. 1346 under a closed rule, with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 7567, H.R. 2616, and H.R. 1346, and one motion to commit on S. 1318.
MAY 13
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1346.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1346
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedFeb 13, 2025
Last actionMay 14, 2026
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2025
House BillHR 1346Alternative and renewable resourcesState and local government operations
To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 14, 2026
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READING
11 min
COSPONSORS
55
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