Bills · HRES 375
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 375Rural conditions and developmentAlternative and renewable resources
Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 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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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it sets up a formal process within the House of Representatives to investigate and propose solutions for key issues in the renewable fuels and agricultural sectors. If it becomes law, it doesn't immediately change anything for consumers or businesses, but it creates a specific group with a mandate to develop legislation that *could* lead to significant changes.
Voters should care because the issues the council will study—such as fuel prices, energy independence, and support for rural economies—directly impact their daily lives and the economic health of many communities. If this resolution becomes law, it means that new legislation affecting these areas is likely to be considered by Congress very soon after the council submits its findings. If it doesn't become law, there would be no dedicated council with these specific directives and deadlines, potentially delaying or preventing focused legislative action on these issues.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Establishes the E-15 Rural Domestic Energy Council.
This creates a new official body dedicated to addressing challenges in the renewable fuels and agricultural sectors.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Council to investigate key topics including Ethanol-15 sales, refinery capacity, and federal regulations.
This ensures a focused effort on specific areas that impact energy production, rural economies, and fuel markets.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Council to submit legislative solutions to Congress by February 15, 2026, with an intent for Congress to consider them by February 25, 2026.
This sets a clear and rapid timeline for developing and considering new laws, indicating a sense of urgency.
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3 EVENTSJAN 22
Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1014, H. Res. 375 is considered passed House as amended.
MAY 1
Submitted in House
MAY 1
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 375
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedMay 1, 2025
Last actionJan 22, 2026
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025
House Res.HRES 375Rural conditions and developmentAlternative and renewable resources
Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 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.
INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 22, 2026
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