Nebraska’s Congressional delegation responded after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued new Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume requirements for 2026 and 2027: “The EPA’s newly proposed rule rightly recognizes the vital role America’s farmers and biofuel producers play in strengthening our energy independence. Setting the conventional volume for fuels like ethanol at 15 billion gallons and boosting biomass-based diesel well above expectations is a strong win for Nebraska and the rest of rural America,” noted U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb.
“I thank the administration for their continued commitment to agriculture and biofuels-- their leadership supports Nebraska’s corn, soybean and biofuel industries. I look forward to working with them to ensure these promising proposals are finalized and fully implemented,” she added.
“President Trump and Administrator (Lee) Zeldin have held true to their promises to unleash American energy and to implement the Renewable Fuels Standard consistent with the law. Today’s Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) rulemaking marks an important day for biofuels, American farmers, and Nebraska agriculture. Strong targets drive strong biofuel markets which benefits energy consumers, agricultural producers, and the environment,” stated U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb.
