Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act
Summary
The Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act mandates the Secretary of Energy, through the Energy Information Administration (EIA), to publicly report data on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This includes details on the type, origin, and volume of feedstock used in SAF production, as well as the total amount of SAF produced and imported, both at the state and national levels. The data will be included in existing EIA reports like the 'Petroleum Supply Monthly' and 'Weekly Petroleum Status Report'.
Expected Effects
The Act aims to increase transparency regarding the production and import of sustainable aviation fuel. This increased transparency could influence investment and policy decisions related to renewable energy and aviation. It also establishes a consistent reporting methodology to avoid double counting of feedstock or fuel.
Potential Benefits
- Increased transparency in the SAF market, allowing for better-informed investment and policy decisions.
- Promotes the development and adoption of sustainable aviation fuels.
- Provides data for assessing the environmental impact of aviation fuel sources.
- Supports the growth of a domestic SAF industry, potentially creating jobs.
- Informs consumers and stakeholders about the sources and sustainability of aviation fuel.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential administrative burden on the Department of Energy and the EIA.
- Possible costs associated with data collection and reporting.
- The Act relies on the definition of 'sustainable aviation fuel' in the Internal Revenue Code, which may be subject to change.
- Data collection may not fully capture all aspects of sustainability.
- The act does not directly incentivize SAF production, only provides information.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Commerce Clause (Article I, Section 8), granting Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations and among the several states, as it pertains to the production and import of sustainable aviation fuel. The reporting requirements do not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations. The act does not appear to violate any specific provision of the US Constitution.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).