Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2023
This bill amends the Clean Air Act to modify how the EPA handles waivers for ethanol in gasoline, specifically regarding "Reid Vapor Pressure" (a measure of fuel evaporation). It simplifies the process for fuel retailers to introduce certain ethanol blends into commerce by allowing them to meet vapor pressure standards through existing vehicle certification or approved waivers, rather than requiring new EPA approval for each blend. The key change removes barriers for retailers selling ethanol blends that comply with existing vehicle standards or approved waivers, directly affecting fuel manufacturers and retailers who must meet EPA fuel regulations. This is a technical regulatory adjustment focused on streamlining compliance, not creating new consumer benefits or programs.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Mar 14, 2023
Last action Mar 24, 2023
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Mar 24, 2023
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.
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Mar 14, 2023
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Mar 14, 2023
Introduced
Introduced in House
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1 primary · 35 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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State
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Adrian Smith
RRepublican
Co
André Carson
DDemocratic
Co
Angie Craig
DDemocratic
Co
Ashley Hinson
RRepublican
Co
Blaine Luetkemeyer
RRepublican
Co
Brad Finstad
RRepublican
Co
Daniel T. Kildee
DDemocratic
Co
Darin LaHood
RRepublican
Co
Derrick Van Orden
RRepublican
Co
Don Bacon
RRepublican
Co
Dusty Johnson
RRepublican
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