Moran Continues Efforts to Advance Sustainable Fuel Policy

Kansas U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran is continuing his work to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) policy aimed at strengthening Kansas’ agriculture and aviation industries, building on previous SAF-related efforts he has supported in Congress.

Moran recently joined Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) in moving forward the Securing America’s Fuels (SAF) Act, legislation designed to expand domestic SAF production and provide long-term market opportunities for farmers.

As reported previously, sustainable aviation fuel has been promoted as a way to link Kansas’ strong agricultural base with its aviation sector by using domestic crops to produce lower-carbon fuels. Supporters say the policy framework is intended to give producers greater certainty to invest in SAF infrastructure.

The legislation would reinstate the SAF bonus credit, allowing qualifying producers to receive between 35 cents and $1.75 per gallon, and would extend the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit for all clean fuels through 2033.

“Kansas has a long history as a leader in agriculture and aviation, and this legislation builds on that foundation,” Moran said. “Supporting sustainable fuels opens new markets for Kansas farmers and rural communities, strengthens our aviation sector and promotes American energy independence.”

Kansas-based agriculture and biofuel organizations continue to support the effort, noting the potential benefits for rural communities and producers.

Renew Kansas Biofuels Association President and CEO Ron Seeber said extending the full value of the tax credit would encourage growth in the SAF market. “There is tremendous potential for domestic SAF production,” Seeber said. “Long-term incentives will help move this market forward while supporting Kansas’ agricultural and rural communities.”

Kansas Farm Bureau President Joe Newland said SAF remains a key opportunity for the state. “Agriculture and aviation are both critical to Kansas’ economy,” Newland said. “Creating incentives to use domestic crops for sustainable fuels opens new markets for Kansas farmers while supporting the aviation industry.”

Companion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House by Reps. Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Tracey Mann (KS-01).