H.R. 1719 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Agriculture, Feb 27, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryUSDA programs expand to support sustainable aviation fuel
The bill tells the U.S. Department of Agriculture to make sustainable aviation fuel a priority across its programs. It adds sustainable aviation fuel to existing USDA bioenergy programs that already support renewable energy projects, and it requires USDA to work on developing and commercializing these fuels while supporting rural economic growth and partnering with private companies.
How it affects you
Farmers and rural communities may see new opportunities to grow crops and biomass for aviation fuel production, potentially creating new markets and income. The broader effects depend on how quickly the industry develops sustainable aviation fuel as an alternative to traditional jet fuel.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Feb 27, 2025)
Farm to Fly Act of 2025
This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to integrate the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels into its programs.
Specifically, this bill includes sustainable aviation fuel as an advanced biofuel for the purposes of several USDA bioenergy programs that primarily provide support and incentives for renewable energy projects.
For purposes of these programs, the bill defines sustainable aviation fuel as liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements).
In addition, the bill specifically includes fostering and advancing sustainable aviation fuels as part of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program.
Further, USDA must carry out a comprehensive and integrated pursuit of all USDA mission areas for the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels, including through
• the identification of opportunities to maximize the development and commercialization of the fuels,
• supporting rural economic development through improved sustainability for aviation, and
• advancing public-private partnerships.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH. R. 1719
A BILL
Farm to Fly Act of 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Max L. Miller (R-OH-7) · Introduced Feb 27, 2025 · Agriculture and Food · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Mar 28, 2025: “Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.”