Ricketts Leads Resolution Announcing Renewable Fuels Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, led a bipartisan resolution to designate May 2025 as Renewable Fuels Month in America. Ricketts is a longtime champion of renewable fuels.
“Renewable fuels like ethanol and biodiesel are a win for Nebraska and a win for America,” said Senator Ricketts. “They save consumers money, support Nebraska agriculture, protect our environment, and promote American energy independence. I appreciate the bipartisan support for this resolution and call on all Americans to choose renewable fuels.”
“I’ve always been a proud supporter of renewable fuels like ethanol and biodiesel,” said Senator Fischer. “Not only do they expand markets for Nebraska’s farmers and lower prices at the pump for consumers, but they play a vital role in achieving America’s energy independence. I want to thank Senator Ricketts for leading the charge on this important resolution in the U.S. Senate.”
“With President Trump back in the White House, America is set to become energy dominant, and biofuels will make up an important part of that equation. Our resolution recognizes the power of renewable fuels and outlines the great advantages they bring to the table, including boosting the domestic market for farmers and adding jobs and economic vitality in the Heartland. With Iowa continuing to lead the nation in renewable fuels, our resolution also recognizes the importance of rural communities and thanks the hard-working men and women who get these products to market,” said Senator Grassley.
"Renewable fuels are an important part of American energy, and I’m proud to join my colleagues in designating this month as Renewable Fuels Month,” said Senator Marshall. “By supporting homegrown energy sources like ethanol and biodiesel, we are creating stronger markets for Kansas farmers, cleaner air for our communities, and a more secure future for our state and nation.”
“Renewable fuels bolster our domestic energy production and move America towards energy independence,” said Senator Ernst. “I’m proud to support this resolution to designate May as ‘Renewable Fuels Month’ and continue to advocate for producers who deliver our homegrown, Iowa fuel to consumers and drive down prices at the pump.”
"Iowa's biofuel industry is a national leader because we trust our farmers and fuel producers to drive energy innovation," said Rep. Nunn, who leads companion legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. "Recognizing May as Renewable Fuels Month highlights how renewable biofuels are powering America's energy growth, strengthening our energy independence, and fueling a stronger future for Iowa's farmers and families."
“Nebraska’s farmers, ranchers, and producers help power America with clean, homegrown energy that strengthens our economy and communities,” said Dawn Caldwell, Executive Director of Renewable Fuels Nebraska. “Renewable Fuels Nebraska is thrilled to celebrate them this Renewable Fuels Month, and we’re deeply grateful for Senator Ricketts’ steadfast leadership in both Lincoln and Washington, D.C. on behalf of our state and our industry. His resolution shines a well-deserved spotlight on the men and women who fuel the Good Life and beyond.”
Co-sponsors of the bill include U.S. Senators Tina Smith (D-MN), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Roger Marshall (R-KS), and Jerry Moran (R-KS).