H.R. 5372 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Bioenergy Innovation, Optional Fuel Utilization, and Energy Legacy (BIOFUEL) Act of 2006
H.R. 5372 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on May 11, 2006, sponsored by Stephanie Herseth Sandlin with 63 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 11, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 63
- Policy area
- Energy
What it does
Bioenergy Innovation, Optional Fuel Utilization, and Energy Legacy (BIOFUEL) Act of 2006 - Amends the Clean Air Act to revise the schedule for the volume of renewable fuels, the volume for cellulosic biomass, and the volume of biodiesel.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Stephanie Herseth Sandlin (D-SD). Co-sponsors: 62 Democrats, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 11, 2006
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7503) (Sep 27, 2006)
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