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Congressman Adrian Smith of Nebraska issued a statement following the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) announcement of proposed Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume requirements for 2026 and 2027.

"Today’s announcement rightfully recognizes the key role biofuels play in American energy security," Smith stated. "If finalized, these volumes will support our agriculture producers, provide much needed certainty to the industry, and ensure consumers have greater access to affordable liquid fuels. I thank Administrator Zeldin and President Trump for their continued support of American biofuels and look forward to working with them to ensure today's RVOs have the intended effect of promoting American energy production."

Smith has been an advocate for renewable fuels, having introduced a bill in 2015 to approve year-round sales of E15 fuel. Recently, on May 16, he joined Representatives Ashley Hinson and Angie Craig along with other colleagues in urging the President for robust blending requirements in RFS rulemaking.

On April 22, Smith collaborated with Craig, Hinson, and Representative Mark Pocan to push for a summertime E-15 waiver aimed at reducing pump prices. Earlier this year on February 13, Smith and Craig introduced legislation titled the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act to enable nationwide year-round sales of E15.

Smith also led a bipartisan effort on February 6 by sending a letter with nearly 30 colleagues to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. The letter emphasized biofuels' role in enhancing energy abundance and affordability while encouraging timely guidance from the EPA.