H.R. 4562: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act

This bill, titled the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act, aims to improve public access to information about the production and importation of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Here are the key components of the bill:

Data Reporting Requirements

The Secretary of Energy, through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration (EIA), would be required to report on various aspects of sustainable aviation fuel in specific monthly and weekly reports that are relevant to petroleum supply. The reports must include:

• The type, origin, and volume of feedstock used in the production of sustainable aviation fuel.
• The total amount of sustainable aviation fuel produced and imported.

Geographic Breakdown of Data

The data must be detailed and include information such as:

• Production and importation statistics for each U.S. State, where applicable.
• National totals for both production and imports.
• Data, whenever feasible, about the origin of sustainable aviation fuel from foreign countries.

Methodology for Data Collection

The bill specifies that the data reported must adhere to a consistent accounting methodology that:

• Utilizes reliable statistical sampling techniques.
• Avoids double counting of feedstock or fuel.

Definition of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

The bill provides a definition for sustainable aviation fuel based on existing legal standards found in the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

Implementation Timeline

The EIA is expected to include this data in their reports as soon as practicable after the enactment of the bill.

Effects of the Bill

The bill is designed to enhance transparency and accountability in the market for sustainable aviation fuels, making it easier for stakeholders to access important information about the production and import of these fuels.

Relevant Companies

• BKNG - Booking Holdings Inc.: As a major player in the travel and airline industry, changes in sustainable aviation fuel availability could affect operational costs and sustainability initiatives.
• DAL - Delta Air Lines, Inc.: Delta is one of the largest airlines in the U.S. and would be directly impacted by any changes to sustainable aviation fuel sourcing and cost, as well as regulatory compliance.
• AAL - American Airlines Group Inc.: Similar to Delta, American Airlines would need to adjust its fuel sourcing and strategy following this bill's implementation.