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Rep. Hinson seeks more congressional support for biofuels

One lawmaker says higher blends of ethanol need to be a part of the solution to help lower emissions.

U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says legislation like the Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act would allow for ethanol blends 10% or higher to be sold year-round.

“I will continue to push for it. I think our main priority in Congress right now is getting that farm bill done. As we’re having conversations about getting the farm bill to the floor, maybe having a separate conversation about access to choice for consumers and making sure we’re continuing to provide that stable market and certainty.”

The Iowa Republican tells Brownfield she opposes the Biden administration’s electric vehicle mandates and says EVs aren’t the only answer. “If someone wants to buy an EV, they should be able to do that,” she said, “but the Biden administration should not force families to buy these.”

The Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act has been supported by numerous biofuel groups, including Growth Energy and the Renewable Fuels Association.