WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) today introduced a resolution to designate May 2026 as Renewable Fuels Month, recognizing the vital role renewable fuels play in powering Iowa’s economy, lowering costs at the pump, and advancing American energy independence. U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) is leading companion resolution in the U.S. Senate.
The resolution comes one week after the House passed the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, to allow permanent, year-round nationwide sales of E15 fuel — legislation Rep. Nunn fought to pass through the House, delivering long-term certainty for Iowa farmers, biofuel producers, and consumers after years of temporary waivers and regulatory delays.
“For more than a decade, Iowa farmers and biofuel producers were told to wait — wait for another waiver, another study, or another Congress to act,” said Rep. Nunn. “This year, we stopped waiting and started delivering. The House passed year-round, nationwide E15, bringing Congress closer than ever to making permanent access to higher biofuel blends the law of the land. Iowa’s renewable fuels industry has earned that certainty, and this bicameral resolution recognizes the farmers, producers, and innovators who made Iowa the nation’s leader in homegrown energy.”
Iowa remains the nation’s leader in renewable fuel production and innovation. According to the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association, the industry contributes nearly $5.4 billion to Iowa’s GDP, generates $2.4 billion in household income, and supports more than 31,000 jobs across the state.
“Renewable fuels are a win for Nebraska and a win for America,” said Senator Ricketts. “They save consumers money at the pump, are good for the environment, and help farmers get better prices for their corn and soybeans. Renewable fuels also strengthen American energy independence. I am proud to lead this resolution on behalf of Nebraska farmers and ranchers.”
Text of the resolution can be found here.
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