S. 144: Farm to Fly Act of 2025
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-01-16 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] |
| Policy area | Agriculture and Food |
| Cosponsors | 5 |
| Latest action | 2025-01-16 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. |
| Last updated | 2026-01-31 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-01-16):
Farm to Fly Act of 2025
This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to integrate the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels into its programs.
Specifically, this bill includes sustainable aviation fuel as an advanced biofuel for the purposes of several USDA bioenergy programs that primarily provide support and incentives for renewable energy projects.
For purposes of these programs, the bill defines sustainable aviation fuel as liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements).
In addition, the bill specifically includes fostering and advancing sustainable aviation fuels as part of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program.
Further, USDA must carry out a comprehensive and integrated pursuit of all USDA mission areas for the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels, including through
- the identification of opportunities to maximize the development and commercialization of the fuels,
- supporting rural economic development through improved sustainability for aviation, and
- advancing public-private partnerships.
Cosponsors (5)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Amy Klobuchar | D MN (original cosponsor) 2025-01-16 |
| Joni Ernst | R IA (original cosponsor) 2025-01-16 |
| Tammy Duckworth | D IL (original cosponsor) 2025-01-16 |
| Pete Ricketts | R NE (original cosponsor) 2025-01-16 |
| Chuck Grassley | R IA (original cosponsor) 2025-01-16 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 144 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
Frequently asked questions
What is S. 144?
S. 144 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Farm to Fly Act of 2025.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 144 are available on congress.gov.
Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).