S.212 - Freedom Fuels Act of 2011

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize long-term contracts for the procurement of certain liquid transportation fuels for the Department of Defense. view all titles (2)

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  • Official: A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize long-term contracts for the procurement of certain liquid transportation fuels for the Department of Defense. as introduced.
  • Short: Freedom Fuels Act of 2011 as introduced.

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Official Summary

1/27/2011--Introduced.Freedom Fuels Act of 2011 - Authorizes the Secretary of Defense (DOD) to enter into one or more contracts for the procurement of liquid transportation fuel, including jet fuel, that: (1) meets requirements of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 relating t

Official Summary

1/27/2011--Introduced.Freedom Fuels Act of 2011 - Authorizes the Secretary of Defense (DOD) to enter into one or more contracts for the procurement of liquid transportation fuel, including jet fuel, that:
(1) meets requirements of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 relating to the procurement and acquisition of alternative fuels;
(2) uses a feedstock produced within a state; and
(3) is refined, manufactured, or produced in a state. Prohibits any contract options that extend the overall contract period beyond 10 years. Requires a report from the Secretary to Congress on performance under each contract.

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Organizations Supporting S.212

  • Advanced Biofuels Association
  • Amyris
  • BP
  • Butamax Advanced Biofuels LLC
  • Byogy Renewables
  • Coskata
  • ...and 30 more. See all.

Organizations Opposing S.212

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