Lawmakers proposed at least two provisions for biofuels assistance in this next round of COVID-19 relief. “There are different venues the assistance can come through,” explained Anne Steckel, senior biofuels advisor, National Farmers Union. “Senators Grassley, Ernst and Klobuchar have a provision they’ve been working on to offer aid and we are supportive of that. Congressman Peterson and others on the House side are also proposing a 45 cent credit given to biofuels producers.” According to Steckel, the biofuels industry needs the final language to offer clarity for implementation. “There is a really strong case to make for biofuels, because of lost demand. We’ll continue to work with champions; there are a lot of negotiations happening. It’s an important time right before the elections and we’re really hoping biofuels will be part of this final package.”
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