James M. Jeffords: “What will be the effect of the RFS if EPA does not receive these funds?”

Thank you. Mr. Wehrum, a major challenge facing EPA is securing the resources needed to successfully develop and implement the renewable fuels standard, or RFS.

Will EPA fulfill its responsibilities to protect public health and the environment by making an active an informed decision regarding the permit before September 11th?

Yes. Mr. President, I yield 10 minutes to the Senator from Montana, the ranking member of the Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

What we need is a future based upon the abundant supply of domestically produced clean and low-carbon fuel.