James M. Jeffords: “I would just like to go to repeating a request here.”

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.

I have introduced legislation to require EPA to establish uniform standards and controls for such facilities.

As you may know, International Paper is seeking a permit to burn tires at its facility in upstate New York.

I regard the RFS as the first step, and one that only produces a transition fuel on our way to a more climate-friendly future.