Fueling America’s Future: Lawmakers Introduce Tax Credit to Expand Renewable Natural Gas and Cut Emissions
Washington, DC – At the intersection of climate action, energy independence, and economic renewal, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) have joined forces with Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Mark Warner (D-VA) to introduce the Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act of 2025—a bold, bipartisan, and bicameral initiative to jumpstart the transition to cleaner fuels, slash emissions, and drive American innovation and job creation.
This legislation delivers a clear, market-driven solution: a $1.00-per-gallon tax credit for renewable natural gas (RNG) used or sold as fuel for motor vehicles, motorboats, or aviation. RNG is a proven, low-emission, domestically produced fuel that reduces pollution, lowers fuel costs, and strengthens energy security—all without disrupting business operations.
Key Highlights:
- Powerful Emissions Reductions: RNG dramatically reduces greenhouse gases and harmful pollutants that impact air quality and public health.
- Pro-Growth, Pro-Jobs: Spurs job creation across energy, agriculture, transportation, and infrastructure sectors.
- Strengthens Domestic Energy Supply Chains: Ensures the credit supports RNG produced and used in the U.S.—promoting energy reliability, supply chain resilience, and homegrown innovation.
- Applies to Blended Fuels: Expands credit eligibility to certified blended RNG, maximizing clean fuel adoption across industries.
- Long-Term Certainty: The credit remains in place through 2035, providing long-term market certainty and a stable runway for private-sector investment.
“Achieving American energy independence demands bold, forward-thinking solutions—and Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) is one of the most promising,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. “By cutting emissions and modernizing transportation across our supply chains, RNG delivers both environmental progress and economic growth. Across the country, American workers and businesses are leading the charge to integrate this clean, domestic energy source. Our bipartisan, bicameral Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act builds on that momentum with a targeted, pro-growth tax incentive to drive adoption, fuel innovation, and create jobs nationwide.”
“Heavy-duty trucks and buses are major contributors to pollution, accelerating climate change and worsening public health problems. By transitioning to renewable natural gas, we can reduce these harmful impacts while providing a cleaner, more affordable fuel option. Our tax credit will incentivize replacing outdated fleets with more sustainable alternatives, ensuring a healthier environment and a stronger economy without disrupting operations or increasing costs,” said Rep. Sánchez.
“The Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act is a smart investment in America’s energy independence and economic growth,” said Senator Tillis. “By expanding domestically produced renewable natural gas, we can reduce reliance on foreign energy and create good-paying jobs across the country.”
“Renewable natural gas continues to gain momentum as a clean, affordable, and reliable fuel source. I’m proud to introduce legislation that will help incentivize the use of RNG and continue to aid the transition to clean energy while boosting our economy and creating good-paying jobs,” said Senator Warner.
“Transitioning to RNG-fueled vehicles can save money and reduce emissions, and deploys new, affordable, cleaner, and compliant technology without delay and without compromising business operations,” said The Transport Project President Daniel Gage. “More and more commercial fleets are discovering how allocating RNG as transportation fuel can help achieve more sustainable results immediately. We are fortunate to have bipartisan, bicameral support in advancing the use of domestically produced RNG in commercial trucking; getting this credit passed in this Congress will promote energy security, American jobs, and fuel cost savings for businesses.”
The Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act is a common-sense solution that will help accelerate our clean energy transition, improve public health, and create a stronger, more sustainable American economy.
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