Rep. Scott Perry Proposes to Abolish Renewable Fuel Standard

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Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) on Friday proposed legislation that would abolish the renewable fuel standard (RFS), believing it has only harmed the environment and raised gas prices.

The Keystone State conservative unveiled the Eliminating the RFS and Its Destructive Outcomes Act, which he believes may help relieve inflationary pressure of gas prices.

“Eliminating the RFS is a vital step in preserving these essential jobs and reducing inflationary pressures,” Perry said in a written statement to Breitbart News. “By removing this mandate, we can curb the rising costs that are stretching household budgets to their limits.” ---More...

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