Require ocean-going vessels to use renewable fuel sources to reduce carbon emissions.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act?
The Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act, known as S. 881, remains in the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works following a hearing on September 9, 2025. The committee members must decide whether to advance the bill, but most legislation fails because committees choose not to hold a vote. This bill has seen no recorded action since September 9, 2025.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act (S. 881 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from S. 3818 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
S. 3818 (118th) →
Vehicles
Who’s behind it
Pete Ricketts (R-NE)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.