Bill · S. 3297· Senate(119-S-3297)
CROP Act
- Introduced
- 12/2/2025
- Last activity
- 12/2/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Sponsored by
- Marsha Blackburn
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Consumer Relief and Opportunities for Producers Act" or the "CROP Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The primary purpose is to temporarily reinstate the biodiesel fuels credit. It extends the expiration date of the credit from December 31, 2024, to May 31, 2026. The legislation also includes a provision to prevent a "double benefit" for certain fuels. These changes would apply to fuel used or sold after November 30, 2025.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+5
The extension of the biodiesel credit encourages continued investment in renewable fuel production.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
Fuel producers and business owners in the energy sector benefit from the extension of the tax credit.
Would farmers be better off under this?+3
Biodiesel producers, many of whom are agricultural producers, benefit from the extended tax credit.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Temporary Reinstatement of Biodiesel Fuels Credit: This provision extends the expiration date of the credit from December 31, 2024, to May 31, 2026, which could benefit those involved with biodiesel fuels (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Double Benefit: This provision states that no credit shall be determined under this section for any fuel for which a credit determined under section 45Z is allowed, which could limit certain benefits (Section 2(b)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4Good For Farmers+3Good For Rural Residents+2
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Small Business Taxes+3Improves Small Business Support+2Increases Job Creation+2Improves Economic Growth+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Increases Renewable Energy Investment+5
- 12/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/2/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Introduced in Senate
Thomas TillisRepublican · North Carolina