This bill directs the Secretary of Energy to establish a Western Refined Fuel Storage Reserve within six months, integrating it into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Its primary purpose is to enhance energy security and address supply vulnerabilities for refined petroleum products in Western States. The reserve will store gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel , with minimum capacities of 5 million, 3 million, and 2 million barrels, respectively. The Secretary must identify suitable salt cavern locations in designated Western States, prioritizing proximity to distribution systems and areas prone to shortages. Within five fiscal years, the reserve must be filled and maintained at no less than 75 percent of its minimum capacity using appropriated funds or emergency sale revenues. The Secretary can draw down products during emergencies or supply disruptions and must submit annual reports to Congress detailing the reserve's operations and future recommendations.
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Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Energy
Western Refined Fuel Reserve Act of 2025
USA119th CongressS-3407| Senate
| Updated: 12/9/2025
This bill directs the Secretary of Energy to establish a Western Refined Fuel Storage Reserve within six months, integrating it into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Its primary purpose is to enhance energy security and address supply vulnerabilities for refined petroleum products in Western States. The reserve will store gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel , with minimum capacities of 5 million, 3 million, and 2 million barrels, respectively. The Secretary must identify suitable salt cavern locations in designated Western States, prioritizing proximity to distribution systems and areas prone to shortages. Within five fiscal years, the reserve must be filled and maintained at no less than 75 percent of its minimum capacity using appropriated funds or emergency sale revenues. The Secretary can draw down products during emergencies or supply disruptions and must submit annual reports to Congress detailing the reserve's operations and future recommendations.