Delta Air Lines supports legislation to boost sustainable aviation fuel

Delta Air Lines has revealed strong support for new bipartisan, bicameral legislation that will accelerate the growth of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Michigan.
Senate Bills 235-36, introduced by Sens. Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) and Joe Bellino (R-Monroe), and House Bills 4424-25, introduced by Rep. Jerry Neyer, (R-Shepherd), would establish a $1.50 (€1.30) per gallon tax credit for the purchase, production, or blending of SAF starting in 2026.
“This bipartisan plan will make aviation fuel more accessible and affordable and will help us realise the global vision we spelled out in our landmark Clean Energy Future plan,” Sen. Singh said.
“Decarbonising the aviation sector will not be easy, but we have to start somewhere. Working collaboratively with our farmers and producers will simultaneously reduce carbon emissions in our atmosphere and support our Michigan economy. By tackling this monumental task, we continue to prove that Michigan is a global leader in protecting our environment.”
By encouraging the use of Michigan-grown feedstocks such as corn and soybeans, the legislation is poised to open new markets for farmers, helping revitalise rural economies and reinforcing the vital connection between agriculture and energy innovation.
John Delmotte, president of the Michigan Corn Growers Association and Sen. Bellino’s constituent, said: “This legislation mirrors the successful strategy that made ethanol a staple of American energy—using smart tax credits to create a market-driven solution to benefit farmers, consumers, and our environment.
“Just like with ethanol, SAF tax credits represent a direct investment in rural America, with huge reverberating benefits. This approach also aligns with President Trump’s goal of prioritising domestic energy production and American jobs. By advancing SAF, we’re laying the foundation for sustained economic growth across the entire agriculture value chain.”