[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 34 (Friday, February 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E149]
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 HONORING THE 130TH ANNIVERSARY OF PHILLIPS 66 RODEO RENEWABLE ENERGY 
                                COMPLEX

                                 ______
                                 

                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 20, 2026

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and commemorate 
the 130th anniversary of the Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy 
Complex, located in California's 8th Congressional District in Contra 
Costa County.
  Founded in February 1896, the Rodeo facility celebrates 130 years of 
continuous operation in 2026, making it among the longest-operating 
refinery sites on the West Coast. For more than a century, the site has 
played an integral role in the economic and industrial life of Contra 
Costa County and in California's broader energy landscape. Generations 
of workers and families have relied upon its operations, and its 
presence has supported local businesses, community institutions, and 
regional economic development.
  Throughout its history, the Rodeo site has demonstrated an ability to 
adapt to meet the evolving energy needs of our state and Nation. From 
its early days as a petroleum refinery to its modern transformation, 
the facility has continually embraced technological advancement and 
operational innovation.
  In 2024, the facility completed its Rodeo Renewed transformation, 
transitioning from a traditional petroleum refinery into a renewable 
energy complex capable of producing approximately 800 million gallons 
of renewable diesel annually. This significant shift supports lower-
carbon transportation fuels and contributes to both national and state 
climate goals. The complex has also expanded into the production of 
sustainable aviation fuel, generating approximately 10,000 gallons per 
day of neat SAF blendstock into approximately 20,000 gallons per day of 
finished SAF, which helps address emissions in the aviation sector.
  Further strengthening its clean energy portfolio, the facility 
completed an 88-acre on-site solar field in 2025, reducing its 
environmental footprint while diversifying its energy sources. These 
advancements reflect a sustained commitment to innovation, 
environmental stewardship, and the preservation of good-paying jobs in 
Contra Costa County and throughout California.
  The Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex continues to operate under the 
core values of safety, honor, and commitment. These principles resonate 
deeply with the ideals of public service and community partnership.
  On behalf of the constituents of California's 8th District, I commend 
Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex AC Transit for their long-
standing contributions to the energy sector, the workforce, and the 
surrounding community, and I congratulate them on 130 years of 
continuous operation.