E15
Coverage of E15 in the Nexus archive.
- Iran war funding request struggles on Capitol Hill
President Trump's $87.6 billion Iran war funding request faces skepticism from both parties in Congress. Democrats like Rep. Rosa DeLauro and Sen. Jack Reed criticize the proposal, while some Democrats remain open to parts of it. Republicans also express concerns, including Rep. Chip Roy opposing ethanol provisions and Sen. Susan Collins planning a hearing due to discrepancies in the request.
- Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path
The US House passed a bill to allow year-round sales of E15 (15% ethanol blend), but its Senate passage remains uncertain due to opposition from environmental advocates and oil-producing states. The White House supports the measure, which aims to provide cheaper fuel alternatives and boost agricultural interests, though the EPA's temporary waivers for extended E15 sales were linked to the Iran war's impact on gas prices.
- Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path
The US House passed a bill to allow year-round sales of E15 ethanol blend, but its Senate approval remains uncertain due to opposition from environmental advocates and lawmakers in oil-producing states. The White House supports the measure, which aims to provide cheaper fuel options and boost agricultural interests, though Senate leaders express skepticism about securing 60 votes for passage.
- Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path
The US House passed a bill allowing year-round sales of E15 ethanol blend, but its future in the Senate remains uncertain. Proponents argue it offers a cheaper fuel alternative and benefits agriculture, while opponents include environmental advocates and lawmakers from oil-producing states. The EPA has issued waivers for extended E15 sales due to Middle East tensions.
- Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path
The US House passed a bill allowing year-round sales of E15 ethanol blend, but its Senate path is uncertain due to opposition from environmental advocates and oil-producing states. The EPA has issued waivers for extended E15 sales amid rising gas prices, but Senate support remains divided.
- Stop the myths — allow year-round E15
The House of Representatives is voting on a bill to allow year-round sales of E15, a lower-cost gasoline blend containing 15 percent American-made ethanol. This would save drivers money and help refiners compete. The bill aims to make E15 available nationwide.
- US Farmers’ Biofuel Push Reaches Moment of Truth With Key Vote
US farmers are pushing for a key vote on biofuel, which could impact the industry. E15 is typically cheaper than conventional E10 gasoline. The outcome of the vote will determine the future of biofuel in the US.
- Expansion of E15: A gift to the ethanol lobby and a consumer betrayal
The Renewable Fuel Standard is a federal mandate that should be reformed to lower fuel prices and promote competitive markets. The expansion of E15 is seen as a gift to the ethanol lobby. This reform is necessary to ensure American energy dominance.