The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) is urging President Joe Biden to expedite the finalization of EPA’s proposed regulation that aims to eliminate the 1-pound per square inch (psi) Reid vapor pressure (RVP) waiver for gasoline containing 10 percent ethanol (E10) in eight states.
In a letter to President Biden, ACE CEO Brian Jennings expressed concern about the prolonged process that should have been a straightforward approval of a petition submitted by eight governors on April 28, 2022. This petition aimed to allow retailers in their states to sell E15 (gasoline containing 15% ethanol) year-round. The letter acknowledges President Biden’s directive to EPA to use emergency authority to issue temporary fuel waivers to ensure E15 sales continuity during fuel supply concerns. The letter highlights EPA’s delays in the regulatory process for this rule, emphasizing it issued a proposed rule after a significant delay and set a further postponement for year-round E15 sales until April 28, 2024. ACE emphasizes that EPA’s responsiveness and compliance with the law are essential.
The letter also mentions a lawsuit filed by the Attorney Generals of Iowa and Nebraska to compel EPA to finalize its action within the designated time frame, which is currently well past due. The letter concludes by requesting President Biden’s intervention to ensure swift resolution and action by EPA on this matter. More from Pro Farmer.
