Boost for Biofuels - Senators Push for Year-Round E15 Sales

Bipartisan Effort Seeks to Extend E15 Fuel Sales through 2025 Summer

Senator John Hoeven, alongside Senate Majority Leader John Thune and other bipartisan members, has formally requested President to approve the continuous sale of E15 fuel throughout the summer of 2025. This initiative aims to bolster America's energy independence and provide economic relief by reducing fuel prices.

E15, a higher blend of biofuels, has been intermittently approved for summer sales in past years. These actions, initiated in 2019, underscore the significant benefits of biofuels in supporting the domestic fuel supply and promoting agricultural productivity.

"To meet our nation’s energy needs and decrease the cost of fuel, we must deploy an all-of-the-above energy strategy, which includes leveraging domestic biofuels,” the senators wrote in their bipartisan letter.

The endorsement of year-round E15 usage aligns with broader efforts to enhance energy supply chains and alleviate costs for American consumers. By issuing a nationwide waiver for the 2025 summer driving season, the senators believe they can further these aims effectively.

Among the letter's cosigners are notable figures from both parties, demonstrating wide-ranging support for this energy policy initiative. These include Senators Tammy Baldwin, Kevin Cramer, and Amy Klobuchar, highlighting the cross-party agreement on the importance of sustainable energy solutions derived from American agriculture.

By promoting the use of American ethanol, the senators aim to provide a direct solution to reinforce the nation’s fuel reserves while reducing costs at the pump, echoing a shared commitment to a robust, diversified energy strategy.