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Senator Grassley Advocates for Year-Round E15 Fuel Access

Original title: E15 (Executive Session)

June 24, 2026

Energy Agriculture National Security Fuel Standards

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The Frame

What this does

The proposed legislation would change federal fuel regulations to allow the sale of gasoline year-round, potentially impacting fuel availability and prices for consumers at the pump.

Who is mentioned in the record

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American farmers

The expansion of homegrown fuels is intended to support the rural economy.

Gasoline consumers

Year-round availability of E15 would provide an additional fuel choice at the pump.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Senator Chuck Grassley delivered a floor speech urging the Senate to pass legislation allowing for the year-round sale of gasoline. He argued that the fuel supports the rural economy, lowers consumer costs, and strengthens national security by reducing reliance on imported oil.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is E15?

is a gasoline blend containing 15% ethanol.

Why does Senator Grassley want year-round E15?

He argues it lowers gas prices, supports American farmers, and enhances national security by reducing dependence on foreign energy.

Why It Matters

The proposed legislation would change federal fuel regulations to allow the sale of gasoline year-round, potentially impacting fuel availability and prices for consumers at the pump.

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National Security Framing

The Senator is increasingly framing agricultural fuel policy through the lens of national security, citing testimony from the Agriculture Secretary.

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Connected Entities

personJohn Thune“U.S. Senator who requested the quorum call be rescinded.”Map →

personRollins“Agriculture Secretary.”Map →

organizationGovernment Publishing Office“Publisher of the Congressional Record.”Map →

organizationAgriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee“Senate committee where the Agriculture Secretary testified.”Map →

personChuck Grassley“U.S. Senator who delivered the speech.”Map →

Sources

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