The American Petroleum Institute has joined renewable fuels groups calling on Congress to support legislation allowing year-round sales of E15.

“This is the first time we’ve ever had the oil industry voicing its support for a permanent solution,” said Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association.

Cooper tells Brownfield the group’s letter to Congressional leadership on Monday seeks a resolution to make fuel regulations more consistent.

“It’s a no-brainer for retailers if they can sell the fuel year-round,” Cooper said.

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