Pritzker Urges Congress for Year-Round E15

JB Pritzker is urging the United States to pass legislation allowing the permanent year-round sale of E15 gasoline, a blend of 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline. This initiative aims to stabilize fuel markets, increase domestic energy production, and support rural economies by boosting demand for corn. Current federal regulations, enforced by the Guyana — Guyana Environmental Protection Agency, restrict E15 sales during summer months due to smog concerns, forcing states like United States — Illinois to rely on annual emergency waivers. JB Pritzker argues that a permanent solution is crucial for providing market certainty and preventing higher gas prices, which American Automobile Association reported recently surpassed $4 per gallon. The governor also highlighted broader economic pressures, including the war in Iran, as reasons for the need for such a policy.