March 30, 2026 Express Update

On March 25, EPA issued an emergency waiver under the Clean Air Act authorizing nationwide E15 sales during the 2026 summer driving season, citing “extreme and unusual fuel supply circumstances” resulting from the Middle East conflict. The waiver takes effect May 1 and is expected to run in successive 20-day increments through September 15. The […]

On March 27, the EPA finalized its Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) “Set 2” rule, establishing renewable fuel volume requirements for 2026 and 2027 at the highest levels in the program’s 20-year history. EPA also said it will reallocate 70% of the Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) for volumes subject to Small Refinery Exemptions (SREs). EMA has […]

Summer Leadership Conference The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association (PPA) and Mid-Atlantic Petroleum Distributors’ Association (MAPDA) are co-hosting the 2026 Summer Leadership Conference! We invite you to join us in Avalon, NJ, to kick off the summer with great leadership seminars and networking opportunities. Conference Schedule The conference will open with a Welcome Reception on Sunday afternoon. Monday […]

On March 27, the EPA issued new guidance, eliminating the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Urea Quality Sensor requirement for all diesel vehicles and nonroad equipment. According to the agency, its action will deliver $13.8 billion in total annual savings to American operators through reduced repair costs and restored productivity. DEF systems have been required on […]

The PPA would like to highlight the following new members joining the association in February. Active Members Active Members are independent, branded, and non-branded petroleum marketers who sell gasoline, heating oil, diesel fuel, kerosene, and other petroleum products at both the wholesale and retail levels, including convenience stores. N/A in February Associate Members Associate Members […]