May 18, 2026 Express Update

On May 13, the House of Representatives passed a bill, with a vote of 218-203, to allow the year-round sale of E15 ethanol-blend fuel, a move intended to support corn farmers and provide a cheaper domestic fuel option amid high gas prices. While the vote is a victory for Midwestern lawmakers, the legislation faces an […]

The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association (PPA) hosted two Shoot for Scholarships Clay Shoots this spring, raising more than $43,000 to support the Robert V. Boltz Scholarship Foundation. This marks the highest amount ever raised from an event. The April 14 event was hosted at Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays in Coplay, PA and the May 6 event […]

The PPA would like to highlight the following new members joining the association in April. 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. Superior Plus Propane (Wayne, PA) Associate Members […]

PennDOT will replace the aging Commercial Street Bridge on I-376 Parkway East to improve safety and mobility for Pittsburgh commuters. To complete this work efficiently, Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) techniques will be used, requiring a full closure of I376 Parkway East for approximately 25 consecutive days. Closure Details: Where: I-376 between Squirrel Hill Tunnel and […]