U.S. Rep. Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.) has reintroduced legislation that would repeal numerous energy tax subsidies, including the cellulosic biofuel producer credit, the biodiesel and renewable diesel tax credit, the wind production tax credit and the enhanced oil recovery credit.
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Judges Won鈥檛 Reconsider E15 Rule; Industry Faces Blend Wall
A federal appeals court refused to reconsider a decision to throw out a lawsuit challenging an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that allows sales of E-15, a gasoline blend containing 15 percent ethanol. Grocery, auto and oil industry trade groups sued in 2010, saying using more corn-based ethanol in fuel would harm engines and push up the price of food and gasoline.
As Legislatures Convene, Tolling Remains Under Consideration Despite Opposition
As state legislative sessions opened up last week, tolling continues to be an issue in several states despite widespread opposition.
Tolling Proponents Launch Aggressive Pro-Tolling Campaign
The International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association, the worldwide group representing toll facility owners and operators, said it is launching 鈥渁n aggressive 2013 public awareness campaign to highlight the benefits of tolling.”
Preparation for the Facilitation Session at The 黑料社区Show
The 黑料社区Show attendees that plan to attend the Fundamental Leadership Skills: Facilitation educational session at The 黑料社区Show have homework. Session facilitator Jeffrey Cufaude of Idea Architects has prepared a video for attendees that provides techniques for engaging other people鈥檚 best contributions.
Participate in the 黑料社区Foundation Golf Tournament
A limited number of registrations are now available for the 黑料社区Foundation Golf Tournament that will take place at The 黑料社区Show. Individual registration can be submitted using theIndividual Golfer Form.
Canadian Crude Oil Pumps Supply for Local Refiners
Tom Kloza, the chief analyst at the Oil Price Information Service, said a concentration of crude from Canada, down through North Dakota, Missouri and West Texas is creating opportunities for local refineries, resulting in lower prices in some markets.
ATRI Seeks Driver Input on HOS Provisions
The American Transportation Research Institute, the research arm of the American Trucking Associations, is asking commercial drivers to weigh in on changes to the 34-hour restart provision of the federal hours-of-service rule set to take effect in July.
U.S. Governors Focus on Increasing Natural Gas Use in 2013
The National Governors Association will make the increased use of natural gas a priority in 2013, said Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin, the vice chair of the group.
Geo. H. Green Oil Company Raised $26,000 for Charity
The Wyatt brothers, co-owners of the Geo. H. Green Oil Company of Fairburn, Ga., raised more than $26,000 in just 27 days, a 4 percent increase over last year, in the company鈥檚 annual fund raising drive.
A Day in the Life of a Truckstop Operator: Michael Sibley
For Michael Sibley, Travel Center in LaPlace, La., work is spread between his home office and the travel plaza.