Express Newsletter Updates

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 […]

The following activity happened in Harrisburg last week, of note to PPA membership. Both the Senate and House will be in session this week. Republicans Maintain House Seats in Special Election Pennsylvania Republicans secured two key state House victories in the March 17 special elections, maintaining their position within reach of majority control. Catherine Wallen […]

On Wednesday, President Trump announced a temporary 60-day waiver of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920 (Jones Act), allowing non-U.S. flagged vessels to transport certain goods between U.S. ports. The waiver is intended to facilitate the movement of critical energy commodities and related materials—including crude oil, gasoline, diesel fuel, distillates, gasoline blendstocks, liquified natural gas, […]

2026 SHOOT FOR SCHOLARSHIPS Two Separate Events in Eastern PA and Western PA  Join us to support Shoot for Scholarships, a nonprofit clay shoot fundraiser for the Robert V. Boltz Scholarship Foundation presented by the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association and PPATEC! Both events will feature a premier clay shoot venue, competition, delicious food, and camaraderie. All proceeds will […]

PPA Political Action Committee Chairman Jason Flohr would like to recognize POMPAC and Energy Defense Fund contributions in February. February 2026 POMPAC Contributions The Pennsylvania Oil Marketer’s Political Action Committee (POMPAC) raises funds through personal contributions from industry stakeholders. The voluntary contributions to the POMPAC fund are used by the PPA to directly support political officials […]

The Department of Human Services (DHS) informed the LIHEAP Advisory Committee (LAC) last week that the current LIHEAP season will be extended to May 8, 2026. The start date of the 2025-2026 season was delayed until December 3, 2025, and was set to end on April 10, 2026. The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association serves on the […]