Surging Energy Costs Fuel Multi-Decade Inflation Highs Across the U.S.

Surging Energy Costs Fuel Multi-Decade Inflation Highs Across the U.S.

U.S. consumers are facing the most significant inflationary pressure in decades as energy prices continue their rapid ascent, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data released this week. The report indicates that gasoline prices have surged 28% over the past year, while the broader energy index has climbed nearly 18%, placing substantial strain…

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House Passes Legislation to Permit Year-Round E15 Fuel Sales

House Passes Legislation to Permit Year-Round E15 Fuel Sales

The U.S. House of Representatives voted 218–203 on May 13 to pass H.R. 1346, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, a move that would permanently authorize the nationwide, year-round sale of E15 gasoline. The legislation aims to remove long-standing seasonal restrictions on the fuel blend, which contains 15 percent ethanol, effectively allowing retailers…

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