REFINERS URGE CONGRESS TO LESSEN IMPACT OF EPA'S OZONE RULES

The refining industry has suggested that Congress pass legislation either delaying implementation of EPA's stricter ozone standard or ensuring that regulators can take into account air quality benefits of other upcoming regulations when developing local pollution control plans, according to industry and congressional sources. The industry proposal was developed in preparation for a scheduled House vote on stalled energy proposals, which was originally set for last week but at press time was delayed until June 15 because of memorial services...