OMB reviewing E15 approval for Midwest

The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has commenced review of EPA’s final rule allowing year-round sales of 15 percent ethanol fuel (E15) in Midwestern states, increasing the agency’s chances of meeting its March 28 target date for release of the rule as officials from the region press for action. According to OMB’s website, the office received the rule from EPA Dec. 18, starting a review process that generally takes about 90 days although controversial or complicated rules...