Engine Makers Seek Clean Fuel Protection In Contentious Refinery Plan

October 13, 2005
In another sign that a controversial House-passed bill to boost refinery capacity faces obstacles in the Senate, engine makers are approaching key Senate staff with concerns that the pending legislation could derail upcoming clean diesel fuel rules and other requirements, according to industry and other sources. The concerns come after the House's razor-thin approval Oct. 7 of legislation to spur the expansion and construction of oil refineries. The passage of the bill by such a narrow margin underscores political divisions...


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