The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced (Feb. 21, 2025) that it will uphold the current April 28, 2025, implementation date for use of E15 and E10 in eight states, one of which is South Dakota.
The action provides regulatory certainty for fuel suppliers and expands consumer access to year-round E15 in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said the decision underscores EPA’s “commitment to consumer access to E15 while ensuring a smooth transition for fuel suppliers and refiners.” He said the approach provides certainty for states that are ready to move forward with year-round E15, while also accommodating those states that requested additional time.
EPA intends to consider granting requests for a one-year delay for those states seeking additional time for compliance. Any state requesting a one-year delay must notify EPA in writing no later than Wednesday (Feb. 26, 2025). Ohio has already made that request.
Congress is negotiating a plan to allow for the permanent, year-round sale of E15 nationwide.
