NSP Applauds House Passage of Year-Round E15 Legislation
WASHINGTON (May 13, 2026) — National Sorghum Producers (NSP) today applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for passing legislation to permanently allow nationwide, year-round sales of E15, calling the vote a major victory for America’s farmers, rural communities and domestic energy production.
NSP thanked congressional leaders, coalition partners, fuel retailers, ethanol advocates and sorghum farmers across the country who worked for years to advance a permanent legislative solution.
“This is a major step forward for American agriculture and rural America,” said NSP Chair Amy France, a farmer from Scott City, Kan. “Year-round E15 expands domestic demand for American-grown crops, strengthens U.S. energy security and provides greater certainty for farmers and consumers alike. We appreciate the House taking action to finally deliver a permanent solution.”
“For years, farmers have been told to wait while Washington studied, delayed and debated a policy that was already proven to work,” France said. “Today’s vote sends a clear message that Congress recognizes the importance of expanding domestic fuel markets and supporting American agriculture.”
Sorghum plays an important role in ethanol production, as a key feedstock. NSP noted that year-round E15 will help strengthen long-term market opportunities for sorghum growers while supporting broader demand growth across agriculture.
NSP also thanked the organization’s grower members and state leaders who participated in advocacy efforts, fly-ins, grassroots campaigns and direct outreach to lawmakers throughout the process.
“We are especially grateful to the farmers who stepped up, shared their stories and helped keep pressure on Congress to get this done,” France said. “This victory belongs to rural America.”
While applauding House passage, NSP urged the Senate to move quickly to approve the legislation and send it to the president’s desk.
“Farmers need certainty now, not more delays,” France said. “We urge the Senate to act swiftly and finish the job.”
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About National Sorghum Producers
National Sorghum Producers represents U.S. sorghum producers and serves as the voice of the sorghum industry coast to coast through legislative and regulatory representation and education. To learn more about NSP, visit www.sorghumgrowers.com.