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This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to finalize a proposed rule within 90 days of enactment regarding E15 fuel (a gasoline blend containing up to 15% ethanol) dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility. The bill mandates that existing underground storage tank systems be considered compliant with E15 fuel, even if owners cannot locate original installation documentation. It specifies that steel and fiberglass underground storage tanks manufactured after July 2005, along with fiberglass reinforced plastic piping, are automatically considered compatible with E15 fuel. Additionally, if tank owners can prove the compatibility of specific components like gaskets or seals with E15, they will not be required to replace entire systems. The bill also introduces a forward-looking provision requiring that any new underground storage tank systems or components installed after the rule's effective date must be compatible with fuel blends up to 100% ethanol, ensuring future fuel storage flexibility. The legislation, known as the "Ethanol for America Act of 2025," aims to streamline regulations around alternative fuel infrastructure and reduce barriers to ethanol fuel adoption.

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