John Barrasso: “Without additional relief, the new mandate will likely raise…”

“They depend on these exemptions to survive. They being the refineries and the people who work for them. Small refineries already face higher costs under federal renewable fuel rules. Without additional relief, the new mandate will likely raise gas prices for consumers all across the country by up to 35 cents a gallon. Small refineries have been ignored so far in the current E15 debate. It is time for their voices to be heard. Affordable, available, reliable American energy never comes from a one size fits all government mandate.” (01:29–01:39)

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