The Government and Partner Relations Committee has been working on revised USPS Lobbying Policy and Procedures. The following information has been posted in the File Cabinet of the Government and Partner Relations group of SailAngle. You can access the files by following the link. It is not necessary to log in to or be a member of SailAngle to access these files. In an effort to provide the widest dissemination possible, this information is also available on the USPS Government and Partner Relations Committee website. Please share these links with all interested USPS members.
SailAngle Links: Lobbying Policy Letter: http://www.sailangle.com/uploads/group/files/2121/7f0fbebf077a_lobbying%20policy%20letter.doc
Implementation of Lobbying Policy: http://www.sailangle.com/uploads/group/files/2121/67292a7515b0_implementation%20of%20lobbying%20polic.doc
Lobbying Policy Plan of Action: http://www.sailangle.com/uploads/group/files/2121/7a26d2aa4e98_lobbying%20policy%20implementation%20p.doc
USPS Government and Partner Relations Committee Website Link: Lobbying Policy: http://www.usps.org/national/govprcom/lobby_guide_f.htm
Monday, October 18, 2010
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
UPDATE: E15 decision excludes marine engines
UPDATE: E15 decision excludes marine engines
by Nina P. Anastasio
The Environmental Protection Agency today waived a limitation on selling fuel that is more than 10 percent ethanol for model-year 2007 and newer cars and light trucks. The waiver applies to fuel that contains as much as 15 percent ethanol, known as E15. The decision excludes marine engines and other non-road engines, such as those on snowmobiles, lawn and garden equipment, and other small gasoline-powered engines. "Thorough testing has now shown that E15 does not harm emissions-control equipment in newer cars and light trucks," EPA administrator Lisa P. Jackson said in a statement. "Wherever sound science and the law support steps to allow more home-grown fuels in America's vehicles, this administration takes those steps." A decision on the use of E15 in model-year 2001 to 2006 vehicles will be made after the EPA receives the results of additional testing that is expected to be completed in November. However, no waiver will be granted this year for E15 use in model-year 2000 and older cars and light trucks - or in any motorcycles, heavy-duty vehicles or non-road engines - because there are no test data to support such a waiver.
Additionally, steps are being taken to help consumers easily identify the correct fuel for their vehicles and equipment. The EPA is proposing E15 pump-labeling requirements, including a requirement that the fuel industry specify the ethanol content of gasoline sold to retailers. An E15 petition was submitted in March 2009 to EPA by Growth Energy and 54 ethanol manufacturers. In April 2009, EPA sought public comment on the petition and received about 78,000 comments. The petition was submitted under a Clean Air Act provision that allows the EPA to waive the act's prohibition against the sale of a significantly altered fuel if the petitioner shows that the new fuel will not cause or contribute to the failure of the engine parts that ensure compliance with the act's emissions limits. Soundings Trade Only will update this story after the EPA's 1:30 p.m. press conference on the issue.
by Nina P. Anastasio
The Environmental Protection Agency today waived a limitation on selling fuel that is more than 10 percent ethanol for model-year 2007 and newer cars and light trucks. The waiver applies to fuel that contains as much as 15 percent ethanol, known as E15. The decision excludes marine engines and other non-road engines, such as those on snowmobiles, lawn and garden equipment, and other small gasoline-powered engines. "Thorough testing has now shown that E15 does not harm emissions-control equipment in newer cars and light trucks," EPA administrator Lisa P. Jackson said in a statement. "Wherever sound science and the law support steps to allow more home-grown fuels in America's vehicles, this administration takes those steps." A decision on the use of E15 in model-year 2001 to 2006 vehicles will be made after the EPA receives the results of additional testing that is expected to be completed in November. However, no waiver will be granted this year for E15 use in model-year 2000 and older cars and light trucks - or in any motorcycles, heavy-duty vehicles or non-road engines - because there are no test data to support such a waiver.
Additionally, steps are being taken to help consumers easily identify the correct fuel for their vehicles and equipment. The EPA is proposing E15 pump-labeling requirements, including a requirement that the fuel industry specify the ethanol content of gasoline sold to retailers. An E15 petition was submitted in March 2009 to EPA by Growth Energy and 54 ethanol manufacturers. In April 2009, EPA sought public comment on the petition and received about 78,000 comments. The petition was submitted under a Clean Air Act provision that allows the EPA to waive the act's prohibition against the sale of a significantly altered fuel if the petitioner shows that the new fuel will not cause or contribute to the failure of the engine parts that ensure compliance with the act's emissions limits. Soundings Trade Only will update this story after the EPA's 1:30 p.m. press conference on the issue.
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