President Calls for Year-Round E15 Approval

Ethanol industry groups applaud the president's support for expanded biofuel access.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 3:31pm

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During a stop in Des Moines, Iowa, President Trump called on Congress to quickly send him a bill approving year-round E15 sales, which he said he would sign into law without delay. The Renewable Fuels Association and Iowa Corn Growers Association both praised the president's stance, stating he understands the importance of opening new market opportunities for grain-based ethanol to boost the farm economy.

Why it matters

Allowing year-round E15 sales has been a longstanding priority for the U.S. corn and ethanol industries, who view expanded biofuel access as crucial to supporting farmers and rural communities. The president's vocal support for the legislation could help spur Congressional action on the issue.

The details

President Trump made the call for year-round E15 approval during a stop in Des Moines, Iowa. The Renewable Fuels Association and Iowa Corn Growers Association both praised the president's stance, stating he recognizes the positive economic impacts that expanded ethanol sales would have for corn growers and the broader agricultural sector.

  • President Trump made the comments during a stop in Des Moines, Iowa on January 29, 2026.

The players

Renewable Fuels Association

A trade association representing the U.S. ethanol industry.

Geoff Cooper

President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association.

Iowa Corn Growers Association

A trade group representing Iowa corn farmers.

Steve Kuiper

President of the Iowa Corn Growers Association.

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What they’re saying

“The quickest and surest way to boost the farm economy is to open a vast new market opportunity for grain-based ethanol.”

— Geoff Cooper, President and CEO, Renewable Fuels Association (NAFB.com)

“He recognizes the weight this legislation holds to us as corn growers. A recent study by Iowa Corn and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association shared the positive effects year-round E15 would have on corn growers.”

— Steve Kuiper, President, Iowa Corn Growers Association (NAFB.com)

What’s next

Congress will now work to draft and pass legislation approving year-round E15 sales, which President Trump has pledged to sign into law.

The takeaway

The president's vocal support for expanding access to E15 ethanol blends could provide crucial momentum for Congressional action on an issue that has long been a priority for the U.S. corn and biofuels industries.