EPA seen announcing E15 and RIN reforms by February

In Washington, Platts reports that the Environmental Protection Agency plans to announce its reform proposals for not just year-round E15 but also for RIN trading reforms by February. The EPA says that if it announces rules by February then the process could be finalized in time for year-round E15 sales to begin by June 1, but even so, the oil industry is expected to challenge the policy in court, delaying its possible implementation. RIN reform proposals will include limiting who can hold and trade RINs to obligated parties.