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Wisconsin Rep Optimistic About E15 Fuel Talks Despite Industry Setbacks

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:45 AM

A Wisconsin Republican congressman on the Rural Domestic Energy Council remains hopeful for progress in nationwide E15 fuel negotiations. Rep. Derrick Van Orden says the talks are delicate but believes a deal can be reached despite previous industry disruptions.

Wisconsin Representative Derrick Van Orden, who sits on the Rural Domestic Energy Council, says he remains hopeful about reaching an agreement on E15 fuel despite ongoing complications in the negotiations.

The Third District Republican told Brownfield that while the nationwide E15 discussions are extremely delicate, he maintains optimism that negotiators will reach a successful agreement.

Van Orden explained that many believed the E15 matters had been settled previously, but complications arose when an industry representative disrupted the process. “I’m not going to say who, but somebody threw a, from industry, not […]” he said, declining to provide specific details about the disruption.

The congressman’s comments highlight the ongoing challenges in finalizing E15 fuel policy at the national level, as stakeholders continue working toward a resolution.

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