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Senators Consider Diesel Export Ban as Prices Hit Records

By Drooid · Sep 22, 2026, 2:46 AM UTC · How we work

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Senate Pushes Diesel Ban

Grassley urged President Donald Trump to impose a diesel export embargo to protect farmers.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he is “open” to a diesel export ban.
Rep. Tim Burchett introduced a bill banning diesel exports through January 2027.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum warned a ban could hurt Americans and trigger foreign retaliation.
American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers said bans would tighten supplies, raise prices, and weaken U.S. energy security.

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California Diesel Hits Record

California diesel prices hit a record $8.42 per gallon, the nation’s most expensive state.
The national average diesel rose to $6.51 per gallon, up nearly $1 in the past month.
Texas posted the lowest diesel price at $5.97 per gallon, the only state below $6.
GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan said price direction hinges on overseas events, citing Houthi attacks and U.S.-Iran escalations.

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Senate Pushes Diesel Ban

Grassley urged President Donald Trump to impose a diesel export embargo to protect farmers.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he is “open” to a diesel export ban.
Rep. Tim Burchett introduced a bill banning diesel exports through January 2027.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum warned a ban could hurt Americans and trigger foreign retaliation.
American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers said bans would tighten supplies, raise prices, and weaken U.S. energy security.

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