Fuel shortage impacting agriculture in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas: FMCSA
On Monday, the United States Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reported there are widespread fuel shortages. They claim it's impacting agricultural operations and therefore, the national food supply. The shortage could eventually threaten to human life, public safety, or public welfare.
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The declaration addresses the need for motor fuels like diesel, gasoline, and gasoline blends in those three states. The three impacted states are listed due to their agricultural role in America, and it's coming at the heels of planting season.
The ability to get fuel where it is needed, when it is needed — especially in the face of shortages — is of utmost importance. We must have the backs of those haulers who are trying to meet those demands. The Biden Administration failed to provide this relief at the regional level. This time, leaders are rightly thinking of how best to make things better for impacted states.
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen
The declaration will last until June 30 unless it is extended. To read the full declaration, click here.
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