These are alerts for the industry
EMA The Energy Marketers of America is continuing to hear from marketers that their federal motor fuel excise tax (FET) claims for credits or refunds are experiencing lengthy delays. These include claims by…
NACS - NACS, trade groups see priority for convenience and fuel retailers after health-care professionals get shots. NACS joined with three other industry trade groups to seek second priority for employees of essential…
On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Governor Tim Walz announced a dialing back of public activities in response to the growing numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in Minnesota. The Governor issued Executive…
MPCA has about $125,000 in total grant funding available for projects that aim to reduce emissions of high global warming potential greenhouse gas refrigerants, such as Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants, from grocery, convenience store,…
To make it easier for Minnesotans on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program to purchase groceries via curbside pickup or delivery, the Minnesota Department of Human Services, in partnership with the Minnesota…
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR) announced that the Department made the decision to grant an additional eight permits, licenses, and approvals for the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline replacement project. The MNDNR considered…
EMA & FUELS INSTITUTE The Fuel Institute released a new study recently that provides an overview and analysis of U.S. and global environmental initiatives to reduce emissions from the transportation sector. As governments…
January 6, 2021 is the deadline for employers to have completed the required FMCSA Clearinghouse annual limited queries on their current CDL drivers. This process of running limited queries can be done by the…
We are excited to announce the launch of the MPM Bob Krogman Memorial Scholarship. Earlier this year, Bob Krogman, former Executive Director of Minnesota Petroleum Marketers Association, passed away. We have received numerous requests and suggestions…
EMA Over a five-week timeframe—November 2 through December 4—NACS will bring to life a robust digital experience and curated marketplace, NACS Crack the Code Experience, connecting convenience retail buyers and sellers from around…
EMA Recently, the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA), a member of the Transportation Fairness Alliance (as is Energy Marketers of America), released a new study indicating that a ban on internal combustion engines (ICE)…
EMA The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers of $50,000 or less. The new streamlined application is 2 pages, making it…
HELP FOR MEMBERS TO INVEST IN THEIR BUSINESSES On Thursday, the Minnesota Legislature passed a bill to conform to section 179 expensing, which will provide $208 million in tax relief over the next…
Energy Marketers of America Name Change Reflects Growing Portfolio of Liquid Fuels Industry (MPMA note: Minnesota Petroleum Marketers Association is one of 47 state associations that is an affiliated member of the Energy…
The new Hours of Service Rules go into effect September 29, 2020. What is Changing? 1. Short-haul Exception Expands the short-haul exception to 150 air-miles and allows a 14-hour work shift to take…
The state would be the first in the U.S. to phase out sales of conventional-powered passenger vehicles. California Gov. Gavin Newsom yesterday signed an order to end by 2035 sales of new cars…
MPCA grants are now open to fund installation or repairs on stage 1 vapor recovery systems (vapor recovery) at filling stations across Minnesota. Eligible applicants: Those certified by the MPCA as underground storage tank…
MPCA has grant monies available from the VW Settlement to install direct current, fast charging stations for electric vehicles in designated corridors along highways and interstates in Greater, Rural Minnesota. Application deadline: November…
PMAA Wednesday, September 2, 2020 – This is a REVISED version of the IRS Employer Guidance on the Temporary Deferral of Federal Payroll Tax. The IRS has issued guidance for employers who wish…
Related to the new face covering requirements, a Business is required to: 1) Inclusion of face coverings requirements in businesses’ COVID-19 Preparedness Plans. All businesses must update their COVID-19 Preparedness Plan to include the face…