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Democrat lawmakers pressure EPA to probe Icahn's biofuels role

Published 06/21/2017, 10:58 AM
© Reuters.  Democrat lawmakers pressure EPA to probe Icahn's biofuels role
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  • Democrat U.S. House members ask EPA chief Scott Pruitt to disclose procedures to prevent Carl Icahn from influencing biofuels policy for personal gain.
  • The letter is the latest in a string of requests from Democrats concerned about Icahn's dual role as a special adviser to Pres. Trump on regulation and an 82% shareholder in oil refiner CVR Energy (CVI -0.7%).
  • Icahn has recommended changes in the biofuels program that would reduce costs to CVR and other refining companies.
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