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AED Commends House Passage of Permanent Year-Round E15 Legislation, Urges Senate to Send Bill to President’s Desk

On May 13, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025, which allows for the sale of year-round E15, a top priority for Associated Equipment Distributors (AED). “On behalf of the companies that supply and service agriculture machinery, AED commends the House of Representatives on passage of...

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AED Promotes Free and Fair Trade Between Ontario and the U.S. During Queen’s Park Advocacy Day

TORONTO – May 13, 2026 – Today at Queen’s Park, Associated Equipment Distributors (AED), the trade association representing the U.S. and Canadian equipment dealers and manufacturers, met with key decision-makers across the Ontario government. The central message was clear and unambiguous: free and fair trade with the United States supports both a strong U.S. economy...

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AED Applauds Farm Bill Passage, Urges Action On Year-Round E15

On April 30, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the 2026 Farm Bill, H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026, a top priority for Associated Equipment Distributors (AED). “The farm economy is the backbone of our nation and equipment dealers are essential partners in ensuring America’s agriculture sector thrives,” said AED’s President & CEO Brian P. McGuire....

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AED’s McGuire Urges Immediate Action On Year-Round E15, Calls Further Delay “Unacceptable”

On April 24, Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) President & CEO Brian P. McGuire, issued the following statement urging the adoption of a bipartisan amendment allowing the year-round sale of E15 fuel to H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (known as the Farm Bill), which is expected to be considered by the House of Representatives...

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2026 Symposium Concludes with Strong Engagement & Practical Takeaways

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) successfully concluded its 2026 Financial/HR Symposium, held April 14–16 in Napa, California, bringing together equipment industry finance and human resources leaders for two days of focused education, collaboration, and peer connection. “Bringing together finance and HR leaders in one setting creates a powerful opportunity to tackle challenges from multiple angles,” said...

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AED Participates in White House Great American Agriculture Celebration

On March 27, Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) joined farmers and ranchers from across the country at the Great American Agriculture Celebration hosted by President Trump at the White House. During the event, President Trump announced several proposals intended to assist the agriculture sector, including new guidance regarding diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) sensors. Additionally, he announced...

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