On December 7, at the request of Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX.), President Trump met with a group of Senators to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program and possible reforms. Those in attendance were largely Senators from states with oil interests (particularly states with merchant refiner interests), as well as EPA Administrator Pruitt, Agriculture Secretary Perdue, and Energy Secretary Perry.

Refiners have opposed the RFS and have raised concerns with high RIN prices. Statements from those attending the meeting indicated that President Trump expressed a desire to help refiners, but also wants to protect the interests of farmers and remains committed to the RFS. Sen. Cruz indicated that there will be ongoing discussion, including reconvening with President Trump next week to discuss potential solutions.