Overview

• 1 million barrels of gasoline will be sold from the Northeast Gasoline Supply Reserve.
• The gasoline will be distributed in New Jersey and Maine, with deliveries expected by June 30.
• The reserve was established after Superstorm Sandy and will be closed following this release.
• National gas prices currently average $3.60 per gallon, a slight increase from last year.
• The release is designed to provide relief during high-demand summer months and address inflation concerns.