Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026
Rep. Harder Introduces Gas Prices Relief Act to Suspend Federal Gas Tax Through 2026
The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently introduced and sent to the House Committee on Ways and Means for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
While popular with voters during election years, these bills often struggle to pass because of concerns about the federal budget and long-term highway funding.
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Personal Impact
Small businesses that rely heavily on driving, such as delivery services, landscapers, contractors, and trucking operations, would see lower fuel costs during the tax holiday. For businesses that burn through hundreds or thousands of gallons per month, the 18.4 cent per gallon reduction could meaningfully cut operating expenses in the short term.
State Impacts
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026, introduced by Senators Mark Kelly and Richard Blumenthal, seeks to lower nationwide fuel costs by suspending the 18.4-cent federal tax. The bill includes provisions to backfill the Highway Trust Fund from general federal revenues to protect infrastructure projects.
States consider gas tax holidays as prices near $4 a gallon
The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee as national averages approach $4. The legislation would suspend the federal tax through October, following the lead of states like Georgia that have already enacted temporary pauses on state-level fuel taxes.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026
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