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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 8670

Stop Oil Exports to Lower Gas Prices Act

Rep. Sherman Introduces Stop Oil Exports to Lower Gas Prices Act Amid Iran Conflict

This bill was recently introduced and is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been scheduled for a vote. There is no companion bill at this time.

Legislative Progress

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Unlikely to pass

Export bans are controversial and often face pushback from both the energy industry and leaders who worry about global trade deals.

Key Points

Energy EnvironmentNational Security Foreign PolicyEconomy Finance

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

Small businesses that depend on fuel, like trucking companies, delivery services, and agriculture operations, could benefit from lower domestic fuel prices if the export ban increases domestic supply. However, small oil and gas producers that rely on export markets could see their revenues drop significantly, since they would lose access to higher-priced international buyers.

the export of crude oil, gasoline, and diesel fuel shall be prohibited during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this subsection
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State Impacts

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

Milestones

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May 7, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

May 7, 2026

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.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Stop Oil Exports to Lower Gas Prices Act

Bill NumberHR 8670
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Sponsor

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