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Pay Less at the Pump Act Cuts Fuel Tax

Officially: Pay Less at the Pump Act

The Pay Less at the Pump Act removes a 9.7 cents per gallon tax on oil. Affects drivers by lowering gas prices and impacts environmental cleanup funding.

Where it stands

Sitting in Senate Committee

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

Repeal of Superfund tax: Eliminates the 9.7 cents per gallon tax on crude oil and petroleum products.
Effective date: Takes effect January 1 following enactment.

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This bill is sitting in committee with no scheduled vote — which means a small number of constituent messages can decide whether it moves forward or quietly dies.

The debate

What people are saying about this bill

✓Arguments in support

Lower Fuel Costs: Supporters argue that eliminating the tax will directly reduce gasoline prices, providing immediate financial relief to consumers.
Eases Inflation Pressures: By reducing fuel costs, the bill aims to alleviate some of the inflationary pressures that have been impacting working families.
Boosts Energy Production: Removing the tax is seen as a way to encourage more domestic energy production by reducing financial barriers for oil producers.

✕Arguments against

Revenue Shortfall for Cleanups: Critics are concerned that eliminating the tax will create a funding gap for the Superfund, delaying important environmental cleanups.
Benefits Oil Industry: Opponents argue that the savings from the tax repeal may not fully pass to consumers and could instead increase profits for oil companies.
Environmental Concerns: The bill is seen as undermining efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources, potentially exacerbating environmental issues.

Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in Senate

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Senate Committee

Under Senate committee consideration

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Senate Floor Vote

Voted on by Senate

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Passed Senate

Approved by Senate

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House Review

Sent to House for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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Pay Less at the Pump Act Cuts Fuel Tax

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