Andy Harris (R-MD)
To temporarily suspend the imposition of certain fuel taxes.
A Republican bill with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
H.R. 10392 is a bill introduced in the House to temporarily suspend certain fuel taxes. Specifically, it sets the rate of tax on taxable fuel to zero if the fuel is removed, entered, or sold on or after the enactment date and before December 31, 2026. The bill establishes a congressional policy that transportation motor fuels producers and dealers must pass this tax relief on to consumers by lowering their prices. If these producers and dealers fail to lower their prices to reflect the tax reduction, they face monetary penalties at least equal to the unpassed tax reduction amount. Finally, the bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to use all applicable authorities to make sure consumers receive the benefit of the tax reduction.
Yes· 3 of 14
- Scored +8
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?
Temporarily setting certain fuel tax rates to zero directly aims to lower the price at the pump.
- Scored +5
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
Rural residents often drive longer distances and will see greater direct savings from lower fuel prices.
- Scored +5
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The bill protects consumers by penalizing fuel producers and dealers who fail to pass on tax relief.
The opposite
- Scored -3
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
Suspending certain fuel taxes reduces federal revenue.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 1(a) temporarily sets the tax rate to zero for certain taxable fuel removed, entered, or sold before December 31, 2026, which could lower fuel costs for the people.
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Section 1(b)(1)(A) and Section 1(b)(1)(B) state that it is the policy of Congress for consumers to immediately receive the benefit of the tax reduction and for motor fuel producers and dealers to reduce fuel prices to reflect this reduction.
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Section 1(b)(1)(C) protects consumers by holding producers and dealers accountable with monetary penalties if they fail to lower their prices to reflect the tax reduction.
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Section 1(b)(2) requires the Secretary of the Treasury to use all applicable authorities to ensure that consumers actually receive the benefit of the tax reduction.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions identifying potential negative impacts, consequences, or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural residents often drive longer distances and will see greater direct savings from lower fuel prices. Would farmers be better off under this? — Farmers rely heavily on fuel for machinery and transport, benefiting directly from the suspension. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Middle-class families experience immediate savings on everyday fuel and transportation costs. Would business owners be better off under this? — Business owners with vehicle fleets or transportation needs benefit from lower fuel expenses. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Reducing fuel taxes helps alleviate everyday transportation expenses for low-income households. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Middle-aged individuals benefit from reduced transportation and commuting fuel costs. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Urban residents benefit indirectly through lower transportation and delivery costs. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Lower fuel prices benefit young adults who frequently commute or drive. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Seniors benefit from lower overall travel and consumer goods transportation costs. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Veterans benefit from lower fuel and transportation costs.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Is this likely to lower the price at the pump? — Temporarily setting certain fuel tax rates to zero directly aims to lower the price at the pump.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The bill protects consumers by penalizing fuel producers and dealers who fail to pass on tax relief. Is this likely to slow the rise in prices? — Lowering fuel prices temporarily helps reduce overall consumer costs. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — Suspending certain fuel taxes reduces federal revenue.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Lower fuel costs provide modest financial relief for low-income households.
- 9/15/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Randy FineRepublican · Florida
Clay HigginsRepublican · Louisiana