Tim Burchett (R-TN)
Diesel Price Reduction Act of 2026
A Republican bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Diesel Price Reduction Act of 2026. It stops the export of diesel fuel from the United States to any country during specific high-price periods. This export ban kicks in when the average retail price of diesel fuel stays above $5 per gallon for fourteen straight days. The ban finally lifts after the diesel price drops and stays below $4.50 per gallon for thirty straight days.
Yes· 3 of 14
- Scored +6
Would farmers be better off under this?
Farmers rely heavily on diesel fuel for tractors and agricultural transport, making them major beneficiaries of price-reduction policies.
- Scored +6
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?
The bill mandates an export ban on diesel fuel when retail prices exceed $5 per gallon to help lower prices at the pump.
- Scored +5
Is this likely to slow the rise in prices?
By banning diesel exports when prices exceed $5 per gallon, the bill aims to increase domestic supply and lower fuel prices, thereby helping to reduce inflationary pressures.
The opposite
- Scored -5
Does this make trade with other countries easier?
Banning the export of diesel fuel directly interferes with international trade and restricts outgoing shipments during high-price periods.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Keeping more diesel fuel inside the country when prices spike could potentially help lower costs for everyday folks who rely on it, as outlined in section 2(a).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any information about potential negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
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 farmers be better off under this? — Farmers rely heavily on diesel fuel for tractors and agricultural transport, making them major beneficiaries of price-reduction policies. Would business owners be better off under this? — Business owners relying on freight, shipping, and diesel-powered equipment benefit directly from price-reduction measures. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Middle-aged workers and commuters who rely on diesel-powered vehicles or benefit from lower shipping costs will see financial relief. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Middle-class families benefit from lower fuel prices and reduced costs for goods shipped via diesel-powered transport. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Reduced fuel costs can lead to lower prices for everyday goods transported by diesel trucks, helping low-income households. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Lower transportation and goods costs can slightly ease cost-of-living burdens for fixed-income seniors. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Veterans benefit alongside the general public from reduced transportation and fuel costs.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to slow the rise in prices? — By banning diesel exports when prices exceed $5 per gallon, the bill aims to increase domestic supply and lower fuel prices, thereby helping to reduce inflationary pressures. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The bill protects consumers and businesses from excessively high diesel prices by restricting exports during price spikes. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Lowering high diesel prices during periods of inflation could provide some relief to transportation-dependent economic sectors.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Is this likely to lower the price at the pump? — The bill mandates an export ban on diesel fuel when retail prices exceed $5 per gallon to help lower prices at the pump. Does this invest in rural communities? — Lower diesel prices directly benefit rural communities and agricultural operations that rely heavily on heavy machinery and transport.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this make trade with other countries easier? — Banning the export of diesel fuel directly interferes with international trade and restricts outgoing shipments during high-price periods.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill grants the Secretary of Commerce the federal authority to prohibit the export of diesel fuel under specific market conditions.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Lowering diesel fuel prices can reduce overall transportation and goods costs, providing minor financial relief to low-income households.
- 9/16/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Clay FullerRepublican · Georgia