A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Gas Prices Relief Act of 2025," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a gasoline tax holiday. It sets the tax rate under section 4081(a)(2)(A)(i) to zero for gasoline sold or entered between the date of enactment and January 1, 2026. Additionally, the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund financing rate would not apply during this period. To prevent shortages in specific funds, the Secretary of the Treasury would transfer money from the general fund to the Highway Trust Fund and the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund. The bill's stated policy is to ensure consumers immediately receive the benefits of these tax reductions through price drops from producers and dealers.
Yes· 3 of 17
- Scored +8
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?
The primary purpose of the bill is to reduce gasoline prices through a tax holiday.
- Scored +5
Does this cut taxes for middle-income families?
The gasoline tax holiday provides direct relief to middle-class consumers through lower fuel prices.
- Scored +4
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Lower fuel prices provide significant relief to those with a higher percentage of income spent on transportation.
The opposite
- Scored -2
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
Lower gasoline prices may reduce the incentive for fuel efficiency and increase consumption.
- Scored -2
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill bypasses the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund financing rate, potentially impacting environmental oversight funds.
- Scored -1
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
The bill requires transfers from the general fund to replenish trust funds, which may impact fiscal balances.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Tax Rate Reduction: The bill sets the tax rate under section 4081(a)(2)(A)(i) to zero for gasoline removed, entered, or sold starting from the date of enactment until January 1, 2026 (Section 2(a)(1)). This is intended to provide relief regarding gas prices.
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Consumer Price Relief: It is the stated policy of Congress that consumers should immediately receive the benefit of reduced taxes through lower transportation motor fuel prices (Section 2(c)(1)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Specific Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not explicitly list negative consequences 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 households on low incomes be better off under this? — Lower fuel prices provide significant relief to those with a higher percentage of income spent on transportation. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Lower fuel prices increase disposable income for middle-class households. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural residents often have higher fuel consumption due to longer travel distances. Would farmers be better off under this? — Lower fuel costs can significantly reduce input and transportation costs for agricultural operations. Would business owners be better off under this? — Lower fuel costs can reduce operating expenses for many businesses. Would billionaires be better off under this? Would high-income households be better off under this? — Fuel savings are positive but represent a smaller percentage of high-income budgets. Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this? Would the very wealthiest people be better off under this?
- Economy And Finance
- Does this cut taxes for middle-income families? — The gasoline tax holiday provides direct relief to middle-class consumers through lower fuel prices. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The bill includes provisions to ensure consumers receive the direct benefit of tax reductions. Is this likely to slow the rise in prices? — Lower fuel costs can exert downward pressure on transportation and consumer prices. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Reducing fuel costs can increase disposable income for consumers, potentially stimulating spending. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The bill requires transfers from the general fund to replenish trust funds, which may impact fiscal balances.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Is this likely to lower the price at the pump? — The primary purpose of the bill is to reduce gasoline prices through a tax holiday. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — The bill includes transfers to the Highway Trust Fund to maintain its solvency during the tax holiday. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill bypasses the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund financing rate, potentially impacting environmental oversight funds. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — Lower gasoline prices may reduce the incentive for fuel efficiency and increase consumption.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Reducing fuel costs provides marginal relief to low-income households.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill empowers the Secretary of the Treasury to use authorities to ensure price benefits are passed to consumers.
- 6/5/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Kim SchrierDemocrat · Washington