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U.S. Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Suspend Federal Gas Tax
A member of Congress is co-sponsoring legislation to suspend the federal gas tax through October 2026. The proposal follows reported increases in fuel prices linked to U.S. military operations.
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A U.S. lawmaker stated that families are facing higher fuel costs and is co-sponsoring legislation to suspend the 18.4-cent federal gas tax through October 2026. The representative said on social media that prices have risen since the start of U.S. military action involving Iran. The post also noted impacts on small businesses operating with narrow margins.
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