HCM 2008
gas tax elimination
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Bill overview
This bill asks the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Congress to consider eliminating the federal gas tax on Arizona’s Cleaner Burning Gas, a specialized fuel blend used in Maricopa and Pinal Counties. The bill argues that this fuel is more expensive than standard gasoline due to its specific production requirements and that eliminating the tax would help lower gas prices for Arizona residents. It proposes a temporary suspension of the federal tax from May 1 to September 30, or permanent emergency authority for the EPA to waive the tax on approved blends.
Key provisions
- Requests the EPA to waive the federal gas tax on Arizona’s Cleaner Burning Gas.
- Proposes a temporary suspension of the federal gas tax from May 1 to September 30.
- Seeks permanent emergency authority for the EPA to waive the tax on approved blends.
- Specifically targets the Cleaner Burning Gas blend sold in Maricopa and Pinal Counties.
Who is affected
- Residents of Arizona
- Arizona gasoline consumers
- The United States Environmental Protection Agency
- Congress of the United States
- Arizona fuel producers
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to alter the federal tax structure applied to Arizona’s Cleaner Burning Gas.
- It proposes a mechanism for the EPA to override federal tax rules based on air quality needs.
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