Congressman Harris Introduces Legislation to Suspend Federal Gas Tax

September 15, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), introduced legislation to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax, delivering immediate relief to American drivers and truckers ahead of the midterm elections. Statement from Congressman Harris: “Families and truckers need some immediate relief from the high cost of fuel to drive to work or haul goods across this country. It’s time right now to temporarily suspend the federal gas and diesel tax until the end of the year. Hardworking  American taxpayers deserve that break.” The federal gas tax currently stands at 18.4 cents per gallon for gasoline and 24.4 cents per gallon for diesel. Congressman Harris’ bill would suspend these taxes through the end of the year, lowering costs at the pump for families, small businesses, and the trucking industry that keeps America’s supply chains moving. To read the full bill text, please click here . For media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov Issues : Economy