Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bill to Immediately Lower Gas Prices

April 29, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), introduced the Gas Prices Relief Act , legislation to help lower gas prices through the end of the year as they continue to climb due to President Trump’s reckless war in Iran. The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 would suspend the federal gas tax to cut nearly 20 cents per gallon for the rest of the year, ensuring temporary relief lasts long enough for gas prices to come back down permanently. Congresswoman Schrier is joined in introducing this legislation by Congressman Josh Harder (CA-09). “At a time when President Trump’s Middle East war is skyrocketing gas prices and making life even more unaffordable, Congress needs to do all it can to bring down costs for American families,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “Washingtonians need immediate relief, and cannot wait until the war ends to see gas prices fall. I am proud to introduce this much-needed bill to bring immediate relief, and I will continue to be laser-focused on lowering the cost of living.” “Valley commuters are facing a runaway rollercoaster of prices at the pump that have been out of control for weeks, and our families need some immediate relief,” said Congressman Harder. “$100 just to fill up your tank is unacceptable - we need the war in Iran to end, but we can’t wait months for prices to come down. That’s why I’m pushing to suspend the federal gas tax and lower gas prices right now.” Two months after the start of the war, gas prices continue to rise: Nationwide, gas prices have risen to over a dollar per gallon since the war in Iran began. Washington state gas prices passed the $5.50 mark this spring , while Seattle-area prices are the highest they’ve ever been on average. Issues : Congress Economy