The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 temporarily eliminates the federal excise tax on gasoline for fuel sold between the date of enactment and January 1, 2027. To maintain funding for highway and environmental projects, the Treasury Department will transfer money from the general fund to replace the lost tax revenue. The bill also directs the Treasury to enforce measures ensuring that fuel producers and dealers pass these tax savings directly to consumers through lower prices.
The Build America, Buy America Compliance Act requires federal agencies to submit annual reports detailing how they are implementing rules that prioritize using domestically produced materials for taxpayer-funded infrastructure projects. These reports must list all relevant programs, identify which ones fully comply with domestic sourcing requirements, and outline specific timelines for fixing any gaps or replacing broad waivers with more targeted exceptions. The legislation also mandates that all waivers granted for using foreign materials be made publicly available on a dedicated government website to increase transparency. Ultimately, the bill aims to ensure that federal spending on infrastructure supports American manufacturing and workers by closing loopholes that previously allowed the use of imported goods.
This bill directs the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to conduct a study on the safety risks and health hazards posed by flammable materials inside motor vehicles. The investigation will examine current chemicals and technologies used to meet existing safety standards, with a specific focus on how they affect vulnerable groups like children, pregnant women, and the elderly. Additionally, the study will analyze methods to reduce these risks and may involve coordination with the EPA and the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Once completed, the agency must publish a report of its findings within 30 months of the bill's enactment.
This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to evaluate how well the Transportation Security Administration follows non-discrimination rules during passenger screenings. The report, due within 90 days of enactment and then every year, will be sent to specific congressional committees to highlight any areas needing improvement. It directly affects the TSA by mandating regular oversight of its security practices to ensure they do not discriminate against travelers. The legislation aims to increase transparency and accountability without changing the actual security procedures themselves.
This bill establishes a new funding mechanism to support affordable housing and small businesses near public transit stations by creating special accounts within Community Development Financial Institutions. It allows these institutions to receive secured federal loans, which must then be used to fund affordable projects in low-income areas within a half-mile of transit facilities. The legislation sets specific rules for these accounts, including loan limits of up to 80 percent of project costs and a requirement that repayments be reinvested to create a revolving fund for future projects. Additionally, the bill adjusts existing federal credit programs to accommodate these new accounts and requires coordination with the Treasury Department to manage credit assessments.
The Diesel Prices Relief Act of 2026 eliminates the federal excise tax on diesel fuel for a period ending on January 1, 2027, directly affecting drivers and businesses that use diesel. To offset the lost revenue, the bill requires the Treasury Secretary to transfer money from the general fund to the Highway Trust Fund and the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund. The legislation also mandates that fuel producers and dealers pass these savings immediately to consumers and gives the Treasury authority to enforce this requirement.
This bill allows states to charge fees to boat owners when issuing vessel registration numbers. The collected funds can be used for specific purposes such as search and rescue, boater safety programs, and efforts to control aquatic invasive species. States are permitted to collect these fees alongside other standard registration charges. The legislation also restricts how the money can be spent, ensuring it is only used for activities that directly benefit recreational boating and waterway safety.
This House resolution expresses the official sense of the House of Representatives to eliminate all roadway fatalities in the United States by the year 2050. It directly addresses the Department of Transportation and Congress by urging them to adopt a data-driven safe systems approach that considers all aspects of the transportation environment. The measure calls for improved crash data collection, the implementation of proven safety countermeasures, and a commitment to addressing disparities in traffic safety. Additionally, the resolution supports using the term "crash" instead of "accident" to better describe traffic incidents.
This bill temporarily suspends a portion of the federal fuel excise tax when the national average price of gasoline rises above $3.99 per gallon. Instead of reducing government revenue, the money saved from this tax cut is transferred back into the Highway Trust Fund and the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund. Additionally, the legislation disallows certain tax credits and deductions for oil and gas companies for costs incurred or production occurring during these high-price months. These changes would only take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.
This bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration to equip specific contract air traffic control towers with advanced situational awareness tools within one year of enactment. It mandates the installation of Airborne Position Reference Tools at towers lacking these systems and ensures that towers without Standard Terminal Automation Replacement Systems receive necessary equipment and maintenance support. The legislation also updates funding rules to cover the costs of acquiring and operating these new tools and establishes training programs to help controllers effectively use the technology. Additionally, the bill provides financial reimbursement to airports that have already purchased similar systems before the federal government installs them.
