In the near future, I plan to introduce legislation to establish a six‑month state gas and diesel tax holiday beginning June 1, 2026, which would require fuel retailers to reduce pump prices by the full amount of the suspended state fuel tax.

Pennsylvania currently imposes one of the highest fuel tax burdens in the United States, with motorists paying 57.6 cents per gallon in state gasoline taxes, which is third highest nationwide, and 74.1 cents per gallon on diesel. Combined with the federal gasoline tax, Pennsylvanians pay nearly 76 cents per gallon in total taxes at the pump, placing a significant burden on families, commuters, and small businesses throughout the Commonwealth. These high fuel costs compound the financial strain residents already face due to inflation and the ongoing cost‑of‑living increases seen across the Commonwealth.

My legislation would suspend the state-imposed portions of both gasoline and diesel taxes for a six‑month period and will require retailers to pass the full benefit directly to consumers through immediate price reductions. For the average Pennsylvania driver, this temporary relief will translate into meaningful monthly savings, where money that was going towards gasoline and diesel can instead go toward groceries, childcare, housing, and other necessities. With millions of vehicles on the road each day, this measure will provide broad, direct, and immediate economic support to households across the Commonwealth without requiring any action from consumers.

By offering this temporary tax holiday, we can help ease the financial burden on Pennsylvania families in these difficult times. This practical proposal ensures that relief reaches residents at the pump, which will provide desperately needed relief to residents across Pennsylvania.

I hope you will consider co‑sponsoring this important legislation to make life more affordable for Pennsylvanians.