Maryland congressman seeks to suspend federal gas tax to help "families and truckers"
Harris proposed suspending federal gas and diesel taxes after previously criticizing a similar proposal.
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Rep. Andy Harris introduced a bill to suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes through the end of 2026, saying it would provide relief amid high fuel prices. The proposal marks a change from his opposition to a similar suspension in 2022.
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Andy Harris
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Introduced a bill to temporarily suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes.
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Supported suspending the federal gas tax in May.
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