Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick Co-Sponsors H.R. 6787 - The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2022 That Would Suspend the Gas Tax and Lower Costs for Floridians

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement regarding H.R. 6787 – The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2022 which would help lower high gas costs for Florida families by temporarily suspending the 18.4 cent federal gas tax until January 1, 2023:

“The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain bottlenecks incurred by recent Omicron variant surges have had a harmful effect on our nation’s economy, driving up prices at the gas pump and the grocery store. In February, the Consumer Price Index rose 7.5 percent from one year ago, the largest increase in 40 years.

“Even small price increases make a painful dent for families in my district. By suspending the federal gas tax through the end of the year, we will provide Florida families with relief at the gas pump—18 cents per gallon—and to lower shipping costs across the board, which will help keep prices of milk, bread, meat, and other important groceries for families down.

“I am glad to see this legislation to lower gas prices for Floridians is gaining momentum and more support. My constituent’s ion the 20^th Congressional District are feeling the strain of higher gas prices and other rising costs. I look forward to working with the growing coalition to get this over the finish line and deliver relief for Florida families.”

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