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AZ HCM2008
CM
Status
Engrossed
3/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Julie Willoughby
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AI Summary
- Arizona Legislature urges Congress and the EPA to eliminate the federal gas tax on Arizona's Cleaner Burning Gas sold in Maricopa County and Pinal County from May 1 to September 30 each year
- Arizona's Cleaner Burning Gas is a specialized fuel blend required under EPA-approved State Implementation Plans to meet National Ambient Air Quality Standards under the Clean Air Act
- The memorial argues Arizona's specialized fuel is taxed at the same federal rate as conventional gasoline in other states, despite being more expensive to produce
- Alternative request asks Congress to grant the EPA Administrator emergency authority to waive the federal gas tax on any EPA-approved Arizona gas blend that exceeds conventional gasoline production costs
- Copies of the memorial would be transmitted to the EPA Administrator, U.S. Senate President, House Speaker, and all Arizona members of Congress
Legislative Description
Gas tax elimination
Last Action
Senate read second time
3/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules3/9/2026
Natural Resources3/2/2026
Rules1/22/2026
Natural Resources, Energy & Water1/22/2026
Full Bill Text
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