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Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act
2/7/2025, 3:23 PM
Summary of Bill HR 313
Bill 119 HR 313, also known as the Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to repeal the tax on natural gas.
The bill aims to eliminate the tax on natural gas, which is currently imposed at the federal level. Proponents of the bill argue that the tax on natural gas is burdensome and hinders economic growth. They believe that by repealing this tax, it will stimulate the natural gas industry and create more jobs.
Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the tax on natural gas is necessary to fund important government programs and services. They are concerned that repealing the tax could lead to a loss of revenue for the government and potentially impact funding for critical programs. Overall, the Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. It remains to be seen whether the bill will ultimately be passed into law.
The bill aims to eliminate the tax on natural gas, which is currently imposed at the federal level. Proponents of the bill argue that the tax on natural gas is burdensome and hinders economic growth. They believe that by repealing this tax, it will stimulate the natural gas industry and create more jobs.
Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the tax on natural gas is necessary to fund important government programs and services. They are concerned that repealing the tax could lead to a loss of revenue for the government and potentially impact funding for critical programs. Overall, the Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. It remains to be seen whether the bill will ultimately be passed into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 313
Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act
This bill eliminates a program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency that provides support for reducing methane emissions from the oil and gas sector. It also repeals a charge on methane emissions from facilities that contain petroleum and natural gas systems and emit 25,000 metric tons or more of greenhouse gases per year.
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Current Status of Bill HR 313
Bill HR 313 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill HR 313 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HR 313's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 313
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 313
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 313
To repeal the natural gas tax.
To repeal the natural gas tax.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 313
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