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Tax Refunds for Dyed Fuels: New Rules for Businesses.

This bill introduces a mechanism for businesses to claim refunds for taxes paid on certain dyed fuels, like diesel or kerosene, that are exempt from tax but for which tax was previously paid. This aims to ease the financial burden on companies using these fuels for tax-exempt purposes.
Key points
Businesses that purchased dyed fuel (diesel, kerosene) and paid tax on it, but the fuel is tax-exempt, can now apply for a refund.
Refunds apply to fuel removed from a terminal 180 days after the law's enactment.
The goal is to reduce costs for businesses using fuels for non-taxable purposes.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2146
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4]
Process start date: 2025-03-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide refunds with respect to certain dyed fuels that are exempt from tax and with respect to which tax was previously paid.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2146.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Businesses that purchased dyed fuel (diesel, kerosene) and paid tax on it, but the fuel is tax-exempt, can now apply for a refund.
  • Refunds apply to fuel removed from a terminal 180 days after the law's enactment.
  • The goal is to reduce costs for businesses using fuels for non-taxable purposes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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