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Tax exemption for fuel used by single-coast commercial vessels.

This act expands the excise tax exemption for alternative motorboat fuels. It means that commercial vessels operating solely along one U.S. coast (Atlantic or Pacific) will be able to purchase fuel without an additional tax. This change could affect maritime transport costs, potentially influencing the prices of goods carried by these vessels.
Key points
Commercial vessels operating exclusively on one U.S. coast (Atlantic or Pacific) will be exempt from excise tax on fuel.
The change takes effect after December 31, 2025, potentially lowering operational costs for some shipping companies.
This could potentially impact the prices of goods transported by sea along the U.S. coasts.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_549
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Process start date: 2025-02-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Maritime Fuel Tax Parity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_549.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Commercial vessels operating exclusively on one U.S. coast (Atlantic or Pacific) will be exempt from excise tax on fuel.
  • The change takes effect after December 31, 2025, potentially lowering operational costs for some shipping companies.
  • This could potentially impact the prices of goods transported by sea along the U.S. coasts.
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 Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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