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Expected Impact: A coordinated federal + Kansas state tax holiday could deliver 35–45¢/gallon relief in your state within weeks, putting meaningful money back in Kansas drivers’ pockets (hundreds of dollars annually for typical households). Supply-side moves ensure sustainability. This dual-track approach (federal leadership + state partnership) is realistic, leverages existing authorities, and demonstrates results for Americans where they live—especially in places like Kansas. Ready for your team to brief, schedule calls with Kansas officials, and engage Congress. This delivers fast, targeted help without compromising long-term infrastructure or energy independence.1. Immediate Legislative Push: Federal Gas Tax Holiday (Short-Term Consumer Relief) Direct your team to work with Congress on a temporary suspension of the 18.4¢ federal gasoline excise tax (and 24.4¢ on diesel) for 90–180 days, or until national averages drop below $3.50/gallon.
Impact in Kansas: Combined with state action, this could deliver ~42–43¢/gallon total relief at the pump for Kansas drivers.
Funding offset: Transfer equivalent revenue from the general Treasury to the Highway Trust Fund.
Timeline: Endorse publicly and push for swift passage—bipartisan momentum exists.
2. Coordinated State Gas Tax Relief – Kansas-Specific Opportunity
Action for Kansas: Urge Kansas Governor and Legislature to enact a parallel temporary suspension of the state’s ~25¢/gallon motor fuel tax for the same 90–180-day period. Kansas lawmakers have flexibility via emergency declarations or short-term legislation (similar to proposals floated in other states in 2026). A Republican-led legislature could act quickly with your public support.
How it reaches consumers: Full pass-through to retail prices, monitored via state revenue department guidance.
Offset recommendation: Backfill Kansas transportation funds from state general revenue or reserves to protect road/bridge projects—no long-term harm to infrastructure.
Synergy with Federal Action: Simultaneous federal + Kansas suspension creates additive, highly visible relief (potentially 40+ cents/gallon in Kansas). You could highlight this in calls with the Governor and public statements: “Federal leadership + state partnership = real relief for Kansas families and farmers.”
Precedent: Multiple states have pursued or implemented gas tax holidays in 2026; Kansas can join or lead in the Midwest.
3. Targeted Subsidy / Tax-Break Program (Direct Household Support) Propose a refundable federal gas-tax rebate or energy cost credit ($200–$400 per household, scaled by income/vehicles), claimed via IRS or issued as advance payments/debit cards.
Kansas enhancement: Encourage the state to layer a matching Kansas rebate for residents, using state funds for added impact on local taxpayers.
4. Executive Actions to Boost Supply and Lower Prices (No New Laws Needed) Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases, accelerated federal permitting for drilling/refineries/pipelines, Jones Act waivers, and coordination with allies.
Direct federal agencies to work closely with Kansas on any state-specific energy projects or agricultural fuel needs. So, what do you think.
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