Bill · H.R. 8266· House(119-HR-8266)
Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 4/14/2026
- Last activity
- 4/14/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Ro Khanna
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026 aims to stop the exportation of gasoline produced in the United States when prices are high. This prohibition begins once the average price for gasoline in the U.S. has been $3.12 per gallon or higher for seven consecutive days. The ban remains in place until the average price drops below $3.12 per gallon for seven consecutive days. The President has the authority to exempt certain exports if they align with the national interest. Additionally, the President can set specific terms and conditions for the prohibition.
Yes· 3 of 16
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?+7
The primary intent of the bill is to lower domestic gas prices by limiting exports during peak price periods.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5
Lower fuel prices provide significant relief for those spending a higher percentage of income on gas.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+5
Rural residents typically have longer commutes and higher fuel dependence.
The opposite
Does this make trade with other countries easier?-6
The bill explicitly restricts trade of U.S. produced gasoline, which contradicts the goal of increasing international trade.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?-3
Banning exports of a critical commodity like gasoline may strain diplomatic relations with trade partners.
Would business owners be better off under this?-2
May negatively impact energy export businesses.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Price Control Mechanism: By prohibiting the exportation of gasoline during periods where the average price is $3.12 per gallon or higher for seven days, the bill seeks to address high gasoline prices. (Section 2(a) and Section 2(d)(1))
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Presidential Flexibility: The President can exempt specific gasoline exports that are determined to be consistent with the national interest and the purposes of the section. (Section 2(b))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Conditional Restrictions: The prohibition on gasoline exports is subject to terms and conditions that the President determines to be appropriate and necessary. (Section 2(c))
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+5Good For Rural Residents+5Good For Middle Class Households+4Good For Farmers+2Good For High Income Households+2Good For Middle Aged+2Good For Retirees+2Good For Seniors+2Good For Students+2Good For Urban Residents+2Good For Young Adults+2Good For Business Owners-2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade-6Improves International Alliances-3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+4Reduces Inflation+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Gas Prices+7
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 4/14/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Introduced in House