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BillHR 8519 · 119

To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to waive Reid Vapor Pressure requirements with respect to calendar year 2026, and for other purposes.

Introduced
Apr 27, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 27, 2026

Bill Summary

Waives certain environmental rules related to gasoline vapor pressure for the year 2026. This waiver affects the Reid Vapor Pressure requirements that gasoline refiners must follow.

Sponsored By

Brian J. Mast
Republican · Florida · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 27, 2026
  2. Apr 27, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects gasoline refiners and consumers, as it potentially changes the formulation and cost of gasoline in 2026. Refiners may see reduced regulatory costs, while consumers may experience varying effects on gasoline prices and availability.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeEnergy and Commerce Committee
IntroducedApr 27, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 27, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.