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BillHR 8670 · 119

Stop Oil Exports to Lower Gas Prices Act

Introduced
May 7, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 7, 2026

Bill Summary

Prohibits the export of crude oil, gasoline, and diesel fuel during military operations against Iran. Bans these fuel exports to any country during this time.

Sponsored By

Brad Sherman
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 7, 2026
  3. May 7, 2026You Are Here

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

  4. TBD

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

  5. TBD

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

  6. TBD

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

Why It Matters

This bill affects oil and fuel companies, as well as countries that import these products from the US, by restricting their ability to export during military conflicts with Iran. It also impacts the US military and foreign policy by limiting the flow of fuel exports during these conflicts.

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
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeForeign Affairs Committee
IntroducedMay 7, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 7, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Subjects
  • Economy
  • 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.