Lawmakers float gas-tax break, commuter deduction to ease pressure of high prices at the pump

With gas and diesel prices still elevated amid supply disruptions tied to the war with Iran, lawmakers in Congress are rolling out proposals aimed at easing the sting for household budgets. This month, House lawmakers introduced several bills that address the issue in different ways: by temporarily suspending federal gasoline and diesel taxes, restricting diesel exports or allowing workers to deduct thousands of dollars in commuting expenses from their taxable income. The new proposals come as affordability remains a major issue ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections.