What does Preamble of Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to prohibit the exportation of gasoline during periods of high gasoline prices. The bill was introduced by Mr. Khanna and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026.

What does PROHIBITION ON EXPORTATION OF GASOLINE DURING PERIODS OF HIGH of Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026 do?

This section establishes a prohibition on the exportation of gasoline produced in the United States. The President is required to implement this prohibition during periods when the average gasoline price in the United States has been at or above $3.12 per gallon for seven consecutive days. The prohibition ends when the average gasoline price falls below $3.12 per gallon for seven consecutive days. The President may exempt exports from the prohibition if deemed consistent with the national interest and the purposes of this section. The President can also impose terms and conditions on the prohibition as deemed appropriate. “Gasoline” is defined as an article classifiable under subheading 2710.12 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.

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Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/14/2026 · Introduced: 4/14/2026

Author: Ro Khanna (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill prohibits the exportation of gasoline produced in the United States during periods when the average gasoline price has been at or above $3.12 per gallon for seven consecutive days.
The President is authorized to exempt certain exports from the prohibition if deemed consistent with the national interest and the purposes of the bill.
The prohibition on gasoline exportation ends when the average gasoline price falls below $3.12 per gallon for seven consecutive days.

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