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HB 898

An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in weights and measures, providing for automotive fuel and diesel fuel tax transparency; and imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marc Anderson and 5 co-sponsors

HB 898 requires Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture to implement transparency measures for automotive and diesel fuel taxes to clarify tax structures for consumers and businesses.

Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
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Bill Summary · HB 898

Legislative bill overview

HB 898 modifies Pennsylvania's agriculture code to establish new transparency requirements for automotive and diesel fuel taxes. The bill assigns the Department of Agriculture responsibilities for implementing and enforcing these transparency measures, though the specific mechanisms and requirements are not detailed in the bill summary provided.

Why is this important

Fuel taxes significantly impact consumer prices at the pump and operational costs for farmers, truckers, and businesses. Greater transparency in how these taxes are calculated and applied could help stakeholders understand fuel pricing structures and advocate for tax policy changes that affect their industries.

Potential points of contention

  • Department capacity and scope: Assigning tax transparency duties to the Department of Agriculture rather than traditional tax or revenue agencies raises questions about whether the department has appropriate expertise and resources
  • Specificity of requirements: Without clarity on what "transparency" entails (public databases, reporting frequency, breakdown methodology), implementation could vary widely or be disputed
  • Tax policy authority: Transparency requirements might imply criticism of existing tax structures, potentially creating friction with the Department of Revenue or legislative budget committees that oversee fuel taxation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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