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SB 1058

An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in liquid fuels and fuels tax, further providing for definitions.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Pat Stefano and 2 co-sponsors

SB 1058 modifies Pennsylvania fuel tax law definitions, potentially affecting how different fuel types are classified and taxed, with implications for state revenue and fuel industry compliance.

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Bill Summary · SB 1058

Legislative bill overview

SB 1058 amends Pennsylvania's vehicle code to modify definitions within the liquid fuels and fuels tax section. The bill has advanced through multiple legislative stages and was referred to the Transportation Committee, suggesting the definitional changes relate to how fuel types or tax categories are classified under state law.

Why is this important

Definitional changes in fuel tax law directly affect which products are taxed at which rates and how fuel retailers must classify their inventory. These modifications can influence fuel pricing for consumers, state revenue collection, and compliance requirements for the fuel industry across Pennsylvania.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of definitional changes: The bill's specific new definitions are not detailed in available summaries, making it unclear whether changes benefit certain fuel types (e.g., ethanol blends, alternative fuels) or narrow existing classifications
  • Revenue implications: Redefining fuel categories could shift tax burdens between fuel types or reduce state liquid fuels tax revenue, affecting transportation funding
  • Industry compliance: Fuel retailers and distributors may face operational changes if definitions alter how products must be labeled, stored, or taxed

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

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