Trump Orders Temporary Relief From Diesel Tax
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October 15, 2026
On October 5, President Trump signed an executive order that allows for delayed payment of the federal diesel excise tax of $0.244 per gallon and removes federal penalties for using dyed diesel fuel on highways through December 31, 2026. However, the executive order does not preempt state law.
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