S. 173: Fueling Alternative Transportation with a Carbon Aviation Tax Act of 2025

S. 173 is a federal bill in the 119th Congress. Private jet owners and operators currently pay a lower effective tax rate on fuel compared to what this bill introduces. Starting January 1, 2026, the bill increases the excise tax on fuel used in non-commercial aviation, specifically adding an extra tax… See its sponsors, how members voted, and a plain-English breakdown on PolityLens.