H.R. 10104 proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by eliminating penalties associated with the sale and use of dyed fuel in taxable situations. Dyed fuel is typically used for non-highway purposes and is exempt from certain taxes. This bill would remove the financial penalties that could be imposed on individuals or businesses that sell or use this fuel in ways that are currently deemed taxable.
H.R. 10104 was introduced in the 119th Congress by W. Steube (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Taxation policy area, one of 216 bills in that area we track this Congress.
W. Steube is the sponsor of 22 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10104 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10104 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Taxation is 2.2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 10104 argue that eliminating penalties for the sale and use of dyed fuel will reduce regulatory burdens on businesses and promote economic efficiency. They believe that this change will encourage the use of dyed fuel in appropriate contexts, ultimately benefiting industries such as agriculture and construction that rely on this type of fuel.
Critics of H.R. 10104 express concern that removing penalties for dyed fuel could lead to increased misuse and tax evasion. They argue that this legislation might undermine tax compliance and reduce revenue for essential public services. Some environmental advocates also worry that it could have negative impacts on air quality if dyed fuel is used more broadly inappropriately.
The analysis of H.R. 10104 reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor W. Steube's top donor industries and the subject matter of the bill, which seeks to eliminate penalties for the sale and use of dyed fuel in taxable use. This lack of overlap suggests that there is minimal risk of conflicts of interest arising from the sponsor's financial backers. The absence of significant contributions from industries directly related to fuel or taxation further supports this conclusion. Voters should be aware that while campaign finance can influence legislative priorities, in this case, the data does not indicate any immediate financial incentives that could sway the sponsor's decision-making regarding this bill.
What does H.R. 10104 do?
H.R. 10104 proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by eliminating penalties associated with the sale and use of dyed fuel in taxable situations. Dyed fuel is typically used for non-highway purposes and is exempt from certain taxes. This bill would remove the financial penalties that could be imposed on individuals or businesses that sell or use this fuel in ways that are currently…
Has H.R. 10104 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10104 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10104 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10104 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Taxation is 2.2/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 10104?
H.R. 10104 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on August 27, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10104?
H.R. 10104 was sponsored by W. Steube (Republican).
