Rebating gasoline taxes

Journal Article · · J. Inst. Socioecon. Stud.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6875899

Barth, M C

A number of gas taxes have been proposed to lower consumption or as a substitute for rationing during a supply disruption. The revenues generated could be distributed to reduce income taxes, for energy-assistance programs, and to fund energy-related programs. Gasoline prices can be set to reflect their true value and still protect the poor by administering a household rebate through the individual income-tax system. Either reduced withholding and estimated taxes or a rebate system for those not employed could function through the existing Internal Revenue Service. Consumers would know the true energy costs of goods and services and would modify their demand accordingly. (DCK)

• Research Organization: ICF, Inc., Washington, DC
• OSTI ID: 6875899
• Journal Information: J. Inst. Socioecon. Stud.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Inst. Socioecon. Stud.; (United States) Vol. 6:1; ISSN JISSD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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DEMAND
ECONOMIC ELASTICITY
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ENERGY DEMAND
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LIQUID FUELS
PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
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