Enacts the "gas tax holiday act"; provides that from the first of the month after the effective date of the section until December 31, 2027 the taxes imposed on retail sales of fuel gas, motor fuel and diesel motor fuel shall be exempt from certain taxes.

New York Assembly Bill A11438, introduced on May 15, 2026, proposes a "gas tax holiday" from the first of the month after its enactment until December 31, 2027. During this period, taxes on retail sales of fuel gas, motor fuel, and diesel motor fuel would be exempt from certain taxes. ([nysenate.gov](https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A11438?utm_source=openai))

While specific media coverage on this bill is limited, the concept of a gas tax holiday has been discussed nationally. For instance, a federal gas tax holiday was proposed amid rising gasoline prices, with potential savings of 9%-14% for consumers. However, such measures also risk significantly reducing government revenue, which could impact infrastructure funding. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/2026/05/05/gas-tax-holiday-prices-impact?utm_source=openai))

The bill has not garnered significant media attention, and no major negative reactions have been reported. However, similar federal proposals have faced criticism for potentially undermining infrastructure funding and offering limited relief to consumers. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/2026/05/05/gas-tax-holiday-prices-impact?utm_source=openai))