Detailed Summary

Working Families Gas Tax Credit Act of 2008 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit for up to $500 ($1,000 in the case of a joint return) of the cost of gasoline and diesel used in highway vehicles for a nonbusiness purpose when the increase in the price of a gallon of gasoline exceeds the annual inflation rate by not less than 300%. Phases out the amount of such credit for taxpayers with adjusted gross incomes exceeding $75,000 ($150,000 in the case of a joint return).

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 6/10/2008: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Points in Favor

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Points Against

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