Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) has announced his proposal for immediately reducing the impact of rising gas prices. Rep Blumenauer’s bill will have the federal government invest in communities, transportation choices, and affordable location-efficient housing. “Gas prices have shot up by more than a dollar a gallon in the last few months,” said Congressman Blumenauer. “As much as we all want a simple solution to the complex energy puzzle, there is no silver bullet. One thing we can do now is give people more choices. My proposal includes everything from offering a tax credit for carpooling to helping transit agencies cope with rising fuel prices and demand by funding fare subsidies, service improvements, fuel purchases, and technology assistance. These are short term actions that will immediately provide relief from rising energy costs.” To read more about the bill, click here. Blumenauer is a longtime advocate and supporter of bicycling.

Source: American Bicyclist