(WHTM)– Pennsylvanians are feeling the burden of rising gas prices across the Commonwealth, and one Pennsylvania lawmaker says they are trying to help.
State Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie) introduced legislation that would prevent same-day gas price increases in Pennsylvania. The bill is aimed at helping provide relief to consumers by stopping companies from “gas price gouging.”
The legislation, House Bill 2283, was officially introduced on Tuesday and has garnered 16 co-sponsors, according to Rep. Bizzarro.
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“Too many oil companies are participating in price gouging and exploiting instability in the Middle East, and it’s having a real impact here at home. While their profits grow year after year, Pennsylvanians are feeling the pinch on their wallets. These are unconscionable practices that need to be reined in,” Bizzarro said. “At a time of global instability, we cannot allow sudden, unchecked price hikes at the pump to hit drivers without warning.”
The bill, according to Rep. Bizzarro, would prevent price increases within 24 hours of a prior increase, outlaw increases during emergencies, and “empower” Attorney General Dave Sunday to investigate and prosecute gas price gouging.
“Pennsylvanians are already stretched thin trying to afford groceries, rent, and necessities, and now rising gas prices driven by the war in Iran are making it even harder to get by. When fuel costs spike, it drives up the cost of everything, putting more pressure on people who are already struggling,” Bizzarro said. “Putting guardrails in place that can help slow or limit increases can provide real, immediate relief and help families pay for everyday expenses.”
Gas price gouging is when retailers or suppliers raise fuel prices to excessive levels during a market disruption or emergency.
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