Every time you fill up your tank, a small portion of what you pay goes to the federal gas tax, funding crucial infrastructure projects. But right now, there's a big debate about whether to pause this tax, and it could impact more than just your next trip to the pump.
The federal gas tax is trending because high fuel prices have made it a hot political topic, with calls to suspend it.
With average gas prices recently hitting over $5 per gallon in some areas, politicians are looking for ways to offer relief.