Waxman-Markey's Effect on Gas Prices in Your State

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Waxman-Markey's Effect on Gas Prices in Your State

August 28, 2009 1 min read

Authors: Nicolas Loris and Ben Lieberman

The Waxman-Markey energy bill, which would restrict greenhouse gas emissions by creating a cap-and-trade system, was passed by the House in June and will likely be considered by the Senate soon.

If this bill becomes law, gasoline prices would increase significantly in order to meet emissions limits imposed by the legislation. To see specific estimates, hover your mouse over each state below:

For further information, see the following key research papers:

Impact of the Waxman-Markey Climate Change Legislation on the States

Five Things Congress and the President Are Doing to Bring Back Sky-High Gas Prices

Authors

Nicolas Loris
Nicolas Loris

Former Deputy Director, Thomas A. Roe Institute

Ben Lieberman
Ben Lieberman

Former Senior Policy Analyst, Energy and Environment Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies