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WebProNewsMar 27, 2026Trade Press

The 67-Cent Question: Why Washington Is Fighting Over Mileage Rates for America’s Gig Drivers

Senator Ron Wyden is urging the IRS to increase the standard mileage rate to better reflect costs for gig economy drivers.

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Senator Ron Wyden is urging the IRS to increase the 67-cent standard mileage deduction, arguing it fails to cover the actual costs of maintenance and depreciation for gig economy drivers.

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