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The implications of these policies extend far beyond the gas station. For Seattle residents, the elevated fuel costs coincide with other inflated expenses such as housing, transportation, and even food. For instance, Uber rides—often used as an alternative to driving—cost upwards of $60 to $70 for just a few miles, largely due to the combination of minimal wages mandated by minimum wage laws, rising fuel prices, and additional transportation taxes.