Tax Rebates

I am happy to receive the large rebate next July, but am wondering HOW is that going to help the economy NOW when we need it the most?! I am not complaining about the cash and can't wait for my check to come, but just don't understand why they feel that this is going to fix everything? My idea would be to drop all the taxes on fuel and do what they can to LOWER the price on oil. When the price of fuel comes down, surely it would lower the price of everything else and reverse the damage that has been done due to higher oil prices. Isn't that the problem? People can't afford the high utility & gas rates, as well as the higher prices at the grocery store? Why not fix the part that is broke instead of saying we will give you all money in SIX months??? Opinions, please!