Seems there is a credit you can receive for commuting by bicycle. Sounds as if you have to get your employer involved to make it happen but it may get you a few bucks every now and then. The article has links to more information. Tax Credit for Bicycle Commuting
They have a similar program going on in the UK, but the credit is towards the purchase of a bike. I think you can actually get your bike for about 1/2 off, or something along those lines. It's called the Green Transport Plan.
It looks like it is a federal program the employer has to get involved with. Here is a link to how it works. League of American Bicyclists * News
Unfortunately, I know my employer -- not a chance they'd go for it, too much work for too little return.
Mine might, there are a lot of cyclist that work for restaurants. Any body try this and have it work out?