Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp extended a suspension of the state’s gas tax for another 30 days on Friday, an executive order from his office showed.
Kemp suspended Georgia’s 31.2 cents-per-gallon tax on gasoline and 35 cents-per-gallon tax on diesel in September after declaring a state of emergency over high inflation in the state.
According to the press release, the new executive order extends the state of emergency until November 11, 2023.
“We’re taking action at the state level to deliver relief to hardworking Georgians fighting through Bidenflation, soaring interest rates, and sky-high prices due to Bidenomics,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “Our state’s average gas price is now roughly 40 cents less than it was last month. With our partners in the General Assembly, we’ll keep working to put money back in the pockets of Georgia families.”
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“I support the Governor’s decision to provide financial relief to Georgians, while the White House and Congress continue to fall short on providing solutions during uncertain economic times,” said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. “I’m proud that here in Georgia, we have a record of always putting hardworking families first.”
According to AAA, the average cost of a gallon of regular gas in Georgia is currently $3.18, one of the lowest in the country.
“Governor Kemp’s proactive leadership is protecting our economy and providing relief to hardworking Georgians and their families,” Republican state House Speaker Jon Burns wrote in the press release. “While Washington does nothing, Georgia will continue to protect residents and visitors alike from crippling pain at the pump.’’
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