WDEF: Georgia gas tax suspension extended to July 14
“I think we have a good governor,” said Catoosa County Chairman Larry Black. “I think he’s fiscally conservative. I think that he’s concerned about the taxpayers and the residents of our entire state. Even though our gas is relatively low compared to other states, I think our governor really cares about the people.”
Georgia Recorder: Georgia governor extends gas tax suspension through mid-July ahead of Memorial Day
Tax relief for Georgia drivers is set to continue at least through the Memorial Day and July 4 travel holidays, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday.
Georgia has among the lowest average gas prices in the nation at about $4.13 for a gallon of regular compared with $4.60 nationwide, according to AAA.
11Alive: Suspension of gas tax in Georgia extended
In a statement, Gov. Kemp said he would "respond to record-high inflation and continuing supply chain issues by empowering Georgians to keep their money in their own pockets while we keep goods flowing."
Tuesday was the day when a gas tax suspension approved by Gov. Brian Kemp in March was scheduled to expire. But last week, he extended the tax break for Georgia’s drivers.
It now ends on July 14. Many people were glad to hear about the extension, which shaves off 29 cents from each gallon of gas.
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