| WABE: Kemp suspends Georgia gas taxes through mid-September
Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday signed an executive order extending the suspension for a third time. The order also suspends the state sales tax on train locomotive fuel. “We can’t fix everything Washington has broken, but we’re doing our part to combat the economic headwinds caused by the President’s failed policies,” Kemp said in a statement. Morgan Citizen: Kemp extends suspension of state gasoline sales tax for third time Kemp issued two executive orders, one extending the sales tax suspension and the other renewing the governor’s state of emergency declaration related to supply chain disruptions. “I, along with the strong and dedicated leaders of the Georgia General Assembly, will continue to fight for our fellow Georgians and do all we can to ease the financial burdens they’re facing through no fault of their own,” Kemp said. Land Line: Georgia governor again extends fuel tax holiday Kemp said earlier this year that the state is in a good position to provide a tax break because of a $3.7 billion budget surplus through fiscal year 2021. “Because we suspended the motor fuel tax, the cost of a regular gallon of gas in Georgia has consistently been one of the lowest in the nation,” Kemp said in a news release. “Because of our innovative approach to trade and logistics, the Georgia Ports Authority has experienced yet another record-breaking year, in spite of the ongoing supply chain challenges.” Georgia’s average gas price is about 45 cents below the national average for a gallon of regular gas, according to AAA. WGXA: Governor Kemp extends Georgia's gas tax suspension Fox 5: Kemp extends Georgia's suspension on gas taxes through mid-September Washington Times: Kemp suspends Georgia gas taxes through mid-September Original source found here. |
