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Brian Kemp suspends Georgia’s gas tax as Iran war squeezes drivers
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution • • business
Key Points:
- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has suspended the state's motor fuel tax for 30 days starting Tuesday to address rising gas prices amid the war with Iran.
- The suspension removes the 33-cent-per-gallon gasoline tax and the approximately 37-cent-per-gallon diesel tax.
- This tax break is expected to reduce state revenue by about $200 million for the month, with funds likely drawn from Georgia’s surplus to cover the shortfall.
- Kemp emphasized the state's ongoing commitment to providing financial relief to residents and small businesses during challenging economic times.
