Georgia Gas Tax Reinstatement Follows $200 Million Revenue Loss During Suspension
Georgia has reinstated its 33-cent-per-gallon excise tax on gasoline after a temporary suspension that saved drivers nearly $200 million in May. The suspension, initially approved by Georgia lawmakers from late March through May 19, was extended by Governor Brian Kemp until early June under a state of emergency declaration. This move was aimed at providing financial relief to consumers amid rising fuel prices. The Georgia Department of Revenue reported a significant drop in motor fuel tax collections by $199.6 million, or 99.5%, compared to May 2025. Despite the suspension, overall tax revenues for May were down 12.6% from the previous year, partly due to the effects of Hurricane Helene, which delayed tax filings and shifted collections from April to May. Governor Kemp has called for a special legislative session to retroactively approve his emergency tax suspension. 
