Governor Kemp Suspends Georgia's Gas Tax for 30 Days Amid Global Market Volatility
Governor Brian Kemp has declared a state of emergency and temporarily suspended Georgia's gasoline tax for 30 days, effective 12:01 AM Tuesday. This action was taken in response to global market volatility, aiming to provide financial relief to Georgians at the pump. The order also includes a temporary pause on weight limits for commercial vehicles, which Governor Kemp stated would help reduce costs associated with everyday goods, such as groceries. Georgia's motor fuel excise tax is currently 33.3 cents per gallon for gasoline and 37.3 cents per gallon for diesel. The average price for regular unleaded gas in the state is $4.17 a gallon, compared to the national average of $4.42, according to GasBuddy.com. Governor Kemp emphasized that this measure is part of ongoing efforts to assist hardworking Georgians and small businesses through challenging economic times.
