Gas tax

Georgia drivers are one step closer to seeing lower prices at the pump. The State Senate has voted to suspend the gas tax, a day after their counterparts in the House sanctioned the move.

House Bill 1199 successfully passed through the Georgia House of Representatives March 18th. The bill would suspend the state’s motor fuel tax for 60 days if it can also pass through the state’s senate.

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Gas prices are expected to jump markedly tomorrow.

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These extensions will help curb gas prices amid inflation rates and an approaching holiday season.

Rising inflation rates and consumer spending costs in Georgia contributed to an increase in sales tax revenue over the last year.

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Georgians won't be paying the state's motor fuel tax, at least through November 11.