Governor Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through November
- A state of emergency keeping the gas tax paused until Monday, November 30, was announced by Governor Brian Kemp.
- Gasoline is taxed at 33.3 cents per gallon and diesel at 37.3 cents per gallon under Georgia's motor fuel excise tax.
- The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Georgia is $3.66, while diesel averages $5.72 per gallon.
A state of emergency keeping the gas tax paused until Monday, November 30, was announced by Governor Brian Kemp. The decision aims to give families traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday relief at the pump amidst global marketing volatility affecting fuel costs.
Gas Tax Suspension Details And Current Fuel Prices
Gasoline is taxed at 33.3 cents per gallon and diesel at 37.3 cents per gallon under Georgia’s motor fuel excise tax. Following the suspension of the state motor fuel tax on September 28, pump prices across the state have tracked well below national averages according to data from AAA.
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The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Georgia is $3.66, while diesel averages $5.72 per gallon. These figures place regular gasoline in the state approximately 63 cents below the national average, with diesel sitting around 61 cents lower than the national average.
Consultations And Legislative Backing
Governor Kemp consulted with Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones and Speaker of the House Jon Burns before issuing the extension. Prior emergency declarations issued by the Governor served as the basis for this executive order, which likewise waived commercial vehicle weight limits and lifted fines for running off-road “dyed” diesel on public roads.
With a major holiday coming up and fuel prices still at high levels, I am proud to take this step to keep more money in Georgians’ pockets. Our commitment to fiscal responsibility and stewarding taxpayer dollars has allowed us to act when needed, whether by suspending the gas tax or returning billions to taxpayers through income tax refunds and property tax relief.
Governor Brian Kemp
Kemp expressed gratitude to partners in the General Assembly for their support and for standing with him to budget conservatively for times such as these.
Holiday Travel Relief And Expiration Date
The extended state of emergency keeps the fuel tax waiver active through Monday, November 30. Motorists traveling across Georgia can expect to continue paying reduced rates until the emergency order expires on that date.