States mull suspending gas tax to cut prices. Is yours next?
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Georgia became the first state to temporarily suspend its gas tax on drivers.
Amid soaring fuel costs due to the United States and Israel’s war with Iran, Georgia became the first state to temporarily suspend its gas tax for drivers filling up at the pumps.
But don't expect a mass of other states, led by Republicans or Democrats, to follow suit anytime soon.
At least three other states have pending legislation to reduce or suspend gas taxes, but two aren't moving anywhere.
Prices at the pump have soared more than a dollar since a month ago, according to AAA. On March 23, the national average was at $3.95 a gallon.
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