Georgia governor suspends gas tax for 30 days

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Sept, 18:13 · Archive

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp suspended the state's gas tax for 30 days and declared a state of emergency.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has suspended the state's gas tax for 30 days and declared a state of emergency due to what he called 'global market volatility'. The move is intended to help citizens cope with higher fuel prices.

How it is being reported

• Republican Governor declares state of emergency over sky-high gas prices as he suspends state's fuel tax ahead of midterm electionsA Republican governor and longtime rival of Donald Trump has announced a state of emergency to help citizens pay for higher prices at the pump.Daily Mail · 29 Sept, 16:36
• Kemp suspends Georgia's gas tax, declares state of emergencyGeorgia Gov. Brian Kemp is suspending the state's gas tax for 30 days, while declaring a state of emergency due to "global market volatility."UPI · 29 Sept, 09:26

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