Georgia Governor Brian Kemp extends gas tax suspension following Hurricane Ian
ATLANTA, Ga. (WGXA) - Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed an order extending the state's suspension of the gas tax.
Citing concerns over supply chain issues following Hurricane Ian, the gas tax will now be suspended through November 11, 2022. The new order calls attention to recovery efforts following Hurricane Ian, stating the southeast could experience further supply chain issues and even higher demand for fuel supplies.
"While Georgia was largely spared the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian, Florida and South Carolina endured both significant destruction and flooding," said Governor Brian Kemp. "As we both pray for these neighbors in need and send resources and volunteers to aid in their recovery, we're also bracing for the impact on already strained supply chains and prices at the gas pump that are already too high. While my executive orders cannot undo the mess caused by Washington, I hope that they alleviate some of the additional strain placed on Georgians by the lingering impact of this major storm."
Since the temporary suspension was implemented, Georgia’s average gas price has remained one of the lowest in the nation and is currently roughly 62 cents below the national average for a gallon of regular gas, according to AAA.
