Braun renews gas tax suspension, broadens untaxed diesel use for farmers

Gov. Mike Braun on Wednesday renewed Indiana's gas tax suspension for another 30 days — until early November — and issued a new order lifting restrictions on the sale of untaxed diesel fuel for semi-trucks operated by farmers and timber harvesters, citing continued disruption to global oil supply.

By: Mackenzi Klemann

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: September 30, 2026

Words: 1,029

Last Updated: 4 days ago


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Gov. Mike Braun on Wednesday renewed Indiana’s gas tax suspension for another 30 days — until early November — and issued a new order lifting restrictions on the sale of untaxed diesel fuel for trucks operated by farmers and timber harvesters on public roads.

The order cited continued disruption to global oil supply as diesel hit a record high $6.92 average in Indiana in September.

“Affordability is my top priority and my gas …

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