Here’s what could happen if NC lawmakers pause the gas tax in a special session

By: Christine Zhu

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: October 5, 2026

Words: 683

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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Suspending state gas taxes in North Carolina could lead to delays in roadwork, according to a leading economist.

House Speaker Destin Hall, R-Caldwell and Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, announced over the weekend they plan to call lawmakers back to Raleigh for a special session on reducing gas prices. Both chambers will meet on Wednesday, according to legislative calendars released Monday evening.

At 41 cents per gallon, North Carolina has …

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