Kemp temporarily suspends the state fuel tax as prices at the pump continue to soar

By: Ross Williams

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: September 28, 2026

Words: 452

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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Georgia drivers may soon see a little temporary relief at the pump after Gov. Brian Kemp suspended the state’s motor fuel tax as gas prices continued to surge.

Kemp issued an executive order Monday declaring a state of emergency for gas supply disruptions. The suspension will take effect Tuesday and run through Oct. 29.

“Global markets remain unstable and are subjecting Georgians to unpredictable price shocks on basic goods and services, including but not limited …

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