Indiana Gov. Mike Braun Extends Gas Tax Suspension for a Final Time
AAA data show Indiana gas averages $3.125 a gallon, below the national average, as the state extends tax relief through early August.
- On Thursday, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced a 30-day extension of the state's gas tax suspension, marking the third such pause to help Hoosiers manage fuel costs through the summer travel season.
- By suspending the gasoline usage and excise taxes, the state aims to save drivers nearly 60 cents per gallon, though the initiative has resulted in $470 million in lost revenue since April.
- To address concerns regarding infrastructure budgets, Braun directed his administration to repay local governments for revenue lost during the tax holiday, with Office of Management and Budget Secretary Lisa Hershman coordinating the fund transfers.
- Lake County Board of Commissioners President Michael Repay criticized the policy as "short sighted," while Portage Mayor Austin Bonta praised the repayment plan as a "big win" for maintaining summer infrastructure projects.
- Future extensions beyond August 7 will require legislative approval, as Braun has reached the 120-day limit for emergency declarations under Indiana code and has not yet discussed a potential special session.
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