Georgians can expect to save a few bucks at the pump as they get ready to hit the road for Thanksgiving. That’s because Gov. Brian Kemp is again extending his suspension of the state’s fuel tax.
The governor’s office says that the suspension, which was set to expire this week, will now run through November 29. Gov. Kemp says that he is extending the order “due to ongoing high prices and uncertain economic conditions caused by failed policies coming out of Washington, D.C.”
“Thanks to our responsible approach to budgeting, we're able to deliver relief to families fighting through the disastrous effects of Bidenomics,” the Republican said Wednesday. He went on to say that state lawmakers will ratify the order during this month’s special redistricting session.
But despite the upcoming holiday travel season and concerns about the Israel conflict’s impact on oil markets, gas prices in the United States have been trending in the right direction. The national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is currently hovering at $3.40 — a 30-cent decrease in the last month, according to AAA.
Georgians have been enjoying prices well below the national average, largely due to Gov. Kemp’s ongoing tax break. The current average in the Peach State is $2.89, down from October’s average of $3.16.