Georgia Gov. Brian P. Kemp recently signed two executive orders extending the temporary suspension of state taxes on motor and locomotive fuel and extending the supply chain state of emergency.
The suspension on motor fuel state taxes went into effect in March. According to AAA, Georgia’s average gasoline price is approximately 62 cents a gallon lower than the national average, saving Georgians roughly $800 million.
Supply chain issues could worsen and the demand for fuel supplies could increase as Florida and South Carolina deal with the severe damage caused by Hurricane Ian.
“While Georgia was largely spared the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian, Florida and South Carolina endured both significant destruction and flooding,” Kemp said after signing the orders. “As we both pray for these neighbors in need and send resources and volunteers to aid in their recovery, we’re also bracing for the impact on already strained supply chains and prices at the gas pump that are already too high. While my executive orders cannot undo the mess caused by Washington, I hope that they alleviate some of the additional strain placed on Georgians by the lingering impact of this major storm.”
Both orders will be effective through Nov. 11.