Kemp declares emergency due to ‘Bidenomics,’ halts Georgia gas tax.
Georgia Governor Declares State of Emergency Over Inflation, Suspends Gas Tax
Georgia Republican Governor Brian Kemp has taken decisive action in response to soaring fuel prices and inflation. Kemp declared a state of emergency and suspended the gas tax in Georgia, placing the blame on federal spending and energy policies.
“From runaway federal spending to policies that hamstring domestic energy production, all Bidenomics has done is take more money out of the pockets of the middle class,” said Kemp.
“While high prices continue to hit family budgets, hardworking Georgians deserve real relief and that’s why I signed an executive order today to deliver it directly to them at the pump. Working with partners in the General Assembly, we’ll continue to help Georgians weather the economic headwinds caused by this president, his administration, and their allies in Congress.”
Gas prices in Georgia have surged, with a gallon of regular gas now costing an average of $3.56, compared to $3.23 a year ago. Diesel prices have also risen, although slightly lower than the previous year, with an average cost of $4.36 per gallon.
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The increase in gas prices can be attributed to various factors, including production cuts from Saudi Arabia and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. However, critics argue that the Biden administration’s focus on scrapping drilling and promoting green alternatives has also contributed to the higher costs.
Kemp’s office estimates that the tax suspension will save drivers 31.2 cents per gallon on regular gasoline and 35 cents per gallon on diesel fuel.
“I applaud Governor Kemp’s suspension of motor fuel taxes to keep our people and our economy moving despite Washington’s inaction on rising fuel prices,” said Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns (R). “Georgia’s success story is no accident – it is the result of conservative policies enacted to keep Georgia the nation’s best state for business.”
Kemp’s executive order, effective from Wednesday until October 12, acknowledges the negative impact of rampant inflation on Georgia’s economy and the well-being of its residents.
Recent statistics from the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reveal that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.6% in August, marking a 3.7% increase over the past 12 months.
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