Indiana State Comptroller to Distribute Over $121 Million for Gas Tax Holiday Revenue Loss
The Indiana State Comptroller's Office will reimburse local governments over $121 million for revenue lost during the first period of the state's gas tax holiday, which ran from April 7 to May 31. This action aims to ensure that counties,…
Indianapolis, IN, July 21, 2026 —
The Indiana State Comptroller’s Office is set to distribute more than $121 million to local governments across the state. This significant reimbursement is intended to compensate for revenue shortfalls experienced during the initial phase of Indiana’s gas tax holiday.
The period of the gas tax holiday that this reimbursement covers ran from April 7 to May 31. The initiative was designed to provide financial relief to Indiana residents by temporarily suspending the state’s gas tax. However, this suspension has led to a notable decrease in revenue for counties, cities, and towns that rely on these funds for essential services and infrastructure projects.
According to the plan, the funds are designated to ensure that local governments can maintain their ability to finance critical operations and continue necessary road maintenance projects. This financial support aims to mitigate the immediate impact of the lost tax revenue on local budgets.
The current gas tax holiday is scheduled to conclude on August 7. The summary indicates that any extension beyond this date would necessitate action from the state legislature. Further details regarding the specific allocation of funds to individual local governments were not provided.
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