Indianapolis, IN, September 3, 2026 —

Indiana Governor Mike Braun has announced an extension of the suspension for the state’s gas excise tax and gas usage tax. This measure is set to continue through October 6, offering continued financial relief to residents at the pump.

The suspension means that Hoosiers will continue to see a reduction of approximately 60 cents per gallon on gasoline. This tax holiday was initially put in place to alleviate rising fuel costs for consumers. The extension provides a further period during which drivers will benefit from lower prices due to the removal of these specific state taxes.

The gas excise tax is typically levied on gasoline based on volume, while the gas usage tax is a counterpart tax. By suspending both, the state aims to directly impact the retail price of fuel. The total savings of about 60 cents per gallon is a cumulative effect of removing both taxes.

Details regarding the specific legislative action or executive order initiating the extension were not immediately available beyond the governor’s announcement. The extension of this tax suspension affects all consumers purchasing gasoline within Indiana. The decision to extend the measure reflects ongoing efforts to manage economic pressures on households.

The previous expiration date for the tax suspension was not specified in the provided information. The current extension provides clarity for consumers and fuel providers through the new October 6 deadline. The long-term impact of such tax suspensions on state revenue and infrastructure funding is a subject of ongoing discussion for state legislatures. However, the immediate benefit for consumers remains the primary focus of this policy extension.


Story summarized from the original created by John Herrick on www.wrtv.com, see more information here.

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