Braun Announces One‑Month Suspension of Indiana Gas Taxes, Citing Relief for Drivers
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun announced Wednesday that he is suspending the state’s Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax for another month, a move he says will give Hoosiers immediate relief at the pump.
Braun said the combined suspension will save drivers more than 62 cents per gallon, a figure he framed as meaningful for families facing rising costs in other areas.
In a statement posted to social media, Braun said Hoosiers now have “the cheapest gas in the country,” adding that he intends to “use every tool available to make life more affordable for Hoosier families.”
The governor did not specify how long the suspension will remain in place beyond the current month, nor did he outline the projected impact on state revenue. The Gasoline Usage Tax, which fluctuates monthly based on wholesale fuel prices, has been a growing source of transportation funding in recent years.
State budget officials have not yet released updated estimates on how the pause will affect road‑funding allocations or long‑term transportation projects.
Braun has repeatedly emphasized affordability as a central theme of his administration, and Wednesday’s announcement marks the latest in a series of efforts aimed at reducing household expenses for Indiana residents.