Proposed Gas Tax Suspension in Connecticut

What is happening? Connecticut Governor is proposing suspending 25 cents of the state’s gas tax to curb high fuel prices.

Why is this important? The Governor says the suspension of the gas tax is a way to provide immediate relief to the people.

How will this be important? His relief plan also includes suspending the state sales tax in April for clothing, in addition to the August sales tax suspension. Republicans in the Legislature are also calling for the suspension of the state’s petroleum gross receipts tax until June 30.

AP via Beaumont Enterprise | Lamont, lawmakers eying suspension of 25-cent state gas tax