07-02-2026 ”Affordability is My Top Priority” — Mike Braun Keeps Gas Tax Savings for Hoosiers Going for Another Month

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Thursday, July 2, 2026

"Affordability is My Top Priority" - Mike Braun Keeps Gas Tax Savings for Hoosiers Going for Another Month

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Taking decisive action to make life more affordable for Hoosier families, Governor Mike Braun today announced he is extending his suspension of Indiana's gas taxes.

Under Governor Braun's leadership, Hoosiers have enjoyed the cheapest gas in America.

"Affordability is my top priority. I am once again extending these gas tax savings to make life more affordable for Hoosier families. Hoosiers will be able to celebrate 250 years of American independence this Fourth of July with the cheapest gas in America." - Governor Mike Braun

Governor Braun's suspension of the Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax will last for an additional 30 days.

This week, Governor Mike Braun directed his administration to make local governments whole for any gas tax revenues missed while the ongoing energy emergency is in effect, saying "we are running government more efficiently and as a result, we have the resources to offer tax relief while supporting local partners."

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Griffin Reid
Office of Governor Mike Braun
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