Indiana’s governor has announced an extension of the state’s suspended gas tax amid rising fuel costs linked to the conflict in Iran, aiming to provide further financial relief. The move follows concerns over increased expenses for drivers and includes additional support specifically for farmers, who the governor has described as facing particularly difficult conditions. The decision comes as global energy markets remain volatile due to geopolitical tensions. Details on the duration of the extension and the scope of farm aid are expected to be clarified in upcoming statements.
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun (R) said Wednesday he is extending his state’s gas tax suspension as fuel prices elevate due to the ongoing war in Iran “Today I announced another gas tax extension with additional relief for farmers,” Braun said in a post to social platform X. “Our farmers have the hardest job in America.”...