Georgia Gas Tax Suspension and $1.2B Rebates: How Much You Could Save

A temporary suspension of the state gas tax comes alongside a one-time income tax rebate to help residents manage costs. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Profit and prosper with the best of Kiplinger's advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and much more. Delivered daily. Enter your email in the box and click Sign Me Up.You are now subscribedYour newsletter sign-up was successfulWant to add more newsletters?Delivered dailyKiplinger TodayProfit and prosper with the best of Kiplinger's advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and much more delivered daily. 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Brian Kemp today, will reduce prices by roughly 33 cents per gallon of gasoline and about 37 cents per gallon of diesel, once fuel distributors adjust prices.The bipartisan legislation comes as high gas prices continue to weigh on household budgets across the state. Global energy disruptions due to the United States conflict with Iran, inflation, and supply chain pressures are among the reasons cited for the emergency relief.Become a smarter, better informed investor. Subscribe from just $107.88 $24.99, plus get up to 4 Special IssuesProfit and prosper with the best of expert advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and more - straight to your e-mail.Profit and prosper with the best of expert advice - straight to your e-mail.Meanwhile, Georgia will once again send one-time tax rebates to eligible residents this year. Here's more of what you need to know about both types of tax relief.According to AAA, the average cost of a gallon of regular gas in Georgia as of March 20 is roughly $3.79, lower than the national average of $3.91.(The gas tax in Georgia is 33.3 cents per gallon of regular gasoline and 37.3 cents per gallon of diesel fuel.)“By suspending the state motor fuel tax for 60 days, we are delivering meaningful, timely relief to millions of Georgia drivers and families when and where it’s needed most," said Republican Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, Jon Burns of Newington.A driver filling a standard 15-gallon tank in Georgia could save approximately $5 per gasoline fill-up, slightly more for diesel.This gas tax suspension complements Georgia’s one-time income tax rebates for 2026, which, as Kiplinger has reported, are designed to provide further support for households.This isn't the first time Georgia has offered similar rebates to its residents."We’ve been able to do it four times, and we’ve been able to do it because we’ve been very fiscally conservative with our budgeting," state Sen. Bo Hatchett (R-Cornelia) told reporters.For 2026:For more details on who qualifies and how much residents may receive, see our report: Georgia Tax Rebate 2026 Guide.With fuel prices rising, the gas tax suspension is part of a broader strategy to balance fiscal responsibility with household support.Consumer advocacy groups have generally welcomed the legislation as a proactive step to address immediate cost pressures, especially for low- and middle-income households.Next steps for residents?Keep an eye on the prices at the pump and any rebate announcements so you can benefit from both programs.Profit and prosper with the best of Kiplinger's advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and much more. Delivered daily. Enter your email in the box and click Sign Me Up.Kelley R. Taylor is the senior tax editor at Kiplinger.com, where she breaks down federal and state tax rules and news to help readers navigate their finances with confidence. A corporate attorney and business journalist with more than 20 years of experience, Kelley has helped taxpayers make sense of shifting U.S. tax law and policy from the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), to SECURE 2.0, the Inflation Reduction Act, and most recently, the 2025 “Big, Beautiful Bill.” She has covered issues ranging from partnerships, carried interest, compensation and benefits, and tax‑exempt organizations to RMDs, capital gains taxes, and energy tax credits. Her award‑winning work has been featured in numerous national and specialty publications.