Indiana Governor Announces Gas Tax Holiday

Temporary suspension aims to ease rising fuel costs for Hoosiers

Apr. 9, 2026 at 5:22pm

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A photorealistic painting of a single gas pump in a deserted urban setting, with warm sunlight casting long shadows across the pavement, conveying a sense of solitude and economic hardship.The governor's gas tax holiday aims to ease the financial strain of rising fuel costs for Indiana residents.Indianapolis Today

Indiana Governor Mike Braun has declared a 30-day gas tax holiday, suspending the state's 7% fuel tax in an effort to provide relief to residents facing high gas prices due to the ongoing conflict with Iran. Braun has called on gas stations to pass the savings directly to consumers and said the state will monitor compliance.

Why it matters

The gas tax holiday is an attempt by the governor to address the financial strain that rising fuel costs are placing on Indiana residents. High gas prices can have a significant impact on household budgets, especially for lower-income families who spend a larger portion of their income on transportation. The governor's action is aimed at directly reducing the cost burden on Hoosiers.

The details

Governor Braun's emergency declaration on Wednesday allows for the 30-day suspension of Indiana's 7% gas tax. The tax holiday could be extended if needed to continue providing relief. Braun has directed gas stations to pass the tax savings directly to consumers at the pump, and said the state will be 'patrolling the pumps' to ensure compliance.

  • Governor Braun announced the gas tax holiday on April 8, 2026.
  • The 30-day tax suspension went into effect immediately.

The players

Mike Braun

The Governor of Indiana who declared the temporary gas tax holiday.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

The gas tax holiday will remain in effect for 30 days, after which the governor may choose to extend it if high fuel prices persist.

The takeaway

Governor Braun's gas tax holiday is a direct attempt to provide financial relief to Indiana residents facing the burden of rising gas prices. While a temporary measure, it demonstrates the state's commitment to addressing the economic challenges caused by external factors like the conflict with Iran.