Maura Healey proposes two-month gas tax holiday

Governor Maura Healey has proposed a two-month gas tax holiday in Massachusetts to provide relief to families, commuters, and truckers facing rising fuel costs. The proposal will be filed as part of a supplemental budget.

Healey attributed the increase in gas prices to the ongoing war with Iran, noting that prices have risen by 50% since the conflict began. This move follows a campaign proposal from Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue, who suggested suspending the tax until prices stabilize, specifically when they exceed $4 per gallon.