
Relief at the pump: North Carolina hits pause on 41-cent gas tax
North Carolina lawmakers passed legislation Wednesday temporarily eliminating the state’s motor fuel tax, cutting the tax to zero through Nov. 30, as drivers, farmers, and businesses continue to face elevated fuel prices.
The House passed the measure 111-1, with Rep. Pricey Harrison, D-Guilford, casting the lone dissenting vote, while the Senate approved it unanimously, 41-0.
The bill now heads to Governor Josh Stein’s desk, where it awaits his action.
Once signed, the gas-tax suspension takes effect the following day and remains in place through Nov. 30.