Braun announces 30-day break on Indiana sales tax for gasoline

A gas pump on Nov. 26, 2025, in Austin, Texas. Fuel prices have risen since the U.S. and Israel began a war with Iran. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

By: Mackenzi Klemann, Niki Kelly

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 1,049

Last Updated: 5 days, 13 hours ago

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Gov. Mike Braun issued an executive order Wednesday to enact a 30-day suspension of the 7% sales tax on gasoline — with the potential for extensions.

“I am declaring a gas tax holiday to give Hoosiers relief from the pain at the pump from high gas prices,” Braun said in a news release. “Affordability is my top priority.”

The order is in effect now through May 8. Braun called on retailers to pass savings directly …

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