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Central Ohio Drivers See Pump Relief as 90-Day Fuel Tax Holiday Takes Effect
Read the full articleMotorists save up to 47 cents per gallon through early January, while state officials warn retailers against withholding tax cuts.
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https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/ohio-gas-tax-holiday-explained-154615591.html
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The statutory pause starts at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 4, and continues for 90 days until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2, removing state excise taxes across Ohio's fueling network.
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It starts at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 4, and continues for 90 days until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2.
Under the enacted measure, drivers will save 38.5 cents per gallon, while diesel will drop by 47 cents.
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Drivers will save 38.5 cents per gallon, while diesel will drop by 47 cents.
“We encourage all motor fuel retailers to adjust their collection systems beginning at midnight on October 4th, so Ohio drivers see this direct relief at the pump,” Harris says.
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"We encourage all motor fuel retailers to adjust their collection systems beginning at midnight on October 4th, so Ohio drivers see this direct relief at the pump," Harris says.
The Ohio Department of Taxation's site says fuel retailers are legally required under Ohio law to pass the entire tax savings directly to consumers at the pump.
On Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, the Department of Taxation issued regulatory guidance warning that “Failure to transfer these savings to consumers may be treated as an unfair or deceptive act and is subject to referral to the Ohio Attorney General's Office,” according to a press release from the Ohio Department of Taxation.
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"Failure to transfer these savings to consumers may be treated as an unfair or deceptive act and is subject to referral to the Ohio Attorney General's Office," according to a press release from the Ohio Department of Taxation.
State officials advised motorists who suspect price-gouging or station non-compliance that The Ohio Department of Taxation says you can file a complaint with the Ohio Attorney General HERE through the attorney general's consumer protection division.
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The Ohio Department of Taxation says you can file a complaint with the Ohio Attorney General HERE.
https://tiffinohio.net/posts/ohio-senate-gas-tax-holiday-sb-475-first-hearing/
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Michele Reynolds, a Canal Winchester Republican, noted that “For a 20 gallon fill up, this equals a savings of nearly $7.70,” Reynolds said.
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“For a 20 gallon fill up, this equals a savings of nearly $7.70,” Reynolds said.
When lawmakers initially proposed drawing down transportation department cash balances, Gov.
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Gov. Mike DeWine shot down the idea of raiding ODOT’s coffers.
Drivers anticipate gas price drop with Ohio tax pause
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“I drive an hour for work, so it was kind of taking a lot out of me,” Columbus resident Jayden Rodriguez said as the pause approached.
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“I drive an hour for work, so it was kind of taking a lot out of me,” Columbus resident Jayden Rodriguez said.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/ohio-one-step-closer-gas-230804754.html
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Furthermore, Tony Ehler of the Ohio Council of Retail Merchants told lawmakers most gas stations are unable to update their point of sale systems to produce those itemized receipts on such short notice, calling the accountability requirements impractical and burdensome.
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Tony Ehler of the Ohio Council of Retail Merchants told lawmakers most gas stations are unable to update their point of sale systems to produce those itemized receipts on such short notice, calling the accountability requirements impractical and burdensome.
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“I think 100% is a tough, tough number to hit just because of how volatile gas prices can be,” McColley said onWednesday, Sept. 30, adding that he remained confident the vast majority of savings would reach drivers.
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“I think 100% is a tough, tough number to hit just because of how volatile gas prices can be,” McColley said onWednesday, Sept. 30.
https://www.hometownstations.com/2026/10/04/ohio-gas-diesel-prices-get-temporary-tax-break/
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The $725 million in lost tax revenue will be made up from the surplus in general revenue, so future local and state construction projects will not be affected, ensuring ongoing highway projects throughout central Ohio remain fully funded through early 2027.
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The $725 million in lost tax revenue will be made up from the surplus in general revenue, so future local and state construction projects will not be affected.