Rep. Allie-Brennan On Why He Voted To Suspend Gas Tax

"Statement on Gas Tax Suspension

by Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan

With gas prices still averaging more than $4 per gallon in Connecticut, today, I voted to suspend
the 25-cents-a-gallon tax on gasoline for three-months from April 1 through June 30. Bipartisan
legislation passed today also includes free transit buses through June 30 and a second one-week
sales tax holiday on clothing.

The sales tax holiday planned for April 10th – April 16th will replicate the holiday already
budgeted for August. It exempts the purchase of clothing and shoes under $100 from the 6.35%
sales tax.

With the state having access to federal aid as well as facing a budget surplus, now is the time to do whatever we can to bring immediate relief to Connecticut residents. Though it is not a cure-all, this action will provide some relief at the pump for Connecticut residents, especially middle-class families who are trying to make ends meet.

Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan represents Connecticut House District 2, which includes parts of Bethel, Danbury, Newtown and Redding.