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House resolution introduced to ratify governor’s temporary suspension of motor fuel taxes
Summary
House Resolution 42 was presented to ratify the governor’s temporary suspension of motor fuel and diesel taxes following an October 2024 state of emergency for Hurricane Helene. The subcommittee heard the informational presentation; members deferred additional questions to the bill’s author.
House Resolution 42 was presented during a sales-tax subcommittee meeting as a measure to ratify the governor’s temporary suspension of the state motor fuel and diesel fuel taxes following executive orders issued during the October 2024 emergency for Hurricane Helene.
The presenter said the governor issued three executive orders in October 2024 declaring a state of emergency and temporarily suspending fuel taxes; because the General Assembly was not in session at the time of the executive action, the resolution seeks legislative ratification of the suspension. The presenter said the action aimed to lessen burdens on residents during the hurricane response.
Committee members were briefed and told to consult with the bill’s author, Representative Matthew Gamble, who the subcommittee named as the contact for follow-up questions. The subcommittee did not take formal action and designated the item for a second hearing.
No vote or formal ratification occurred during this session; the resolution was presented for committee consideration and scheduling.
