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Indiana’s gas tax holiday is being extended for 120 more days, keeping pump prices low—around $3.45 in some areas—and putting cash back into Hoosiers’ pockets amid rising costs. Governor Mike Braun blames global disruptions, including the war in Ukraine and Canadian wildfires, for fuel price spikes, bypassing lawmakers via an emergency order. While drivers welcome the relief, especially since driving is a necessity, the move cuts nearly half a billion dollars from road funding. But with a $5 billion state surplus, Braun says infrastructure won’t suffer—but critics warn schools, universities, and Medicaid may face funding battles as budget talks loom.

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