On the Record: NC gas tax suspended

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On the Record: NC gas tax suspended

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Published on Oct 10, 2026, 3:59:59 AM
Total time: 00:14:37

Episode Description

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein signed a law suspending the state's gas tax on gasoline and diesel fuel. It's aimed at lowering prices that have remained elevated since President Donald Trump launched an attack on Iran earlier this year. WRAL State Government Reporter Paul Specht explains the measure.

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