
New York State and Monroe County will both institute a gas tax holiday starting in June. Removing the gas tax will save drivers a bit of money during their summer travel.
Gas tax holidays are popular politically, but economists say they are not very effective. Those who support climate action say they encourage fossil fuel consumption.
Our guests debate it:
- Rachel Barnhart, Monroe County Legislator, 21st District
- Mark Johns, Monroe County Legislator, 8th District
- Sue Hughes-Smith, Monroe County Legislator, 14th District