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Gov. McMaster Rejects Call to Suspend South Carolina Gas Tax as Prices Soar
Lawmakers are weighing rebates and a possible tax suspension as AAA says South Carolina gasoline averages $4.08 a gallon in Charleston County.
- South Carolina leaders debated gas tax relief on Tuesday as statewide averages hit $4.03 per gallon, with Charleston County prices surging to $4.08 overnight, according to AAA.
- Nationwide price surges since the Iran war began in February have prompted the debate, with Governor Henry McMaster opposing tax suspension to preserve roughly $7 billion in road projects.
- Rep. Jordan Pace sent a letter to State House leaders on Monday proposing a $500 million rebate plan offering $300 for households with dependents and $200 for others, while State Sen. Matt Leber suggested rebates on 2026 tax returns.
- Attorney General Alan Wilson endorsed the rebate approach to avoid violating bond contracts, though Charleston resident Aiden Pendergrast reported difficulty budgeting as prices fluctuate hourly.
- As fuel prices remain elevated, lawmakers are expected to continue debating short- and long-term relief solutions, though driver Jim Rogers sees little relief ahead.
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