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Speaker Huston issues statement on continued gas tax suspension, diesel relief for farmers

Posted by: Charles Melton  | Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued the following statement today following the Governor's executive order temporarily suspending the gasoline usage and excise taxes through Nov. 4 alongside new tax relief on diesel fuel for Hoosier farmers.

Rep. Zimmerman: Governor answers lawmakers' call to provide diesel fuel relief for farmers

Posted by: Charles Melton  | Wednesday, September 30, 2026

State Rep. Alex Zimmerman (R-North Vernon) welcomed Gov. Mike Braun's announcement today suspending special fuel restrictions for off road diesel after he and fellow lawmakers urged the governor to provide relief for Hoosier farmers during harvest season.

Rep. Pressel calls for diesel fuel relief for farmers

Posted by: Kendall Macri  | Tuesday, September 29, 2026

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 29, 2026) – State Rep. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) is calling on Gov. Mike Braun to allow Hoosier farmers to utilize off road diesel fuel, which is not taxed, in semi-trucks until the end of harvest season.

Rep. Baird asks state, federal officials to explore harvest fuel relief for farmers

Posted by: Maxx Johnson  | Tuesday, September 29, 2026

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 29, 2026) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) is urging state and federal leaders to explore options to help Indiana farmers facing high diesel fuel costs during harvest season.