Ohio
Gas Tax Holiday Offers Little Comfort as Pump Prices Continue to Climb
Ohio temporarily cut its gasoline tax by 38.5 cents per gallon, but rising fuel prices are making those savings difficult for drivers to feel.
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Christopher Spradlin is a web developer, writer, and Ohio native with a background in technology and digital media. He contributes to The Independent Defender, covering technology, politics, and issues affecting everyday Americans.
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