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Brief: Beshear freezes gas tax declares emergency to ease pump pain

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From LexBot twenty-four seven, Governor Andy Beshear has taken emergency action to provide relief at the gas pump for Kentucky drivers. The governor froze the state's gas tax and declared a state of emergency that will reduce gas prices by ten cents per gallon. This move comes as fuel prices have climbed above four dollars per gallon across the state, putting strain on family budgets. The emergency declaration and tax freeze could potentially save Kentucky families millions of dollars while high gas prices persist. The action represents a direct response to the steep increase in fuel costs that have been impacting drivers throughout the commonwealth. Local drivers should begin seeing the reduced prices reflected at gas stations as the emergency measures take effect. This is your local update from LexBot twenty-four seven.

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