GAS TAX | FROM PAGE 7 Page 22 reduced gas consumption from electric vehicles.” These remarks are in stark contrast to State House leaders who pronounced the opposite. “Speaker Ron Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka seemed so concerned with the bond rating when considering a tax suspension, but they don’t have the same concern when raising taxes or borrowing more money for current spending. It’s a good thing that their fears are not based on reality, so State House leaders can now freeTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 15, 2022 ly consider suspending the state gas tax when debating the annual budget. As more states adopt a gas tax suspension, it would be foolish for our State House leaders to continue to fear monger. At this point, there is nothing preventing Speaker Mariano and President Spilka from adopting a gas tax suspension,” said Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance Spokesperson/Board Member Paul Craney. “It’s worth stressing that the agency did warn against states becoming overly reliant on electric vehicles, as this shift will have a negative impact on the state credit rating. We look forward to hearing from Speaker Mariano and President Spilka on how they plan to use tax dollars collected from the sale of electric vehicles in order to avoid any precarious situations from the bond agencies.” Hall Rentals Available Excellent rates Call 781-324-9570 Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount 855-GO-4-GLAS Call now! 781 233 4446 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! CLASSIFIEDS
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