Special to The Sun-Sentinel
JACKSON — Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson is calling on Mississippi leaders to declare an economic emergency and take action to lower fuel costs for Mississippi workers, farmers and the timber industry.
“On behalf of the working people of Mississippi, I encourage the governor to review and act as necessary to provide fuel tax relief for Mississippians,” said Gipson.
He urged suspending the state fuel tax on gasoline and diesel and allowing farmers and loggers to use off-road diesel to expand available supply.
“These fuel prices are breaking the backbone of Mississippi’s economy,” added Gipson. “We have been dealing with this for several months. Our farmers, loggers and working people cannot endure much more of this. Other states have put similar orders in place. Our neighbors Louisiana and Alabama have done this, and I believe it’s time for Mississippi to act. ..
