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House Rules: Politics and Policy in Utah
Come along as state leaders and lawmakers discuss the issues shaping the Beehive State. Each episode, we ask experts on Utah politics and policy to cover one topic that impacts everyday Utahns. From housing affordability and water policy to education reform, criminal justice, and taxes – we'll help you get smart about everything going on in the Utah Legislature and state government.
Brought to you by the Utah House of Representatives, this is House Rules.
House Rules: Politics and Policy in Utah
Utahns pay more for gas. Here’s the plan to fix it.
In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Cal Roberts breaks down why Utah drivers continue to pay more for gas than neighboring states and what lawmakers are doing about it. Utah refines more fuel than it consumes; yet, prices remain higher due to regional market dynamics and refinery incentives that pull fuel to higher-priced West Coast states.
The Legislature plans to lower the gas tax and negotiate a better deal for Utahns by reexamining existing tax breaks and exemptions for refineries. The goal is to keep more of the economic benefit in Utah, reduce costs for families, and support long-term affordability.