Could Illinois pause its gas tax hike? Deadline looms as Pritzker suggests possibility

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Original Load Date May 30, 2026, 1:01 p.m.
Last Updated May 30, 2026, 1:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/could-illinois-pause-its-gas-tax-hike-deadline-looms-as-pritzker-suggests-possibility/3942244/

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While several states have paused [ gas tax increases ][3] in wake of soaring fuel prices, Illinois hasn't followed suit, even as Gov. JB Pritzker has said such a move is an option. The possibility remains on the table, but time is running out, with Illinois lawmakers set to wrap up their legislativ...