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California Republicans call for suspending gas tax to bring down prices

Amid soaring gas prices, California State Senate Republicans are calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders to take action to reduce gas prices.

Lawmakers sent a letter on Monday urging the governor to issue a full moratorium on the gasoline-excise tax. They say this would reduce the cost of gasoline by more than 50 cents per gallon.

Ellina Abovian reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on March 15, 2022.