On April 13, 2026, the Dutchess County Legislature voted unanimously to cap the county sales tax on gasoline and diesel fuel, providing meaningful financial relief to drivers across Dutchess County ahead of the summer driving season.

The resolution, which I was proud to shepherd through the legislative process as point person, will save Dutchess County drivers millions of dollars collectively this summer. While the per-gallon savings are modest, the cumulative effect across the county’s drivers represents significant relief at a time when fuel prices have risen sharply in response to ongoing instability in global energy markets.

The unanimous vote reflects broad, bipartisan recognition that local government has a responsibility to act when residents are feeling economic pressure. Watch my full remarks in the video below.