New Gas Tax Breaks Approved In Dutchess And Ulster

Drivers across the Hudson Valley should soon see some relief at the pump.

Thanks to local lawmakers.

Gas Costs Over $4.00

As of this writing, the average price of gas in New York State is $4.10, down just under 2 cents from last week.

Before the Iran war began on February 28, 2026, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline was approximately $2.98.

Dutchess, Ulster County Approve Gas Tax Cap

Lawmakers in Ulster and Dutchess counties approved gas tax caps in both counties.

The Dutchess County legislature recently approved a gas tax cap that'll be in place for six months starting June 1. The move waives the county's 3.7 percent sales tax on gas prices over $3.00 per gallon.

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“The hardworking people of Dutchess County are hurting. The leadership of the Republican federal administration has been a disaster for everyone who’s not a millionaire or a billionaire. Whether it’s tariffs or irresponsible and downright dangerous foreign policy like the War in Iran, which has caused our gas prices to go up more than a dollar in barely a month. This Legislature cannot allow the County to profit off of the people’s pain," Dutchess County Legislature Chair Yvette Valdés Smith (D-Fishkill) stated.

The waiver also applies to diesel fuel, which is close to the $6 per gallon mark.

Drivers in Ulster County will also be saving some money at the pumps during the summer travel season. Officials in Ulster just signed off on a gas tax holiday that'll be in place from June 1st through August 31st.

During that time period, the county will waive its four-percent sales tax on gas and diesel prices above three dollars per gallon.

Earlier this week, President Donald Trump's energy expert said don't expect gas prices to drop below $3.00 a gallon until next year.