NY bill could raise gas prices 55 cents per gallon; plus, shortages possible this summer
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A motorist prepares to pump gas Thursday, April 22, 2021, in Portland, Maine.AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty
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Gas prices are the highest in two years, and drivers may soon face more headaches at the pump.
A new bill in the New York State Senate could raise gas prices another 55 cents per gallon, according to the Albany Times Union. The Climate and Community Investment Act would also raise home heating costs 26% as part of an effort to meet state green energy goals and combat climate change.
Summer Gas Shortage Likely for Dumbest Reason
As if you needed more doom and gloom to kick off this week, the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) lobby has confessed that its fleet will go into the next few months operating well below capacity. That means there’s a very good chance that some parts of the country could see gas shortages over the summer. While we’re praying that this doesn’t come with with the deluge of less-than-desirable automobiles that followed the infamous 1973 oil crisis, a similar spike in fuel price is likely as gasoline becomes sporadically difficult to find.
Truck driver shortage could impact fuel deliveries
Currently, CDL-certified drivers are in short supply with the National Tank Truck Carriers saying around 20-25% of tank truck drivers in the fleet are parked as we head into summer due to a lack of qualified drivers.
Posted: May 3, 2021 2:06 PM
Updated: May 3, 2021 5:10 PM
Posted By: Jessica Bringe
ROCHESTER, Minn. - As people get back to work and hit the road for vacation this summer gas may be harder to come by in some locations.
Currently, CDL-certified drivers are in short supply with the National Tank Truck Carriers saying around 20-25% of tank truck drivers in the fleet are parked as we head into summer due to a lack of qualified drivers.