Hi, Californians! Are you fed up with the crazy-high gas prices? Well, we’ve got some good news for you! The Golden State is offering a Gasoline Tax Refund to help ease the pain at the pump. You can get up to 6 cents off per gallon, and we’re here to guide you through the process.
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Why Does It Matter?
Gas prices in California have gone through the roof since the pandemic, averaging $5.43 per gallon as of July 2024. That’s a whopping $85.44 to fill up a 16-gallon tank! The refund scheme could save you around $5 each time you fill up. Not bad, right?
What Do You Need to Do?
Claiming your refund is easy peasy! Just fill out a form and mail it off, proving you purchased gas in California for off-highway, paratransit, export, or blended fuel (E-85) purposes. This includes uses like farming, construction, landscaping, and utility providers.
How it works Understanding the Discount
The discount is based on the price per gallon of gas in five different periods between 2020-2024. The price fluctuates between each period, so the discount will vary too. Here are the details:
- 7/1/2020 to 6/30/2021: 0.505 per gallon
- 7/1/2021 to 6/30/2022: 0.511 per gallon
- 7/1/2022 to 6/30/2023: 0.539 per gallon
- 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024: 0.579 per gallon
- 7/1/2024 to 6/30/2024: 0.596 per gallon
How to Get Your Refund
Send the electronic Form SCGR-1 to the State Controller’s Office Tax Administration Section, and you’re done! It’s like getting free money (well, almost).
So, what are you waiting for? Claim your California Gas Stimulus Payment today and start saving those dollars!
FAQs
Who is eligible for the Gasoline Tax Refund?
Californians who purchased gas for off-highway, paratransit, export, or blended fuel (E-85) purposes.
How much can I get back?
Up to 6 cents per gallon.
When can I claim?
For gas purchased between January 2020 and June 2024.
How do I claim?
Fill out Form SCGR-1 and mail it off.
What’s the deadline?
No deadline mentioned, but don’t wait!
Can I claim for multiple vehicles?
Yes, but you need to provide proof for each vehicle.
