MFT-2026-05 Temporary Waiver of State Dyed Fuel Penalties

Department of Revenue Seal. David Burge, Commissioner. Chester Cook, Deputy Commissioner

Informational Bulletin: MFT-2026-05

Issue Date: October 29, 2026

Due to continued global conditions affecting diesel supply and elevated diesel prices, Governor Brian P. Kemp issued Executive Order 10.24.26.01, extending the State of Emergency for Petroleum Supply Disruptions through November 30, 2026. This extension continues the relief authorized under Executive Order 10.06.26.01 related to the use of dyed diesel fuel for highway purposes.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 48-2-43, Commissioner David Burge hereby extends the temporary waiver of state penalties originally issued under Informational Bulletin MFT-2026-04 for selling or delivering dyed fuel oil and for consumption of dyed fuel oil in on-road vehicles or for highway use under O.C.G.A. § 48-9-16(e). This waiver remains effective statewide in all 159 counties and is extended through 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2026.

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