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Connecticut lawmakers demand suspension of state, federal gas taxes

STAMFORD, Conn. -- Connecticut Republicans are calling for a more direct way for residents to save money on gas.

At a news conference Thursday, state lawmakers demanded a suspension of state and federal gas taxes.

They said the move would immediately save people in Connecticut 45 cents a gallon.

Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont says he's working with the legislature to provide some relief.

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