Gas Prices Explained by State Policy | Annapolis News

Gas prices vary wildly by state—not just due to global markets, but because of decades of policy choices. A new report reveals a 55-cent average gap per gallon between Democratic- and Republican-leaning states, driven mostly by just four: California, Hawaii, Washington, and Oregon. Behind the numbers? Sky-high fuel taxes, carbon pricing, and regulations that disrupt supply. Even oil-producing states don’t get cheaper gas—policy and refinery setup matter more. The West Coast’s price premium has doubled, thanks to climate programs and shuttered refineries. Bottom line: your pump price is shaped by long-term policy, not just today’s politics. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0db8c1b2a0e73072