Millions of California taxpayers may get thousands of dollars to help combat the high cost of gas and other goods. About 23m eligible Californians could each receive payments of up to $1,050 as part of a $17bn inflation relief package, Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said. The deal comes as California drivers face the highest gas prices in the nation as the average price for a gallon of gas in the state Monday is $6.32, according to AAA, nearly 30% higher than the national average. Newsom first proposed a gas tax refund in March. Georgia and Maryland have both passed bills to pause their state gas taxes. Taxpayers will receive a portion of California's record-setting $97bn budget surplus as the funds would only go to residents who make a certain amount of money each year. As part of the plan, state officials reached a compromise as the money will go to taxpayers instead of only to vehicle owners as the checks will be larger than legislative leaders had initially proposed. Lower- and middle-income Californians will likely get the most help.
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