Republican gubernatorial nominee and U.S. Representative John James is calling for the immediate suspension of Michigan’s state and federal gas taxes, saying Michigan has the highest gas prices in the Midwest. The proposal follows Indiana’s decision to pause fuel taxes, but Michigan Republican House Speaker Matt Hall of Richland has ruled out a vote unless it forms part of a broader agreement that replaces the lost revenue. Fuel taxes finance road repairs, and Hall said lawmakers worked too hard last year to establish a sustainable funding formula to risk undoing it. James previously urged state Democratic leadership to declare a state of emergency and pause the tax, while his campaign said projected revenue losses could be addressed by eliminating government waste and redirecting funds from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Infrastructure advocates have warned that a suspension could create a significant budget shortfall and slow road projects. Hall’s current position revises his earlier indication that he would allow a vote if the Democratic-controlled Senate advanced the measure.