Millions of California taxpayers may get thousands of dollars to help combat the high cost of gas and other goods.

The money will be distributed soon as California Gov.

The agreement comes as California drivers face the highest gasoline prices in the U.S.

About 23 million eligible Californians could each receive payments of up to $1,050 as part of a $17 billion inflation relief package.

Georgia and Maryland have both passed bills to pause their state gas taxes.

California's new agreement also includes a suspension of the state sales tax on diesel.

California's new agreement also includes a suspension of the state sales tax on diesel.

Lower- and middle-income Californians will likely get the most help.

Taxpayers with dependents will receive an extra $350.