State lawmakers have introduced at least 70 transportation funding bills since the start of the 2022 legislative session, according to ARTBA’s Transportation Investment Advocacy Center.
Thirty-five percent of the bills propose one-time funding utilizing bonds, excess federal COVID relief, larger-than-expected budget surpluses, or additional funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Recurring revenues, including sources such as registration fees and sales taxes, comprise 21 percent of the introduced bills.. Thirteen percent of the legislation would enable or expand local funding, and bills to study or implement a road usage charge comprised of 11 percent of legislation. Other funding measures include raising motor fuel taxes or implementing an electric vehicle registration fee.
Even-numbered years such as 2022 typically feature shorter legislative sessions as lawmakers prepare for reelection campaigns. Four states do not hold regular legislative session in even-numbered years.
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