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TIAC tracks the latest state & local transportation funding news. To contribute to this effort, contact Carolyn Kramer Simons.
Georgia Legislative Committee Supports VMT Pilot Program
What happened: The Georgia Legislature’s Joint Study Committee on The Electrification Of Transportation issued its final report endorsing a pilot program taxing drivers based on vehicle miles traveled (VMT). Why it matters: The committee was formed in 2022 to examine challenges and opportunities brought on by growth in [...]
Ohio DOT Searches for Gas Tax Alternatives
What Happened: The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) launched a public awareness campaign aimed at educating and surveying the public on the need for new transportation funding sources in light of flagging gas tax revenues. Why it Matters: According to the campaign website, gas tax revenues are projected to decline $1.5 [...]
Alabama Governor Highlights State’s 2019 Gas Tax Increase as Projects Move Forward
What happened: During a Dec. 14 orientation for new members of the State House, newly-elected Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey (R) highlighted the state’s 2019 transportation funding legislation as a model of bipartisan success, noting “as most of you can imagine, telling folks you’re going to increase [...]
Missouri Looks to Accelerate Transportation Projects
What happened: The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) held a public meeting Dec. 7 where MoDOT officials presented a new $10 billion high-priority list to help identify transportation infrastructure needs and guide project development. The $10 billion list includes $4.7 billion in road and bridge projects. Why it [...]
Tennessee Governor Unveils Transportation Blueprint
What happened: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) Dec. 2 announced a policy “blueprint” to address the state’s transportation funding shortfalls stemming from declining gas tax revenues and a growing number of electric vehicles (EVs). Lee’s “Build With Us” initiative outlines several possible funding solutions – [...]
Model Statutory Language: Transportation Network Company (TNC) Fees
In an ongoing effort to address issues stemming from increased congestion and to find new ways to generate revenue for transportation projects, a number of states are now imposing per-ride fees on Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) - businesses like Uber and Lyft that offer rideshare [...]
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