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TIAC tracks the latest state & local transportation funding news. To contribute to this effort, contact Carolyn Kramer Simons.
Free Nov. 10 Webinar Explores 2022 Midterm Election Results
Join us for a free webinar Nov. 10 at 1pm Eastern to dissect the 2022 midterm election results, what they mean for transportation infrastructure funding, and how they compare to historical trends. Staff will also provide an overview of how state and local transportation ballot [...]
TxDOT Announces 10-year Transportation Funding Plan
What happened: The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Aug. 30 authorized a 10-year plan to fund and complete $85 billion worth of transportation projects. Why it matters: Much of the plan focuses on funding improvements to Texas’ most traveled highways, including Austin’s I-35 corridor, I-45 [...]
Louisiana Fuel Tax an Insufficient Source of Funding, Report Finds
What Happened: Louisiana’s Transportation Trust Fund needs nearly $15 billion more in order to meet the state’s infrastructure needs. The shortage is primarily due to vehicle fuel efficiency gains and a stagnant gas tax, according to a Sept. 1 report from the office of the Louisiana Legislative Auditor. Why it Matters: The report found [...]
Model Statutory Language: Road Usage Charges
As the number of alternative-fuel cars continues to grow, states are considering ways to expand transportation funding mechanisms to ensure drivers of fuel-efficient vehicles contribute to road construction and maintenance. A Road Usage Charge (RUC) system – also referred to as Vehicles Mile Traveled (VMT) [...]
Public Officials and Advocates to Discuss State Transportation Funding at Workshop: July 12-13
The 9th Annual National Workshop for State & Local Transportation Funding, sponsored by the Transportation Investment Advocacy Center (TIAC), will take place July 12-13 at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Transportation investment advocates, state lawmakers from five states, public officials, and industry experts from around the [...]
Nation’s Capital to Increase Annual Fee for Heavy Passenger Vehicles
What happened: The Washington, D.C. City Council increased the annual vehicle registration fee to $500 from $175 for passenger vehicles over 6,000 pounds. The increase was included in the 2023 city budget, approved May 27. Fees will also rise to $250 from $155 for vehicles [...]
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