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TIAC tracks the latest state & local transportation funding news. To contribute to this effort, contact Carolyn Kramer Simons.
Join Tuesday’s Virtual State & Local Funding Advocacy Workshop
Join the discussion of state and local transportation funding trends: who is raising revenue, how they are doing it, and what you can do in your state. The annual National Workshop for State & Local Transportation Advocates begins Tuesday, July 13. Six in-depth sessions over [...]
Lawmakers, Public Officials and Advocates to Speak at Virtual Workshop on Transportation Funding
Learn the latest transportation funding strategies and insights from state lawmakers, public officials, and industry experts at the 8th Annual National Workshop for State & Local Transportation Advocates. The July 13-14 virtual event is free but requires an early reservation. Topics include: Implementing a road [...]
Louisiana Lawmakers Approve $300 Million Annual Transfer to Transportation Projects
What happened: Louisiana lawmakers June 10 approved the gradual transfer of up to 60 percent of annual state sales tax on vehicle purchases to the transportation fund. The revenue is currently deposited in the state’s general fund. The transfer is expected to generate up to [...]
Massachusetts Voters Will Consider High-Earner Income Tax Increase in 2022
What happened: State lawmakers June 9 advanced a constitutional amendment to the November 2022 ballot that will allow Massachusetts voters to decide a 4 percent tax increase on income over $1 million. Only one Republican supported the measure. Why it matters: If approved, the estimated [...]
July 13-14 Transportation Funding Advocacy Workshop Is Free & Virtual
The annual National Workshop for State & Local Transportation Advocates is America’s best forum on how to conduct successful referendum and legislative campaigns for infrastructure investment. This year’s event will feature six in-depth sessions: Road to Recovery? How State Transportation Investment Programs Are Faring Post-Pandemic [...]
Connecticut Legislature Approves Commercial Truck Fees
What happened: Connecticut lawmakers June 8 voted largely along party lines to approve a range of fees based on commercial vehicle sizes and miles driven. The bill applies to all roads in the state but exempts vehicles transporting milk products from its point of origin. [...]
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