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TIAC tracks the latest state & local transportation funding news. To contribute to this effort, contact Carolyn Kramer Simons.
Washington Governor Proposes $12 Billion Transportation Funding Plan
Washington Governor Jay Inslee (D) December 16 unveiled a $12 billion state transportation funding plan. The 12-year proposal would be funded through a combination of bonds, fees, and a new carbon tax. It is estimated that the tax alone will generate $400 million per year. [...]
States Talking Transportation for 2015
Looking Back at 2014 Transportation was a hot topic with state legislatures in 2014, with 66 bills introduced across the country. Over twenty transportation-related bills were approved, with funding legislation approved in 11 states. Of those states, both Rhode Island and New Hampshire passed state [...]
Study Finds $7 Billion Washington State Transportation Investment Would Have $42 Billion ROI
Investing $7 billion in Washington’s transportation system would generate $42 billion in economic benefits, according to a study released October 21. This would include creating 184,000 jobs and reducing the cost of future road repairs by $650 million. The savings would be widespread over 30 [...]
Survey Results Indicate Travel Industry Support for Increased Infrastructure Investment
Ninety three percent of U.S. Travel Association members believe there is a need for greater investment in maintaining and upgrading our nation’s infrastructure, and that all funding options should be on the table. This was one of the key findings from a survey put out by [...]
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