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TIAC tracks the latest state & local transportation funding news. To contribute to this effort, contact Carolyn Kramer Simons.
States Face Pressure to Raise Revenue
What happened: Several states announced transportation funding concerns in the first month of the new year, including: New Jersey is facing a June 30 deadline to renew the state's Transportation Trust Fund. Several options are being discussed, including a new electric vehicle fee. Massachusetts Gov. [...]
Two States Warn of Transportation Revenue Shortfalls
What happened: Officials with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) warned that dwindling revenue could impact their ability to maintain and improve transportation infrastructure. Why it matters: WSDOT estimates an $11 billion transportation funding shortfall, saying the state’s [...]
Washington State Faces $600 million Fuel Tax Shortfall, New Report Finds
What Happened: A Washington State Transportation Commission report submitted to Gov. Jay Inslee (D) and the state legislature Jan. 11 projects a $600 million drop in fuel tax revenues by 2050. Why it Matters: The report cites several reasons for declining revenue, including stronger federal Corporate Average Fuel Economy [...]
Washington State ‘Moves Ahead’ with Major Transportation Funding Package
What happened: The Washington state legislature March 10 approved a 16-year, $17 billion funding package, the largest in the state’s history and first new infrastructure investment since 2015. Why it matters: The “Move Ahead Washington” package includes revenue from the state's existing carbon fee ($5.4B), [...]
Washington State Funding Package Draws Notice from Other States
What’s happening: Washington state Senate lawmakers Feb. 15 voted 29-20 to advance a $16 billion transportation funding bill to the House. Why it matters: The bill contains several revenue sources, including a new 6-cent-per-gallon tax on fuel exported to states with lower gas taxes. Leaders [...]
State Transportation Funding Weekly Roundup: Oct. 23
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) Oct. 21 approved a $1.9 billion infrastructure bond, the largest public works package in state history. The revenue will build roads and bridges, as well as wastewater treatment infrastructure, parks and trails. The state legislature passed the bill with overwhelming [...]
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