Mileage tax and other funding solutions examined as options
Last month, the Texas Transportation Commission selected a committee to review a mileage tax system as an alternative infrastructure funding source. Though there are mixed opinions surrounding the issue, law makers and transportation leaders believe something needs to be done about our state's transportation funding issues.
A fuel tax is the main funding method currently used for road improvements, but revenue has declined due to more fuel efficient vehicles. All the while, construction costs continue to rise and the need for additional and improved infrastructure is increasing.
"Obviously the current system we're using now is probably insufficient given changes that are occurring," State Senator Robert Duncan said.
Duncan suggests toll roads could also be a solution in congested areas of the state. "...While they're unpopular when you propose them, once they're completed, people are really, I think, satisfied with the ease in congestion and the option that they provide," he said.
CLICK HERE to read the full article, "State leaders examine mileage tax option."
A fuel tax is the main funding method currently used for road improvements, but revenue has declined due to more fuel efficient vehicles. All the while, construction costs continue to rise and the need for additional and improved infrastructure is increasing.
"Obviously the current system we're using now is probably insufficient given changes that are occurring," State Senator Robert Duncan said.
Duncan suggests toll roads could also be a solution in congested areas of the state. "...While they're unpopular when you propose them, once they're completed, people are really, I think, satisfied with the ease in congestion and the option that they provide," he said.
CLICK HERE to read the full article, "State leaders examine mileage tax option."
Posted by Emily at January 20, 2010 11:20 AM 
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