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Senate panel hears sharp debate over proposed sustainable aviation fuel tax credit Lawmakers, analysts and stakeholders clashed over a proposed $1–$2/gallon diesel‑excise tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), weighing potential local road funding losses and uncertain climate benefits against refinery jobs and greater in‑state SAF supply.

2 weeks ago

California's Senate is locked in a fierce debate over a controversial tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel, with strong opinions on both sides about its potential impact on jobs and local road funding.

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Citizen Portal News Michigan

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3 weeks ago

EUPTA approves FY2026 budget amid state funding uncertainty The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority board passed its FY2026 budget, while Finance Director Ms. Gordon warned that proposed state conditions and incomplete federal allocations leave key reimbursements and service impacts uncertain.

EUPTA's FY2026 budget is approved, but looming state funding uncertainties could drastically impact transportation services in Michigan's eastern Upper Peninsula.

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Citizen Portal News New Mexico

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3 weeks ago

Cibola County Commission approves resolutions, accepts $2M bridge award and directs staff to market county property At its Oct. 26 meeting the Cibola County Commission unanimously approved a package of financial resolutions and requisitions, accepted an additional $2,000,000 for the Moquino Llano Bridge through an NMDOT program, and directed staff to publish interest in county-owned property at 515 W. High Street.

Cibola County just secured an extra $2 million for the Moquino Llano Bridge while also approving significant purchases and marketing county property!

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Citizen Portal News Illinois

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3 weeks ago

Madison County board adopts FY2023 budget and levy, keeps property-tax rate unchanged; approves vehicle and capital purchases The board approved the FY2023 budget and a tax levy package for Dec. 1, 2022–Nov. 30, 2023 while not increasing the county’s property-tax levy, and approved a set of capital purchases and committee resolutions including vehicle buys and highway project funding.

Madison County's board has adopted a budget that keeps property taxes flat for the fifth year in a row while addressing critical needs in public safety and community services.

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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3 weeks ago

KYTC recommends $1.17 million allocation for Fleming County roads; $650,000 pledged for Grange City Covered Bridge Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District Nine presented FY2022–23 Rural Secondary recommendations totaling $1,441,060 available funds and recommended $530,175 in expenditures; the Fiscal Court unanimously approved Resolution 22-1366 accepting the plan. Senator Stephen West announced $650,000 for the Grange City Covered Bridge restoration.

Fleming County just secured over $1.4 million for road improvements and a historic bridge restoration—what’s next for local infrastructure?

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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3 weeks ago

House approves changes to Climate Commitment Account distribution after floor debate The House passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 22-51, which rearranges how Climate Commitment Account auction revenue is distributed, after members debated reductions to air-quality and health-disparities accounts and allocations to a new CCA operating account. The bill passed 54-40 with 4 excused.

The House just passed a contentious bill that reshapes the future of Climate Commitment Act revenue, sparking fierce debate over health and transportation funding!

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County staff asks commissioners to weigh in on proposed MPO boundary expansion that could boost federal transportation funding County planning staff presented options to expand the Calvert–St. Mary’s MPO boundary to include additional urbanized areas (Chesapeake Beach, Leonardtown), potentially increasing federal planning funds and eligibility for transportation studies. Commissioners asked staff to consult Leonardtown and report back.

3 weeks ago

A proposed expansion of the Calvert–St. Mary’s MPO could unlock millions in federal transportation funds and reshape planning for urbanized areas like Leonardtown!

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Citizen Portal News Iowa

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4 weeks ago

Wright County opts to apply for STBG funding to rebuild segments of R 38 using concrete (Option 1) After weighing four alternatives for R 38 preservation, the board voted to submit a Region 5 Surface Transportation Block Grant application for Option 1, a heavier-duty concrete repair that county staff estimate will be longer‑lasting and require federal STP/STBG funds plus farm-to-market supplements.

Wright County supervisors just approved a major funding application to revitalize R 38 with a durable concrete solution that promises to outlast asphalt for decades!

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Citizen Portal News Nevada

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4 weeks ago

Experts brief Nevada committee on EV fees, mileage charges and delivery/charging levies as revenue options The National Conference of State Legislatures, the Guinn Center and CDM Smith presented models ranging from flat EV registration fees to road‑usage charges, estimating potential revenue and outlining equity and implementation tradeoffs for Nevada.

Nevada lawmakers are exploring innovative solutions to replace dwindling fuel-tax revenue as electric vehicles take over the roads—could a new EV registration fee be the answer?

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Atascadero council adopts SLOCOG's final transportation-expenditure plan for a possible half-cent sales tax Council voted 4-1 to approve SLOCOG's final transportation-expenditure plan, which would route about $2.0 million a year to Atascadero for local road and safety work and make the city eligible to compete for North County regional corridor funds if voters approve a proposed half-cent countywide sales tax.

4 weeks ago

Atascadero City Council's bold vote could pave the way for $35 million annually in transportation funding—will voters take the plunge in 2026?

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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4 weeks ago

Brevard officials say federal rail grant competition is tight after Washington meetings County leaders reported meetings with U.S. Department of Transportation and federal lawmakers about a rail grant application and said the application is strong but competitive, with initial review expected possibly in June.

Brevard County officials just wrapped up promising talks in D.C. about a federal rail grant that could transform local transit—will they secure the funding they need?

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County hears federal and state legislative briefing; earmark deadlines and housing bills highlighted Paragon Government Relations and the county’s state lobbyist briefed supervisors on recent NACO meetings, congressional earmark processes and legislative items including the Basics Act, farm bill timing, and competing housing packages; speakers flagged HR1 (tax changes) impacts on county services.

4 weeks ago

Solano County is on the brink of significant funding opportunities, with new legislative developments paving the way for crucial community projects like an emergency mobile command center.

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Citizen Portal News South Carolina

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4 weeks ago

House transportation plan proposes $500M for DOT plus bridge and interstate acceleration Representative Crawford told the budget briefing the transportation proposal would direct $500 million to the Department of Transportation, $250 million for bridge modernization, $125 million for interstate acceleration, $100 million for neighborhood paving and $70 million for airport infrastructure.

South Carolina's new transportation proposal promises a whopping $500 million to transform infrastructure, tackling everything from bridge updates to highway expansions!

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Citizen Portal News Alaska

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4 weeks ago

DOT warns Marine Highway faces shortfall as FTA grant is delayed; offers bridge plan DOT told the House Finance Committee that a delayed Federal Transit Administration rural ferry grant has created a revenue shortfall for the Alaska Marine Highway System and outlined a bridge plan that would use state AMHS revenue and a one‑year swap of federal authority to avoid service disruption through August–September 2026.

The Alaska Marine Highway System is facing a critical funding gap that could disrupt vital services for coastal communities—what's the plan to bridge this financial crisis?

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House rejects amendment to tie WMATA funding to property-tax gains near stations The Maryland House rejected a minority‑leader amendment to the Metro Funding Modification Act that would have directed state property‑tax revenue increases near WMATA stations to WMATA. The amendment, which the sponsor said targeted about $140 million a year, failed on a roll call.

4 weeks ago

The Maryland House of Delegates just rejected a pivotal amendment that could have funneled $140 million directly to WMATA from rising property taxes near transit stations!

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House adopts amendments to Metro funding bill after floor debate over $145.1 million reallocation Floor amendments to the Metro Funding Modification Act were adopted; delegates debated whether the proposal reassigns $145.1 million of transportation trust fund capital — a reallocation some said benefits WMATA regionally and others warned would cut projects elsewhere.

1 month ago

The House just adopted crucial amendments to the Metro Funding Modification Act, sparking intense debate over a $145.1 million reallocation that could reshape transit funding across Maryland!

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Assembly committee warns of near‑term cash‑flow risk for High Speed Rail; LAO and inspector general press for clearer funding plan Legislators heard from the LAO and the HSRA inspector general that the authority’s 2026 draft business plan leaves a near‑term cash‑flow gap, depends on statutory changes and assumed savings, and lacks a timing‑based funding schedule; HSRA says it can complete Merced‑to‑Bakersfield with current funding assumptions but acknowledges cash‑flow risks and pursuit of private partners.

1 month ago

California's High Speed Rail project faces a looming cash-flow crisis that could derail its ambitious timeline, with lawmakers demanding a clearer funding plan to ensure its future.

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Citizen Portal News Wisconsin

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1 month ago

Board endorses WCHA model resolution urging sustainable state transportation funding Supervisors voted to send a Wisconsin County Highways Association resolution urging the governor and legislature to adopt a comprehensive, sustainable transportation funding plan, while debating local options such as the wheel tax and prioritization of county road projects.

Richland County is taking a stand for sustainable transportation funding, urging state leaders to act now before it's too late!

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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1 month ago

Martin County MPO keeps Commissioner Hurd as chair amid TMA funding dispute The Martin County MPO re-elected Commissioner Hurd as chair and named Mayor DePaulo vice chair; Hurd offered to continue representing the MPO in upcoming negotiations over a disputed TMA funding split with St. Lucie, saying the county could stand to lose substantial federal TMA funds.

Commissioner Hurd has been re-elected as chair of the Martin County MPO amid urgent negotiations over a potentially costly TMA funding dispute with St. Lucie.

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Citizen Portal News South Carolina

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1 month ago

Beaufort County advisory committee weighs projects and a possible sales-tax referendum to pay for roads The Transportation Advisory Committee set a schedule and began prioritizing projects for a potential November referendum to raise funds for road work; the county engineer estimated tourists could pay roughly 60% of a proposed sales tax, and the committee will continue community outreach.

Beaufort County is eyeing a November referendum that could transform its roads, with tourists potentially footing 60% of the bill!

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

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1 month ago

Legislators review draft mileage-based user fee for electric vehicles, agency proposes 1.4¢/mile A legislative committee reviewed draft language to charge battery-electric vehicles about 1.4¢ per mile, intended to approximate fuel-tax contributions, with DMV invoicing, inspection-based odometer readings, exemptions left open and an annual adjustment tied to the National Highway Construction Cost Index.

Vermont is considering a new mileage-based user fee for electric vehicles, charging 1.4¢ per mile to help fill the funding gap left by decreased fuel taxes.

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Citizen Portal News Missouri

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1 month ago

Road board update: $40 million annual sales‑tax revenue funds 100 active projects and $98.5M obligated in 2026 Road board managing director Amanda Brower updated the council on the transportation sales tax program, the TIP (100 active projects), funding sources, project scoring and key timelines; members asked about federal funds, bike/ped facilities and reimbursements from MoDOT.

St. Charles County's road board is set to invest $40 million annually into 100 active projects, including improved bike paths and major roadway upgrades.

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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1 month ago

Committee advances HB 481 with amendment adjusting road‑usage date, clarifies UDOT leasing and fund flow The committee favorably recommended second-substitute HB 481—an omnibus transportation bill with UDOT jurisdiction clarifications, authority to lease mobility‑hub space, repeal of the clean‑vehicle decal program, and changes to road usage charges including a $280 annual registration—after amending an implementation date from 2027 to 2028.

Utah's HB 481 is shaking up transportation with new UDOT powers, a $280 registration fee, and a shift in how funds are allocated—what does it mean for you?

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