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FEBRUARY 26, 2009

Average annual capital needs and gap estimates, all levels of government, 2008-35 (in 2008 dollars). A bi-partisan Congressionally-created commission has recommended a shift from motor fuel taxes to direct fees charged to transportation infrastructure users—i.e., Click to enlarge. The nation faces a crisis.

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Mileage Tax Fuel Tax Tax Financing 170

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APRIL 21, 2011

Other state DOTs also are researching alternative financing methods to supplement or replace a gas tax. In May and June 2007, Mn/DOT conducted qualitative research to understand public opinion about a mileage-based user fee alternative to the current motor fuel tax.

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Fuel Tax Tax Minnesota Fuel 262

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DECEMBER 21, 2009

In spring the Chancellor presents the annual Budget statement, which includes a detailed assessment of the state of the economy and the nation’s finances. In his statement, the Chancellor may announce changes to taxes and new spending measures. As also announced in the 2008 Budget, the 20 pence per liter (US$1.21

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MARCH 25, 2009

In Great Britain vehicles are heavily taxed via fuel taxes, the value added tax, registration fees and location specific congestion charges and the cumulative effect of these taxes can have a significant impact on a vehicle’s operating cost. The Maxity, a 7.5 were cleared in the EU last year.

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