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California Gas Tax Hikes and the Road Ahead | Fort Wayne News
California just raised its gas tax by 2.2 cents, bringing the total to 63.4 cents per gallon — a hike mandated since 2017 to fund roads and transit. With over $7.5 billion projected for the next fiscal year, the money splits between highways, local roads, and public transit — though some lawmakers argue too much is going toward high-speed rail. As the state already has the highest gas taxes in the nation, drivers feel the pinch, especially with gas prices soaring above $6 per gallon in some areas. With electric vehicles on the rise, experts are exploring alternatives like per-mile fees to…
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