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Oregon lawmakers grapple with transportation policy

The article from OPB dated May 8, 2025, discusses Oregon's ongoing challenges with transportation funding. It highlights the state's efforts to address a significant shortfall in the transportation budget, exacerbated by declining gas tax revenues due to increased fuel efficiency and the rise of electric vehicles. Oregon lawmakers are considering various solutions, including potential increases in vehicle registration fees, a road usage charge, and exploring new funding mechanisms like public-private partnerships. The article also touches on the public's mixed reactions to these proposals, with some supporting innovative funding methods while others are concerned about the impact on low-income families. Additionally, it mentions the importance of maintaining and expanding public transit options to reduce reliance on personal vehicles and decrease overall transportation costs.

Read the Full OPB Article at:
[ https://www.opb.org/article/2025/05/08/transportation-funding-oregon/ ]