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Democrats Unveil Transportation Framework

(Salem, OR) -- Democrats in the Oregon Legislature have released more information about the transportation bill that's being developed. It maintains current programs and adds millions of dollars in new programs. It also includes significant tax increases. It would double the gas tax to 80 cents a gallon by 2032. Vehicle registration fees and title fees would increase, and the weight/mile tax for commercial trucks would also go up. The employee payroll rate would increase by half a percent. New vehicle sales would be taxed two percent. Used vehicle sales over 10 thousand dollars would be taxed one percent. Bike sales would be taxed eight-tenths of a percent. The final bill has not been released.

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