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Washington state report recommends VMT to fund highway system

January 28, 2020

A new report by the state of Washington highlights the necessity and benefits of moving away from fuel taxes and transitioning to a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) system to fund the state’s highway system.

The Washington State Transportation Commission, after an extensive investigation, analysis, and pilot phase, recommends the state begin its initial move away from fuel taxes to avoid long-term issues with financing the increasing and evolving needs of our modern highway system.

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