Oregon voters decide whether transportation tax hikes take effect in Measure 120
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Updated · KGW.com · May 10
Oregon voters decide whether transportation tax hikes take effect in Measure 120
16 articles · Updated · KGW.com · May 10
The May primary vote covers a fuel-tax rise to 46 cents from 40, higher registration and title fees, and a doubled transit payroll tax.
A yes vote lets the increases fund road construction, maintenance and improvements statewide; a no vote blocks them and leaves current rates unchanged.
The referendum stems from a Republican petition against a Democratic funding package after tolling was shelved, with ODOT still facing budget pressure despite a $218m short-term fix.
With gas prices near $5, can Oregon afford to both pass and fail its proposed road repair tax?
As the gas tax dies, will tracking every mile you drive be the only way to fix our roads?