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Commission directs staff to prepare opposition to proposed tire tax bill
Summary
Commissioners directed staff to draft a letter opposing HB 3362, a proposed 4% tire tax with proceeds to transit, tire pollution mitigation and wildlife crossings, citing potential burdens on rural vehicle owners.
The commission directed county staff to prepare a letter and possible testimony opposing House Bill 3362, a proposed 4 percent tire tax. Staff briefed commissioners that public testimony at a March 3 hearing was overwhelmingly opposed and that the Association of Oregon Counties had recommended opposition, citing potential impacts on rural residents and agricultural operators who rely on heavy equipment and specialty tires.
Commissioners discussed the bill’s proposed distribution: 50¢ of each dollar to public transit, 25¢ to tire pollution and mitigation, and 25¢ to wildlife crossings. One commissioner said the county would consider supporting a tax that directly benefited county roads but opposed the proposed distribution.
The commission voted to direct the county legislative liaison to draft opposition materials and prepare testimony if the committee schedule allows; the motion was seconded and approved on a voice vote.
