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House trims proposed transfer to transportation fund to 30% of new growth and approves S.B. 229
Summary
Lawmakers amended S.B. 229 to shift 30% (not 40%) of next‑year growth in automobile‑related sales‑tax revenue to a transportation TIF account, debating whether sales tax diversion erodes a 'drivers pay for roads' principle. The bill passed the House 60–10 and will return to the Senate.
The Utah House on March 10 amended and approved Senate Bill 229, changing an amendment from 40% to 30% of new growth in automobile‑related sales‑tax revenue to be dedicated to the Transportation Investment Fund (TIF).
Representative Deeb (identified on the floor as Representative D) explained the amendment reduces the share moved from growth in automobile sales‑tax receipts from…
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