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Senate approves phased gasoline-tax increase to fund bridge and maintenance work
Summary
The Utah Senate approved a second substitute to Senate Bill 160 that raises the gasoline tax 5¢ immediately and by 1¢ in each of the next four years (a total 9¢ increase), with smaller, phased increases for diesel and other fuels. Sponsors said the revenue will help pay for bridge replacements and maintenance; the measure passed on a roll call.
The Utah Senate on March 9 passed a second substitute to Senate Bill 160 that restructures fuel taxes and raises the gasoline tax by 5¢ per gallon immediately, followed by 1¢ annual increases for four years, totaling a 9¢ increase at the end of the five-year schedule. Senator Van Tassel, sponsor of the substitute, said the change is designed to generate revenue for near-term transportation needs.
"We're looking for a 5¢ increase in the gasoline tax effective this…
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