Illinois Considers Mileage Tax Amid Declining Road Funds
In response to dwindling road funds attributed to improved fuel efficiency, Illinois lawmakers are exploring a tax based on miles driven rather than fuel consumption.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 9 days ago
Illinois lawmakers are contemplating a new approach to funding road maintenance as better fuel economy continues to reduce traditional revenue sources.
The proposed tax would charge drivers based on the number of miles they drive, shifting the financial burden from fuel consumption to distance traveled.
This initiative aims to address the challenges posed by decreasing road funds, although specific details on implementation remain unclear.