A mileage tax for Michigan motorists? Lawmakers want $5M for pilot program
Road usage charges are among the alternative road funding options policymakers are exploring to address long-term revenue needs for Michigan’s transportation network. (Shutterstock)
- Budget plans set for votes in Michigan Legislature include $5 million for a ‘road usage charge’ pilot program
- Push for road funding alternatives comes amid projections gas taxes revenue will to decline because of electric, hybrid cars
- Privacy concerns about placing GPS trackers in vehicles persist