Results: California is Increasing Gas Tax

Do you live in California?

The tax increases approved by the Democrat-dominated Legislature will help raise more than $5.2 billion annually to repair California's crumbling roads and bridges, improve mass transit, expand bike lanes and reduce traffic congestion. The state has a backlog of $130 billion in repair and replacement projects for its transportation system. Are you willing to pay more in gasoline tax to repair roads and bridges?

The bill signed by the governor will raise the state excise tax on gasoline by 12 cents, from 29.7 cents per gallon to 41.7 cents per gallon. The excise tax on diesel fuel will increase by 20 cents, from 16 cents per gallon to 36 cents per gallon, and the sales tax rate on diesel will increase from 9% to 13%. California already pays significantly more in taxes on gasoline than any other state. Do you think increasing prices at the pump is a good way to bring in revenue for street and road repairs?

Californians can expect to pay about $10 per month with the increased taxes and vehicle fees, per an analysis by the state Department of Transportation. Do you think $10 per month is a fair amount for drivers to pay in taxes to keep the roadways and bridges maintained?

The repeal of the gas tax is supported by Jon Coupal, president of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Assn. He thinks voters will still be angry about the tax hikes when they go to the polls. Do you think an increase in gasoline tax next month will likely have an impact on voters for the election?