Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has her own hurdles selling a gas tax hike. But as she notes, Republican leaders have yet to show how they would raise the more than $2 billion needed for roads as the Legislature breaks for summer recess.
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Here are 9 ways to build better roads in Michigan, from old tires to pig poop
Researchers in Michigan and elsewhere are studying new ways to increase the lifespan of roads and bridges. Could recycled materials and new methods of mixing asphalt be the future? See our slideshow.
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Michigan House GOP plans to replace sales tax on gasoline to fund roads
House Republicans intend to propose replacing Michigan’s 6 percent sales tax on gasoline purchases with an equal amount of gas tax, dedicating the revenue to roads. Some Democrats say they’re concerned about the impact of losing sales tax revenue on schools and local governments.
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See how much a 45-cent Michigan gas tax might cost you
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants to solve the state’s crumbling roads with a 45-cent gas tax, money that she says would fix Michigan’s woeful roads. It would cost more but, she said, also save motorists hundreds in repair costs each year.
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Whitmer urges business to back gas tax, Michigan Republicans still balking
The Democratic governor pleaded with the state’s business leaders to pressure legislators on her $2.5 billion road proposal after signing auto insurance reform.
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Report: Michiganders divided on road funding options, just like Lansing
A survey by the Center for Michigan finds state residents agree that roads are bad and need fixing, but disagree on the best source of funding.
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Roads get spotlight, but 447 Michigan bridges in serious condition or worse
With not enough money in the state budget, and projections that these aging structures will only worsen, state transportation officials are seeking $1 billion to fix the most deteriorated bridges by 2025
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Find troubled Michigan bridges in your community
Use this interactive map to find bridges listed in serious or critical condition around Michigan
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Opinion | Puncturing the myths about Michigan road funding
Michigan roads have to be fixed and the money has to come from somewhere. Mike Nystrom responds to some of the common questions.
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Opinion | Let’s move people, not just cars, with $2.5 billion in Michigan road funding
It takes more than asphalt to fix Michigan’s transportation system. Let’s think of ways to encourage non-vehicle movement, too.