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Oregon’s gas tax vote delay bill faces backlash over transparency and funding fears.
A bill to move Oregon’s gas tax increase vote from November to May’s primary faced strong opposition during its first hearing, with over 3,300 online comments against it and fewer than 50 in favor.
Critics accuse Democrats of avoiding political risk by delaying the vote, while supporters say early action is needed for transportation funding.
The tax would raise gas taxes by 6 cents and increase vehicle and payroll fees.
With the bill stalled, Oregon’s DOT faces a $242 million funding gap and may cut positions.
A key hearing was poorly publicized, as the bill was missing from the legislature’s official website minutes before it was discussed, raising concerns about transparency and public access.
El proyecto de ley de retraso de la votación del impuesto al gas de Oregon enfrenta una reacción violenta por la transparencia y los temores de financiamiento.