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Local Transportation Ballot Measures Aren’t Supporting Better Transportation Choices

By Melanie Curry | Aug 1, 2022 | No Comments

In November, voters in regions around the state will be asked to vote on local sales tax measures to raise money for transportation, which often means more highways.

Fresno Transportation Tax Fight Encapsulates California’s Divisions

By Melanie Curry | Jul 8, 2022 | No Comments

The county Council of Governments, which led decisions on the proposed tax measure's content, wants to fund freeways, but the city needs transit, sidewalks, and bike lanes

Which travel mode produces more greenhouse gas emissions? Photo by Michael Sacuskie

Opinion: Gov. Newsom’s Gas Rebate Won’t Fix Anything

By Jenn Guitart and Jason Henderson | Apr 5, 2022 | No Comments

High gas prices should not be seen as just a political crisis. They are also an opportunity to reduce climate pollution, end fossil fuel wars, reduce traffic congestion, and increase public health through active transportation.

Caltrans Announces Sustainable Transportation Grants

By Melanie Curry | Apr 4, 2022 | No Comments

A mix of state and federal funds will go towards planning a variety of sustainable transportation projects, including transit, bike, pedestrian, and electric vehicles.

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Gas Tax Holiday Is a Stupid Idea that Will Hurt Transit Riders, Advocates Say

By Dave Colon | Mar 29, 2022 | No Comments

A ‘gas tax holiday’ does little to help people most hurt by rising prices, takes revenue away from needed road and transit investments, and completely contradicts climate goals. It could also have a negative impact on transit agencies' bond ratings, which means higher borrowing costs that would need to be paid back with higher fares.

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Opinion: Alternatives to California’s Pro-Car Giveaway

By Charles Komanoff | Mar 29, 2022 | No Comments

Of the myriad motorist giveaways now being rushed into place around the U.S., none sting like California’s.

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