WA eyes pay-by-mile system

Pay-per-mile? Proposed legislation could replace Washington's gas tax
House Bill 1921 would gradually transition Washington state to a road usage charge system over the next 10 years.
Pay by the mile? Lawmakers propose charge for Washington state drivers
The proposed bill would implement a system charging drivers based on how much they drive in order to fund road maintenance and preservation.
Washington lawmakers introduce bill that would charge drivers for every mile driven
Washington State may soon make a major move in funding transportation infrastructure. On Tuesday, Washington State Transportation Committee Chair Jake Fey introduced House Bill 1921, which would phase in a road usage charge for drivers.
Washington state drivers could be charged per mile under proposed bill
The future for Washington drivers may include a pay-per-mile system. Some state lawmakers are seeking to offset declining gas tax revenue, as cars get more fuel efficient and electric vehicles get more popular.
Washington's pay-per-mile proposal gets committee hearing
Under the law, owners of electric and hybrid vehicles could voluntarily start paying 2.6 cents for every mile they drive beginning in 2027.
Washington Legislature again proposes road usage fee for funding transportation
The Washington Legislature has reintroduced a proposal to establish a new road usage fee aimed at generating transportation revenue based on motor vehicle use.
Proposed Washington bill asks for road usage tax
A proposed house bill would require drivers to pay per mile they drive, rather than pay a gas tax.
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