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Washington Safe Routes to School
Committing state and federal support to the two Safe Routes to School programs. Passed. Read the legislation.
Model Policies
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Rhode Island Gas Tax Increase
Increased gas tax by 1 cent and created Transportation Infrastructure Fund to fund roads, bridges and transit. It is unclear if walking and biking are eligible for this funding. Learn more.
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Texas Gas Tax Increase Bills
Two bills to increase the gas tax. One would have raised it by 10 cents, and the other by 10 cents in two 5-cent increments. Not passed. Read the legislation: HB 395 and HB 399.
Success Stories
Pennsylvania Transportation Bill Means Millions for Trails, Walking and Biking
When Pennsylvania passed a comprehensive transportation bill, Act 89, in 2013, it was a big win for walking and biking in the state. The bill allocates funding for all modes of surface transportation—roads, transit, and yes, even walking and biking.
Although trails, walking and biking must...
Ohio - Local (Oxford Area) Trails Levy
Oxford, Ohio (location of Miami University) passes tax levy to build 12-mile trail system. Read more about the process of getting this initiative on the ballot.
The City of Oxford, Ohio passed a property tax levy on May 8, 2018 to fund the construction of its planned 12-mile multi-use trail...
