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msnbc.comtechnology39 days ago
House Bill Would Require Electric Vehicle Owners to Pay Annual Road Fee
A House transportation bill introduced this week would require owners of electric cars to pay $130 each year to help cover the cost of road repairs. The measure aims to address funding shortfalls created by reduced gasoline tax revenue.
naturalnews.compolitics45 days ago
Trump Proposes 90-Day Suspension of Federal Gasoline and Diesel Taxes
President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed a temporary suspension of the federal gasoline tax amid rising fuel costs tied to the war with Iran. Sen. Josh Hawley introduced legislation for a 90-day pause that would affect the 18.4-cent-per-gallon gasoline levy and 24.4-cent diesel…
business49 days ago
Federal Budget Allocates $2 Billion for Local Infrastructure to Support New Housing
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will unveil the $2 billion fund on Tuesday alongside capital gains tax and negative gearing changes. The program builds on a prior $1 billion allocation and contrasts with the Coalition's $5 billion 2025 election pledge. It aims to deliver an extra 65,000 h…
rnz.co.nzpolitics51 days ago
Farrer By-Election Called for May 2026 After Sussan Ley's Departure
Voters go to the polls Thursday in the New South Wales federal seat of Farrer to replace Sussan Ley, who held it for 25 years. Nationals leader Matt Canavan conceded the contest will be difficult against One Nation and independent candidates. Separately, the federal government co…