Feb 1, 2007 | Legislative
The state’s main business group, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, announced publicly today support for a sizeable funding increase for transportation, including a nine-cent gas tax increase phased in over three years. While outlining the Chamber’s legislative...
Jan 31, 2007 | Legislative
A bill pending in the state Senate would set up a 7-member task force and a 12-member citizens advisory panel to consider long-term transportation funding options and the possible elimination of the 19-cent gas tax. With transportation funding reliant on a per gallon...
Jan 31, 2007 | Legislative
The U.S. House Appropriations Committee announced today that the FY07 joint resolution will fund highways and transit at the SAFETEA-LU authorized levels, avoiding a potential $158 million cut for Michigan transportation spending. A budget bill pending in Congress...
Jan 4, 2007 | Legislative
Last year proved to be a busy and productive year for MITA’s legislative operations. From lobbying for increased infrastructure funding to regulatory reforms and tax relief, MITA is proud to tout a series of impressive accomplishments for 2006. A recap of last year’s...
Jan 3, 2007 | Legislative
A MITA-led effort to reinstate a construction industry hours of service exemption for intrastate truck drivers was signed by the governor December 30th and is already in effect. House Bill 6663, sponsored Rep Phil LaJoy (R-Canton Twp.), will create expanded hours of...
