Oklahoma drivers could soon pay gas taxes by the mile rather than at the pump

The Oklahoman Mindy Ragan Wood, Oklahoma Voice

September 19, 2023

A state transportation study is examining whether Oklahoma drivers should be taxed per mile instead of at the gas pump.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is conducting the Fair Miles Oklahoma pilot project as a pay-per-mile alternative to the existing 20-cent tax that is added on to each gallon of fuel. The study was authorized in 2021 by the state Legislature and must be completed no later than Dec. 31, according to House Bill 1712.

Transportation Department spokesperson Bryce Boyer said as cars become more fuel efficient and more drivers choose electric vehicles, the gas tax revenue used to repair roads and bridges declines. The study will develop a per-mile rate to match the current gas tax rate for a possible replacement model.

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