FACT: One-third of all fatal and serious traffic crashes are due at least in part to poor road conditions.


Road tax proposal in Grand Rapids might not be unique: Which city will be next?

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23rd August

A new form of local revenue for roads could become a topic for cities across Michigan.



Yahoo News: Are electric cars freeloaders?

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14th August

Everyone uses the roads, whether they drive vehicles that are electric, hybrid or gas-fueled, but not everyone pays the same to use the roads.



Lawmakers Consider Money From Gas Go To Roads

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7th August

The legislature is looking at a new idea to fund roads: link school funding to road funding.






Latest News and Blog Posts

Come back frequently for the latest news on Michigan's roads crisis, along with blog posts from members of our coalition and others who agree: just fix the roads now!

MDOT Reality Check: Prevent Potholes With Investment
November 24, 2014
Potholes are a symptom of poor road funding.
MDOT Reality Check: Michigan Gas Taxes
November 21, 2014
MDOT explains the real details on gas taxes that are paid at at the pump.
MDOT Reality Check #2: More Road Salt Isn’t Always Better
November 20, 2014
MDOT Reality Check #2: More Salt Please!
November 2014 Local Road Tax Election Results
November 19, 2014
Just a reminder to us all that the public is willing to invest in our roads and bridges.
MDOT Myth Debunking Videos

MDOT's Reality Check videos debunk myths surrounding road funding.
Michigan Senate Approves Gas Tax Hike For Long-Term Road Funding
November 14, 2014
The Michigan Senate approved a gas tax hike, which now goes to the House for consideration.
Local Communities Doing Their Part To Fund Michigan Roads; 28 Counties, Numerous Cities, Villages Now Have Road Millages
November 12, 2014
The County Road Association of Michigan is calling on the Legislature to do its part to fund transportation.