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

Tag: Michigan roads


MDOT Reality Check: Michigan Gas Taxes

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21st November

MDOT explains the real details on gas taxes that are paid at at the pump.



Survey Highlights Public Misconception Regarding Gas Taxes

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13th October

A recent survey highlights public misconception regarding gas taxes and shows that they want more investment in roads.



How Much is Legislative Inaction on Road Funding Costing Us?

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17th September

Legislative inaction on road funding is costing Michigan taxpayers $2.7 million per day.



SEMCOG: Michigan Lawmakers Need to Get On Fixing State’s Roads Now

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8th September

SEMCOG urges legislative action on Michigan’s roads



Editorial: Lawmakers clueless on Michigan’s road to ruin

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3rd September

The Michigan Legislature needs to pay attention to Michigan road funding, not wolves, according to this editorial by the Detroit Free Press.



Susan J. Demas: Detroit flood isn’t enough to push GOP Legislature to lead on roads

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26th August

After essentially taking the summer off to campaign, leaders have thrown up their hands on roads, which voters say is their No. 1 issue.



State Officials Need To Act On Michigan Roads

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21st July

This opinion page piece from the Midland Daily News takes the Michigan Legislature to task for their inaction on road funding.



New TRIP Report: Michigan Among States With 30% or More Major Rural Roads in Disrepair

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10th July

A new national report shows that 32 percent of rural roads in Michigan are in poor condition.



Legislators Go On Summer Recess Without Road Funding Solution

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13th June

Lawamkers are letting roads crumble while they take a summer break.



Associated Press: Road Funding Update

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12th June

Senators are revisiting the infrastructure investment issue today.






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.