6/29/07-A bill died in the Senate Finance Committee that was intended to route more money for roadways in the state to help pay for a $14 billion backlog of needed improvements.
Sponsored by Sen. Mike Michot, R-Lafayette, SB52 would have earmarked some state sales and use tax dollars to parishes for road work. Distribution of taxes would have been based on the individual parish's car and truck sales.
5/23/07-A bill in the Senate Finance Committee is intended to route more money for roadways in the state to help pay for a $14 billion backlog of needed improvements.
Sponsored by Sen. Mike Michot, R-Lafayette, SB52 would earmark some state sales and use tax dollars to parishes for road work. Distribution of taxes would be based on the individual parish's car and truck sales.
For bill status, call (225) 342-2456. In Louisiana, call 1-800-256-3793.
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