Fuel taxation in some states quadruple federal taxation on fuel.

[SeaDaddy1]

As of January, 2012. Regardless of price per gallon at the pump, we pay federal taxes of 18.4 cents per gallon. Diesel is locked in at a federal 24.4 cents per gallon. In addition to the federal tax, US citizens pay an additional 26.4 to 67.4 cents per gallon in taxes, depending on what state you live in.

http://www.easy-tax-information.com/state-gasoline-taxes.html

The 5 highest fuel tax states are NY, CA, CT, HI, and MI.

Also, CITGO is owned by Venezuela and controlled by President Hugo Chavez. Venezuelans pay about 6 cents per gallon.

 

[SeaDaddy1]

Fuel taxes were originally introduced as a temporary tax in the 1930s to help pay for interstates and to balance the Federal budget. 80 years later, we see how well that's worked, haven't we?

 

[chillywilly2]

Considering all the interstates you have, I think it worked just fine.

I guess now they need the money for upkeep.

PS LOL at temporary tax...that was income tax as well

 

[bronzeage]

Fuel taxes were originally introduced as a temporary tax in the 1930s to help pay for interstates and to balance the Federal budget. 80 years later, we see how well that's worked, haven't we?

I guess if you don't count the fact a person with a car can go just about anywhere in this country on an all weather pavement and never have to ford a river or stream, it didn't work out well at all.

Imagine how much smaller a state governments budget would be if no gasoline was sold at all.

 

[JohnnySavage]

I think the Federal and state fuel tax should be tripled and the extra money used for something I need. Mostly because I only use about 15 gallons of gas a month and am all for taxing someone else for things I want.

 

[kotori]

Fuel taxes were originally introduced as a temporary tax in the 1930s to help pay for interstates and to balance the Federal budget. 80 years later, we see how well that's worked, haven't we?

Interstates weren't until the 1950's, but whatever. These taxes are still "usage" fees which pay for infrastructure. You know why the price of gas in Europe is more than twice that in the States? Taxes. You know why Europe has world-class rail service? Taxes.

 

[shoulderblade]

I think the Federal and state fuel tax should be tripled and the extra money used for something I need. Mostly because I only use about 15 gallons of gas a month and am all for taxing someone else for things I want.

The US federal tax is very low relative to other western industrialized nations. I think you would have to double it to bring it into line with even Canada and probably more to match Europe.

That said distributing gasoline as a low taxed commodity has worked well generally for the US and I doubt that there is a politician alive who would venture into serious price hikes in this area. Low tax fuel has worked its way into the fabric of society and will likely stay there.

 

[richard_daily]

As of January, 2012. Regardless of price per gallon at the pump, we pay federal taxes of 18.4 cents per gallon. Diesel is locked in at a federal 24.4 cents per gallon. In addition to the federal tax, US citizens pay an additional 26.4 to 67.4 cents per gallon in taxes, depending on what state you live in.

http://www.easy-tax-information.com/state-gasoline-taxes.html

The 5 highest fuel tax states are NY, CA, CT, HI, and MI.

Also, CITGO is owned by Venezuela and controlled by President Hugo Chavez. Venezuelans pay about 6 cents per gallon.

So you're saying that a socialist model is better in terms of taxation than what we have now?

 

[bronzeage]

So you're saying that a socialist model is better in terms of taxation than what we have now?

I think he is saying, he is tired of helping to pay for the government services which raise the standard of living of all people in this nation and would like to continue using these services, but not pay for them.

 

[dirtwrench]

Yep, what he said ^^^^^^^^. That is the way I understood it too.

 

[remy_lebeau8]

Ya the taxes are supposed to be used to fix roads and shit...have you guys seen michigan roads?Fuckin A. Even ohio has nicer roads and those guys cant figure out how to pour coffee!(toledo ares anyway)

 

[richard_daily]

I think he is saying, he is tired of helping to pay for the government services which raise the standard of living of all people in this nation and would like to continue using these services, but not pay for them.

I would suggest someplace for him to move to that would better suit his needs, but I'm drawing a blank. I am not sure that such a place exists.

 

[bronzeage]

I would suggest someplace for him to move to that would better suit his needs, but I'm drawing a blank. I am not sure that such a place exists.

Somalia comes to mind. The taxes there are very low.

 

[LiFeNdEaTh]

the prices here for gas is hideous....

fuck CT!

 

[Bad_Doggie]

I think he is saying, he is tired of helping to pay for the government services which raise the standard of living of all people in this nation and would like to continue using these services, but not pay for them.

It’s a daily occurrence, and not just by him.

The only real question is why?

Woof!

 

[bronzeage]

It’s a daily occurrence, and not just by him.

The only real question is why?

Woof!

It's a common thing is this country. People think the government services they use are a natural phenomena, like rain or sunshine. They don't see any reason to pay for them, but can't help notice other people who aren't paying their share.

 

[trysail]

It's a common thing is this country. People think the government services they use are a natural phenomena, like rain or sunshine. They don't see any reason to pay for them, but can't help notice other people who aren't paying their share.

We'll be awaiting your advice.



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[Bad_Doggie]

It's a common thing is this country. People think the government services they use are a natural phenomena, like rain or sunshine. They don't see any reason to pay for them, but can't help notice other people who aren't paying their share.

The strange phenomena I’ve noticed, at least here on this board, is that they don’t seem to mind some people not paying their share, so long as it’s the right kinda people. I believe it's supposed to trickle down or something.

But, yeah increased military sending, a few nation building projects and not a Dollar more! It’s magic.

Woof!

 

[MzzDazy]

Ya the taxes are supposed to be used to fix roads and shit...have you guys seen michigan roads?Fuckin A. Even ohio has nicer roads and those guys cant figure out how to pour coffee!(toledo ares anyway)

LOL I always seem to notice 1/2 of 75 closed off due to construction, (Usually on Holiday weekends when traffic is heaviest, yet there's never anyone out there working), but when it's done, it never seems to be any better than it was before...

 

[Squibbs]

I paid $1.14/L today.

 

[RjThoughts]

What? No one's blaming the unions for this??

 

[remy_lebeau8]

LOL I always seem to notice 1/2 of 75 closed off due to construction, (Usually on Holiday weekends when traffic is heaviest, yet there's never anyone out there working), but when it's done, it never seems to be any better than it was before...

Seems that way. 75 is clear my way but 94 and 96 are all fucked up around detroit

 

[SeaDaddy1]

I guess if you don't count the fact a person with a car can go just about anywhere in this country on an all weather pavement and never have to ford a river or stream, it didn't work out well at all.

Imagine how much smaller a state governments budget would be if no gasoline was sold at all.

Actually, I think its' pretty damn easy to navigate roads today in comparison to how I grew up. Where I'm from, I remember when many secondary roads and all rural country roads were dirt roads. After snowstorms and severe floods, we had to worry about old bridges collapsing, trees blocking roads, or total washouts of sections of road. It was up to the local community and farmers to clear the roads in the event of bad weather if road blockage wasn't on interstate or state roads.

It was simply a way of life for many in northern TN 20-30 years ago. Certainly more difficult in generations past. Especially during snowy, winter months. No one complained. But if you lived way out in the boonies or small town, you needed a tractor or had to be friends with someone that owned one, and possibly one with a plow attachment to clear a back road to your house.

So you're saying that a socialist model is better in terms of taxation than what we have now?

I think he is saying, he is tired of helping to pay for the government services which raise the standard of living of all people in this nation and would like to continue using these services, but not pay for them.

Not really complaining, just surprised the amount of fuel taxation is so high in some states. Sometimes I do wonder if those taxes are being properly utilized.
It seemed a 'hush, hush' issue in the elections on road commissioners these past elections in the state of GA. As if most of us voting were ignorant of how and where those fuel tax dollars are being spent.

 

[miles]

Fuel taxes were originally introduced as a temporary tax in the 1930s to help pay for interstates and to balance the Federal budget. 80 years later, we see how well that's worked, haven't we?

"Temporary tax" - LMAO!

 

[SeaDaddy1]

LOL I always seem to notice 1/2 of 75 closed off due to construction, (Usually on Holiday weekends when traffic is heaviest, yet there's never anyone out there working), but when it's done, it never seems to be any better than it was before...

It usually is. If I-75 gets any wider coming out of Atlanta, then motorists will need binoculars to see across the lanes before exiting.