On the recordJanuary 21, 2009
Clearly, more public money will be needed and we should seriously consider an increase in the Federal gas tax, which hasn't been raised in 16 years.
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congress.govJames Oberstar: “Clearly, more public money will be needed and we should seriously consider an increase in the Federal gas tax, which…”
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Oberstar emphasizes the need for increased funding for infrastructure through a gas tax hike.
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