Infrastructure Finance

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  Commentary

  Creating the Right Incentives for State and Local Governments to Reduce Disaster Costs

  Oct 14, 2020

  In the United States, federal, state, and local governments share responsibility for paying for losses from disasters. As the frequency and severity of disasters has increased, so have the losses. It’s worth considering whether the current risk-sharing approach is appropriate.

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  Commentary

  Navigating Speed Bumps to a Possible Federal Vehicle Miles Traveled Fee

  Mar 26, 2021

  It's been clear for years that the gas tax has been losing its ability to pay for America's existing roads and bridges, let alone improvements and new construction. A vehicle miles traveled fee could provide a potential option for a 21st-century transportation funding system.