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HB 5084

AN ACT ELIMINATING THE HIGHWAY USE TAX.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mitch Bolinsky

Connecticut bill eliminating Highway Use Tax would cut transportation revenue without specifying replacement funding, potentially reducing infrastructure investment.

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Bill Summary · HB 5084

Legislative bill overview

HB 5084 proposes to eliminate Connecticut's Highway Use Tax, a tax levied on vehicle purchases and usage. The bill would remove this revenue source entirely from the state's transportation and general fund financing mechanisms. This represents a complete repeal of the existing tax structure rather than a reform or adjustment.

Why is this important

The Highway Use Tax currently generates significant state revenue used for transportation infrastructure, maintenance, and related programs. Eliminating it would create a substantial fiscal gap that would need to be addressed through budget cuts, alternative revenue sources, or reallocation of existing funds. The decision affects both state finances and transportation funding availability.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue replacement: Eliminating the tax creates a funding shortfall that must be resolved—either through service reductions, increased taxes elsewhere, or budget restructuring
  • Transportation infrastructure impact: Reduced funding could affect road maintenance, repairs, and infrastructure projects unless alternative funding is secured
  • Equity concerns: The tax burden shift would redistribute costs across the state budget; those using roads less would pay less while general taxpayers might bear more burden through income or other taxes
  • Economic effects: Eliminating vehicle-related taxes could affect vehicle purchases but may not provide significant savings if replacement revenue comes from broader taxes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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