California is testing a pilot program to determine if charging drivers per mile driven could better fund the state’s highway infrastructure and road repair budgets.
The program is accepting 800 participants who can earn as much as $400 by completing surveys, calculating their miles driven within the state, and paying charges for road use. Interested drivers need to apply by the end of June and will be notified of eligibility in July.
Per-mile taxes are yet to be determined by the Legislature and could range from 2 cents to 4 cents, according to the program.
Any gas taxes paid while enrolled in the program, which will run from August to January, would be reimbursed....
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