Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell has been working to garner support and attention for his transportation funding overhaul proposal. This Thursday, he is traveling to Newport News, VA, and Herdon, VA–two of the states most heavily congested traffic-problem-areas–to hold press conferences. Another event in Roanoke will be conducted via telephone because of snow in the region.
McDonnell’s plan calls for the elimination of Virginia’s gas tax, and an increase on the statewide sales tax. The project is expected to span five years and raise about $3.1million in funding for road maintenance and construction–including an expansion of I-64 between Newport News and Williamsburg.
The Governor needs the support of the majority in Virginia’s House and Senate.
