Baruch Feigenbaum, a transportation policy expert, discusses Michigan's potential shift from fuel taxes to road user charges. He highlights the challenges posed by fuel efficiency and electric vehicles, emphasizing the need for long-term funding policy changes. The conversation delves into the feasibility of a pilot program to assess mileage-based fees, drawing insights from other states' experiences like Oregon and Utah. Feigenbaum addresses concerns about equity, privacy, and sustainability in implementing a new funding system.
