The Streamline: California gas tax hike takes effect ahead of holiday weekend

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The Streamline: Wednesday, July 1

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California’s gas tax is increasing by more than 2 cents today, pushing the state’s total gas tax to more than 63 cents per gallon — the highest in the nation.

The tax was created by lawmakers in 2017 to help fund road repairs and infrastructure projects statewide. It is adjusted each summer to account for inflation.

Even with the increase taking effect July 1, drivers may not notice an immediate jump in prices at the pump…

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