We’ve published a new special report on the Senate’s transportation budget. Briefly:

• The Senate’s transportation package would increase spending by $13.8 billion through 2031.
• It would increase the state gas tax by 11.7 cents over three years, bringing in $5.6 billion through 2031.
• It assumes bonding authority of $3.4 billion.
• Of the spending, $1.3 billion would go to maintenance and preservation.
• Funded projects include the SR 167/SR 509 Puget Sound Gateway, SR 520 west side, and I-405 widening.
• It would redirect some pollution control funds to stormwater and fish passage projects.
• It would streamline local permitting to speed project completion and reduce costs.
• Investment in infrastructure today will reap huge future benefits for residents, businesses and government.