California hikes gas taxes to fix infrastructure

Apr. 07, 2017

The state legislature approved a $52 billion infrastructure bill, which means higher gas taxes and vehicle registration fees. We find out where the money will go.

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What Californians need to know about the state’s $52-billion transportation plan

Credits

Guest:

Patrick McGreevy - Los Angeles Times - @mcgreevy99

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Anna Scott, Jolie Myers, Christian Bordal, Amy Ta, Michell Eloy

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