The State of Oregon constitutionally restricts state gas tax and vehicle registration fee revenues to roadways, and as a result the state faces major challenges funding other transportation modes. In partnership with Governor John Kitzhaber and Oregon DOT Director Matthew Garrett, Smart Growth America convened a working group of more than 50 stakeholders to identify viable “non-roadway” funding and financing options. This initiative resulted in bills introduced in the 2013 session of the Oregon State Legislature to establish a multimodal transportation fund.

Download the full report: Oregon Non-Roadway Transportation Funding Options: Report to the Governor.