Washington's Gas Tax Just Increased: What to Know

How Washington's gas-tax hike impacts drivers' fuel costs

Washington's gas tax just increased: What to know

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Next time you need to get some gas, you might want to fill up in Oregon. Washington state's latest gas tax just went into effect, meaning that filling up your car will now cost an additional 6 cents. That brings the total tax to more than 55 cents per gallon. ‘I’m sorry’: ODOT director explains 600 employees to be laid off in coming days in email It’s the third-highest gas tax in the country behind California and Pe…

Legislators say higher gas tax in Washington will fund key infrastructure projects

Legislators behind the six-cent increase blamed rising costs and declining gas tax revenue for the hike.