Comments on: Alabama 10 Cent Gas Tax Increase Signed Into Law

By: Ron Haynes

Ron Haynes — Sun, 17 Mar 2019 00:35:40 +0000

I’ve voted R since 1984. But I’ve reached the point that they’re no different. I will vote against ANY incumbent from now on. I simply don’t care anymore.

By: Master Mechanic

Master Mechanic — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 13:54:31 +0000

We have to do without,just to pay taxes……….When they want something,just raise taxes…….why don’t ya’all learn to be consertative? I.E. government would save a ton of money if they replaced just the engines in vehicles ,approx. $ 5,000. per vehicle,verses $45,000. for one new vehicle,,,,,,,lets see $45,000. x 8 vehicles = $360,000……..$ 5,000 x 8 engines = $40,000.

By: BIN

BIN — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 01:13:37 +0000

TOM,
you just noted a few places to live out a wonderful life.
good luck, hope to here from you soon.

By: np630ss

np630ss — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 21:50:53 +0000

The state government already taxes our incomes. They tax everything we buy. Food, medicine, utilities, even our funerals. Pile on top of that every lisence, vehicle registration and tags. Not to mention the mandatory insurance for everything. How many times is government going to vote itself access to our check books? I don’t get “cost of living increases”. I live on what I earn. Every time some beuracrat gets a whim or pet project – I have to sacrifice.
If I wanted to live in a tax crazy blue state – I would. After this I’ll conceived tax debacle, I’d move if I could.
Rest assured – I will remember who supported this poor excuse for funding. I will take great pleasure in voting against them at every opportunity.

By: Satire

Satire — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 20:49:20 +0000

I’m sure this extra tax money isn’t going to be lining some politicians pockets. I’m sure we will see results soon. The people of Alabama will be happy to pay extra money at the pump so we can keep that terrible lottery out of our proud state!

By: sam

sam — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 19:55:53 +0000

kay is serving her last term. she just sealed it.

By: James A Thomason

James A Thomason — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 17:25:25 +0000

Tax increases? What happens to all the taxes we the people already pay ? If good stewardship was applied there would be monies in the government coffers! Not against paying my fair share but .. we the people.. already pay about 85 cents per gallon of fuel we purchase..

IAGREE.. VOTE THE OLD POLITICIANS OUT.. PUT A TERM LIMIT ON NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS

By: Bob C.

Bob C. — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 16:37:15 +0000

Seems to be fair in that ALL people will Pay at the Pump.
Everyone wants and whines about wanting good roads and safe travels then they wring their hands and carry on when told “Hey Dude, the roads don’t get paved for FREE”.
Get your fuel wherever you want or need, you’re paying TAXES everywhere.
Don’t want to pay gasoline taxes? Park your ride and put on your Boots Made for Walkin’ or get a horse.

OH…if you are a Smoker or use tobacco take a look at how that addiction is TAXED then put down your smokes or chew or that “Vape” thing.

By: just sayin

just sayin — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 14:59:05 +0000

Now where are all the north Escambia residents going to purchase fuel who swore to purchase gas in Alabama due to Escambia county adding that ECAT gas tax when the bus didn’t even come to the north end? Decisions Decisions.

By: Tom

Tom — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 14:21:31 +0000

I guess I am in the minority but tax increases are not always a bad thing. Of course we live in a society with others and its expected for government to keep the infrastructure intact and always improving. People love smooth roads fast Internet and clean water along with this clean air we breath. But the word tax seems to not be fully understood by some people, That sad ends me because other countries like the U.K,France,Canada,Australia and of course all of Europe have taxes and they live longer than us and have better roads and cheaper faster Internet. Makes you wonder doesn’t it?