California Wants to Tax Every Mile You Drive

One of the biggest victories we had last year for common sense was defeating the per-mile tax here in San Diego County.

SANDAG — our regional transportation board — was pushing a proposal to charge drivers for every mile they drove. It was an outrageous idea that would’ve hurt families, seniors, and the countless workers who rely on their cars to get to work, school, and appointments.

Thanks to your voices and collective action, we stopped it.

But now, Sacramento is coming for round two.

The State of California is exploring a new statewide California Road Charge — essentially, taxing drivers by the mile instead of by the tank. That means whether you drive an electric vehicle or a gas-powered one, the state wants to track your mileage and charge you for every road you use.

San Diego County District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond | March 26, 2025

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