‘I’m getting an electric car’: WA gas tax to increase on July 1 for first time in 9 years

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1. 2h ago

   Washington State Implements First Gas Tax Increase in Nine Years

   Washington state raised its fuel tax on July 1, 2026. The automatic increase is 2 percent and will recur annually. Combined state and federal taxes now total about 75 cents per gallon.

   What's confirmed:

   • Washington's gas tax increased automatically on July 1, 2026.
   • The tax will rise by 2 percent annually.
   • State and federal taxes on gas now cost about 75 cents per gallon.
   • This is the first inflation-based increase in nine years.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Drivers are seeking cheaper fuel options elsewhere due to the tax hike.
   • Critics are questioning the results of the state's gas tax spending.
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2. 5d ago

   Washington state gas tax to increase July 1

   Washington state will raise its fuel tax on July 1, 2026. This marks the first inflation-based increase in nine years. The tax will continue to rise annually by 2 percent.

   What's confirmed:

   • Washington state will increase its gas tax on July 1, 2026.
   • The tax will increase by 2% annually to account for inflation.
   • This is the first automatic or inflation-based increase since ESHB 2711 was signed.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The per-gallon rate will increase by 6 cents from 49.4 cents to 55.4 cents.
   • The per-gallon fuel tax of 55.4 cents will climb 1.1 cents on July 1.
   • Governor Bob Ferguson has the power to cut gas prices before the tax hike.
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3. 8d ago

   Washington Gas Tax to Increase July 1 After 9-Year Gap

   Washington state will raise its gas tax by 6 cents per gallon starting July 1. This change increases the per-gallon rate from 49.4 cents to 55.4 cents. The tax will subsequently rise by 2% annually to account for inflation.

   What's confirmed:

   • Washington's gas tax will increase by 6 cents per gallon on July 1.
   • This is the first gas tax increase in Washington in 9 years.
   • The per-gallon tax rate on gas and other vehicle fuels will move from 49.4 cents to 55.4 cents.
   • Beginning July 1, 2026, the tax will increase by 2% each year for inflation.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Electric vehicles in Washington will be taxed for road maintenance at over twice the rate of gas cars in 2026.
   • Driving a hybrid Rav4 10,000 miles saves $300 in gas per year but costs $150 more in registration fees.
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