Campaign Trend. Voters Approve Tightening Transportation Funding.

Voters in Lousianna approved a dedication of funds to transportation from an increased gas tax.

The gas tax has not been increased in 28 years and has not yet been increased.

The dedication of gas tax increase funds to transportation projects was seen as the major hurdle for approval of a gas tax increase.

Governing | Louisiana Voters OK Measure to Tighten Transportation Spending