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To: John Koligman who wrote (174022)	12/28/2008 1:18:14 PM
From: Jim McMannis	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 306849

That's just welfare. Plus, the gas guzzler tax failed before.

To: John Koligman who wrote (174022)	12/28/2008 1:22:12 PM
From: bentway	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 306849

There's no question a gas tax would be a regressive tax that would hurt poor people the most. It's an evil worth having. The poor have already had to deal with $3 a gallon gas - they can deal with it. They already did. A gas tax will also punish those that use the most, which will be those with the least fuel efficient cars and those that drive the most. It will get people to change their behaviors on a permanent basis, since the "floor" should be permanent.

To: John Koligman who wrote (174022)	12/28/2008 3:01:34 PM
From: Smiling Bob	Respond to of 306849

I had written to PA governor's office several times to no avail. Why not jack up registration fees on SUVs? Sorely needed revenue windfall being missed. PA charges more for PU truck- because it's called a truck- than an SUV, despite the latter being much heavier, because it's considered a passenger vehicle F-150 5000lbs +/- Lincoln Navigator 6000+lbs- The working guy pays more than the mall mom. ---- dmv.state.pa.us Fees Passenger vehicle renewal fees are $36.00. There is a reduced processing fee for individuals who qualify for retired status. If you are renewing a truck, the registration fee will vary depending on the registered gross weight.