Gas Tax Increase Signed

For the first time in about 25 years, Missouri’s gas tax will increase. Governor Parson has signed into law a bill boosting the user fee by two-and-a-half cents annually over five years – with a rebate option for most drivers. During a ceremonial bill signing Tuesday in Jefferson City, Parson says the move is historic for Missouri infrastructure funding.

The measure will also increase electric vehicle fees by 20-percent annually for five years, with fees varying by the size of the vehicles.