Legislative Positions
There are always issues that are very important to our industries, where we must be proactive in our approach. We have developed the following position statements to educate lawmakers, which concisely explain our views on these issues.
Safety & Environment
Our industry’s main focus is on safety as well as the environment.
Highway Funding
While it is critical to appropriately fund our highway system, WVTA believes we need to analyze where the dollars are going and determine how they can be spent more efficiently.
Economic and Jobs Development
Build and sustain a business competitive environment.
Fiscal Responsibility
State government maintain prudent budgeting.
Responsible Government
We would like to see prudence, integrity and transparency in government.
Education
Have a responsible and work-ready workforce.
Legal Reform
Continued legal reform in needed in WV.
I-81 Fuels Tax Increases Start July 1st!
Among the topics covered will be:
- What jurisdictions and zip codes will be subject to the new taxes?
- How to register with DMV
- Required forms
- Payments
- Who can I contact for questions specific to my company?
- Refund procedures
- Fuel in Inventory
- What are the new truck registration fees?
- When will increased statewide diesel taxes become effective?
There will also be time for Q&A with DMV experts. The seminar dates and locations are:
Monday, June 10th, 1:00 pm
SW Virginia Higher Education Center
1 Partnership Circle
Abingdon, VA 24210
Tuesday, June 11th, 8:30 am
Blue Ridge Hotel & Conference Center
2801 Hershberger Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24017
Tuesday, June 11th, 2:30 pm
Hotel Madison
710 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Harrisonburg, VA
Wednesday, June 12th, 8:30am
Hilton Garden Inn Winchester
120 Wingate Drive
Winchester, VA 22601
There is no charge to attend these seminars, but attendance is limited to the first 100 registrations per location. To register email elizabeth@vpcma.com with names of those attending and location. Questions? Call 804-282-7534.
