10/14/2020 |
Ari |
Meyer |
Clean Air Council |
Austin |
Texas |
To whom it may concern:
For the TCI program, please institute the following:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum... read more To whom it may concern:
For the TCI program, please institute the following:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
3. Request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit
Thank you,
Ari Meyer |
- |
2/13/2020 |
Arlen |
Gould |
Private citizen |
Amherst |
Massachusetts |
Hello TCI states,
I'm in Massachusetts. I'm so happy and excited to hear about this initiative. I've learned in the last year that transportation is one of the leading... read more Hello TCI states,
I'm in Massachusetts. I'm so happy and excited to hear about this initiative. I've learned in the last year that transportation is one of the leading contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. So doing something in this sector seems to me to be "low hanging fruit" so to speak. So thank you so much for taking on this issue.
Thank you Governor Baker for your leadership and I sincerely request that Massachusetts formally join the program. Please choose the most aggressive greenhouse gas reduction targets that are in line with the latest Climate Change science. And please prioritize areas where pollution is highest and impacting people the most for investments in clean energy.
Yours respectfully and sincerely,
Ms. Arlen Gould |
- |
10/29/2019 |
Arlene |
Lenzo |
Republican |
South Berwick |
Maine |
No increase to gas taxes No increase to gas taxes |
- |
2/26/2020 |
Arlene |
Weiner |
Constituent |
Pittsburgh |
Pennsylvania |
As an aging woman with grandchildren, I am concerned about the future. I support a strong, well-designed Transportation and Climate Initiative that provides infrastructure for fossil-fuel-free... read more As an aging woman with grandchildren, I am concerned about the future. I support a strong, well-designed Transportation and Climate Initiative that provides infrastructure for fossil-fuel-free transportation, considers young, old, and disabled people, and provides good jobs, clean air, and a brake on runaway climate change. |
- |
3/5/2020 |
arlene |
Mercurio |
concerned citizen |
New Kensington |
Pennsylvania |
Everyday another scientific article comes out stating how URGENT the climate crisis is - essentially the entire ecosystem is unraveling. Even if you do as much as you can as fast as you it, it... read more Everyday another scientific article comes out stating how URGENT the climate crisis is - essentially the entire ecosystem is unraveling. Even if you do as much as you can as fast as you it, it won't be enough - and yet, you must do your part to help mitigate the impending catastrophes until more aggressive policy steps are taken. |
- |
1/16/2020 |
Arline |
Goodman |
Concerned senior citizen |
Canton |
Massachusetts |
I am pleased that my Republican Governor Baker has signed on to this initiative and congratulate him for taking this position.
It is disheartening to read in the Boston Globe that... read more I am pleased that my Republican Governor Baker has signed on to this initiative and congratulate him for taking this position.
It is disheartening to read in the Boston Globe that Republican Governor Sununu of neighboring New Hampshire has taken a negative position and will not sign on. That is very unfortunate for New Hampshire residents and the whole east coast states. |
- |
2/26/2020 |
Arline |
Culp |
CTLCV |
Quaker Hill |
Connecticut |
Own an electric vehicle and would enjoy seeing charging station expansion, perhaps out in the 2 quiet corner areas. Perhaps add a few
plugs in to all the stations that seem to be... read more Own an electric vehicle and would enjoy seeing charging station expansion, perhaps out in the 2 quiet corner areas. Perhaps add a few
plugs in to all the stations that seem to be undergoing massive renovations anyway. |
- |
5/30/2020 |
Arnetta E |
Baty |
Rounding The Bases, Inc |
Dorchester |
Massachusetts |
I have few question that maybe you or someone from CLF might be able to help me.
1. How would current and future Climate changes affect all people living with Dementia and Alzheimer and... read more I have few question that maybe you or someone from CLF might be able to help me.
1. How would current and future Climate changes affect all people living with Dementia and Alzheimer and other disease o9f the brain?
2. How would anyone be able to help these individuals cope with Climate changes in the future around Air Pollutions, COVID-19 mortality and Communities of Color?
As a woman of color, I know women of color are the most likely to get Dementia and or Alzheimer before our white counterparts.
I would like to know if anyone can tell me if the warning signs are different with all of the diseases that we are now facing?
Looking forward to hear from you or anyone who was on the webcast about this upcoming health problems.
|
- |
10/9/2019 |
Art |
Libby |
constitutionalist |
Sanford |
Maine |
This is a show of your ignorance and delusion! We the people will Not stand behind a natural climate change if this planet. You can not tax the people without representation! Show us both sides of... read more This is a show of your ignorance and delusion! We the people will Not stand behind a natural climate change if this planet. You can not tax the people without representation! Show us both sides of your so called professional scientists. This is why you shoul have Never won our state election! Your time in office will be short as next election will prove! You lied about the corridor and your lying now! Go away. |
- |
1/16/2020 |
Art |
Shervs |
concenrned citizen |
Brooklyn |
New York |
One of our countries largest source of global warming emissions (regionally and nationally) is pollution from the transportation industry. As a concerned citizen, I urge NY State to help create a... read more One of our countries largest source of global warming emissions (regionally and nationally) is pollution from the transportation industry. As a concerned citizen, I urge NY State to help create a plan that would create an enforceable limit on transportation pollution and invest in clean, modern mobility solutions across the region. |
- |
2/24/2020 |
art |
yatsko |
Voter |
warwick |
Rhode Island |
This is a terrible idea. There is no tax more regressive then one on energy and transportation. Burdening the working poor and the middle class without proof it will work or a truly accurate... read more This is a terrible idea. There is no tax more regressive then one on energy and transportation. Burdening the working poor and the middle class without proof it will work or a truly accurate climate model that proves the goals will work is unconscionable. If the political pressure is so strong that you must "do something " then adopt this proposal but use monopoly money until you have a base line. In a few years scientists should have a working climate model that will prove the whole scheme worthless. Or science could prove me wrong. You might be reluctant to shelve this initiative on my theories but probably not as reluctant as I am to support this on your theories. |
- |
10/29/2019 |
Arthur |
Nickerson |
Concerned citizen |
Hudson |
Maine |
Please stop harming the ordinary citizens of Maine by mak8ng backroo deals that cost those of us in Maine that have to travel for healthcare, shopping, and errands. Our state is extremely rural... read more Please stop harming the ordinary citizens of Maine by mak8ng backroo deals that cost those of us in Maine that have to travel for healthcare, shopping, and errands. Our state is extremely rural and many of it's residents are elderly and/or disabled. We live on limited incomes and can not afford to pay more to stay in our homes, go to our healthcare appointments, get our food and medicines from our pharmacies, or even travelnto work. This is a bad deal for Maine. |
- |
12/1/2019 |
Arthur |
Cody |
taxpayer |
Cambridge |
Massachusetts |
Not one penny increase in this TAX until the money the state has in surplus is spent on the necessary functions of government, not the "feel good" scams of the activists, scheming for... read more Not one penny increase in this TAX until the money the state has in surplus is spent on the necessary functions of government, not the "feel good" scams of the activists, scheming for more money for their projects and jobs for their otherwise unemployable grads.
Be sure I will become an activist to repeal any such gas tax move. |
- |
12/20/2019 |
Arthur |
Hynes |
350 Vermont |
Hardwick |
Vermont |
Despite broad support for Vermont's stated climate goals, emissions in the state are rising, with almost 50% coming from transportation. The TCI Regional Policy Design is a significant step... read more Despite broad support for Vermont's stated climate goals, emissions in the state are rising, with almost 50% coming from transportation. The TCI Regional Policy Design is a significant step forward. We all need to support it. |
- |
2/21/2020 |
Arthur |
Wilson |
Mr |
Pleasant Valley |
New York |
We need to rehabilitate and restore our passenger rail system to make it an excellent alternative for travel as it was in the time of the New York Central and Pennsylvania Railroad systems. The... read more We need to rehabilitate and restore our passenger rail system to make it an excellent alternative for travel as it was in the time of the New York Central and Pennsylvania Railroad systems. The rail networks should be electrified across the USA and Canada. High speed rail across the country should be a good option for travelers as it is in Europe. |
- |
2/21/2020 |
Arthur |
Swers |
NRDC |
Floyd |
Virginia |
It is past time for us to seriously deal with climate change and not deny it because of money. We must take responsibility and find ways to redirect our energy systems to clean technologies.... read more It is past time for us to seriously deal with climate change and not deny it because of money. We must take responsibility and find ways to redirect our energy systems to clean technologies. Transportation is a major cause of greenhouse gases and we need to combat this with clean energy buses, trains and even planes.
What are we leaving to our children and grandchildren? They should be thankful for what we have accomplished not curse us for the mess we have left them. |
- |
11/5/2019 |
Ashley |
MacNeil |
Citizen |
New Sharon |
Maine |
Establishing permit laws for gas transport is only creating hardships for poor citizens who will be forced to pay higher gas prices. We cannot simply go out and purchase fuel saving vehicles. Many... read more Establishing permit laws for gas transport is only creating hardships for poor citizens who will be forced to pay higher gas prices. We cannot simply go out and purchase fuel saving vehicles. Many of us rely on older cars for transport as we cannot afford anything else. Similarly a mileage tax will harm everyone. Maine is a huge state and long commutes are often unavoidable. I am educated and commute an hour to a specialized worksite. Would you like us to leave the state? My rural community does not offer any jobs in my field. I do not know what the solution is but what is so far proposed will do great harm to our state. |
- |
11/5/2019 |
Ashley |
Remillard |
Agility Fuel Solutions |
Costa Mesa |
California |
Please see attached for Agility Fuel Solutions' comments on the draft framework. read more Please see attached for Agility Fuel Solutions' comments on the draft framework. |
Agility Fuel Solutions - Comment Letter re TCI Framework (Nov 5 2019).pdf |
2/24/2020 |
Ashley |
Duckman |
Maryland Chamber of Commerce |
Annapolis |
Maryland |
POLICY STATEMENT
Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI)
The Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI) is a regional collaboration of 12 states in the Northeast and Mid-... read more POLICY STATEMENT
Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI)
The Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI) is a regional collaboration of 12 states in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions that’s intended purpose is to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the transportation sector. Specifically, the goal of TCI is to create a “regional, low-carbon transportation policy proposal that would cap and reduce carbon emissions from the combustion of transportation fuels.” Maryland announced participation in the coalition in December 2018, and since that time there have been a number of regional stakeholder meetings seeking input on overall regional transportation priorities, potential emissions reductions goals, and policy proposals to meet those targets.
As this process continues to move forward, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce (MDCC) urges that the following principles be taken into account as Maryland and policymakers work toward a regional transportation policy proposal:
1) Transparency. An open and public process is critical to the formation of sound public policy. The MDCC urges that any proposals brought forward to achieve the goals laid out by TCI be subject to rigorous analysis that recognizes both the benefits and costs to the public and the business community. As well, proposals should be subject to a thorough and public vetting process while being considered as potential pathways to meeting TCI’s targets.
2) Market-Based. Market-based solutions have proven to be successful in providing the level of flexibility needed to meet environmental goals cost-effectively. The MDCC believes that any proposal put forward should be market-based, as these types of policies are most cost-effective and spur the innovation necessary to achieve positive outcomes.
3) Dedicated Revenue. Many market-based policies have the potential of generating revenue. The MDCC advocates that any revenue generated from TCI be dedicated to programs and initiatives that contribute to cost-effective energy and environmental solutions rather than returned to the General Fund or used for other purposes.
|
TCI POLICY STATEMENT 10 7 19.pdf |
1/16/2020 |
Aubrey |
Jaffer |
Frustrated commuter |
Waltham |
Massachusetts |
As a Boston commuter with asthma, I frequently must use medication to control my asthma brought on by air pollution walking to and from work. Reducing carbon pollution also reduces particulate... read more As a Boston commuter with asthma, I frequently must use medication to control my asthma brought on by air pollution walking to and from work. Reducing carbon pollution also reduces particulate and noxious gasses from transportation. I hope Massachusetts will join the plan to reduce transportation carbon emissions. |
- |