1/16/2020 |
Tim |
Robinson |
Concerned Connecticut Resident |
Fairfield |
Connecticut |
I deeply care, for my children and future generations, about reducing pollution from transportation, which is our largest source of global warming emissions. I hereby request that Connecticut... read more I deeply care, for my children and future generations, about reducing pollution from transportation, which is our largest source of global warming emissions. I hereby request that Connecticut formally join the plan to reduce emissions.
I demand that the policies have strong components of equity by prioritizing clean investments in areas overburdened by pollution and/or for those who don't have access. I express my support and gratitude for the bipartisan nature of this project, and the legislators who aren’t corrupted by the dirty fuel cartel. Thank you for moving us forward while the shameless Republican-led federal government betrays our nation on every level. |
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1/16/2020 |
Tim |
Bowley |
Democrat |
Harrisburg |
Pennsylvania |
The future of public transportation must be something built for the FUTURE which requires careful planning and consideration towards environmental impact. I must leave my son a world better than I... read more The future of public transportation must be something built for the FUTURE which requires careful planning and consideration towards environmental impact. I must leave my son a world better than I was given. It will be sustainable with healthy soil clean air and sky... Items I consider basic. The era of Monsanto ravaging the worlds landscape and fossil fuel smog spewing forth from every industrial power will be an item they speak of with complete bewilderment at how we could allow progress to eclipse our concern and care for the very planet that sustains us. Thank you for your hard work. I am confident you will create a transportation landscape that is thoughtful and impactful to the next generation as well as their children! Have a great day! |
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1/24/2020 |
Tim |
Storer |
Independent Citizen |
Weld |
Maine |
This is nothing but a leftest democrat money grab. There is only one guarantee. Taxes will go up. Pollution IS real. The fear mongering narrative spewing from the climate initiative industry is... read more This is nothing but a leftest democrat money grab. There is only one guarantee. Taxes will go up. Pollution IS real. The fear mongering narrative spewing from the climate initiative industry is baseless and false. The science is not "undisputed" in fact its highly disputed. More and more we find out about the lies. Maine and Mainers are not culprits to the world climate. I say let the other states proceed if they want and we will monitor it's success or more likely it's failures. Lets be honest here. What Government program ever created has been successful?.
Lets keep the activism going and solve emission problems, but lets not allow the government to dictate the taxes and fees while all the while foolishly spending it in other areas. Does anyone know how Maine has benefited from previous initiatives?
The push for electric cars looks good on paper but realistically we are still in test mode. The percent of cases of dangerous and unsafe incidences (batteries blowing up and catching fire) is currently low but what about when we force the market and the country is infiltrated with EV's. The percentage remains the same but the incidents will increase to an alarming level. I do not trust these cars in the mainstream yet. Tesla has been highly subsidized and they are still faced with reliability and practicality issues.
We were duped on the wind mills. They don't pay for themselves before they expire and now were are having disposal issues.
We need more studies and test before we jump on the so called "clean" EV's.
1-I want to know how we are to dispose of these very expensive batteries that are useless after 10 to 15 years.
2-I want to know how much more or less fossil fuels will be used to generate the increased power for charging stations.
3-I want to know what kind of regulations are in place for mining the minerals required. Huge corporate mining facilities and child labor.
4-What is the life expectancy of an EV in cold climates like Maine. A legit concern.
It seems as we are ready and willing to throw money to the problems without asking any questions.
TCI is NOT for Maine. At the very least we should have a referendum.
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1/30/2020 |
Tim |
Shores |
Independent |
Leverett |
Massachusetts |
Please do whatever it takes to make this initiative happen. RGGI has been a win, TCI will be a win. The critics deserve to be heard, they have valid concerns. In Mass we can expect economic... read more Please do whatever it takes to make this initiative happen. RGGI has been a win, TCI will be a win. The critics deserve to be heard, they have valid concerns. In Mass we can expect economic concerns to be met by a "Mass Save for Vehicles" program to help people upgrade to electric or hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles. |
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2/10/2020 |
Tim |
Benson |
The Heartland Institute |
Arlington Heights |
Illinois |
File Attached File Attached |
(02-10-20) Heartland TCI comment.pdf |
2/13/2020 |
Tim |
Cronin |
Resident, Citizen |
Weymouth |
Massachusetts |
I support TCI. The reason is because we need to invest in transportation while targeting climate change. TCI gets to solutions to both these major issues. The costs will be minimal, while the... read more I support TCI. The reason is because we need to invest in transportation while targeting climate change. TCI gets to solutions to both these major issues. The costs will be minimal, while the benefits obvious. |
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2/22/2020 |
Tim |
Pearce |
Biologist |
Pittsburgh |
Pennsylvania |
I (and many other citizens) want cleaner choices. We need government leadership to incentivize industry to give us those cleaner choices. Doing so will benefit me, you, and the future of the whole... read more I (and many other citizens) want cleaner choices. We need government leadership to incentivize industry to give us those cleaner choices. Doing so will benefit me, you, and the future of the whole world. Thank you for your attention. |
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2/24/2020 |
Tim |
Hoy |
none |
HALIFAX |
Pennsylvania |
Reducing pollution from transportation is a step in the right direction for minimizing climate change. Reducing pollution from transportation is a step in the right direction for minimizing climate change. |
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2/28/2020 |
Tim |
Lidard |
Mr. |
Baltimore |
Maryland |
I support policies that promote strong environmental standards and a healthy future for our state and planet.
Thank You I support policies that promote strong environmental standards and a healthy future for our state and planet.
Thank You |
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2/27/2020 |
Tika |
Bordelon |
Dr. and Mr. |
Seattle |
Washington |
Affiliation can be concerned resident/parent/voter/etc.
Request your state join the plan to reduce transportation emissions.
Explain why it is important to you that the states take... read more Affiliation can be concerned resident/parent/voter/etc.
Request your state join the plan to reduce transportation emissions.
Explain why it is important to you that the states take action on the climate crisis now.
Demand a strong program that invests in public transportation, biking, walking, and prioritizes equity. |
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10/15/2020 |
Tika |
Bordelon |
Dr. and Mr. |
Seattle |
Washington |
I WANT:
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
Investments put towards... read more I WANT:
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
Investments put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit |
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2/13/2020 |
Tiffany |
Haverfield |
N/A |
Boston |
Massachusetts |
TCI is a once in a generation opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and raise much needed revenue to modernize our transportation system on a regional scale. Unreliable transit is taking... read more TCI is a once in a generation opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and raise much needed revenue to modernize our transportation system on a regional scale. Unreliable transit is taking time residents should be spending at work or with their families. Those without choices have to drive and the resulting traffic congestion is further damaging our environment, public health, and quality of life. |
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2/25/2020 |
Tiffany |
Haverfield |
N/A |
Boston |
Massachusetts |
We can cut poverty and pollution at the same time. We urge you to move forward with a regional program that prioritizes the needs of communities overburdened with pollution and underserved in... read more We can cut poverty and pollution at the same time. We urge you to move forward with a regional program that prioritizes the needs of communities overburdened with pollution and underserved in mobility options. |
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2/24/2020 |
Tierney |
Lyons |
Self |
Honesdale |
Pennsylvania |
Reducing pollution from transportation is a key component to reducing Pennsylvania's emissions
Public transit investments that could be made with TCI proceeds would be valuable... read more Reducing pollution from transportation is a key component to reducing Pennsylvania's emissions
Public transit investments that could be made with TCI proceeds would be valuable
Leaders should choose the aggressive greenhouse gas reduction target that the most recent climate science tells us we need. The policy needs prioritizes clean investments in areas overburdened by pollution and/or for those who don’t have access to transportation choices. |
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11/12/2019 |
Tiana |
Prezas |
REPUBLICAN |
Malden |
Massachusetts |
This is unconstitutional taxation without representation. I oppose this and hate my state and its corrupt leaders more every day. This is unconstitutional taxation without representation. I oppose this and hate my state and its corrupt leaders more every day. |
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12/1/2019 |
Tiana |
Prezas |
Teladoc Health |
Malden |
Massachusetts |
A tax by another name...to steal from Shakespeare, like Mass Government steals from its people. It appears I’ve been elevated to “stakeholder” status when you want to pass this tax in disguise.... read more A tax by another name...to steal from Shakespeare, like Mass Government steals from its people. It appears I’ve been elevated to “stakeholder” status when you want to pass this tax in disguise. Otherwise, I’m unimportant. However, I do have a law degree and passed constitutional law classes. This is a tax imposed on the people without benefit of debate or vote, i.e., taxation without representation. Y’all should be ashamed of yourselves, but I get it, the “woke” climate of today is something you can capitalize on and use it to grab some more money supposedly because you care about the environment. HA! I OPPOSE THE TCI TAX. |
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11/3/2019 |
Tia |
Simon |
Mrs. |
Gorham |
Maine |
100% of everyone's efforts is necessary to divert the remaining climate crises. This isn't something we should think about. This isn't something we should consider or deliberate on... read more 100% of everyone's efforts is necessary to divert the remaining climate crises. This isn't something we should think about. This isn't something we should consider or deliberate on. This is something that is 100% mandatory if we are to save our own species from the most devastating and miserable future imaginable. Those that survive climate caused sickness, war, and natural disasters will live in environmental poverty and extreme stress. I don't have children because our future is too bleak to have them. Near eight billion makes my own children nothing special. Not at all. Just more stress on an overcrowded, gobbled up, desolate planet with a bleak and terrifying future. You MUST go 100% fossil free. There's really no more time or options. That's really it. |
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10/14/2020 |
Thomasin |
Kellermann |
none/concerned private citizen |
Cumberland |
Rhode Island |
Please make sure that the Initiative is robust and includes plans that can be implemented immediately, so that communities can see the benefit of the Initiative in a timely manner. Please make... read more Please make sure that the Initiative is robust and includes plans that can be implemented immediately, so that communities can see the benefit of the Initiative in a timely manner. Please make sure that funding is adequate for years to come. A lot of plans may look good on paper, but lack funding or oversight. Please make sure that the final proposal is not watered down to get all stakeholders in agreement. As to the technicalities of the plan, listen to the scientists and experts, and not lobbyists or special interest groups. Thank you. |
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1/29/2020 |
Thomas A |
Bartlett III |
#NoCarbonTaxVermont |
Jericho, |
Vermont |
There is no "Climate Crisis" or "Climate Emergency"! Stop the fear mongering. Vermont has an "Affordability Crisis" that needs attention. It's time to address... read more There is no "Climate Crisis" or "Climate Emergency"! Stop the fear mongering. Vermont has an "Affordability Crisis" that needs attention. It's time to address what matters most to Vermonters such as lowering the cost of living by eliminating the state pension shortfall and lowering high property taxes and healthcare premiums.
Your TCI is intended to make purchasing transportation fuels so painfully expensive that the astronomically high price discourages people from buying it. In short, consumers will have to pay more at the pump to fund increased government spending. Make no mistake, this is a tax. More precisely, it is a carbon dioxide tax being implemented through a gas tax.
But, unlike motor fuel taxes levied to pay for roads, bridges, and transportation infrastructure (a reasonable fee for use), the TCI would be the equivalent of a “sin tax” – a penalty for engaging in bad behavior. I do not believe that driving to and for work, transporting children to school, transporting goods, going to the grocery store, and all the other necessary activities that generally require a vehicle should be treated by governments as a sin. These are not activities people can, or should be forced to, avoid. |
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10/3/2019 |
Thomas |
Murphy |
Citizen of New Hampshire |
Nashua |
New Hampshire |
See attached PDF. See attached PDF. |
tci-written_comment_t-murphy-10032019.pdf |