10/8/2019 |
Justin |
Lafountain |
None |
Vassalboro |
Maine |
Stop being dumb c***s trying to raise gas prices in maine! Stop being dumb c***s trying to raise gas prices in maine! |
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1/16/2020 |
Richard |
Lagro |
vt citizen & tax payer |
Milton |
Vermont |
I am very opposed to Vermont's participation in the proposed Transportation and Climate Initiative. As much as I have heard from Vermont officials, both legislators and office holders... read more I am very opposed to Vermont's participation in the proposed Transportation and Climate Initiative. As much as I have heard from Vermont officials, both legislators and office holders, that it is not a carbon tax, it is obviously a carbon tax by what ever name they want to label it. Since Vermont is all ready one of the highest tax paying states in the union, with one of the lowest carbon foot prints all ready there is no need to further increase the tax burden on Vermonter's. Especially for an expensive program that will have no significant impact on the climate. T.C.I. will only serve to increase government cost and bureaucracy, at a time when we should be reducing both to make Vermont affordable again. The scale of the program will lead to further government waste and abuse of resources. As one Vermont Senator, a leading proponent stated the "money will be off the books"! Can such a statement of a government official not scare anyone!
As with any government program T.C.I. will only be distributing a fraction of the funds collected back to the states. After paying exorbitant salaries and administrative fees, what percentage of the revenues collected will actually be returned to the claimed reinvest?
On top of T.C.I.'s cost and impact to Vermonter's directly, the secondary cost of increases for every goods and services required by Vermonter's will see increases!
Concluding, T.C.I. is a terrible idea. |
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2/8/2020 |
Richard |
Lagro |
none |
Milton |
Vermont |
T.C.I. is a terrible plan for Vermont. T.C.I. for Vermont will have absolutely no impact on climate change. Vermont having just about the lowest carbon foot print in the nation, and at the... read more T.C.I. is a terrible plan for Vermont. T.C.I. for Vermont will have absolutely no impact on climate change. Vermont having just about the lowest carbon foot print in the nation, and at the same time one of the most heavily taxed states, we do not need another tax, furthering the cost of living burden. On top of the carbon tax of T.C.I., and be sure that's what it is, a carbon tax, T.C.I. will increase the cost of all goods and services purchased by Vermont residents. On top of the increase cost driven T.C.I., it will further increase government bureaucracy and cost. |
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1/16/2020 |
Jessica |
Lahr |
Retired Educator, Continuing Donor to Union of Scientists |
Alexandria |
Virginia |
We all need to get on the ball and do everything recommended by the Union of Concerned Scientists. NOW!!! We all need to get on the ball and do everything recommended by the Union of Concerned Scientists. NOW!!! |
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2/24/2020 |
John |
Lahr |
NA |
Pequea |
Pennsylvania |
Dear policy makers,
Since Lancaster County Pennsylvania consistently ranks one of if not the highest for ozone and smog pollution in the state I am all in for developing the infrastructure... read more Dear policy makers,
Since Lancaster County Pennsylvania consistently ranks one of if not the highest for ozone and smog pollution in the state I am all in for developing the infrastructure that moves us away from the internal combustion engine and fossil fuels. I would like to see more buses and tractor trailers using NG or even better all electric to help reduce smog in our air. Please join in with the other states so we may have a regional approach to this problem.
Sincerely,
John D Lahr
699 Martic Heights Drive
Pequea PA 17565-9716 |
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2/24/2020 |
Janet |
Laird-Lagassee |
Ms. |
Auburn |
Maine |
We all must face the future and the inevitable changes coming with Climate Change/Global Warming. One area is transportation. Public transport must be made available, must be user friendly, must... read more We all must face the future and the inevitable changes coming with Climate Change/Global Warming. One area is transportation. Public transport must be made available, must be user friendly, must be affordable. |
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12/17/2019 |
Jacob |
Lajoie |
MPBP |
Plymouth |
Maine |
Working in the HVAC field and fuel transportation industry has given me a broad perspective on the population of the State of Maine. It is my belief that this tax would cripple the lower and... read more Working in the HVAC field and fuel transportation industry has given me a broad perspective on the population of the State of Maine. It is my belief that this tax would cripple the lower and middle class with already high fuel costs. Some Mainers can hardly afford transportation costs as they are. This initiative will do nothing but hurt the working people of this state. We can all do our part to preserve our earth and resources in ways other than more taxation. Taxation without representation is unconstitutional. |
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2/24/2020 |
tom |
lalinsky |
voter |
red hill |
Pennsylvania |
low-carbon transportation policy proposal that would cap and reduce carbon emissions from the combustion of transportation fuels through a cap-and-invest program or other pricing mechanism… [and... read more low-carbon transportation policy proposal that would cap and reduce carbon emissions from the combustion of transportation fuels through a cap-and-invest program or other pricing mechanism… [and]… to complete the policy development process within one year, after which each jurisdiction will decide whether to adopt and implement the policy.” |
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1/26/2020 |
EMILY |
LAMARCHE |
Wife, mother, friend, fellow citizen |
Westborough |
Massachusetts |
I am newly settled in Massachusetts and both my husband and I support creative, robust activism on behalf of the climate. To that end, we will not hesitate to "put our money where our mouth... read more I am newly settled in Massachusetts and both my husband and I support creative, robust activism on behalf of the climate. To that end, we will not hesitate to "put our money where our mouth is." If the cost of preserving this amazing planet is a few more pennies out of our paychecks, then I will be the first to volunteer those funds. Although I have come to realize that making changes to protect the climate cannot rest solely on government as a mechanism (and must rest more squarely on my own shoulders) I nonetheless, support all initiatives whose goal is to preserve and protect our natural world. We only have one place to call home and I want to see us all become better stewards of this incredible planet - For my children, for your children and their children. There will be no absolution for our generation if we get it wrong. We must act now. |
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2/21/2020 |
Barb |
Lambdin |
Cape Cod Climate Change Collaborative |
S. Dennis |
Massachusetts |
There is no single thing we can do to stop climate change, but if we do many things we can slow it. Please do anything, no- EVERYTHING, you can to slow the impending disasters. There is no single thing we can do to stop climate change, but if we do many things we can slow it. Please do anything, no- EVERYTHING, you can to slow the impending disasters. |
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12/2/2019 |
Megan |
Lambert |
Massachusetts Tax payer |
Uxbridge |
Massachusetts |
We already pay enough in taxes for the roads that are not used properly. Use the funds that the state already takes in appropriately and for the purposes that they were originally meant. We already pay enough in taxes for the roads that are not used properly. Use the funds that the state already takes in appropriately and for the purposes that they were originally meant. |
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10/9/2019 |
Eric |
Lammers |
Citizen of Maine |
Mechanic Falls |
Maine |
Look at CA and their gas prices. The average today is a little over $4/gal. Here in ME, it's around $2.50/gal. We are a poor state in comparison with an elderly, retired population on fixed... read more Look at CA and their gas prices. The average today is a little over $4/gal. Here in ME, it's around $2.50/gal. We are a poor state in comparison with an elderly, retired population on fixed incomes. Implementing policies that simply increase our energy costs is just wrong. |
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2/28/2020 |
Francoise |
LaMonica |
n/a |
Newton |
Massachusetts |
transportation is responsible for a large percentage of GHGs total emissions. it seems evident that efforts to eliminate them should start where they will have the most impact. transportation is responsible for a large percentage of GHGs total emissions. it seems evident that efforts to eliminate them should start where they will have the most impact. |
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11/30/2019 |
Gavin |
LaMontagne |
Registered voter |
Onset |
Massachusetts |
The voters, after being heavily outspent by government supported advertising, voted down the last automatically increasing gas tax scheme. How fast will business be leaving the state if this... read more The voters, after being heavily outspent by government supported advertising, voted down the last automatically increasing gas tax scheme. How fast will business be leaving the state if this backdoor tax proposal goes into effect. Why listen to the voters faker, i mean Baker, when you.re to busy pandering to the global warming socialists. |
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11/12/2019 |
Judith |
Lamson |
MA resident |
West Barnstable |
Massachusetts |
The voters turned this down, this should not even be on the table! The voters turned this down, this should not even be on the table! |
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2/20/2020 |
Linda |
Lancaster |
Citizens' Climate Lobby - South Shore & Cape Chapter |
Plymouth |
Massachusetts |
Dear Governor Baker:
I applaud your initiative to take aggressive action to reduce transportation emissions. Scientists say that we do in the next 10 years will make the difference between... read more Dear Governor Baker:
I applaud your initiative to take aggressive action to reduce transportation emissions. Scientists say that we do in the next 10 years will make the difference between a liveable and an unimaginably bad climate. There is great urgency to bring down emissions, because we've waited so long to get serious about tackling the problem. This isn't a reason to give up, it's a call to get more aggressive.
We must build modern, fast, affordable public transportation to and from Boston from semi-rural areas like Plymouth in order to get people out of cars. I used to live in Newton and work in Cambridge. A year or two before I retired, we moved to Plymouth in search of affordable retirement housing. Commuting from Plymouth to Cambridge was a nightmare, 2 hours each way when travel to the Kingston train station is included. I found the commuter rail an overall pleasant if costly experience. Including parking and MBTA to Cambridge, it was about $29/day. How many workers can afford $145/week for commuting? No wonder the parking lot never filled up. We need more trains and cheaper fares, and you'll see train ridership spike up to capacity.
I also strongly support dedicated bus lanes on route 3 for the Plymouth & Brockton bus company. How about electric buses? Adding buses requires a lot less capital than enhancing rail lines -- though we need to do both. The bus is another attractive way to get to Boston from the Cape and South Shore, but buses clogged in route 3 traffic degrade the experience. If you drive alone, there isn't any of the thrill of the open road you see in car commercials. Commuters would gladly ditch cars if they could have fast, affordable buses that get them to a South Station that has fast, reliable service to Boston locations. It is absurd to expect the MBTA to fix existing problems and make capital improvements while being saddled with the debt of the Big Dig. The MBTA should be subsidized by the state to make it better. Long term, maybe the MBTA is unsustainable, but it's the way I got around in Boston the 6 years I lived there without a car.
We also need to encourage EV vehicles, with more charging stations and better incentives. The $7500 fed tax credit is gone for the most popular EV cars - this sends absolutely the wrong message. EV vehicles could be allowed to use the fast bus lanes.
I know the south shore best, but such transport improvements are needed in the entire state. Fast train from Boston to Worcester? Outstanding! Congestion pricing on the Pike? Yes!
So I support TCI and more. Thank you for showing leadership.
Sincerely, Linda Lancaster
South Shore & Cape Chapter, Citizens' Climate Lobby |
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2/27/2020 |
Linda |
Lancaster |
Citizens' Climate Lobby - South Shore & Cape Chapter |
PLYMOUTH |
Massachusetts |
I strongly support the TCI transportation initiative. A significant percent of Massachusetts' carbon emissions comes from vehicles, and state law requires that we reduce emissions. TCI will... read more I strongly support the TCI transportation initiative. A significant percent of Massachusetts' carbon emissions comes from vehicles, and state law requires that we reduce emissions. TCI will generate revenue for investment in transportation infrastructure, including public transportation, electrifying buses, building charging stations for electric cars, and incenting citizens to drive less and buy more fuel efficient vehicles. This bill is a significant step forward in bringing down emissions, which are destroying climate and damaging public health. Please vote favorably on this bill. |
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2/9/2020 |
Almy |
Landauer |
None |
Burlington |
Vermont |
I am in favor of the strongest possible measures to reduce Vermont’s part in carbon in missions. I am in favor of the strongest possible measures to reduce Vermont’s part in carbon in missions. |
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10/27/2019 |
Jennifer |
Landry |
Maine Resident |
Glenburn |
Maine |
I am against this unfair tax. Absolute NO! This will put a burden on Mainers and we will fight this. I am against this unfair tax. Absolute NO! This will put a burden on Mainers and we will fight this. |
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12/20/2019 |
Ken |
Landry |
Independent |
Norton |
Massachusetts |
Climate Change is the biggest fraud of this generation. It has been Acid Rain, Ozone depletion, Global Warming, Global Cooling, etc. The US is not a major contributor of pollution in the world... read more Climate Change is the biggest fraud of this generation. It has been Acid Rain, Ozone depletion, Global Warming, Global Cooling, etc. The US is not a major contributor of pollution in the world it is China and India. If people were serious about this then the world would be attacking the policies of these countries, so we now can agree in is not about the earth it is about money. The globalist want to shake down the richest countries to do what? What is the plan? If you go to the bank looking for a loan, you better have a good business plan to convince the people financing this venture. What is the tax payers ROI?? If the earth is going to cease to exist in 12 years, then why are we worried about the climate. There is nothing that can be done in 12 years that can effect the earth that had been around for millions of years. Anybody that supports this bill should have a mental health evaluation. OH..but is only .17 a gallon. That only at the pump. Don't forget everything that gas brings to our everyday life. The cost of food, clothing, ect will go up. All these companies are not going to absorb this increase. it is the consumer of these good. Don't let this fool anyone this is not a fee, it is a TAX and must be voted on by government representatives. This was already voted down on a binding vote in 2014. Mr. Baker, you were voted as Governor and not Emperor of Massachusetts |
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