Shoshone-Bannock Tribes sign gas tax agreement

Thursday, October 25, 2007  

The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes signed a gas tax agreement with the state of Idaho on Wednesday.

The tribes will collect the same 25-cents-per-gallon rate as the state. The tribes can use the revenue for transportation programs.

Additionally, the agreement allows the state to collect between $800,000 and $1 million on taxes on diesel fuel sold on the reservation.

The state signed a similar agreement with the Coeur d'Alene Tribe last week and is close to one with the Nez Perce Tribe. The deals come after years of litigation.

Get the Story:
Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Sign Fuel Tax Agreement (KPVI 10/24)
Shoshone-Bannock tribes signs fuel tax agreement (AP 10/25)

Relevant Links:
Shoshone-Bannock Tribes - http://www.shoshonebannocktribes.com

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