Commuters in the US state of Florida who use a transponder will receive toll rebates in 2023 under a bill signed by Republican governor Ron DeSantis last week, the Associated Press (AP) has reported.
According to the AP, the bill will credit commuters 50% of their tolls if their transponder is used at least 35 times during a month. DeSantis told the publication this will ensure Floridians, and not tourists, will benefit from the rebate programme.
“Tourists are still going to pay the same,” DeSantis said. “We want our folks that are working every day to be able to benefit.”
He estimated the rebates will cost Florida US$500m (£410m) next year. The AP reported that commuters are expected to save an average of almost US$400 (£328) over the year.
The bill approving the rebates was passed on Wednesday 14 December during a special session held to address property insurance issues and a property tax rebate for people whose homes were left uninhabitable after Hurricane Ian.
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