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Four US states fund wildlife crossings to boost road safety

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Four US states are implementing new laws and funding mechanisms to create wildlife crossings and reduce animal-vehicle collisions. Oregon is introducing a 1.25% increase in its hotel tax, while Virginia has established a grant fund for wildlife corridor projects, including infrastructure. These initiatives aim to protect both drivers and wildlife by improving habitat connectivity and lowering the incidence of accidents, which cost millions annually. AI

RANK_REASON State-level policy changes and funding initiatives for infrastructure projects. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Four US states fund wildlife crossings to boost road safety

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Noël Fletcher, Contributor ·

    How Four States Are Funding Wildlife Crossings For Better Safety

    Drivers in Colorado, Oregon, Utah and Virginia will be safer due to new laws enacted to create more wildlife road crossing, reducing animal collisions with vehicles.

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