Republicans’ plan to raise gas taxes to pay for roads has passed the House and is headed for the Senate. State Representative Milo Smith, who represents Columbus and most of Bartholomew County, voted in favor of the increase. He says that the bill is targeted to raise $1.6 billion over 20 years…

Smith admits that he has some reservations…

Smith says the bill, which would raise gas taxes 10 cents a gallon immediately, has other benefits…

Smith says the bill is also expected to create up to 10,000 good paying jobs.