“I’m a big fan of tolls,” says House Majority Leader Jason Osborne (R-Auburn).

But that doesn’t mean he’s going to support a toll-hike proposal that would increase costs for drivers and bring in more revenue.

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation released its proposed “Ten-Year Plan” for 2027-2036 earlier this fall. It says there is a $400 million funding shortfall for the $2.46 billion plan and proposes a $1 increase at the state’s toll plazas. The Hampton toll would increase from $2 to $3, while the tolls in Hooksett and Bedford would jump from $1 to $2.

“Revenue is relatively flat and lower than previous projections,” while “project and operating costs are going up,” according to the proposal. “A toll increase is needed to move projects forward.”

Gov. Kelly Ayotte has mad

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