Bill > HB266

This bill appropriates funds for road projects across Kentucky for the fiscal years 2024-2026, establishing the Biennial Highway Construction Plan. * **Road Projects:** The bill authorizes numerous road projects across various counties, including improvements to existing roads, construction of new roads, bridge replacements, and safety enhancements. Funding for these projects comes from various federal and state sources, including the Federal National Highway System Funds (NH), Federal State Transportation Program Funds (STPF), Federal Bridge Program (FBP), Federal Bridge Replacement Funds (BRX, BRZ), State Construction High Priority Projects (SPP), and other federal and state transportation funds. The total amount appropriated for these projects is not explicitly stated as a single sum but is detailed across numerous line items for fiscal years 2024, 2025, and 2026. * **Specific Projects:** Major appropriations include significant funding for projects like the I-65/KY-1136 interchange in Hardin County ($1.5 million in FY2024, $5 million in FY2025), the I-71/I-75 Brent Spence Bridge companion project in Kenton County (totaling over $300 million across FY2024-2026), and various projects on US-60 and I-64 in Jefferson County. Numerous smaller projects for guardrail installation and intersection improvements are also listed by county. * **Funding Sources:** The funding for these projects is primarily derived from federal sources such as the National Highway System (NH), Surface Transportation Program (STP), and Federal Bridge Program (FBP), as well as state funds designated for high-priority projects (SPP). * **Fiscal Years Covered:** The appropriations cover the fiscal years 2024, 2025, and 2026. * **Conditions on Spending:** The bill designates projects as part of the official 2024-2026 Biennial Highway Construction Plan. The Transportation Cabinet has the authority to expend necessary funds, with amendments allowed only for bid variations or unforeseen circumstances. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect upon passage and approval.