Bill > HB1087

This bill requires the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to expand Interstate Highway 70 (I-70) by adding one or more lanes of traffic in both the eastbound and westbound directions in areas currently consisting of four lanes. Specifically, the bill mandates INDOT to take the necessary actions to construct additional lanes across Indiana, effectively widening I-70 in targeted sections. The legislation ensures that funding for these highway expansion efforts will be continuously appropriated from the state general fund, providing sufficient financial resources to cover construction and associated costs. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving INDOT time to plan and prepare for the lane expansion project. The primary goal appears to be improving traffic flow and capacity on this major interstate highway by increasing the number of available lanes in areas experiencing congestion or high traffic volumes.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1087/details